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Arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home in East Greenville for George A. Sabol, 63 of Hoffmansville Road, in Upper Hanover, who died February 22 in the Grand View Hospital in West Rockhill, Bucks County. He was the husband of Katherine M. (Burkhart) Sabol.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 4, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Walter E. Sabold, 80, of 210 E. Ninth St., Shoemakersville, died Wednesday morning in Kutztown Manor Inc., where he had lived since Jan. 16. Born in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Earl E. and H. Marie Wolfe Sabold. He was a 1940 graduate of Perry High School. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, and served in the corps and the Air Force for 20 years. He was employed for many years by the Shoemakersville Sewerage Plant, and later employed for 14 years as a motor repairman by Reading Electric Co., retiring in 1984. He was a member and former Sunday school teacher at St. Luke's Church, Shoemakersville, former quartermaster of Kunkel-Woerner Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8425, Shoemakersville, and secretary-treasurer of the Citizens Memorial Committee, Shoemakersville. There are no immediate survivors. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in St. Luke's Cemetery, Perry Township, Berks County.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, March 8, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Charles Sackman, 75, of Quakertown, died Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2002 at St. Luke 's Bethlehem, Fountain Hill, Lehigh Co. A memorial service was held at the convenience of the family. He was the husband of Frances A. (Kaszycki) Stone Sackman for 28 years. Born in Union City, Hudson Co., New Jersey, he was a son of the late Louis and Anastatia (Durnin) Sackman. He was a warehouse supervisor for the former Hardees Warehouse, Quakertown, for over 10 years before retiring in 1992. Previously, he was a quality control tester for the former Kehlsman Motors Co., Dublin, for over 15 years and a truck driver for the former Quakertown Brick & Tile Co. for a number of years. He served with the U.S. Marines during WWII and the Korean War. He was a member of the Wallace Willard Keller American Legion, Quakertown. In addition to his wife, he is survived by: one son, Robert G. Stone of Quakertown; two granddaughters. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, December 12, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Laura, wife of Clinton A. Sacks, died at 7.45 a.m. Sunday at her late home in Wydnor, in her 57th year. She was born in Berks county, Feb. 10, 1881, and was a daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth Ettinger Reppert. She was a member of St. Joseph's chapel, Colesville and belonged to the Altar society of St. Joseph's chapel, Sacred Heart hospital auxiliary, member of the Third Order of St. Francis and a member of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Se-Wy-Co fire company at Wydnor. The survivors are her husband, Clinton Sacks, one son, Russell D. Sacks, Seidersville, one brother, James Reppert, Reading, three sisters, Mrs. Anna Marie Walter, Allentown, Mrs. Diana Fink, Allentown, Mrs. Sania Gale, Philadelphia, four grandchildren. Funeral at 9.45 a.m. Wednesday from her late home. High mass in St. Joseph's chapel at 10 a.m. Burial in Limeport cemetery.
Death notice (p. 21, Nov 9): Age at death = 56 years, 7 months, 27 days
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 8, 1937, p. 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Dorothy P. Herber Sunday Sailer, 86, formerly of Shoemakersville, died May 9 at 3 a.m. in the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had resided since August 2002. She was predeceased by her first husband, Lester J. Herber, on April 19, 1966; by her second husband, George W. Sunday, on Dec. 6, 1981; and by her third husband, Harvey W. Sailer, on Dec. 7, 2001. Born in Hamburg, she was a daughter of the late George W. and Jennie S. (Wessner) Reppert. Sailer was employed as a sewing-machine operator by the Hamburg Knitting Mills and was last employed as a self-employed cleaning lady until her retirement. She was a member of Zion's United Church of Christ, Perry Township. Sailer was an assistant pianist for the Shoemakersville Senior Citizens. Surviving are a son, Dennis L. Herber, Perry Township; and a daughter, Jean K. (Herber) Kamp Spease, Hamburg. Other survivors include a brother, Arlan L. Reppert, Hamburg. There are also three grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Services will be private. Burial will be in Frieden's Cemetery, Lenhartsville. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 10, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
Services were held for Emma B. (Mauger) Sailer, 100, of Brookside Avenue, Pottstown, widow of Milton B. Sailer, who died March 22 at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Pine Forge, she was a homemaker and a former member of the Schuylkill Chapter Eastern Star. Along with her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Doris Mae Garlick. Burial was in Alsace Cemetery, Reading. The Catagnus Funeral Home, Pottstown, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 27, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services will be held April 13 for Nedra J. Salamone, 73, of Holly Drive, Exeter Township, who died April 1 in Manor-Care Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg. She had resided there since December 30. Born in Reading, she was employed for more than 20 years as a travel agent by Roamer Tours, Reading, retiring in 1991. She was a 1947 graduate of Reading High School. Salamone was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. Surviving are a son, Bradley J., Reading; and a daughter, Sheree L. (Salamone) Wysocki, Woodbine, Md. Other survivors include two grandchildren. Services will be April 13 at 3 p.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Southern Berks News, April 9, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Dr. F.L. Sallada, one of the best-known men in the county where he lived, died late Sunday night from the effects of an overdose of morphine, taken to alleviate pain, at his residence, in Womelsdorf, Berks County, Penn., aged fifty-three years. Dr. Sallada was an artist and poet, and many of his efforts have been printed from time to time in the local newspapers.
[Source: New York Times, October 26, 1897. Submitted by Nancy.]
Last Thursday afternoon a shocking accident occurred on the railroad between Kutztown and Topton. J. Henry Sallade, a student at the Normal School, as had been a custom of his jumped off and on the train which had more cars than usual, being filled with people returning from the fair. The young man had frequently been warned of the danger he underwent but he kept up the practice. The train stops a number of times at flag stations or crossings and it was while such a short stop was made that young Sallade met with his fate. He ran ahead on the track when one of his feet caught in the frog at a switch. Before he could extricate himself or be noticed by the trainmen the wheels were upon him. Both legs were crushed below the knees and his body pushed and rolled some distance before he was noticed. The young man was quickly taken up and later removed to the Reading Hospital. His injuries were, however, so serious as to cause death about ten o'clock that evening. Deceased was 18 years old and a son of W. H. Sallade, Deputy Treasurer of Berks county, and who resides at Topton. A number of people were witnesses of the tragedy. A sister of the young man, also a student at the Normal, was on the train and was almost overcome by the shock. When found on the track in his pitiable condition, young Sallade, who was conscious, said to the baggage master, “Oh, Benj, if I only had followed your advice!” It was a sad sight and close of a promising life.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 26, 1895, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
J. Henry Sallade, son of William M. Sallade, deputy treasurer of Berks county, and ex-clerk of court of quarter sessions, in returning to his home at Topton from Kutztown, where he was a student in the Normal School it being his custom to go to and from school daily by train met with a fatal accident late on Thursday afternoon. Just above Hinterleiter's Crossing, the cars stopped and young Sallade stepped off. When the train again started, he ran alongside, intending to jump on, but his foot caught in a frog and he was thrown under the wheels. His left leg was cut off below the knee, and his right leg above the ankle. The train was stopped, and the young man picked up and placed in the baggage car for conveyance to Reading. When the train reached the outer station of the city, his father was there with the Reading Hose ambulance, some one having telegraphed him of the unfortunate occurrence. He was quickly taken to the Reading hospital, where he died at 10 o'clock in the evening. The young man was, according to the statements of some of the passengers, racing with the train, which was moving along at a moderate rate of speed, and which he attempted to board. He missed the first step of the car, and his limbs were crushed by the wheels of one of the cars before the conductor could give the engineer the usual signal to stop. His sister was on the same train. The young man was 18 years of age, bright, studious and highly respected by the people of Topton and vicinity, where he was best known. He was a member of the graduating class of the Normal, and would have graduated next June. The classes are all in mourning. Rev. Dr. G. B. Hancher, the principal, referred to the accident in feeling language on Friday morning during the opening exercises, and remarked that he hoped this would serve as a warning to the other students. The funeral took place yesterday, 24th, Rev. D. K. Humbert officiating. The turnout was very large, an immense concourse of people having gathered both at the house of mourning in Topton, and at the Church, many specially to view the remains.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, September 25, 1895, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
William H. Sallade, prominent member of an old Berks family, election officer and county official for more than 40 years, died at his home at Hereford of Bright's disease. He was 73 years old. He was a son of Abraham and Julia (Levan) Sallade. The Sallade family is of French Huguenot origin. It settled in Pennsylvania as early as 1749. Ancestors were prominent in Indian wars and the Revolution. William H. Sallade was a son of Abraham and Julia Sallade; was born at Alburtis, Lehigh county, March 25, 1839. He was but a year old when his parents located in Hereford township, Berks county. He was educated in the common schools and in Reading Academy. In 1848 he was license to teach school by the first county superintendent. After teaching 11 consecutive terms he spent one year clerking and then returned to the school room. In 1861 he learned the stone cutting trade. Mr. Sallade was a Democrat. At 22 he was inspector of elections and he helped to hold elections every year. He was school director, auditor and delegate to county conventions, county auditor from 1874 to 1878; clerk of Quarter Sessions, 1891-1894; deputy county treasurer, 1894-1896; justice of the peace, 1875 to 1891 and 1901 to 1905. He was a member of Huff's Church, Lutheran. On January 16, 1863, Mr. Sallade married Sarah Ann Gery, daughter of Ephraim N. Gery. With his wife, he is survived by nine children and a number of brothers and sisters. He was a member of the I.O.O.F., K.G.E. and P.O.S. of A.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 13, 1912, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
William H. Sallade, formerly clerk of the court of quarter sessions of Berks county and for many years Justice of the Peace of Hereford Township, died on Wednesday evening at his home at Hereford from an attack of Bright's disease, aged 74 years, 3 months, 15 days. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Frank, of Pottsville; Mrs. Jerome Greiss, of Reading; Mrs. Charles O. F. Treichler, of East Greenville; Mrs. Jeremiah Haas, of Pennsburg; Ira, of East Greenville, and Sarah J. and Stella, of Hereford. The funeral will be held on Wednesday. Interment will take place at the Huff's Church cemetery.
[Source: "Hereford news," Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 13, 1912, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Womelsdorf. Aug. 5 (Special). The funeral of Henry Saltzer took lace from his residence, in Newmanstown. Services were conducted at the home by Rev. E. Richard Acker. Interment was made on Elias Church Cemetery. The floral tributes were: Dahlias, Son Irvin and family; gladiolus, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Hoffer; gladiolus, Daughter Edna and family; gladiolus, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ebler; mixed spray, Mr. and Mrs. John Ebler; wreath of roses, Daughter Jennie and family; hand bouquet, grandchildren, Ruth and Samuel; gladiolus and palms, Friend Sonny; gladiolus and palms, Daughter Annie and family; gladiolus, Brother William and family; roses and carnations, Betty and Samuel; roses, Son Henry. Funeral Director F.D. Arnold had charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 5, 1929. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Grace M. Sames, 85, of Richlandtown, died Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2002 at Valley Manor Nursing Center, Coopersburg. Funeral services were held Dec. 21. Interment was in Richlandtown Union Cemetery, Richlandtown. She was the wife of C. Stanley Sames for 47 years. Born in Richlandtown, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Carrie (Lewis) Ernie. She assisted her husband in the operation of the Richland Feed Co., Richlandtown, for over 20 years before retiring. She and her husband also worked a farm in Richlandtown for many years. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Richlandtown, and a member of the Richlandtown Fire Co. Auxiliary. She is survived by: two sons, Ronald C. Sames, of Richlandtown, Gerald L. Sames, of Souderton; one daughter, Karlene, of Richlandtown; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren, two step great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by one daughter, Janice. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's UCC, 4 N. Main St., Richlandtown, PA 18955. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, December 26, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services will be Thursday for Betty D. (Grofe) Samsel, 82, wife of Raymond E. Samsel, of South Reading Avenue in Colebrookdale, who died February 23 in her home. Born in Morysville, she graduated from Boyertown High School in 1938. She worked for more than 10 years at Mistee Lingerie in Boyertown, retiring in 1972. Samsel was a member of St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church in Boyertown. She was also a member of the Boyertown Lions Club and the Boyertown Service Unit of the Salvation Army. In addition to her husband, she is survived by six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Terrance D. Samsel. Contributions may be made to the church or to the Boyertown Service Unit of the Salvation Army, 409 S. Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 45 N. Reading Ave. in Boyertown, with the Rev. John G. Pearson officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery in Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the Morrell Funeral Home in Boyertown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 27, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Isaac H. Sander, a native of Kutztown, died on Saturday morning at Wernersville, Berks county, following a long illness of a complication of ailments. He was aged 84 years and 8 days. Mr. Sander was a son of the late Henry and Lydia Sander. His wife, Mary, nee Pauley, is the only surviving relative. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m., daylight time, at the funeral home of J. J. Schofer and Son, Topton, Rev. J. O. Henry officiating. Interment will be made in Union cemetery, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 22, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Miss Laura L. Sander, of Kutztown, died, aged 36 years. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Sarah Sander, and these brothers and sisters: Oliver H., William R., Cyrus W. Sander, all of Kutztown; Mrs. Lillie Bieber, of Hellertown; Mrs. Charles Leiby, Warwick, N.Y.; Charles F., Reading, and Elmer G., Atlanta, Ga. She received her education in the public schools of Kutztown and at the Keystone Normal School. The funeral will take place on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock from the house, Rev. R. B. Lynch officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 25, 1907, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sarah, widow of the long deceased William Sander, of Kutztown, died at the home of her daughter, Tillie, widow of the late Rev. William Bieber, of Allentown, on Wednesday at 7.30 a.m., after a few days' illness from complications. Her age was eighty-three years, six months and three days. Deceased, whose maiden name was Heinrich (Henry), was born June 27, 1832, in Rockland township, near Stony Point. On August 17, 1856, she was married to William Sander, a prominent citizen of Kutztown, and lived there until about one year ago, when she was induced to make her home with her widowed daughter in Allentown. For many years the Sanders have been among the prominent resident of Kutztown and deceased was well know. She was the mother of nine children, six sons and three daughters, of whom the following survive: Lillie, widow of Rev. Wm. Bieber, Allentown, with whom she resided for the past year; Emma, wife of Chas. Leiby, of Warwick, N.Y.; William R., of Kutztown, a former mercantile appraiser of Berks county, and Charles F., of Reading, Berks county engineer. The funeral will take place from the late home of deceased on Main street, Kutztown, next Tuesday, January 4, at 1.30 p.m. All the services will be held at the house and interment made at Hope cemetery. The Rev. R. B. Lynch, pastor of Trinity Lutheran church, will officiate and Undertaker Jacob H. Stump has charge.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 31, 1915, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Amanda, widow of William Sanders, died yesterday at 6.30 a.m. at the home of her daughter, Mrs. E. W. Meyers, Kutztown, of old age, aged 79 years, 11 months and 13 days. She was the last of her family. Her parents were John and Maria, nee Warmkessel, Sanders. Her husband died seven years ago. The following are the children: Mrs. E. W. Meyers, Mrs. S. W. Keinert, Mrs. Jacob Kemp, all of Kutztown; and John, of Allentown, owner of the Sanders Engraving Company. Seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive. One of the grandchildren, Ivan Sanders, is now in France with Battery A., Sixth Coast Artillery, now operating as Train Artillery. She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran church. The funeral will take place Wednesday at 1.30 p.m. The services will be held in Trinity church by Rev. R. B. Lynch.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 19, 1918, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
At Kutztown, on the 18th inst., Mrs. Amanda (nee Fritch) Sander, age 79 years 11 months and 13 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of her son-in-law, William E Myers, on Main Street, Kutztown Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 oclock at the house. Further services in Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Interment in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 19, 1918. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
David Sanders, of Kutztown, died on Sunday at Harrisburg, aged 74 years, after a long illness. He is survived by his wife Amanda, nee Fritch, and four children: Mrs. S. W. Keinert, of Kutztown; John W. Sanders, of this city; Mrs. William Myers and Mrs. Jacob Kemp, of Kutztown; these brothers, Jonathan, of Reading; Isaac, of Harrisburg, and George, of Ohio. The funeral will take place on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from his home at Kutztown, with services in Trinity Lutheran Church, after interment in Hope Cemetery, that borough.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 27, 1910, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sanders -- In this city , on the 2d inst., Enoch Sanders, aged 80 years.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 8, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Sanders--In this city, on the 9th inst., Ellen Sanders, widow of the late Isaac Sanders, aged 69 years, 9 months and 29 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock at her former home, Kutztown, where services and interment will take place.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 11, 1895. Submitted by Michelle.]
Ida D. Sanders, 90, of Avenue B, Glenside, died Saturday morning at Berks Heim Annex, Reading area, where she had been for three weeks. Born in Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late George P. and Cecelia M. Jones Davies. She had been employed as a lunchroom aide by Green Thumb, Reading, and as a sewing machine operator by various manufacturers. She was a member of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Reading. Her husband, Clarence W., died in 1981. Surviving are a son, Preston R., Harrisburg; a brother, Walter Davies, Wyomissing; three sisters, Marguerite Simpkins, Bronx, N.Y., Jane Shultz Burford, Reading, and Frances Jameson, Oxford; 13 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Interment will be in Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading. Whelan-Schwartz Funeral Home Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, July 1, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Isaac Sanders, a well known citizen of Kutztown, died yesterday morning at the redidence of his son-in-law Solomon S Kindt, 733 Penn Street, aged 66 years. Some four years ago deceased fell from a hay wagon and sustained internal injuries, which terminated in a disease of the kidneys and bladder, causing internal hemorrhage. He leaves a wife, formerly Ellen Sassaman, and nine children-four daughters and five sons.
[Source: Reading Times, October 10, 1885. Submitted by Michelle.]
Mrs. Katie F. (Angstadt) Sanders, 88, of 314 S. Kemp St., Lyons, Berks County, died Tuesday in her home. She was the widow of John L. Sanders. Surviving are a daughter, Alma M., wife of Kermit Haring of Lyons; three sons, Wilmer O., of Winston-Salem, N.C., Leon J., at home, and R. Linwood of Topton; a sister, Mrs. Susan Smith of Lyons; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. The Trexler-Ludwick Funeral Home, 25 E. Weis St., Topton, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 2, 1983, page B-14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Levi Sanders, 709 Walnut St., died in St. Josephs Hospital, aged 84 years. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Surviving is one daughter Alice, this city. Funeral services Saturday at 3 p.m. at the F.F. Seidel, Inc., funeral chapel. Internment in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 21, 1934. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Mary A., nee Pauley, Sanders, widow of Isaac Sanders, died on Saturday at her late home, 138 Hudson street, Reading, following a short illness. Her death came just two months after that of her husband. She was in her sixty-sixth year. Mrs. Sanders was the daughter of the late Charles and Lucinda, nee Folk, Pauley, and was a native of Rockland township, Berks county. For the past thirty years, she has been a resident of Reading, and prior to that time resided in Topton. There survive to mourn her loss, one daughter, Mrs. Daisy Althouse of Reading, a granddaughter and two brothers, Charles Pauley of Reading and Fred Pauley of Wilkes-Barre. Funeral services will be held from the Schofer Funeral Home at Topton on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock followed by interment in Union cemetery, Topton. Rev. William H. Kline will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 23, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Melvin W. Sanders, of East Weis Street, Topton, who died Aug. 14 in Kutztown Manor, where he had resided since July 29. Burial was in New Jerusalem Union Cemetery, Rockland Township. He was the husband of Verdie M. (Behm) Sanders. Born in Rockland Township, he was a son of the late Charles F. and Beulah (Drey) Sanders. Until retiring in 1982, he was employed as a tow motor operator by the Stanley G. Flagg Co. Inc., Stowe, for 26 years. He was previously employed as a laborer by Caloric Corp., Topton, for five years. Sanders was a World War II Army veteran. He was a member of New Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Rockland Township. Also surviving are two sons, Charles M. Sanders, Mohrsville, and Barry W. Sanders, Macungie, Lehigh County, and a daughter, Elaine M. (Sanders) Seip, Mertztown. There are also four grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and four stepgreat-grandchildren. Other survivors include a sister, Arlene (Sanders) Sheetz, Fleetwood, and a brother, Gene W. Sanders, Oley.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, August 28, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Wayne S. Sanders died late Saturday night in his home on Penn Street, Lyons. He was 71. Born in Rockland Township, he was a son of the late Dilplane and Angelia (Schlegel) Sanders. A World War I veteran, he was employed by the Fleetwood Craftsman Corp., before retiring four years ago. He was a member of Christ DeLong's UCC, Bowers. Surviving are his widow, Edna (Breidigam) Sanders; two sons, Paul of Fleetwood R. 2; and Scott, at home; a daughter, Ruth, wife of John Strauss, Lyons; a brother John, of Lyons; a sister Mayme, wife of Horace Fox, Mertztown R. 1; and 10 grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton, with viewing 7-8 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 25, 1963, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]
DEATH OF CHAS. SANDS. Word was received here Wednesday evening that Charles SANDS had died in the Phila. Charity Hospital. He was subject to falling fits and had an attack, was sent to the hospital, where blood poisoning resulted, which was the cause of his death. The remains were brought to Boyertown on Thursday, and taken to the home of Augustus BAUMAN, on Second Street, from which place the funeral will take place tomorrow after noon. Services will be held at the house and in the Reformed Church by Rev. J. E. FREEMAN. Burial will follow on Union Cemetery. Deceased was a cigar maker, and had gone to Philadelphia only a week before to work at his trade. He was native of Boyertown, but his parents are both dead, his mother having died about a year ago. He leaves a wife and one daughter aged about ten years. He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Ephraim SANDS of Philadelphia; Morris and Frank, of Boyertown, Edwin, of Gilbertsville; and Mrs. Charles SCHULTZ of Little Oley. Funeral director James G. BRUMBACH has charge of the funeral.
[Source: Berks County Democrat, Boyertown, PA Saturday, June 18, 1904. Submitted by: Betty.]
A graveside service was held for Harold I. Sands, 77, husband of Thelma U. (Renninger) Sands, of Gilbertsville, who died June 17 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Gabelsville, he worked for 45 years as a laborer at Boyertown Body Works in Boyertown, retiring in 1988. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Sands was a member of St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church of Boyertown. Surviving with his wife of 56 years are three daughters, Cheryl A. Faithful of Douglassville, Phyllis D. Mattern of Mountain, Pa., and Terri Sands; three brothers, Ralph Sands and Linwood Sands, both of Boyertown, and Randell Sands of Tucson, Ariz.; a sister, Emma Youse of Boyertown; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister. Contributions may be made to the Pottstown Memorial Medical Center Cancer Center Fund, 1600 East High St., Pottstown, PA 19464. The arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home of East Greenville.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 26 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
SANDS - In this city, on the 7th inst., Henry W. Sands, aged 59 years 3 months and 19 days. Relatives and friends, also Camp 329, P. O. S. of A., and Nathan Hale Commandery, No. 75, and employees of Alexander's hat factory are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 1061 Pike Street, Monday at 2 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in German Lutheran Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 9, 1911. Submitted by Betty.]
James Gilbert Sands died at Eureka Springs, Arkansas, aged 70 years. Mr. Sands was a former Berks Countian, having been born and raised in Boyertown, but went west before the opening of the Civil War and was an early settler of Kansas, where he lived for a number of years. He was postmaster at Kantonment, Oklahoma, at the time of his death, and also conducted an Indian store for a son-in-law, and had only gone to Eureka Springs for his health. He leaves two sons, Irvin and Robert living in the West and a daughter, Mrs. A. G. Grawshaw of this city.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Reading, PA, August 30, 1904. Submitted by Betty.]
Paul Amos, son of Mr. & Mrs. Frank Sands of Morysville, died on Wednesday, of pneumonia, aged 11 months and 16 days. Funeral tomorrow 1 o'clock p.m. at the house. Rev. A. M. Weber will officiate.
[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 21, 1899.]
Sarge - In Greenwich, February 16th, Alice, daughter of Daniel and Catharine Sarge, aged 3 years, 5 months and 14 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 28, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Mrs. Carrie M. (Rahn) Sarig, 51, wife of the late Sylvester D. Sarig, died yesterday at her home, 11 E. Main St., Kutztown. A native of Kutztown, she was the daughter of the late James and Rose (Kern) Rahn. She was a member of St. Paul's Reformed church, Kutztown, and was associated with the Busy Bees lodge of Kutztown. She is survived by two daughters, Marie, wife of Norman Kerchner, and Shirley, both of the home. Also surviving are: four brothers, Byron Rahn, James and Paul, all of Kutztown R.D.; and Ralph, Topton; and six sisters, Gladys, wife of Clifford Heiser, Kutztown; Alma, wife of Howard George, Kutztown R.D.; Helen, wife of John Epting, Kutztown; Mildred, wife of John Mertz, Kutztown R.D.; Anna, wife of Arthur Warmkessel, Topton; and Marguerite, wife of John Snyder, Reading.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 24, 1948, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Judith Ann, nee Hieter, wife of Wilson S. Sarig, died Tuesday at her home near Topton, aged 59 years, 3 months and 7 days. She was a daughter of the late Solomon and Esther, nee Scheirer, Hieter, and was born in Richland township, Berks county. She had been ill for the past ten years with diabetes and bedfast for four weeks. Mrs. Sarig is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. Russel Jones, at home; Mrs. Herbert Mest, Mrs. Frank Dunstan and Sylvester Sarig, of Topton. Ten grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters also survive: David and Daniel Hieter, Mrs. Wilson Reimert, Mrs. Oscar Miller and Mrs. Charles Millhouse, of Emaus; Mrs. Albert Adams of Reading; Andrew Hieter, of Topton. The funeral will be held on Saturday at 1.30 o'clock at her late home, followed by continued services in Maxatawny Zion's church, of which she was a member of the Lutheran wing. Rev. George B. Smith and Rev. William F. Dry, both of Kutztown, will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 27, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Julia, the 11-year-old daughter of Sylvester and Carrie, nee Rahn, Sarig, of Washington street, Topton, was called in death last evening at 8 oclock at the Allentown hospital, after an illness of a few days. The parents survive. Funeral arrangements had not been completed last night.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 7, 1932, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Cabinet maker by trade in the late employ of the DeRohn Furniture company, Topton, Sylvester Sarig, husband of Carrie, nee Rahn, Sarig, died yesterday at 7.40 a.m. in the Allentown hospital. He was 39 years, 5 months and 10 days old. Death came as the result of a fall from a cherry tree nine weeks ago when injury proved fatal and brought concussion to the spinal cord. The deceased was a son of the late Wilson and Annie, nee Hieter, Sarig, born in Ontelaunee township, Berks county. He was a member of the Reformed wing of Maxatawny Zion church. Besides his wife, there survives two daughters, Marie and Shirley, at home, and three sisters, Mrs. Russell Jones, Topton; Mrs. Herbert Mest, Mertztown R.D., and Mrs. Frank Dunstan, Alburtis. Funeral services will be held from the late home, Washington street, Topton, Thursday at 1.30 p.m., D.S.T., with continued services in Maxatawny Zion church, Rev. George B. Smith, D.D., officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday, September 2, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Valentine Sarig, 84, of Lenhartsville, Berks county, a Civil War veteran, and father of Wilson G. Sarig, three times a Berks Assemblyman at Harrisburg, died Wednesday at the home of a son-in-law, Calvin Wessner, at East Texas, of injuries sustained in a fall down a stairway.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 14, 1921, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Virginia Janet, infant daughter of Sylvester and Carrie (Rahn) Sarig, of Washington street, Topton, died of complications on Wednesday night, aged 9 years. The parents and two sisters, Julia and Marie, survive. Funeral services will be held at the home of the parents on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with interment in the Maxatawny Zion church cemetery. Rev. George B. Smith will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 29, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Wilson S. Sarig, prominent farmer and school director of Longswamp township, died yesterday morning at 3.50 o'clock from a complication of ailments. He was aged 65 years. Mr. Sarig was born in Berks county, a son of the late Daniel and Catherine, nee Sassaman, Sarig, and lived in that vicinity during his entire life. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Maxatawny Zion's church, and of the Pioneer Grange, Topton. For the past 12 years he served on the school board of Longswamp township. He was preceded in death four years ago by his wife, Annie, nee Hieder, Sarig. Surviving him are the following children: Mrs. Russell Jones, at home; Sylvester Sarig, Mrs. Frank Dunstan and Herbert Mest, of Topton. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Emmanuel Dietrich, Kutztown R. 3; Mrs. Selina Knittle, Kutztown; Albert Sarig, Bowers; Ellis Sarig, Sheridan, Ind.; Chas. Sarig, Galveston, Ind.; Mrs. Sarah Sheridan, of Philadelphia. The funeral will be held on Tuesday afternoon. At 1.30 there will be short services at his home, near Free Hall, Mertztown R. 2, to be followed by further services in Maxatawny Zion church and interment in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, November 23, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ex-Judge A. S. Sassaman, one of the best known citizens of Reading, suffered a paralytic stroke early yesterday morning. A message received by the Morning Call at 11:00 o'clock last night stated that he is not expected to survive until this morning. Sunday evening Judge Sassaman and wife attended church. When they returned he complained of feeling unwell. Later, he called his wife from his bedroom and when she reached there her husband was unconscious. Both sides were affected.
Augustus S. Sassaman was born in Douglass township, Berks County, February 7, 1834. He graduated from Dickinson College in 1855 and for a term fitted the chair of Natural science in the same Institution. While teaching he began the study of Law and the late A. H. Dill, who was a member of the State Senate and in 1878 the Democratic Candidate for Governor of Pennsylvania. He was admitted to the bar at Lewisburg in 1863. At the instance of some the friends, of his wife, who was a Miss DeFurk of Amith, Berks county, he returned to his native county where he soon acquired a large and lucrative law practice. He continued in the active duties of his profession until 1874, when he was elected Additional Law Judge of the courts of Berks County and served a term of ten years from January 2, 1876 until January 4, 1886. Upon his retirement from the bench, Judge Sassaman returned to the practice of law with his son Edwin, which he stayed until the time of his death.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 17, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]
Yesterday, the Morning Call made reference to the serious Illness of ex-Judge Sassaman of Reading. The venerable jurist died at 1:30 p.m. yesterday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 18, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jacob Sassaman, a retired farmer of Fleetwood, died Monday in his 83rd year. Previous to taking up residence in Fleetwood, where he had lived for the past several years, he was a resident of Amityville. Rev. A. G. Woodring, pastor of the Fleetwood church, will officiate at funeral services Wednesday at noon (DST) from the J. S. Burkholder funeral home, 1501 Hamilton St. Burial will be made in the New Amityville cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 20, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Samuel K. Sassaman, aged 69 years, died at Lyons. He was bedfast 13 weeks. He was a blacksmith. He also conducted the Eagle Hotel, at Emaus, and the American House, at Schultzville. He leaves his widow, Emma; one daughter, Clara, New York; one son, William, Reading; two grandchildren and one sister, at Boyertown. He was a resident of Lyons for 25 years. The funeral will take place on Wednesday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 9, 1917, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
J. Henry Sattade (Saltade), of Topton, yesterday had his legs cut off by the Kutztown Flyer at Hinterleiter's between Kutztown and Topton, between 4 and 5 p.m. The Flyer was making extra trips to Topton on account of the Fair. Sattade was taken to the Reading Hospital and died there at 9:30 last evening. His father was employed as clerk in the Treasurer's office at Harrisburg.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 10, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held in the Church of God in Christ - Mennonite, for John W. Sauder, of Dryville Road, Richmond Township, who died of natural causes March 26 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since March 14. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. He was the husband of Lillian B. (Snyder) Sauder. Born in Richmond Township, he was a son of the late Amos and Alma (Weaver) Sauder. Last working a year ago, he was part owner of Weaver's Sales & Rental, Bowers, for several years. He was member of the Church of God in Christ - Mennonite, Richmond Township. Also surviving are two daughters, Darlene S. Sauder and Dianne S. Sauder, and three sons: Lewis S. Sauder, John I Sauder and Kenneth S. Sauder, all at home. There is also a foster daughter, Siarra M. Gracia, at home. Other survivors include four brothers: Mahlon Sauder, Kutztown; Ivan Sauder, Shiloh, Ohio; Paul Sauder, Mertztown; and Noah Sauder, Loysville, Perry County; and three sisters: Mabel (Sauder) Zimmerman, Leroy, Minn.; and Ruth Sauder and Esther (Sauder) Burkholder, both of Fleetwood. The Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, April 3, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Sauer - Near Millersburg, on May 24th, Barbara, widow of Jacob Sauer, aged 88 years, 5 months and 24 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 15, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Amanda R. Sauermilch, one of the oldest residents of Lyons, Berks county and that vicinity, died yesterday morning at her home on Kemp St., that place. She was 94 years old on Jan. 17. Born in Rockland township, Mrs. Sauermilch spent most of her life there. Her husband, the late John B. Sauermilch, died some years ago. The deceased was a daughter of the late Nathan and Rachel Hamsher Bauer. Surviving her is a son Milton, at home; two grandsons; and one great grandchild. Funeral services will be held at her late home at Lyons on Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. with further services at New Jerusalem church. Rev. W. F. Bond, pastor, will have charge of the services. Interment is to be made in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7 to 9.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 26, 1939, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Lieut. John B. Sauermilch, a well known tinsmith, dropped dead at his home at Lyons. Death was caused by paralysis. Deceased was born in Washington township and his age was 72 years, 5 months and 28 days. He leaves his widow, Amanda, daughter Emma, of Trenton, and a son, Milton, at home. There are two grandchildren. Deceased was a member of the Lutheran and Reformed Sunday School, in which he was the teacher of the German Bible Class for twenty years. He was a resident of that village for about thirty years and was engaged in the tinsmith business up to the time of his death. He was First Lieutenant of Company G., 198th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, of the Civil War, and a member of Lyons Lodge, No. 102, K. of P. Funeral next Tuesday at 9.30 a.m. Rev. M. F. Good, of Ashland, will officiate at the house. Services will be conducted in the Lutheran and Reformed Chapel, by Rev. William F. Bond. Interment will be made in the New Jerusalem Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 13, 1911, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Herbert R. Sauers, 67, of 216 S. Kemp St., Lyon Station, died Wednesday in the Hassler Home, Inc., Shillington. Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late George and Ida (Eck) Sauers. He was an Army veteran. Surviving are three daughters, Bessie, wife of Paulus Zimmerman, in Delaware; Jeannette, wife of John J. Cook, of Lenhartsville; and Simone, wife of Kenneth Minnich, of Lyon Station; three sons, Herbert R. Sauers II, of Reading; and William and Barry, both in Delaware; and 11 grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 23, 1977, page D-4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Dr. Henry W. Saul, 81, a Kutztown physician for 56 years, died Tuesday at his home, 262 W. Main St., after a lengthy illness. Active in many Kutztown civic affairs, Dr. Saul was one of the planners of the Kutztown centennial celebration in 1915 marking the incorporation of the borough; a former president of the Chamber of Commerce; a school director for 20 years and former vice president; a former Kutztown Fire Co. president; and vice president of the Kutztown National Bank up to the time of his death. He was also active in the Kutztown Fair Assn. A staunch Democrat, Dr. Saul was Kutztown burgess from 1909 to 1914. He was deputy coroner for more than 30 years and for four years served as a Democratic state committeeman. He was a member of the council of St. John's Lutheran church, of which he was lifelong member. He was the oldest past master of Huguenot Lodge 377, F and AM, Kutztown. Other fraternal affiliations included membership in Royer temple, Knights of Golden Eagle; Junior Order of American Mechanics and the Fraternal Order of eagles. Graduated from Baltimore Medical college in 1894, he then specialized in eye, ear, nose and throat diseases at the Wills Eye hospital and began practicing in April, 1895. A native of Kutztown, he was educated in Kutztown schools and was an honor graduate of Kutztown State Teachers college. In 1945 he was honored by the Pennsylvania Medical Society for his completion of half a century in the medical profession. He served a term as president of the Berks County Medical society. He was the son of the late David and Carolina Bushey Saul. His wife, the former Katie Ellen Trexler, died 25 years ago. Survivors include two daughters, Ellen Ann, widow of Russell D. Stein, former Kutztown postmaster who was killed in Belgium in 1945, and Kathryn A., wife of J. Gaumer Saul, at home; a son, Charles D. Saul, Kutztown; five grandchildren, and a sister, Hattie A., widow of Morris D. Trexler.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 15, 1951, pages 5 and 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
In Upper Bern, on January 5th, Caroline Rebecca, daughter of Charles and Lydia Savage, aged 14 years 1 month and 29 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 19, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]
SAVAGE-In Talladega, Ala, on Dec. 4th, Charlotte K Savage, widow of George W Savage, [East Coventry] aged 76 years.
[Source: The Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, December 9, 1902. Submitted by Diana.]
The body of Mrs. Charlotte K. Savage, who died at Talladega, Ala., on Thursday, reached Pottstown on Saturday evening, via the Pennsylvania Railroad. Her remains were accompanied by her son-in-law and daughter, Dr. and Mrs. D.S. Lightcap, and the funeral will take place on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from her late residence, No 541 North Charlotte Street. All services at the house and burial in Mt. Zion Cemetery. She was a sister to Raymond Moore, of Birdsoro; Mrs. Mary Lacey, of Portland, Ore., and Mrs. Harriet, widow of Thomas Francis, Pottstown. She was the mother of Wm. Savage, of Lawrence, Kan.; Mrs. D.S. Lightcap, of Talladega, Ala., and the late Mrs. Clara Landis, of this borough. She leaves four grandchildren - Maud Savage, of Lawrence, Kan.; Edgar S Lightcap, of Talladega, Ala., and Walter S and Lottie Landis, this borough. Mrs. Savage went south expecting to spend the winter with her daughter, but passed away after a stay of only three weeks at Talladega. Mr. Lightcap has not been in Pottstown for twenty years, although born and reared here. He is a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Lightcap. He learned the trade of machinist and twenty years ago emigrated with his wife to Kansas, but in a short time he moved to Alabama. He became interested in dental surgery and mastered it, opening a dental office in Talladega, where he was won a fine and lucrative practice. His brother, Samuel, also a Pottstown boy, is located in the same profession in Mobile, Ala.
[Source: The Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday December 16, 1902. Submitted by Diana.]
NOTE: Charlotte K SAVAGE was daughter of Elias N MOHR and Mary B KERST of Union Twp., Berks Co. She was born 3/19/1828 in Union Twp. She located to Pottstown after her husband, George W SAVAGE died. She is buried in Mt Zion Cemetery, outside Pottstown, with her daughter Clara SAVAGE and son-in-law Daniel LANDIS. She is this conributor's gr2grandmother. Daniel LANDIS and wife Clara SAVAGE are grgrandparents.
Hattie (nee DeLong), wife of Samuel Savage, of Reading, died on Monday, aged 63 years. She was ailing 18 months and was bedfast about half this time. Deceased was born in Maxatawny township and went to Reading about 40 years ago. Besides her husband, she is survived by three sons.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 16, 1906, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Savage - In Upper Bern, March 26th, Jos. Savage, widower of Mary Magdaline Stahl, aged 78 years, 10 months and 13 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 12, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]
Third Brother Meets a Violent Death. Injuries of Levi Savage Prove Fatal. Was Squeezed between Elevator and Door at Reading Hardware Works.
Levi Savage, aged 68 years, of Glenside, died at the Homeopathic Hospital at 6:30 p.m. Monday as the result of injuries received at the plant of the Reading Hardware Works.
About 7:15 o'clock Monday morning, while Mr. Savage, who was a truckman, was unloading a truck from the elevator on one of the upper floors, the elevator suddenly started going upward. Instead of remaining on the car Mr. Savage tried to jump off, and in doing so was caught between the elevator and the gate and badly squeezed. Fellow workmen who heard his cries stopped the car.
The Reading Hose ambulance rushed the injured man to the Homeopathic Hospital. His injuries, though painful, were not considered serious. A careful examination revealed that he was injured about the chest, besides sustaining lacerations of the face. It is supposed that death resulted from an internal hemorrhage which developed later.
Coroner Wagner was notified and will investigate the case. Undertaker Lutz removed the body to Auman's morgue.
Mr. Savage was the son of the late Levi and Sophia Savage. He was a native of Reading and was employed at the Reading Hardware Works for seven years. Prior to this he was for 20 years yard boss at Mellert's foundry.
Deceased was a widower, his wife having died six years ago. He is survived by two adopted children, Elmer Savage, 1752 Cotton street, and Mrs. George W. Heist, of Glenside. Mr. Savage resided at the home of the latter, but owing to a nephew, George Whitman, at Glenside, having diphtheria, the remains will be removed to the home of his son Elmer for burial. Mrs. Frank Swimler, of this city, is a sister.
Two brothers of deceased also met with accidental deaths, Albert being killed about 35 years ago in an elevator accident at the Reading Stove Works, and George was killed on the railroad at South street 30 years ago. Mr. Savage was a member of the Methodist Church.
Coroner Wagner stated to the Eagle that he would probably issue a certificate of death due to shock and internal hemorrhages. He viewed the body and does not think an inquest necessary.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, January 16, 1912. Submitted by Nancy.]
The funeral of Levi Savage, who died from injuries received at the Reading Hardware Company's plant, took place today from the residence of his son, Elmer Savage, 1753 Cotton street. Rev. J. Addison Kutz held services at the house. The remains were attired in a black suit with patent leather slippers and lay in a black cloth-covered casket, with extension bar handles and silver plate bearing name and age. Interment was made in Aulenbach's Cemetery. Undertaker Lutz had charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, January 20, 1912. Submitted by Nancy.]
Lillie R. Savage, 92, died Tuesday afternoon at 5:30 in her residence at 221 Island St., Hamburg. She was the widow of Earl S. Savage who died in November 1981. Born in Upper Bern Twp., she was a daughter of the late John and Mary E. (Rentschler) Kauffman. She was a member of St. Michael's Lutheran Church, Tilden Twp. Surviving are three sisters: Esther, wife of Howard Ernst, Mamie, widow of Oliver Hafer, both of Edenberg, and Sallie, widow of Calvin Hafer, Hamburg. Also several nieces and nephews.
[Source: Reading Eagle, 18 Jul 1990. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Richard E. Sawyer Sr., of Lyons Road, Rockland Township, who died April 30 shortly after arrival in Lehigh Valley Hospital. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Dryville. He was predeceased by his wife, Gladys I. (Mengel) Sawyer, who died April 12, 1988. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Harry J. and Helen M. (Arndt) Sawyer. Until retiring in 1987, he was employed as a welder by Caloric Corp., Topton, for more than 30 years. He was a World War II Navy veteran. Surviving are two daughters, Patricia A. (Sawyer) Christ, Kempton, and Linda D. (Sawyer) Pauley, Kutztown; and three sons: Richard E. Sawyer Jr., Shinglehouse, McKean County; Dennis J. Sawyer, Orefield, Lehigh County; and Thomas J. Sawyer, at home. There are also 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Mildred R. (Sawyer) Miller, Lynnport, Lehigh County, and Thelma E. (Sawyer) Cox, Breinigsville, Lehigh County. He was predeceased by a son, Gary L. Sawyer, who died in 1969.
[Source: The Kutztown Patriot, May 8, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Josephine A. Saylor, 77, of 303 Spring Valley Road, Laureldale, died Monday at her home. Born in Tower City, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Anna Sherack Lodish. She was a member of Holy Guardian Angels' Roman Catholic Church, Hyde Park, a member for 30 years and a former president of the main auxiliary of St. Joseph's Hospital, where she also served on the women's board. Her husband, Jean B., died in 1973. Surviving are a daughter, Nancy S. Gregory, Winchester, Va.; four brothers, Walter Lodish, Houston, Texas, Joseph Lodish, Lititz, and John and George Lodish, both of Tower City; seven sisters, Julia Boczar, Temple, Mary Jacoby, Las Vegas, Nev., Helene Richards, Jacksonville, Fla., Stella Lodish, Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, Carol Reiner, Fairfax, Va., and Corene Daub and Kathleen Reed, both of Tower City; two grandsons. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in Holy Guardian Angels' Roman Catholic Church, Hyde Park. Interment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery. Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, January 15, 1997. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Bernville: Rev. Isaac Hess officiated at the funeral of Mrs. Benj. Schade.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, January 2, 1893. Submitted by Peggy.]
Fern L. Schade, 87, Bernville, died Aug. 8 at 7:25 a.m. in Berks Heim, where she had resided two days. Her husband, John M. Schade, died in 1966. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Charles E. and Daisy (Reichert) Stoudt. Schade was a member of Friedens Lutheran Church, Bernville. Surviving are two sons, Robert J., Centerport, and William C., Shoemakersville. Other survivors include a brother, Charles Stoudt, Boyertown; and two sisters, Jane (Stoudt) Longenecker, Wyomissing, and Ruth (Stoudt) Hoy, Greenfields. There are also three grandchildren and a great-grandson. Memorial services will be Sunday at 1 p.m. in Friedens Lutheran Church. Burial will be private in Haag's Cemetery, Bernville. The Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 10, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for William D. Schade, 89, formerly of Shartlesville Road, Upper Tulpehocken Township, who died July 6 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since June 26. He was taken to the hospital from the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township. Burial was in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township. He was predeceased by his wife, Bella E. (Rhine) Schade, who died Aug. 27, 2000. Born in Centre Township, he was a son of the late Jacob F. and Lillie (Stamm) Schade. Until retiring in 1979, he was employed as a machinist by Rockwell Industries, Wyomissing, for 13 years. He was previously employed as a full-fashion knitter for Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing, for 26 years. Schade was a World War II Navy veteran. He was a member of St. Thomas United Church of Christ, Bernville. Surviving are two sons, Stanley W. Schade, Coatesville, Chester County,and Marvin L. Schade, Lewisburg, Union County. There are also five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, July 16, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Annie E., nee Boyer, widow of Nicholas Schadler, died at her home at Kutztown at 9:07 a.m. yesterday following a long illness. She was in her 69th year. Born March 27, 1869, a daughter of John and Amanda (Yoder) Boyer, she had lived at Kutztown for many years. She was a member of the Longswamp church. Surviving children, including several by a former marriage, are George and Melvin Schadler and Sealous Fisher, at home; Lloyd Brensinger, Kansas; Charles Brensinger, Allentown; Flora, wife of John Wagner, Emaus, and Norman, Edna T. and Paul Schadler, Kutztown. She is also survived by 24 grandchildren and one great-grandson; two sisters, Bertha, wife of Harry Stufflet, and Mary, wife of George Rue, both of Bethlehem, and one brother, Fred Boyer, Topton. Funeral services will be held at her late home, 93 Noble St., Kutztown, on Sunday at 3:30 p.m., followed by further services and interment at the Longswamp church. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate. Friends are invited to call at the home on Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 25, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
E. Fred Schadler, co-proprietor of the old Schadler Bakery at 109 N. 6th St., Allentown, died Friday night at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. M. Ray Leeser of Bowers, Berks County. Born in Red Lion, Longswamp Township, a son of the late William and Theresa Stauffer Schadler, he started in the baking trade with Wesley Miller in Alburtis before the turn of the century. Two years later, he went to Macungie as a baker, and six years after that, he joined his brothers, William and Robert Schadler, who operated a bakery in Kutztown. Later he operated shops in Blandon, Manheim and Emmaus. He and his son, Mark K. Schadler, opened the bakery in Allentown in 1940. They closed it in 1952. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Zion Lehigh Church near Alburtis. Surviving with his wife, Lizzie Trexler Schadler, are his son, Mark, of Bowers, his daughter, Helen T., wife of M. Ray Leeser; two grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Gertrude Heist and Mrs. Stella Adams, both of Emmaus. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 1, 1954, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
George N. Schadler, of 93 Noble St., Kutztown, a World War II veteran, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. He was 51. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Nicholas and Annie (Boyer) Schadler. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Union Church, Longswamp. Surviving are his wife, Willa L. (Weaver) Schadler; two sisters, Florence, wife of John Wagner of emmaus, and Edna, wife of Percy Keodinger of Kutztown, and five brothers, Norman, Paul and Sealous, all of Kutztown; Melvin of Hamburg, and Charles, in Wyoming. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Fritz & Kendall Home, Kutztown. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Wednesday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 28, 1961, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]
A combined funeral service was held for Katherine H. (Light) Schadler, 20, and her husband Kerry R. Schadler, 21, of North Charlotte Street, Pottstown who died November 22. She was born in Reading, and was a daughter of Clarence E. Lawson Jr. of West Palm Beach, Fla., and Elizabeth A. (Light) Richard of Reading. She graduated from Exeter High School in 1999 and was a sales clerk for the past month at Claire's Boutique in the Coventry Mall in North Coventry. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a stepmother; Jennifer R. Lawson of West Palm Beach, Fla.; maternal grandparents Helene B. (Noll) Light of Sinking Spring and Bruce H. Light of Sinking Spring; paternal grandparents Rita (Murdic) Lawson of Shillington and Clarence E. Lawson Sr., Groose Creek, S.C.; a half-sister and a half-brother. Kerry R. Schadler, was formerly of Oley and attended Oley Valley High School. Born in Reading, he was a son of Terry R. Schadler of Douglass (Mont.), and Karen L. (Williams) Loop of Tilden Township, Berks County. He was employed as a laborer at Rockland Industries of Boyertown. Surviving along with his parents are a stepfather, Lloyd D. Loop Sr. of Tilden; a maternal grandmother, Mary Jane (Seigfried) Williams of Maidencreek, Berks County; paternal grandparents, Jackie C. and Mildred E. (Smith) Schadler of Lyon Station; a son, Zachary T. Levan of Hereford; a sister; two stepsisters; and two stepbrothers. Burial was in Zion Moselem Church Cemetery in Richmond. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, handled the arrangements for the couple.
[Source: Southern Berks News, December 4, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of Kerry R. Schadler, 21, Pottstown, is his mother and stepfather, Lloyd D. Sr. and Karen L. (Williams) Loop, Tilden Township. Schlader and his pregnant wife, Katherine H. (Lawson) Schadler were found murdered in a rural park in East Coventry Township, Chester County, on Nov. 22. Two suspects in the strangulation murders are in custody. Police believe the couple was killed to keep them from talking to police about a series of robberies at pizzerias and restaurants in the Pottstown area.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, December 4, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Lizzie I. Schadler, 77, who operated the former Schadler Bakery on 6th Street, Allentown, with her late husband, Eugene F. Schadler, died yesterday at her home, 145 N. 9th St., Allentown. A native of Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Marianne (Deisher) Trexler. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zion Lehigh Church, near Alburtis. Surviving are a son, Mark K., at home; a daughter, Mrs. Helen T. Leeser of Allentown; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Calling hours will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 15, 1961, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mamie A. (Merkel) Schadler, 55, wife of Kutztown Borough Supt. Norman J. Schadler, died last night at her home, 50 S. Maple St., Kutztown. A native of Haafsville, Lehigh County, she was a daughter of the late William and Alice (Schwoyer) Merkel. She was a member of the Reformed wing of Ziegels Church, Weisenberg Township, and the ladies auxiliaries of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and Hoch-Balthaser Post 480, American Legion, Kutztown. Surviving, besides her husband, are three daughters, Dorothy R., wife of Harvey Lesher, and Lucille A., wife of Charles Scheidt, Kutztown, and Nancy G., at home; six sons, Billy N., Fleetwood R. 2, Clair R., Allentown, and Richard C., Ray H., Donald N. P., and Jackie, at home; three sisters, Eva, wife of Alton Geist, and Maude, wife of Paul Printz, Kutztown, and Mabel, wife of Edwin Becker, Leesport R. 2, and seven grandchildren. A daughter and a son preceded her in death. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Fritz and Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 2, 1955, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]
Paul W. Schadler, 60, of 205 Highland Ave., Kutztown, died Saturday in his home. He was the husband of Anna L. K. (Kern) Schadler. Born at Kutztown, he was a son of the late Nicholas and Annie (Boyer) Schadler. He was an employee of the Eastern Lime Corp., of Oley. He was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ of Kutztown. Surviving besides his widow are two sons, David A. and Dennis P., and two daughters, Elaine A., wife of Lawrence Seaman, and Catherine Ann, wife of Ronald Miller, all of Kutztown R. 3; two brothers, Norman of Fleetwood and Melvin of Virginville; two step- brothers, Sealous Fisher of Kutztown and Charles Brensinger of Wyoming; two sisters: Florence, wife of John Wagner of Emmaus, and Edna, wife of Percy Keodinger, of Kutztown, and nine grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Fritz & Kendall Funeral Home of Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday. [The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday, December 11, 1967, page A four-horse team, driven by Simon Dreibelbis, the 18-year-old son of C. S. Dreibelbis, proprietor of the Balino Mills, near Shoemakersville, Berks county, ran away Thursday night, and Dreibelbis was thrown under the wheels. He was apparently not much hurt and went about his work. Yesterday morning he arose and expired suddenly.
[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA , Wednesday, November 9, 1892, page 3. Submitted by Betty.]
Adam H. Schaeffer Jr., 81, South Heidelberg Township, died April 10 at 1:55 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient 10 days. He was the husband of Helen M. (Kauffman) Schaeffer. Born in Lower Heidelberg Township, he was a son of the late Adam H. Schaeffer Sr. and Louisiana (Gerhart) Schaeffer. Schaeffer was the owner-operator of Grandview Dairy Farm, South Heidelberg Township, retiring in 1996. He was a 1942 graduate of Wernersville High School. Schaeffer was a member of St. John's (Hain's) United Church of Christ, Lower Heidelberg Township, where he was a former consistory member, a deacon and a church trustee. He also coached the church's softball team in the mid-1970s. He was a charter member of the Heidelberg Heritage Society, Wernersville. Schaeffer was a 57-year member of the Gouglersville Grange. He is also survived by a daughter, Mary Ann (Schaeffer) Grubb, South Heidelberg Township; and three sons: Albert W. and David A., both of South Heidelberg Township; and Brian R., Wernersville. Other survivors include a sister, Mary Ann (Schaeffer) Miller, South Heidelberg Township. There are also five granddaughters. Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in St. John's (Hain's) UCC. Burial will be in Hain's Church Cemetery, Lower Heidelberg Township. Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, April 12, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Amanda, wife of Allen H. Schaeffer, died of convulsions, superinduced by stomach troubles, at 6 p.m. Monday at her residence, 847 Buttonwood, aged 27 years. She was ailing for several years with stomach troubles. Deceased was a daughter of Frank and Rebecca Houck, of Amityville, and besides her parents is survived by her husband; three children, Eddie, Jennie and Helen; also these brothers and sisters: Mrs. Newton Snyder and Ammon Houck, Amityville; Mrs. William Garber, of Birdsboro; Hiram Houck, Boyertown, Deceased was a member of Covenant M.E. Church.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, November 17, 1903. Submitted by Nancy.]
Services were held for Anna May Schaeffer, 104, formerly of Carsonia Avenue, Lower Alsace Township, who died February 20 in Berkshire Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Exeter Township, where she had resided since 1997. Her husband, Robert Schaeffer, died in 1986. Born in Philadelphia, she was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, Reading. There are no immediate survivors. Burial was in Greenmount Cemetery, Philadelphia. The Henninger Funeral Home Inc., Reading, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, February 26, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Anna R. Daubenspeck Schaeffer, 90, of the ECC Retirement Village, Myerstown, formerly of Schuylkill Haven, died Tuesday evening at the retirement village. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Carrie Good Reiff. She was employed by various knitting mills in the Schuylkill Haven area. She was a member of the Grace Evangelical Congregational Church, Schuylkill Haven. Her first husband, Harold Daubenspeck, died in 1968, and her second husband, Raymond Schaeffer, died in 1996. Surviving are three sons, Thomas Daubenspeck, Shoreview, Minn., Frederick Daubenspeck, Palmyra, and Robert Daubenspeck, Garner, N.C.; a daughter, Grace Vinglinsky, Port Carbon; a stepson, Alvin Schaeffer, Riverview Park, Berks County; a brother, Theodore Reiff, Florida; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at the convenience of the family from Geschwindt-Stabingas Funeral Home Inc., Schuylkill Haven. The Revs. Ronald Heim and David Reed will officiate. Interment will be in Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, December 18, 1997. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Beatrice A Schaeffer, 76, of Bernville R.D. 2, died in Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, Saturday Morning at 3:30, where she had been a patient since July 9.
She was the wife of William P. Schaeffer.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Clarence D and Edna M. (Scott) Ringler.
She was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church, Laureldale.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, James A. Mills Sr., Robesonia.
Six daughters; Jeanette, wife of Dale Stuber, Fleetwood; Nancy wife of Kirk Wentzel, Burlington, NJ; Jean, wife of Harold Wise, Rehrersburg; Shirley Wingert, Bethel; Bonnie, wife of Ronald Shirk, Lebanon; and Suzanne Reber, Womelsdorf; 28 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
A step son, John Richard, Rehrersburg, and a step daughter Barbara, wife of Henry Muckel, Bernville R.D.2.
Also a brother, Clarence C. Ringler, Laureldale.
The Hill Funeral Home, Rehrersburg, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 26, 1987. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Schuylkill Haven, March 30--Bessie M. Schaeffer, 60, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Ellen K. Stoudt, 613 West Norwegian St., Pottsville. She was born in Wayne township and resided here for 28 years. She lived in Pottsville five months.
She was a daughter of Caroline (Rhein) and the late Phillip Schaeffer and was a member of Grace Evangelical Church, this place. Surviving are her mother, Mrs. Caroline Schaeffer, Pottsville, and these brothers and sisters: George, Howard, Sallie, wife of Charles Mengel of Summit Station; Robert, of town; Albert, Harry, Illinois; Mrs. Ellen K. Stoudt, of Pottsville; Minnie, wife of Oscar Sweigert, this place.
Funeral Wednesday at 1:30 from the D.M. Bittle Funeral Home here. Further services in Manbeck's Church. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. L.L. Hosan, of Grace Evangelical Church will officiate.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, 30 March 1942. Submitted by Nancy.]
Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Beverly A. Schaeffer, 50, Hilltop Court, Hamburg, who died of natural causes Oct. 26 in the Hospice Unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, where she had resided since Oct. 22. She had previously been a patient at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, since Oct. 14. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Doris J. (Hottenstein) Lindenmuth, Hamburg, and the late Robert E. Wolfe. Last working in 1996, she had been employed as a labeler by Ames Distribution, Leesport. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. Also surviving are a daughter, Stacy L. Schaeffer, at home; a brother, Robert E. Wolfe, Jr., Ashland, and two sisters, Jacqueline M. (Wolfe) Schweitzer, Bowmansville, and Robin F. Wolfe, Hamburg. Other survivors include a stepfather, Roy L. Lindenmuth, Hamburg; a stepbrother, Terry L. Lindenmuth, Kutztown; and a stepsister, Gloria S. (Lindenmuth) Heffner, Bern Township.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, November 6, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of C. Sylvester Schaeffer, 85, formerly of Marion Township, who died Feb. 17 in the Evangelical Congregational Church Retirement Village, Myerstown, where he had resided since Feb. 27, 2001, is a son, Jonathan E. Schaeffer, Jefferson Township, and a sister, Edith (Schaeffer) Reifsnyder, Bernville.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, February 26, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Christine Schaeffer, 36, assistant cook at the Topton Orphans' Home, Topton, died at 8.30 a.m. Monday in the Allentown hospital where she had been a medical patient since April 6. A native of Pottstown where she had resided most of her life, she had been employed at the orphans' institution the past three years. She was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran church, Pottstown. Surviving are a son, Donald, at the Home; three sisters, Mrs. Raymond Bauer, and Daisy and Pearl Henry, all of Pottstown; a brother, Enoch Henry, in Massachusetts, and two half brothers, James and Wilmer Henry, Pottstown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 21, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Daniel C. Schaeffer died on Monday at the home of his son-in-law, George From, in Cumru township, Berks county, from the effects of heart failure, aged 59 years, 9 months and 10 days. He is survived by these children: Charles, William, of Bern township, and Mrs. George From, and these brothers and sisters, Mrs. Mary Fleisher, of Cumru; Mrs. Amanda Sassaman, of Allentown; Mrs. Rebecca Cramm, of Reading; Mrs. Daniel Unger, of Penn township; George and Aaron, of Bern township, and John, of Michigan.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 1, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Ella A. Schaeffer, 87, died Sunday in the home of her son, Arthur w., of Hunter Street, Lyons, Berks County, with whom she resided. She was the widow of George H. Schaeffer. Born in Pike Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Levi and Rose Ann (Angstadt) Weidner. She was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of New Jerusalem Union Church, Fleetwood R. 1. Surviving with her son are two daughters, Mrs. Amelia Smith of Alburtis R. 1 and Stella, wife of Joseph Muth, of Breinigsville R. 1; two other sons, Charles W., of Kutztown R. 1, and George w., of Lyons; a brother Luther, of Lyons; 26 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday in the church. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday in the Trexler and Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 24, 1979, page D-3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schaeffer - In Upper Tulpehocken, December 25th, 1875, Emma Rebecca, daughter of Jacob and Sarah Schaeffer, aged 2 years and 2 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 8, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Esther Schaeffer, widow of David Schaeffer, died on the old homestead in Maxatawny, near Kutztown, Monday morning, in the 77th year of her age. Deceased was a daughter of Solomon Christ. She and Mr. Schaeffer were married May 7, 1848, and the following April they moved to the farm, where they lived ever since and reared five children, all of whom survive. They are: Superintendent of Public Instruction, N. C. Schaeffer, of Lancaster; Rev. William C. Schaeffer, Ph. D., of Chambersburg; Dr. Charles D. Schaeffer, of town; Attorney D. Nicholas Schaeffer, of Reading, and James Schaeffer, residing on the homestead. Mr. and Mrs. Schaeffer celebrated their golden wedding anniversary May 7, 1898, when their five children and 18 grandchildren gathered on the old homestead. Mr. and Mrs. Schaeffer were widely known and highly respected and were always prominent in every movement for the good of the community; worked hard in their younger days and prospered so that they could send each of their five sons through college; saw them established in life, married and respected, as were their parents before them.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 18, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
When a stroke of paralysis attacked the aged Mrs. George Schaeffer, of town, last Wednesday, there was little hope of her recovering. She gradually sank and on Sunday afternoon at half-past two o'clock, death followed. Mrs. Schaeffer had partly resided in her late home above town since the death of her husband, sleeping in her daughter's, Mrs. Barner's home for some time. She was quite well preserved until the last attack. Deceased was a daughter of Jesse and Anna Shitz. She was born in Rockland township, Berks county, and brought her age to 70 years, 8 months and 28 days. She was the second wife of the late George Schaeffer, a well-known and influential citizen, who preceded her ten years to the spirit world. One daughter, Mrs. David L. Barner, was born until the couple, while Mrs. M. S. Weiler, of Reading, survives as the only child of her husband with his first wife. Deceased also left six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mrs. Schaeffer was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Solomon's church, this place, where burial will be made today (Thursday), the funeral service beginning at the residence of Mr. Barner at half-past nine o'clock. Revs. Reber and Rath will officiate.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 27, 1891, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
George D. Schaeffer, 58, of 269 W. Main St., Kutztown, died Thursday in his home. He was the husband of Joyce A. (Schumacker) Schaeffer. Schaeffer was a truck driver for Eastern Industries, Inc., Kutztown R. 2, for thirty years. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Charles R. and Annie C. (Knittle) Schaeffer. He was an army veteran of World War II. Surviving with his widow are a daughter, Catherine A., wife of Clark D. Frederick of Breinigsville R. 2; a sister Anna, and a brother, John D., both of Kutztown, and two grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 25, 1979, page D-5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schaeffer, George J., husband of Nellie Schaeffer, passed from this world on March 8, 1949, in a Philadelphia hospital after a lingering illness. He was born on Nov. 26, 1898, the son of Mary and August Schaeffer, and at the time of his death he was 50 years, 3 months, and 12 days old. He was a member of Faith E.C. Church, Temple, Pa. He is survived by his widow, parents, and the following children: Catherine, wife of Sylvester Roth; Anna, wife of John Rockel; Sarah, George, Robert, David, Mary, Arthur, and Frederick. Four brothers also survive: Karl, Frederick, Wildemar, and Luther. Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 12, at 11:00 A.M. in the Mertz Funeral Home, and burial was made in Aulenbach Cemetery, Reading, Pa. Richard A. Cattermole
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXV, no. 16, April 19, 1949, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]
George R. Schaeffer, a Kutztown funeral director for 45 years, died last night in his home. He was 68. Schaeffer, of 346 W. Main St., Kutztown, was a graduate of the Eckels school of embalming in Philadelphia. He was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. Born in Richmond Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late John E. and Maria E. (Rahn) Schaeffer. Surviving are his widow, Susie (Weidenhammer) Schaeffer, and one brother, Charles R., of Kutztown. Services will be Saturday at the convenience of the family. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Friday in the Schaeffer Funeral Home.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 5, 1962, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]
George S. Schaeffer, aged seventy-six years, died of apoplexy at Fleetwood, on Tuesday evening. Deceased was a son of the late Daniel and Margaret (nee Zell) Schaeffer. He is survived by these children: Mrs. William Kieffer and Mrs. Hettie Rahn, both of near Fleetwood; John, Kutztown; David, Fleetwood, and Robert, Allentown, besides his widow, Catharine (nee Leibensperger), and these brothers: Nathan, John and William, Fleetwood, and Daniel, Reading. Funeral, Saturday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 2, 1917, p. 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Gertrude A. Schaeffer, 90, formerly of Mountain Road, Windsor Township, Berks County, died Thursday in Berks Heim, where she had resided since September 1990. Born in Cressona, she was a daughter of the late Gordon and Dorcas Keller Schaeffer. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. She was the last member of her immediate family. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday from Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg. Interment will be in St. Paul's Cemetery, Windsor Township.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, January 19, 1998. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Glenn LaVern, son of John Wm. Schaeffer and wife, Grace K. Balthaser, born June 25, 1932, Bernville, and baptized July 22, 1932, Strausstown by Rev. W. A. Dries. He died December 28, 1932 at the age of 6 months and 3 days and is survived by the parents, also by the grandparents on both the mother's and father's side. He was buried Dec. 30, 1932 with services in the home of Wm. Balthaser, Bernville, and burial in St. Michael's Church cemetery.
[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1933. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Hannah Schaeffer, widow of Geo. Schaeffer, died at her home in Fleetwood, aged 92 years, 6 months and 19 days. She was twice married, her first husband, Abraham Hoch, having died sixty years ago. Of this union two children survive William Hoch, of Maxatawny, and Israel Hoch, of Fleetwood. Four children by the second marriage survive. Deceased was an estimable lady, and a member of St. Paul's Reformed church of Fleetwood.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 1, 1893, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held for Harvey B. "Bud" Schaeffer, 84, of South Reading Avenue in Boyertown, who died November 25 in Pottstown Medical Center. He was the widower of T. Elizabeth (Garber) Schaeffer. Born in Pine Forge, Schaeffer worked as a machinist for the former Dana Corp. in Pottstown for 15 years, retiring in 1983. Schaeffer served in the Marine Corps during World War II. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Boyertown. Also a member of the Friendship Hook and Ladder Co. and the American Legion, both in Boyertown. Surviving are four sons, Dennis B. Schaeffer of Gig Harbor, Wash., Robert C. Schaeffer of Daytona Beach, Fla., Richard K. Schaeffer of Toms River, N.J., and Jeffrey T. Schaeffer of Douglassville; a daughter, Sandy J. Bauman of Boyertown; and seven grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church memorial fund, 45 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, December 5, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services and burial were private for Hattie M. Schaeffer, 63, of South Reading Avenue, Boyertown, who died November 4 in St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading. She was the wife of Richard C. Schaeffer. Born in Reading, she worked as a packer for David Crystal for 10 years before retiring in 1988. Before that, she worked for the former Schaeffer and Co. as a winder. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Jeffrey Schaeffer of Muhlenberg; a daughter, Debra Keen of Boyertown. Also a brother and a sister.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, November 14, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Fleetwood, Aug 27 - Israel Isaac Schaeffer died at the home of his son-in-law, David L. Schaeffer, on Route 2, from this borough, at the age of 89 years, 2 months and 20 days. There survive these children; Daniel, Pottstown; Adam, Allentown; Sarah. wife of David Rothermel, Kutztown; Enoch, Allentown; Carrie, wife of David Schaeffer, withwhom he resided; Irvin; Cetronia; also two step-daughters, Annie of Harvel, Ill., and Annie, wife of George Lorah, Kutztown.
Funeral Tuesday, Aug 30, at 1:30 p.m. from the home. Further services in Becker's (St. Peter's) Church, Rev. W. S. Dry officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery, in charge of Funeral Director George R Schaeffer.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 27, 1927, p. 2. Submitted by Michelle.]
Jacob Schaeffer, son of William Schaeffer and Mary Haag, born Nov. 16, 1853, in Jefferson Twp., Berks Co., was baptized Feb. 5, 1854, by Rev. Ulrich. He was confirmed May 21, 1871, Altalaha Lutheran Church, Rehrersburg, Pa., by Rev. F. P. Mayser, and was married to Alice McAllister, Feb. 15, 1876. He died on Monday, June 1, 1931, in the home of Oliver Bressler, N. Heidelberg Twp., Berks Co., at the age of 77 years, 6 months and 15 days, and is survived by three sons, three daughters, 12 grand and three great-grand-children, five brothers and two sisters. The funeral was held June 6, with services in the home and Christ, Little Tulpehocken, Church, and burial in old cemetery.
[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1932. Submitted by Kathy.]
James D. Schaeffer died of a complication of diseases on Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock at his home, at Fleetwood, aged 79 years, 4 months and 6 days. He was the son of George and Hannah (nee Donmoyer) Schaeffer. Deceased was a member of the Reformed church. He is survived by these children: Milton, Levi, Mrs. Howard Boyer and Mrs. Jerry B. Stahler, Fleetwood; Mrs. Edwin Adam, Reading; Mrs. William C. Biehl, South Allentown, and Frank B., Reading. Funeral Tuesday, January 19, at 1.30 p.m., at the house. Further services will be held in St. Paul's chapel. Interment will be made in the Fleetwood cemetery. Rev. E. H. Leinbach will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 15, 1915, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Joel Schaeffer, one of the oldest residents of Berks county, died at his home, near Bernville, Tuesday, aged 93 years. He became ill several days ago. Prior to that he was considered one of the best preserved men in Eastern Pennsylvania.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 26, 1906, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Funeral services were held for Mary E. Schaeffer, 83, formerly of Marshall Avenue, Stony Creek Mills, who died November 12 in the Tandet Center for Continuuing Care, Stamford, Conn. She was taken to the center from Brighton Gardens Assisted Living in Connecticut. Her husband, J. Donald Schaeffer, died in 1991. Born in Reiffton, she was employed for many years as a clerk by Berks Title Co. and American Bank, Reading office, until her retirement. Schaeffer was a graduate of Mount Penn High School. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church, Stony Creek Mills. Surviving is a son, John W., Ridgefield, Conn. Burial was in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Township. The arrangements were handled by the Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn.
[Source: Southern Berks News, November 20, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Mary Jane Schaeffer, wife of James Schaeffer, proprietor of the Kutztown-Allentown mail route, died of consumption on Monday of last week, aged 27 years, 11 months and 16 days. She was born in Longswamp township, near Mertztown, where she was raised and resided until they moved to Kutztown four years ago. Her mother, Eliza Fegley, died of the same ailment seven years ago. Mrs. Schaeffer, besides her husband, left two children, Howard James, aged 5, and Mamie, aged 4 years, also her father, Abraham Dierolf, of near Mertztown, and three brothers and two sisters C Henry Dierolf, of Pottstown; George and Daniel, of Pike township, Berks Co.; Elizabeth wife of Robert Eisenhart, of Longswamp, and Kate, a student in the deaf and dumb institution, Philadelphia.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 21, 1897, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Morgan G. Schaeffer, husband of Tama E. nee Wagner, and son of the late Moses and Elizabeth (Groff) Schaeffer; born March 13, 1858, Jefferson Twp., Berks Co.; was baptized May 22, 1858 by Rev. Jacob D. Zehring. He was confirmed in Christ, Little Tulpehocken Church, March 26, 1875 by Rev. D. D. Trexler, and was married to Tama E. Wagner Nov. 6, 1886 by Rev. A. Johnson Long. He died Sunday, Oct. 2, 1932, aged 74 years, 6 months and 20 days. He is survived by his wife, two sisters, 10 nieces and 7 nephews. He was buried Oct. 8, with services in the home at Bernville and Altalaha Lutheran Church, Rehrersburg, and burial in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1933. Submitted by Kathy.]
Fleetwood, Aug. 5 (Special). The funeral of Morris L. Schaeffer was held from his home near here and was largely attended by relatives, friends and neighbors. Short services were held at the house and continued in St. Paul's chapel, this place. Rev. J.B. Landis, of town, officiated. Interment was made on the family plot in Fleetwood cemetery. The arrangements were in charge of Funeral Director W.J. Christ, of town. Members of the Modern Woodmen of the World, No. 525, of Kutztown, attended the funeral in a body and conducted services at the grave. The following were the tributes:
Wreath with carnations, M.W.O.W., No. 525, Kutztown; spray asters, Cora, Austin Freemont and Henry; spray asters, Fleetwood Grange; gladiolus, Fleetwood Chamber of Commerce; casket spray gladiolus, father, brothers and sisters; gladiolus, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Rothermel; hand bouquet, Grandson Lee; asters and snapdragons, Son Charles; pillow of mixed flowers, widow; basket of gladiolus, Daughter Laura; basket of gladiolus, Howard Smith and children, Stella, Helen and Curtis; basket of gladiolus, sister-in-law and family; basket snapdragons and gladiolus, Mr. and Mrs. W.H.S. Lesher and family.
The bearers were Samuel Braucher, William Frederick, Alvin Quinther, Clarence Shollenberger, George Kohler and Daniel Merkel.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 5, 1929. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Among the local survivors of Richard B. Schaeffer, Reading, who died Nov. 15 in Pottstown Medical Center, is a daughter, Kathy L. (Schaeffer) Doerrman, Blandon.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. James Schaeffer, 82, died at 1:30 o'clock Saturday morning at her home on White Oak St., Kutztown. The former Rosie Wetzel Bortz, Mrs. Schaeffer was born in Longswamp, the daughter of Jonas and Thelma Bortz. She was a lifelong member of St. John's Reformed church, Kutztown, and was active in the Women's Missionary society and other church organizations. Surviving are her husband and the following children: Rev. David I. Schaeffer, Barnsboro; Mrs. George Weider, Kutztown; Mrs. William J. Hertz, Allentown; Mrs. Daniel Merkel, Fleetwood; Dr. William H. Schaeffer, Allentown; Mrs. C. J. Stickle, Kutztown; and George J. Schaeffer, Kutztown. Fifteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at St. John's Reformed church, Kutztown, preceded by private services for the family at the home. Interment will be in Hope cemetery, adjoining the church.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 11, 1943, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Samuel H. Schaeffer, 77, of 523 N. Howard St., Allentown, died Thursday morning in the Veteran's Hospital, Lebanon, Pennsylvania, where he had been a patient for the last four weeks. A native of Richmond Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Samuel O. and Lovinia E. (Hummel) Schaeffer and husband of the late Della (Nagel) Schaeffer. He had been retired the last eight years, after being employed for 27 years by the Lehigh Valley Transit Co. A member of the regular Army, he served with the Casual Detachment of the 7th Infantry Regiment. A member of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1923 Hanover Ave., he was also affiliated with the Constantine Lodge IOOF; Loyal Order of Moose, and the Trolleymen's Union, all of Allentown. He was also a member of George H. Schwartz Camp No. 2, United Spanish War Veterans. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. Andora M. Benfield, with whom he resided, and Mrs. Cora V. Riffert, Merchantville, N.J., and several nieces and nephews. Services will be on Saturday at 3 p.m. in the Trexler Funeral Home, 116 S. 8th St., Allentown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 26, 1955, page 34. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Tilghman Schaeffer died at her home at Farmington, Maxatawny township, Berks county. Death resulted from old age. She was 71 years old. Mrs. Schaeffer was a member of the Lutheran denomination and leaves her husband, three sons, Harvey and Jeremiah Schaeffer, Allentown, and Oscar Schaeffer, Farmington, and two daughters, Mrs. James Weaknecht, Topton, and Mrs. Moses Botts, Maxatawny.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 28, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Tilghman Schaeffer died at her home at Farmington, Maxatawny township, Berks county. She was 71 years old. Mrs. Schaeffer was a member of the Lutheran denomination, and leaves her husband, three sons, Harvey and Jeremiah Schaeffer, of Allentown, and Oscar Schaeffer, of Farmington, and two daughters, Mrs. James Weaknecht, Topton, and Mrs. Moses Botts, Maxatawny.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 30, 1901, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Walter H. Schaeffer, 63, of 219 Wild Cherry Road, Washington Township, died Wednesday at home. Born in Amity Township, Berks County, he was a son ofthe late Walter H. and Ethel Bachman Schaeffer. He was an Air Force veteran. He was employed as both a truck mechanic and driver for Dana Corp., Reading, for 30 years, retiring in 1994. He was a social member of the Monacacy Fire Department. Surviving are his wife, the former Nancy E. Kulp; a stepdaughter, Michelle Bush, Schuylkill Haven; a sister, June Wright, Douglassville; a brother, Harold, Douglassville; three half sisters, Nancy Dunning, Tucson Ariz., Mae Fox, Pottstown, and Connie Whitehead, Monacacy; a half brother, Donald, New Berlinsville; a granddaughter. Services will be held at noon Monday from Auman Funeral Home, Reading. Interment will follow at Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, May 10, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Wanda R. Schaeffer, 81, formerly of Blandon, died June 1 at 1:55 p.m. in Kutztown Manor Inc., where she had been a resident since Feb. 28, 2000. Born in Maidencreek Township, she was a daughter of the late Fremont and Katherine M. (Rothermel) Schaeffer. Schaeffer was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood. She was a Navy WAVES veteran of World War II. Schaeffer is survived by a nephew, Glen A., Ruscombmanor Township. Services will be Friday at noon in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Fleetwood Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 2, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
William E. Schaeffer died at his home at 219 Home St., Topton, after a lingering illness. He was 74 years old. Born in Richmond township, Berks county, Mr. Schaeffer was a son of the late Augustus and Amanda, nee Leibensperger, Schaeffer. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Maxatawny Zion church. Surviving are a brother, Thomas L. Schaeffer of Oley, and a sister, Mrs. Hannah Rothermel of Fleetwood. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Christ funeral home in Fleetwood with regular services at 2:15 p.m. in Maxatawny Zion church. Rev. Franklin Slifer and Rev. Luther Schlenger will officiate. Interment will be in the cemetery adjoining the church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 24, 1945, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]
William H. Schaeffer, a veteran of the Spanish-American War, died yesterday morning at his home, No. 1108 Catasauqua avenue, of a complication of diseases after several weeks' illness. He was 43 years, 8 months and 18 days of age and was born at Shartlesville, Berks county, the son of the late John and Mary Schaeffer. He learned carpentering in his youth. In the Spanish-American War, he was a member of Company M., Fourth Regiment, P.V., of Pottstown. He was mustered in July 6, 1898, and was mustered out with his company November 16, 1898. He participated in the Porto Rico campaign. His discharge papers give him an honest and faithful record. Following his discharge he came to Allentown and for a time was in railroad service. He lost a foot in an accident and for the last few years was an elevator attendant. There survive his wife, Fannie, nee Grover, three children, Howard M., Anna May, Margaret J.; two step-children, Helen and Margaret J., and a brother, Calvin Schaeffer. The funeral will be held on Friday at 3 p.m. with services at his home. Interment will be made in Greenwood cemetery. Deceased was a member of the Camp George W. Schwartz No. 2, United Spanish War Veterans.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 26, 1918, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Abraham Schafer died at twenty minutes to 11 o'clock yesterday morning at the home of her son-in-law, William Killian, No. 122 South Fifth street. Mrs. Schafer had been complaining for over a week. A week ago on Friday, Mr. and Mrs. Schafer closed up their home at No. 229 Water street and went to visit their daughter, Mrs. William Killian. Mrs. Schafer immediately became very sick and was compelled to take to bed. Pleurisy and pneumonia developed, to which she succumbed yesterday. Deceased was 66 years, 4 months and 10 days of age. She was born in North Whitehall township. The following brothers and sisters survive: Harry Roth, of Longswamp; Samuel Roth, of Allentown; Henry Roth, of Mertztown; Emma Roth, of Topton; Mrs. Henry Kramer and Mrs. Aaron Titlow, of Allentown. Deceased was mother of thirteen children, six of whom survive with her husband: Mrs. Daniel Herbwine, East Greenville; Mrs. Milton Snyder, Alburtis; Mrs. Edward Schlechter, Mrs. William Killian, Morris Schafer, of this city, and Theopholis Schafer, of Phillipsburg. A number of grand children also survive. The funeral will be held on Wednesday. Short services will be conducted at 11 a.m. at the home of her son-in-law, William Killian, by Rev. D. A. Medlar. The remains will be taken to Shamrock, where regular services will be held in Salem's United Evangelical Church. Burial in cemetery adjoining.
Death notice: Given name is Elizabeth
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 18, 1898, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Caroline, widow of Joseph Schaffer, died at her home, Reading, Tuesday evening, from general debility. She was 96 years old last Friday. Deceased was born in Lehigh county and went to Reading six years ago. She was a member of Lobachsville Lutheran Church. One daughter, Mrs. Matilda Yoder, of Reading, survives. The late Captain A. H. Schaffer was a son of the deceased.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 4, 1902, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Died. On the 22nd ult., in Fleetwood, Caroline, wife of Lewis Schaffer, aged 41 years, 11 months and 7 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 9, 1881, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jacob Schaffer, one of the best known and most popular leaders of the democracy in his section, died at his home at Host, Berks county, on Sunday evening last. He was postmaster at Host from the time the office was established. He served as prison inspector some years ago, and many times he was a delegate to county and State conventions, and attended a number of National conventions of his party. Mr. Schaffer was born in New Holland, Lancaster county, January 23, 1831, and was 67 years of age at the time of his death. He resided in Berks county since he was 13 years of age. He was a cousin of our townsman, Mr. John H. Hull, having been one of the sons of Mr. H's father's only sister. Mr. Hull's father, John, after whom he was named was also born in New Holland, in which village, now borough, he (John H.) spent his boyhood days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, December 14, 1898, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
One of the oldest resident of Weisenberg township and one of the few nonagenarians of the county, passed away Tuesday night at 11.15 o'clock when Mrs. Lovina A. Schaffer, widow of Henry Schaffer, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. James Sechler, at Seipstown. She observed her ninety-first birthday anniversary just twenty-six days prior to her death. Despite her advanced years, Mrs. Schaffer was in good health and well preserved physically until Sunday night when she was taken ill with indigestion. A weakened heart condition developed and hastened her death. Mrs. Schaffer was a native of Berks county and a daughter of the late William and Judith Folk Adams. For many years she resided at Maxatawny, but lately resided with her daughter at Seipstown. She was the last of a family of eight children and was preceded in death by her husband fifty-four years ago. Surviving her are fifty-eight offspring including seven children, George W. Schaeffer, of Mineral Ridge, O.; Mrs. James Sechler, of Seipstown; James N. Schaffer, of Stony Creek; Mrs. Mary A. Bear, of Bethlehem; Henry A. Schaffer, of Columbianna, O.; Mrs. Christy Forney, of Orrvill, O., and Mrs. John P. Stoudt, of Huntingdon; twenty-five grandchildren and twenty-six great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Maxatawny Zion church. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon with brief services at her late home, the residence of her daughter, Mrs. James Sechler, Seipstown, at 1.30 o'clock with continued services in the Maxatawny Zion church, Rev. George Smith officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 24, 1932, pages 5 and 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mildred J. Schaffer, 87, formerly of Reading, died July 22 at 11 a.m. in the Berks Heim Annex, where she had resided since 1998. Her husband, David C. Schaffer, died June 13, 1998. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Mary (Snyder) Noll. Schaffer was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, Reading. She is survived by two daughters, Carol A. (Schaffer) Kline, Cumru Township, and Beverly J. (Schaffer) Texter, Sinking Spring. Other survivors include a sister, Elizabeth (Noll) Freeman, Shillington, and two brothers, James Noll, Kenhorst, and Forest Noll, Reading. There are also four grandchildren and one great-grandson. She was predeceased by a stepson, Richard A. Kramer, in 1946. Services will be private. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Lebanon County. Whelan Schwartz Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 24, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Oscar L. Schaffer, a native of Longswamp who moved to Philadelphia in 1883, and who was a retired cigarmaker, died Monday in the Philadelphia General hospital in his 80th year. He was a son of the late Henry and Elizabeth Schaffer. His wife, Elizabeth, nee Weikel, preceded him in death. He was of the Lutheran faith. Besides a son, Llewellyn, Hazleton; and a grandson, Forrest, he is survived by three brothers, Erwin and James Schaffer, both of Allentown, and William Schaffer, Philadelphia; two sisters, Mrs. Cora Weiler and Mrs. Ella Ott, both of Allentown. Rev. George A. Greiss will officiate at funeral services to be held from the Wonderly funeral home, 1119 Hamilton St., on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment will be made in Fairview cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 29, 1943, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Paul L. Schaffer, 81, of Richlandtown, died May 29, 2003 in St. Lukes Quakertown Hospital. He was the husband of the late Ella Mae (Frick) Schaffer. Born in Richlandtown, he was the son of the late Raymond W. and Pearl (Fosbenner) Schaffer. He was a pants presser for the former Royal Pants in Perkasie before retiring. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Pleasant Valley where he was a former choir member. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during WWII. He is survived by one sister, Mamie Moyer of Quakertown; one niece; three nephews and one great-nephew. Services were private. Memorial contributions can be made to the church. Arrangements: C. R.Strunk Funeral Home Inc., 821 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951.
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, June 5, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Schaffer, Victor E., son of the late Daniel and Fernica (Lanker) Schaffer, was born in Millersburg, Pa., on October 14, 1882, and was called away suddenly and unexpectedly from his home in Fullerton, Pa., early Saturday morning, December 19, 1953, at the age of 71 years, 2 months and 5 days. This was the second death in that home within one week's time. For 18 of the 20 years he lived in Fullerton he operated a baker route. He was a member of Seibert Evangelical Congregational Church in Allentown and of the Willing Workers Bible Class of the Sunday School. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Elsie (Kleppinger) Shaffer [sic]; one son--Elvin Schaffer, of Wescoesville; one daughter--Isabel, wife of Matthew Givler, Allentown; 4 grandchildren; one sister--Mrs. Philip Brown, of Wyomissing, Pa., and one brother--Isaac Schaffer, of Elizabethville, Pa. The funeral service was conducted by his pastor, the undersigned, from the Burkholder Funeral Home in Allentown on Tuesday, December 22nd. The body was laid to rest in Hillside Cemetery in Fullerton. __Rev. J. R. Weaver
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXX, no. 2, January 12, 1954, p. 12. Submitted by: Lynn.]
David H. Schall, a retired farmer of Forgedale, Berks county, died of pneumonia on Monday morning after a brief illness. He was about 82 years of age. Mr. Schall was a member of the Reformed wing of Huff's church. His wife, Mary (Fogel) Schall, passed away about three years ago. There survive one son, Horace, at home; two grandchildren in Nebraska, and several brothers and sisters. The funeral will be held from his late home at Forgedale on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock, with interment in the Schwenkfelder cemetery near Bally.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 16, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
George Schall died at his residence at Dale, Berks County, last Friday afternoon, aged 65 years, 6 months and 6 days. He was the oldest son of Judge David Schall of Dale, and was born April 13, 1831. He was Prison Wardon of Montgomery County for eleven years and was a well known farmer. He was married to Miss Mary Trexler, a cousin of Col. William Trexler, of Longswamp, who with one daughter, Kate, survives. Mr. Schall had been ill about four years with dropsy and was confined to the house the past year. These brothers and sisters survive: David of Philadelphia, Allen of Dale, William of Barto, and John of Norristown; Hannah, Kabiah and Mary of Philadelphia. Interment in Bally tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 22, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]
On Tuesday there arrived with the 11.15 east train from Philadelphia the body of Miss Hannah V. Schall who died in the city last Thursday, after a sickness of ten days from pleurisy. The funeral services were held in Philadelphia on Monday, at her late residence at 1812 Fairmount avenue. Dr. Zartman officiated. Miss Schall was about sixty-one years old. She formerly resided at Dale, Berks county, and moved to Philadelphia five years ago. Miss Schall was a sister of the late Mrs. Wm. Trexler, of Longswamp, and who is buried on the latter's plot on the cemetery connected with St. Matthew's church here. The following brothers and sisters survive the deceased: Capt. William A. Schall, of Barto; Alfred Schall, of Philadelphia, and Brigadier General John W. Schall, of Norristown, and Misses Mary and Emeline Schall, of Philadelphia. Quite a number of carriages had been secured here to take the attendants from the depot to the cemetery and back. The casket was a costly, cloth-covered affair. Fine floral tributes accompanied the remains. Rev. Dr. Keller, of Zionsville, assisted Dr. Zartman, of Philadelphia, in a short service at the grave. Squire O. J. Knauss, Eli A. Andreas, John Dotterer and Wm. Wimmer acted as pallbearers here. The relatives took dinner at the Keystone House and left with the 12.45 train. Deceased was a member of an old and prominent family and left numerous friends to mourn her demise.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 11, 1897, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mary, widow of the long-deceased George Schall, died at Topton, of complications after an illness of four months, aged 80 years. Mrs. Schall was a native of Longswamp township, a daughter of Nathan and Phoebe Hirst Trexler, both deceased, and was the last of her family. A daughter, Katherine, survives.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 22, 1917, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
The infant child of Jacob Schanely, of Gilbertsville, died of inflammation of the brain, aged 6 months, and was buried at the Bethesda Meeting house, near Clayton.
[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 28, 1899.]
Benjamin Schankweiler died Thursday, April 27, at 2 p.m., at the home of his son Frank, tenant on the Hinterleiter farm, at Hinterleiters Crossing, aged 78 years, 9 months and 7 days. Death was caused by gangrene and apoplexy, after being bedfast 10 weeks. Deceased was survived by a brother, Jonas, of Wellsville, Mo.; his wife (nee Sarah Geist), and the following children: Frank and Charles, of Hinterleiters Crossing; Benjamin, of Hazleton; James, of Huffs Church; Alvin, of Gilbertsville, and Ella, wife of Elam Oberholtzer, Hereford. Funeral Wednesday, May 3, at 9.30 a.m. Services and interment at Longswamp Church, Rev. W. F. Bond, of Shamrock, officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 1, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jacob J. Schankweiler, retired Kutztown hotelman, former Topton merchant, and at one time an extensive farmer in that vicinity, died in the Allentown hospital at 1.40 Tuesday morning from a complication of ailments, aged 57 years, 11 months and 2 days. He was a patient at the hospital for the past five days. During the last ten years, Mr. Schankweiler was in failing health. He was a son of the late Nathan and Rebecca, nee Weidner, Schankweiler, and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. For many years he followed farming near Topton and later conducted a general store at that place. Twelve years ago he moved to Kutztown, where he conducted the Black Horse hotel for eight years, retiring four years ago due to his health. Mr. Schankweiler held membership in the Lutheran wing of St. John's church, Kutztown, and was affiliated with the K. G. E., F. O. E., and Benevolent Order of Egyptians, all of Kutztown, and Camp No. 172, P. O. S. of A., at Topton. He is survived by his widow, Sallie, nee Appel, Schankweiler; two sons, Nathan and Paul, and one daughter, Hilda, all at home. Two sisters, Mrs. William Rohrbach, of Topton; Mrs. Jacob Carl, of Trenton, N.J., and a step-sister, Mrs. William Walbert, of Mertztown R. 3., and two grandchildren also remain. Funeral services will be held at his late home, 135 Noble street, Kutztown, on Saturday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with continued services in St. John's Union church, Kutztown. Revs. J. W. Bittner and M. H. Brensinger will officiate. Interment will be made in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 22, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mary, widow of Hiram Schankweiler (nee Sterner), died at her home at Topton on Monday of dropsy, after an illness of seven weeks, at her home on High street, aged 62 years, 4 months and 16 days. Her husband died May 9, 1909. Deceased leaves an adopted daughter, Naomi, wife of Alvin L. Wean, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Isaac Moyer and Mrs. Charles Kercher, of Reading; Amandas, of Allentown; Mrs. William Keiser, of Coplay, and Henry, of Old Zionsville.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 21, 1910, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Hiram S. Schantz, 2029 Reading Ave., West Lawn, died at 4 a.m. yesterday at the home of his sister and brother, Mary and Wayne Schantz, 831 Chestnut St., Emmaus. The 71-year-old man was visiting his relatives since Saturday. He was born in Hereford township, Berks county, a son of the late Henry and Lydia (Stauffer) Schantz. His wife, the former Mary J. Johnston, died four weeks ago. He lived in the Reading area the last 30 years and was a retired meat inspector at the government abattoir there. Surviving are a sister and three brothers, Mary and Wayne, both of Emmaus; Samuel, Old Zionsville, and Readen, Zionsville.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 13, 1951, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]
Readen S. Schantz, 65, Zionsville businessman, died of a heart attack yesterday at his home. Born near Hereford, Berks County, he was a son of the late Henry L. and Lydia (Stauffer) Schantz. He was a member and treasurer of Zions Lutheran Church, Old Zionsville, and a member of the Western District Fire Co., Old Zionsville. He was well-known as the owner of the Zionsville Coal and Feed Co. Surviving with his wife, Mrs. Tillie M. (Kuhns) Schantz, are a brother, Wayne S., and a sister, Mary S., both of Zionsville. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Zions Lutheran Church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 14, 1956, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]
Simon S. Schantz, a well know farmer of Dillingersville, died at his home, aged 28 years. He was a son of Henry L. Schantz, of Hereford township. He married Miss Ida C. Fox in 1910. Deceased is survived by his widow, daughter, Esther, his father and four brothers and sisters: Samuel, Dillingersville; Wayne and Hiram, Reading, and Misses Matilda and Mary, at home. Funeral services were held at Huff's Church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 5, 1912, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Susan, wife of Jacob T. Schantz, of Chapman's Station, died last evening of uraemic poisoning, aged 67 years, 1 month and 6 days. She was a daughter of the late Samuel and Eliza Lichtenwalner, and was born in Long swamp Township. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, of Fogelsville. There survive one step daughter, Mrs. Maggie Stettler, of Allentown; one grandson, Harold Stettler, of Allentown; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Gernert, of Lebanon, and Mrs. Israel Stettler, of Trexlertown, and one brother, L. S. Lichtenwalner, of Chapman's Station. The funeral arrangements have not yet been made.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 5, 1917, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Wayne S. Schantz, 84, a former resident of Emmaus, died Saturday in his home at 138 S. Franklin St., Boyertown. He had been ill the past few months and was bedfast one week. Schantz, born in Hereford Township, was a farmer there for many years. He moved to Emmaus after retiring 18 years ago. For the past year, he was a resident of Boyertown. He was a son of the late Henry and Lydia (Stauffer) Schantz and was a member of the Upper Milford Mennonite Church, Zionsville. Surviving are a sister, Miss Mary Schantz, Boyertown, and several nieces and nephews. Eight brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Upper Milford Mennonite Church, with viewing Monday evening from 7 to 8:30 in the Horace W. Schantz Funeral home, 3rd and Main Sts., Emmaus.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, May 3, 1959, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]
Following a brief illness, Annie, wife of Jonathan Schantzenbach, died Wednesday morning at 6:20 o'clock at the Allentown Hospital where she had been removed for treatment, aged 25 years, 4 months and 10 days. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Amos Strausser, of Temple, and was born in Longswamp, September 12, 1887. Besides her parents, she is survived by her husband, two sons, Leona and Harley, the latter an infant one month old, and these brothers and sisters: Miss Irene Strausser and Mrs. Jennie Althouse, of Temple; Mrs. Lizzie Tauman, of Shippensburg; William, Robert, Raymond and Edgar Strausser, of Temple. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Temple.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 23, 1913, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mary E., nee Lesher, wife of Preston Schantzenbach, died suddenly Saturday night at 10 o'clock at her home, 748 Chestnut street, Emaus, of fatty degeneration of the heart, aged 49 years, 10 months and 1 day. Mrs. Schantzenbach was a daughter of Isaac and the late Catherine, nee Mensh, Lesher and was born in Hereford township, Berks county. She is survived by her husband, aged father and these children, henry, Jonathan, Verna and Katie, at home; William and Marvey, this city, and Warren, Philadelphia. Four grandchildren and these sisters and brothers also survive, Isaac and James, Palm; Mrs. L. Miller, Fruitville; Mrs. L. Albitz, East Greenville; Mrs. John Weiss, Niantic; Mrs. Farry Fluck, Cetronia, and Evan, A.E.F., France. The funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock from her late home in Emaus. Services will be conducted at the house by Rev. D. C. Kaufman. Interment will be made in the Moravian cemetery, Emaus.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 27, 1919, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schappel - In Perry, on August 30th, Hettie A., twin daughter of P. Sassaman and Sarah (Dreibelbis) Schappel, aged 5 months and 9 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 20, 1879. Submitted by Kathy.]
In Perry, on the 20th November, Peter Schappel, of old age, aged 88 years, 7 months and 1 day.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, December 4, 1858. Submitted by Kathy.]
A. Larry "Skip" Schappell Sr., 59, of 45 N. Canal St., Leesport, died Monday at his home. Born in West Reading, he was a son of the late Calvin D. and Irene S. Welk Schappell. He was employed for 23 years as a laborer by the former Prestolite Battery, Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, and was last employed eight years by the former Quaker Maid Kitchens, Ontelaunee Township, last working in 1994. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Julia A. Schappell. Surviving are his wife, the former Hazel M.B. Rothermel; two sons, A. Larry Jr. and Heath A., both of Leesport; two daughters, Brenda S. Reber, Blandon, and Candy L. Krumanocker, Leesport; a sister, June R. Hill, Hamburg; three brothers, Hayden C., Rowland E. and Mylan L., all of Hamburg; a granddaughter; three stepgranddaughters; three step-great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, March 24, 1998. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Angeline M. A. (Rothermel), widow of Samuel A. Schappell, 76, died on Monday at the home of her son Elmer L. Schappell, Hamburg R.D. 2. She was the daughter of Jacob and Catharine (Smith) Rothermel. Surviving are the following children: Elmer L., Hamburg R. D. 2; William S, Thomas J. and Floyd S. Schappell, all of Hamburg R. D. 1; hettie, wife of Roland Yellis, of Hamburg; Carrie, wife of Irvin Yeager, of Mohrsville R.D. 1; Laura, wife of George Hieter of Wescosville; Lizzie, wife of Mahlon Schappell, of Shoemakersville R.D. 1; also 18 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Funeral Friday at 1:30 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 17, 1942, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Christopher Lee Schappell, 2 months, son of Ronald L. and Linda L. (Haring) Schappell, Kutztown R. 3, died yesterday afternoon in Children's Hospital, Philadelphia. Surviving are the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Haring, Lyons Station; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John L. Schappell, Kutztown; maternal great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Sanders and Mrs. Ellen Haring, all of Lyons Station; and a paternal great grandmother, Mrs. Minnie Bailey, Kutztown. Services will be at the convenience of the family in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Lyons Station.
[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, May 9, 1967, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
Colleen A. Schappell, 41, of Chestnut Street, Cressona, died Sunday afternoon at home. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of Richard A. Schappell, Windsor Township, Berks County, and the late Marilyn E. Mantz Schappell. Surviving, in addition to her father, are a brother, Dean R. Schappell, Windsor Township; a sister, Kathleen E. Harbach, Wyomissing; a companion, Steve Moyer, with whom she resided. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, December 23, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Services were held in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Edna E. Schappell, who died Dec. 14 in her College Blvd., Kutztown residence. She was predeceased by her husband, Wirt C. Schappell, who died in 1982. Born in Albany Township, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Hofman) Reber. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. Surviving are a daughter, Joyce M. (Kauffman) Germann, Wyomissing; two granddaughters; and four great-grandsons.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, December 18, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Ernest E. Schappell, 87, Walnut Street, Hamburg, who died Dec. 3 in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where he had resided since May 1. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. He was the husband of E. Idella (Long) Schappell. Born in Hamburg, he was a son of the late William and Katie (Auber) Schappell. Until retiring in 1980, he was employed by the Hamburg Broom Works for 49 years. Surviving are a daughter, Marian (Schappell) Yeakley, Windsor Township; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. There is also a sister, Catherine (Schappell) Hendricks, Mohrsville.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, December 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
An infant daughter of Milton and Gertrude (Barto) Schappell, of Topton, died on Sunday afternoon at the age of two days. The funeral will be held privately on Monday afternoon in the Topton cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 13, 1925, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
J. Morris Schappell, 84, of S. Home Ave., Topton, died yesterday afternoon en route to the Reading Hospital after suffering a stroke. Born in Perry Township, he was the son of the late Jacob and Sophia (Smith) Schappell. He was a graduate of Keystone State Normal School, Kutztown, after which he taught school in Perry Township for 10 years. In 1910 he built and started the present J. M. Schappell and Sons hardware store in Topton. Prior to that he operated a general store in Windsor Castle for 13 years. A former burgess and councilman of Topton Borough, he was a member of St. Peters Reformed Church, a consistory member and treasurer of the church and taught in the Sunday School for more than 50 years. Surviving are his wife, Sallie (Groh) Schappell, two sons, J. Milton and John N., both of Topton, and two grandchildren. He was the last of his immediate family.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, September 6, 1953, page 40. Submitted by Jerri.]
Llewellyn L. Schappell, for many years a resident of Topton, died on Saturday night at the Allentown hospital, aged 72 years, 10 months and 1 day. He is well known in the vicinity of his home where for many years he worked as a painter. Mr. Schappell was a faithful member of the Lutheran wing of St. Paul's church, Mertztown, and is survived by his widow, Leanda, nee Heist, and a sister, Mrs. Alvin Fegely, of Mertztown. Funeral services will be held from his late residence on Thursday at 1.30 p.m., to be followed by further services in St. Paul's church, Mertztown, and interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. W. S. Dry officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 16, 1925, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Lucinda F. Schappell, widow of Lazarus Schappell, aged 75 years, 12 days, passed away at her residence near Weiss street, Topton, on Thursday morning. Death was due to complications. She was the daughter of the late Simon and wife Judith (Fenstermacher) Roth. Her husband preceded her in death 17 years. There survive one sister, Mrs. Emma Zettlemoyer, Topton; one brother, Jacob, Lenhartsville. The funeral will be held from her late residence on Monday, May 30, at 1:30 p.m., daylight time. Further services in St. Pauls church, Mertztown. Interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. William S. Dry officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 28, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Nieda S. Schappell, wife of Herbert G. C. Schappell, died Sunday night at her Fleetwood R. 3 home. She was 69. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Herman and Amanda (Angstadt) Ruppert. She was a member of the Faith Bible Fellowship Church, Fleetwood. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Grace F., wife of John L. Adams, of Fleetwood; a son, Earl H., of Topton; 8 grandchildren and a great-granddaughter; two sisters, Gertie, wife of Clarence Reppert, and Mrs. Jennie Geisinger, both of Mertztown R.D., and a brother, Horace Ruppert of Reading. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Fritz & Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown. Viewing will be from 7-8 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, October 10, 1961, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Memorial services were held in the Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home, Mohnton, for Roy D. "Ebby" Schappell, 73, Old Route 22, Upper Tulpehocken Township, who died Jan. 13 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Dec. 30. Burial was in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. He was the husband of Faye G. (Moyer) Schappell. Born in Perry Township, he was a son of the late Milton and Mamie (Fegley) Schappell. Until retiring in 1985, he was employed as a press operater by Parish Structural Products Division of Dana Corp. for 37 years. Also surviving are two sons, Donald G. Schappell, Reinholds, and Larry Schappell, Upper Tulpehocken Township; and two stepsons, Ronald Hunsberger, Reading, and Robert Hunsberger, Brecknock Township. There are also four grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, January 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Blood poisoning brought death at 6.40 a.m. yesterday to Sara Suzanne, daughter of J. Milton Schappell and Gertrude, nee Barto, of Topton. The child, 5 years, 11 months and 19 days old, passed away in the Allentown hospital. A member of St. Peter's Reformed church Sunday school, Topton, she is survived by her parents, the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Schappell, Topton, and the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Barto, Lyons. Strictly private funeral services will be held from the home of the parents, Smith street, Topton, Thursday at 2 p.m., Rev. George B. Smith, D.D., officiating. Interment in the Topton cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 12, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schappell - In Perry, April 29th, Sevine Andora, daughter of Jesse and Elizabeth Schappell, aged 1 year and 11 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 13, 1871. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schappell - In Perry, January 14th, Solomon Schappell, aged 47 years and 6 months.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 27, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Wilkes Schappell, aged about 55 years, formerly of Topton, died at her residence in Indianapolis. She was the daughter of the late Frank and Elizabeth (Reikleman) Fenstermacher. She is survived by her husband, a number of children, brothers, Reuben, Topton; Charles, Kutztown; Manoah, Allentown; sisters, Mrs. Robert Zeigler, Kutztown; Laura, Fogelsville, at present confined in Allentown hospital; Mrs. Harvey Seigfried, Allentown; Mrs. Annie Eberly. Funeral services were held at her home in Indianapolis.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 22, 1927, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]
E. Jane Scharadin, 83, formerly of 1801 Cambridge Ave., Wyomissing, died Saturday evening in Phoebe Berks Health Care Center, Wernersville, where she lived since June 10. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late James N. and Edith C. Fisher Scheible. She was a 1938 graduate of Albright College, Reading, and received a master's degree from Penn State University, University Park. She was employed for 33 years as a teacher for Henry T. Conrad School, Hatboro, retiring in 1974. She was a member of Calvary Reformed Church, Reading. Surviving are her husband, Paul C.; a son, Dennis P., Auburn, an outdoors columnist for The REPUBLICAN & Herald; a daughter, Marcia H. Scharadin, Hamburg; three grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday from Cramp Funeral Home Inc., Reading. Entombment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Laureldale.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, November 2, 1999. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Paul C. Scharadin, 88, a resident of Phoebe Health Care Center, Wernersville, formerly of Hamburg and Reading, died Thursday at Reading Hospital & Medical Center, West Reading, where he had been a patient since Feb. 15. Born in Orwigsburg, Aug. 16, 1914, he was a son of the late Lucian H. and Sa rah R. Graeff Schara din. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, serving as a quartermaster third class. He was employed at Penn Electric Steel Foundry, Hamburg, retiring in 1975. Previously, he worked for Good's Contracting as a road and bridge builder. He was a member of Calvary Reformed United Church of Christ, Reading, a life member of Liberty Fire Company Relief Association, Sinking Spring, former Cubmaster of Cub Scout Pack 120, Hamburg, Hamburg Fire Company No. 1, Vaux Lodge 406 Free & Accepted Masons, Hamburg, Reading Consistory, Rajah Temple and Rajah Shrine Legion of Honor. He was preceded in death by his first wife, the former Thelma M. Kauffman, on Sept. 21, 1968; his second wife, the former E. Jane Scheible, on Oct. 30, 1999; a daughter, Diane Scharadin, in 1945. Surviving are a daughter, Marcia H. Scharadin, Tilden Township, Berks County; a son, Dennis P. Scharadin, Auburn; a brother, Charles Scharadin, Penney Farms, Fla.; three grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday from Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg. The Rev. Dr. Stephen Ohnsman will officiate. Entombment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Laureldale.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, March 1, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Stella Ellberta (nee Emerich), wife of William A. Scharf and daughter of Jno. W. Emerich and wife, Lizzie (nee Spangler), was born April 2, 1901, in Penn Twp., Berks Co., and was baptized June 16, 1901, by Rev. Eli E. Hiester. She was confirmed in Zion Church, Strausstown, in the Fall of 1915, by Rev. I. W. Klick. On November 30, 1918, she was united in marriage to William A. Scharf by Rev. I. W. Klick. She departed this life on Easter Sunday, April 5, in the Reading Hospital, at the age of 30 years and 3 days. She is survived y her husband, one son, her parents, one brother, two nieces and one nephew. The funeral was held April 9, with services in their home and Zion Church, Strausstown, where burial also took place.
[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1932. Submitted by Kathy.]
Scharff - In Stouchsburg, March 16th, Catharine Scharff, widow of George Scharff, and daughter of Christian and Catharine Walborn, aged 77 years, 5 months and 24 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 6, 1872. Submitted by Kathy.]
Scharff -- In Upper Tulpehocken, February 7th, Elizabeth, widow of the late John Scharff, aged 60 years.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 13, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Mrs. Mae L. Schauer, 51, of 210 W. Franklin St., Topton, died Tuesday in Allentown Hospital. She was the wife of George J. Schauer. Born in Topton, a daughter of Mamie A. (Latschaw) Weil of Topton and the late Richard D. Weil, she was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Topton. Mrs. Schauer was a Republican committeewoman for Topton. Surviving with her husband and mother are three daughters, Barbara, wife of Larry Kratz of Telford, and Diane, wife of Neil Behm, and Sheila, wife of Leonard DeLong, both of Topton; a son Mike at home; a stepson Maxie of Topton; a sister Jean, wife of Carl Acker of Mertztown R. 1; and two brothers, Raymond and George Weil, both of Topton, and six grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. There will be a calling period 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 23, 1977, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]
Catharine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Schaufert, died of brain fever, aged 4 years, at the residence of the parents, 11th and Buttonwood.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, September 5, 1900. Submitted by: Nancy.]
In this city, on the 4th inst., Catharine E., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Schaufert, aged 3 years, 5 months and 1 day. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the parents' residence, 1059 Buttonwood street, on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the house. Services at St. John's German Lutheran Chapel. Interment at German Lutheran Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, September 6, 1900. Submitted by: Nancy.]
In this city, on the 17th, Ella A. Schauffert, aged 28 years, 11 months and 30 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of her mother, Mrs. Eleanora Gabel, 2405 Penn Ave., West Lawn, on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m.. Services at the house. Interment in Hinnershitz cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, May 20, 1929. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Schaum - On Dec. 9th, in Upper Tulpehoccen township, Christopher Schaum, son of Christian Schaum, aged 78 years, 10 months and 21 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, December 23, 1871. Submitted by Kathy.]
Estella K. Deisher Schaumburg, 96, formerly of Robesonia, died June 29 at 3:04 p.m. in the Berks Heim Annex, Bern Township, where she had resided four years. She was predeceased by her first husband, Clarence A. Deisher, on Jan. 18, 1969, and by her second husband, Paul J. Schaumburg, on Sept. 9, 1988. Born in Alsace Township, she was a daughter of the late Frederic J. and Annie (Delp) Rothenberger. Schaumburg was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Hyde Park. She was a life member of the ladies auxiliary of the Temple Fire Company. Surviving are a daughter, Geraldine E. (Deisher) Teitsworth, Reading; and a stepdaughter, Ruth (Schaumburg) Weber, Sinking Spring. Other survivors include two grandsons, three stepgrandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 1, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs Elizabeth (Gross) Schaup, widow of John Schaup died at her home on Main St Wednesday morning aged 70 yrs, 3 months, and 3 days. Mrs Schaup had been in poor health for eight months since the death of Mr Schaup, following injuries received in a fire. She sustained several strokes of paralysis since then, the fourth occurring Saturday evening and at this time she was taken with a severe case of pneumonia.
The deceased was born in Berks Co, Penn, and at an early age imigrated with her parents, Mr and Mrs David Gross of Tiffin. She was married to John Schaup in 1865. Of this union four children survive, Charles Schaup, of Harrisburg, Pa, Mrs Edna Cramer and Mrs Hattie Bretz of near the city and Miss Jennie, who resides at home. Funeral Saturday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock at the late home, Rev. J.S. Freeman officiating; interment in Greenlawn.
[Source: Seneca (Ohio) Advertiser, January 12, 1911. Submitted by: Submitted by Judy.]
Maria, widow of Daniel Schaup, died Wednesday morning at 3 o'clock at her home on the mountain road near Macungie. She was sick only since last Thursday, from pneumonia, and was in her 73rd year. She was a daughter of the late John Jones and his wife, a born Boger. She was born and raised in Longswamp township, Berks county. Her husband preceded her in death 24 years ago. They resided at and near her late home most of her married life. Two sons also preceded the mother and these children survive: Harvey and Alonzo, of Tiffin, O.; Morris, Robert, George and Agnes, of Macungie; Mary, of Ocean Grove, N.J.; David, residence unknown. There sisters also survive, being Miss Elvina Jones, of Trexlertown; Mrs. Eliza Oyster, of Reading, and Mrs. Henry Carl, of Lancaster. The funeral will be held next Monday forenoon. Services will begin at her late home at 9.30 o'clock and will be further conducted by Rev. Simon Sipple in Solomon's Reformed Church, of which deceased was a member. Interment will be made on the cemetery connected.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 1, 1907, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]
Maria, widow of Daniel Schaup, died yesterday morning at 3 o'clock, at her home, on the mountain road, near Macungie. She was sick only since last Thursday, from pneumonia, and brought her age into her 73d year. She was a daughter of the late John Jones and his wife, a born Boger. She was born and raised in Longswamp township, Berks county. Her husband preceded her in death twenty-four years. They resided at and near her late home most of her married life. Two sons also preceded the mother and these children survive: Harvey and Alonzo, of Tiffin, O.; Morris, Robert, George and Agnes, of this place; Mary, of Ocean Grove, N.J.; David, residence unknown. Three sisters also survive, being Miss Elvina Jones, of Trexlertown, Mrs. Eliza Oyster, of Reading, and Mrs. Henry Carl, of Lancaster. Mrs. Schaup was a good woman, a kind mother and friend and held the esteem of all who knew her. The funeral will be held next Monday forenoon. Services will begin at her late home at 9.30 o'clock and will be further conducted by Rev. Simon Sipple in Solomon's Reformed church, of which deceased was a member. Interment will be made on the cemetery connected.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, October 31, 1907, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Morris S. Schaup, 81, 24 E. Main St., Macungie, died Friday at 11:55 p.m. in the Allentown hospital. In failing health for the past three weeks, he was admitted to the hospital July 29. Born in Longswamp township, he was a son of the late Daniel and Maria E. (Jones) Schaup. For many years he had been an employe of the Macungie Shoe factory, retiring 15 years ago. A member of Solomon's Reformed church, Macungie, he was affiliated with the following fraternal organizations of Macungie: Friendly Lodge No. 83; IOOF Encampment No. 123 and the Old Men's club. His wife, the former Emma Boettger, died 15 years ago. Surviving are a daughter, Millie, at home; a brother George Schaup, Macungie, and two sisters, Agnes Schaup, Macungie, and Mary Schaup, Wyomissing, Reading.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, August 15, 1948, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Robert E. Schaup, retired molder, died Saturday evening at his home, 440 S. 5th St., Emmaus. He was 76. He was born Sept. 1, 1877, in Longswamp Township, a son of the late Charles and Louisa (Trump) Schaup. Surviving are his wife, Mabel (Sterner) Schaup; three sons, Dewey, Reading; Charles, Emmaus; Kerwin, Allentown; five daughters, Audrey, wife of Albert Bealer, Emmaus; Kathleen, wife of George Diefenderfer, Emmaus; Mrs. Madeline Marks, Emmaus; Donaldine, wife of Daniel Reagan, Allentown, and Vivian, West Palm Beach, Fla. A brother, Leidy Schaup, Allentown, and 17 grandchildren also survive. Funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at the Clarence R. Ritter Funeral Home, 36-38 S. 5th St., Emmaus, with interment in Emmaus Moravian Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 18, 1954, page 43. Submitted by Jerri.]
Funeral services for Annie M. Schearer, 88, of 17 East Main St., who died July First in St. Joseph's Hospital after an illness of several weeks, were conducted this afternoon at 2:00 in the Henninger Funeral Home, Reading. The Rev. Paul E. Schmoyer officiated and burial was made in the Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading. A native of Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Lucy (Dietrich) Schearer. She was a member of St. Paul's Reformed Church, Kutztown. She is survived by a brother, James, Reading; also several nieces and nephews.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, c. 1 July 1950. Submitted by JSchearer.]
Memorial services for Archie A. Schearer, 78, of 223 Highland Ave., Kutztown, will be held Sunday at 3 p.m. The Rev. Harry L. Serio will officiate in the St. John's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. The Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, has charge. Schearer died Monday morning in the Reading Hospital and Medical Center, where he was a patient since Jan. 9. Born in Greenwich Township, he was a son of the late Alfred and Ellen (Stump) Schearer. Schearer was employed by the Kutztown Foundry for 44 years before retiring in 1965. He last had been employed as a custodian by Kutztown State College, retiring in 1976. He was a member of St. John's UCC, Kutztown. Surviving are his wife, Mamie (Meitzler) Schearer, and three sons; William R., Carlisle; Frederick C., Kutztown R.D. 1; and David J., Hyde Park. Also a daughter, Alliene L., wife of James R. Pyle, Burnsiville, Minn. and 11 grandchildren.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 28, 1978. Submitted by: Jack.]
The funeral of Mrs. Llewellyn Schearer (nee Fenstermacher) will take place today, Saturday, at 9:30 a.m. Deceased suffered from a complication of diseases for several months. She was aged 69 years, 8 months and 3 days. She is survived by her husband, one brother, John, of Bowers, and one son. Services will be conducted in the Reformed Church by the Rev. George B. Smith, and interment will take place in the adjoining cemetery. Undertaker William Fritz, of Kutztown, has charge of the funeral arrangements. * Note - She is actually the wife of William H. Schearer
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, May 22, 1915. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]
The funeral of George Alvin Schearer, 54, who died October 29th at his home, 225 Highland Avenue, was held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Fritz Funeral Home, the Rev. W. H. Long, officiating. Interment was made in Hope Cemetery. He was a son of the late John Alfred and Mary (Stump) Schearer, and was a member of Carpenter's Union 492, and Fleetwood Orioles, Nest 23. Surviving are his widow, Mary Kline Schearer; a daughter Mildred, at home; two brothers, Archie and Robert, Kutztown, and a sister Mrs. Walter Kohler, Allentown.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, Thursday, November 5, 1942. Submitted by: Jack.]
Jacob Schearer, 96, Died on Wed. - Kutztown's Oldest Man Succumbs Suddenly After Eating Lunch - Was Road Master
Jacob Schearer, of Greenwich Street, the oldest man in Kutztown and one of the oldest residents in the East Penn Valley, died suddenly at his home yesterday after having attained the age of 96 years and 11 months. Had Mr. Schearer lived until July 7, he would have marked his ninety-seventh birthday.
Mr. Schearer had been active all his life, and never experienced illness to any extent except for slight colds. He was always a hard worker and was active until he was more than ninety years old. It was only failing eyesight that halted his work then.
Yesterday about noon he complained that he felt ill, and retired to his room. His wife, Lizzie Dorward Schearer, prepared light lunch for him and took it to his room. After eating, it is believed that he suffered an attack of indigestion, and he died as he was helped to a chair. Dr. Peters was called and examined the remains.
Mr. Schearer was born in Greenwich Township, and as a young man was hired boy on farms. Later he took up the carpentry trade and spent many years at both occupations. For quite a number of years he served as road supervisor in the borough of Kutztown. He was married three times.
After he retired from active work about seven years ago, he made rakes at his home until his eyes no longer served him for this purpose. He was know as a fine old gentleman and was highly respected.
His third wife and these children by a former marriage survive him: Amelia, widow of William Will, Kutztown; James R., Reading; Sue, wife of Amos Esterly, and Sophie, wife of Benjamin Becker, all of Reading.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, daylight saving time, with all services from the late residence on Greenwich Street. Interment will be made in Dunkle's Church Cemetery. Rev. George B. Smith, D.D. will officiate. Undertaker William S. Fritz is in charge.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, Thursday, June 8, 1933. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]
An Old Blacksmith Dead
Oley, April 19. -- Jacob Schearer, the oldest citizen in Friedensburg, aged 85 years, died. He leaves surviving him four sons and two daughters. He was one of the first inhabitants of the village, having followed the trade of blacksmithing in the same shop for 55 years. He was a man of more than ordinary muscular strength and was known as a first-class mechanic in his day.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, 19 April 1884, page 2. Submitted by: Submitted by Walt.]
James R. Schearer, 87, of 733 Madison Ave., died yesterday [October 4, 1955] after a lengthy illness. Born in Greenwich Township and a son of the late Jacob and Lucinda (Dietrich) Schearer, he was a member of Calvary Evangelical and Reformed Church. Prior to his retirement about 10 years ago, Schearer had followed the trade of carpentry. A charter member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, AFL, he also was a member for 55 years of the union's Local No. 492 and one of its organizers. He is survived by his widow, Mary E. (Gaul) Schearer; a daughter, Miriam A., at home; a son, Harold E., Reading; and a grandchild. Services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the T.C. Auman Inc., Funeral Parlors, the Rev. Harold C. Hollinger officiating. Burial will be made in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, October 5, 1955. Submitted by Patty.]
Kutztown, Nov. 19-- Miss Jennie Schearer, 28 years old, died after an illness of one week of an infection produced by a foreign body in her throat which lodged there while eating her dinner at her boarding place. All efforts of four physicians to relieve here were without avail. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Ellen Schearer. one sister, Hattie, and three brothers. Funeral, Saturday, Nov. 22, at 1:30 p.m. from the home of her mother, on Highland Avenue. Further services and interment at Dunkel's Church. Rev's A. L. Brumbach and J. W. Britton officiating.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 19, 1919. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]
John Schearer, constable of Greenwich Township, died suddenly and will be buried at Grimsville tomorrow. He was 70 years of age, and the father of Wm. H. Schearer, grocer, in the Central Market House Building, North 6th Street, this city.
*Note: John is actually buried in Frieden's Luthern Church Cemetery, Lenhartsville, Pa
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday October 8, 1883. Submitted by: Jack.]
Sudden Death of Well known Farmer. A retired farmer living on Highland Avenue, Kutztown, was found dead on the porch of the Pennsylvania House in this borough, on Friday morning, at about 5:30 o'clock. He died of paralysis of the heart, aged 49 years and 3 months. Deceased leaves his wife Ellen (nee Stump) and the following children: George, Jennie, Robert, Argie, and Hattie, all at home. His father, Jacob Schearer, supervisor of Kutztown, also remains. Deceased moved to Kutztown from Greenwich last spring. Dr. H. W. Saul, deputy coroner, empanelled the following jury, which rendered the above verdict; C. W. Snyder, Dr. U. S. G. Bieber, contractor William H. Stein, A. J. Hepner, Alvin Moyer, and Dr. N. Z. Dunkelberger.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, September 4, 1909. Submitted by: Jack.]
Lucy, wife of Jacob Schearer, residing on Greenwich Street, below Walnut, died on Saturday evening, at 6 o'clock, after an illness of about a week, aged 67 years. The deceased was twice married. Her first husband was Daniel Heffner, who preceded her in death about twenty seven years, together with four children. One son of this union survives, Frank Heffner, of Richmond Township. In 1889 she was again married to Jacob Schearer, of Greenwich, Who survives her. About six years ago they both the lower of the pair of houses that Wm. Wenz built and were quiet and respected residents of our borough ever since. The funeral was held on Thursday forenoon with interment in the cemetery of Moselem Church. Revs. E. H. Leinbach and Dr. E.P.H. Pfatteicher officiated. Funeral Director D.W. Sheridan had charge of the remains.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, Saturday, May 10, 1902. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]
Mamie A. Schearer, 99, formerly of Highland Avenue, and Saucony Cross, Kutztown, died February 26, 2005 in Kutztown Manor. She was the widow of Archie A. Schearer, who died March 27, 1978. Born September 19, 1905 in Wescosville, she was the daughter of the late Richard C. and Annie A. (Snyder) Meitzler. She was a member of St. Pauls Unite Church of Christ Church, Kutztown. She was a first, second, and third grade teacher from 1925 to 1929 for the former Steel City School, Bethlehem, and in Breinigsville. She also was a tour guide for Carl R. Bieber Tourways, Kutztown. She was a graduate of Kutztown Normal School, now Kutztown University. She was a member of the Kutztown Fire Company Ladies auxiliary, and Kutztown Senior Citizens.
Survivors: Sons, William R., husband of Abigail (Sangree) Schearer, of Carlisle, Frederick C., husband of Miriam J. (Loose) Schearer, of Kutztown, and David J., husband of Karen D. (Lindenmuth) Schearer, of Hyde Villa, Reading; daughter, Alliene L., wife of James Pyle, of Concord, N.H. In addition, she is survived by 12 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, February 28, 2005. Submitted by Jack.]
Mrs. Mary E. (Gaul) Schearer, 80, of 733 Madison Ave., died last night [Mar. 6, 1957]. Born in Reading, a daughter of the late George K. and Mary (Whitman) Gaul, Mrs. Schearer was a member of Calvary Evangelical and Reformed Church. She also was affiliated with the Dames of Malta and the Knights of the Golden Eagle Auxiliary. Mrs. Schearer is survived by a daughter, Miriam A., at home; a son, Harold E., of Reading, and one grandchild, Patricia, wife of Edgar Mertz, Staten Island, N.Y. Services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the T.C. Auman Inc. Funeral Parlors, the Rev. Harold C. Hollinger officiating. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 7, 1957. Submitted by: Patty.]
Ralph H. Schearer, 68, of Kutztown R.D. 3, died Saturday afternoon at 2:45 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for three weeks.
He was the husband of Florence (Stern) Schearer.
Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Robert and Minnie Schearer
Schearer had been a self employed painter and paperhanger for many years befor retiring.
In addition to his widow, he is survived by a daughter, Elsie M., wife of Dean H. Wehr, Kutztown R.D. 3 , and six grandchildren.
The Trexler-Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.
(Reading Eagle, Monday March 10, 1986)[Source: Reading Eagle, March 10, 1986. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]
Robert J. Schearer, 68, a resident of the Stork Hotel, S. 8th and Bingaman streets, died yesterday in St. Joseph's hospital, where he had been a patient for three days. Born in Greenwich Township, a son of the late J. Alfred Schearer and Mary E. (Stump) Schearer, he was a moulder by trade. A former Kutztown resident, Schearer is survived by a son Ralph of Kutztown R.D.3; a daughter, Mrs. Edward Tschopp, Allentown, and a brother, Archie of Kutztown. Services will be held at the convenience of the family, the Rev. Richard W. Kohler officiating. Burial will follow in Dunkel's Chruch Cemetery, Kutztown R.D.3. The Brumbach Funeral Home; Kutztown has charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, April 22, 1963. Submitted by: Jack.]
Rose H. (Hauser) Schearer, 61, wife of Walter S. Schearer, former chief of police and now city traffic specialist, died yesterday in Community General Hospital, where she was a patient the past seven weeks. She resided at 1239 North Tenth St. Mrs. Schearer was a daughter of the late Francis and Mary Hauser.
Surviving are her husband; four children: Catherine, wife of Herbert Kinder, Pennside; Walter P., John F., and Elmer L., all of Reading; four grandchildren, and two sisters: Frances, wife of Paul Brahm, Reading, and Mrs Aughtley W. Franks, West Reading.
Funeral arrangements are in charge of T.C. Auman, Inc.
[Source: Reading Times, Friday, 14 March 1947, page 53. Submitted by: Submitted by Walt.]
Services Set For Schearer
Services for Thomas R. Schearer, 36, of Virginville, who died of injuries suffered in a head-on collision along the Allentown Pike Friday, will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. The Rev. William C. Bispels will officiate in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. burial will be made in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. A certificate of accidental death was issued by Dr. William E. Glosser, deputy coroner. According to Alton L. Boyer, Maidencreek Township Police Chief, Schearer was driving his van north on the highway when it drifted into the southbound lane and into the path of a tractor-trailer rig operated by David Mowery, 37, of Lancaster. Mowery sustained a hand injury which was treated at the scene. Born in Kutztown, the victim was a son of Ralph and Florence (Stern) Schearer, Kutztown R.D.3. He was employed as a machinist by Rockwell International, Wyomissing, and was a member of the Virginville Fire Company, and the Moonlite Van Club of Reading. Surviving in addition to his parents, are his wife, Rae Ann (Conrad) Schearer; three sons: John, Jack, and Thomas R. Jr., all at home; a sister, Elsie, wife of Dean Wehr, Kutztown R.D. 3, and a stepgrandmother, Elsie Stern, Kutztown R.D.3.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday May 26, 1979. Submitted by: Jack.]
Ex-Police Chief Dies at Age 77
Services and burial for Walter S. Schearer, 77, former Reading police chief, who died Wednesday in his residence at 500 Madison Ave., Hyde Crest, will be private.
Arrangements are in charge of F.F. Seidel, Inc.
Three-time holder of the top city police post, Mr. Schearer was appointed first on Feb. 27, 1929, during the Socialist administration of the late Mayor J. Henry Stump.
He had a stormy police career, which included a 10-year court battle to have his original date of appointment certified in order to be eligible for membership in the police pension fund.
Post Abolished.
On Jan. 7, 1932, the police chief post was abolished by the fusion administration headed by the late Mayor Heber Ermentrout in favor of a police commissioner.
Mr. Schearer was reinstated by order of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court on Jan. 9, 1936, and served until Feb. 14, 1940, when he was removed by the late Mayor Harry F. Menges on the grounds that he did not have civil-service status.
The state high court again reinstated him on Dec. 11, 1942, but he was demoted to patrolman the following Jan. 2, when Mayor Menges took over direction of the police department.
Mr. Schearer served as a patrolman, traffic expert, and clerk in the traffic division until his retirement on Aug. 1, 1956.
He was accepted as a member of the police-pension fund and on July 11, 1956 was promoted to sergeant for retirement purposes.
Spanish War Vet
Born in Oley, a son of Elmer and Ellenora (Seidel) Schearer, he was a Spanish-American War veteran.
Mr. Schearer was a member of the Pennsylvania Police Chiefs’ Assn. and the Shartlesville and Oley fire companies.
Preceded in death 16 years ago by his wife, Rose (Hauser) Schearer, he is survived by three sons: Walter P. of Philadelphia, John F. of Shillington, and Elmer L. of Reading.
A daughter, Catherine M. widow of Herbert Kinder, Reading, and three brothers: George E. of Temple, Christ of Reading, and Elmer B. of West Reading.
Also, three sisters: Mae, wife of Clarence Peterson, Oakland, Calif., Lillian of Arlington, Va., and Dorothy H., wife of Jesse Brown, Wyomissing.
[Source: Reading Times, Thursday, 14 March 1963, page 57. Submitted by: Submitted by Walt.]
Edna Florence, daughter of the late Jacob Schedler and his wife Victoria, nee Miller, died on Wednesday, of pneumonia, at her home near Grimsville, at the age of 11 years. The funeral will be held on Tuesday forenoon, April 7, from the residence of her mother. Services will be held at Grimsville Church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining. She leaves to survive her mother and step father and the following stepbrothers and stepsisters: Charles Schedler, of Kutztown; Benneville Schedler, of Wennersville; Alfred Schedler, of Allentown; David Schedler, of Chapman's; Jeremiah Schedler, of Lynnville; Annie Schedler, of Weisenburg; George Boger, of Kutztown; Annie Boger, of Allentown; Grover, Floyd and Lovie at home. Rev. O. S. Scheirer officiating. Undertaker Charles Fritz has charge.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 3, 1908, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Birdsboro, May 1. special John Scheffer died at his residence, near Robeson Station, aged 84 years. He had been ill but a short time, the immediate cause being paralysis. He resided in Robeson township a greater part of his life and followed farming. He was well known in that section of the county and had many friends. He was a member of St John's Lutheran Church for many years and a faithful attendent upon the services. His wife died three years ago, and of his children, these survive: Mrs Henry Hohl, Reading; Samuel, of Robeson; and Mrs. William Buck, Birdsboro. The funeral will be held from the late residence on Wednesday, May 5, at 10am. There will be short services at the house and further services at St John's Lutheran Church. Interment in St John's cemetery. Funeral director Edwin F Mohr, of Birdsboro, will have the arrangements in charge. Rev. Z. H. Gable, his pastor, will be the officiating minister.
(NOTE: Tombstone shows spelling of SCHAEFFER and date of death as 4/30/1909.)[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, May 2, 1909, p. 1. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]
Laura B. Schegel, 55, died Friday at her home, 818 N. 3rd St., Reading. A daughter of the late Syranus K. and Catherine (Adams) Schegel, she was employed by Pomeroy's in Reading. She is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Elda M. Homan and Mrs. Emily M. Burns, both of Fleetwood, and Mary A., wife of Walter K. Klees, Youngstown, Ohio.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 10, 1954, page 48. Submitted by Jerri.]
Charles B. Scheidt, of Dryville, for many years employed in the painting department of the Mack Mfg. Corp., died Friday at his home. He was 62 years old. The son of the late Jacob and Mary Brintzenhoff Scheidt, he was born in Oley township, Berks county. He was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church, Dryville, the Topton Fire Co., the Lyons Fire Co. and the Mertztown Rod and Gun Club. Mr. Scheidt is survived by one sister, Mrs. Sarah Angstadt, Topton; and five brothers, William, Harry, George, Howard and Walter, of Dryville. Funeral services will be held from the Schafer funeral home, Topton, on Tuesday at 1:30 o'clock followed by services in the Christ Lutheran church, Dryville, with Rev. W. H. Kline officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, May 4, 1947, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Eva I. Scheidt, 81, died Monday in her home at Fleetwood R. 1. She was the widow of Walter A. Scheidt. Born in Rockland Township, she was a daughter of the late James and Ellen (Guinther) Mertz. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Dryville. Surviving are four daughters: Mabel, wife of Warren Boyer, and Schirla, wife of Ralph Silsdorf, both of Bowers; and Roma, wife of Paul Houptley, and Mildred, wife of Robert Lake, both of Fleetwood R. 1; a son, Paul P., of Kutztown; and three sisters, Mrs. Emma Wiltrout of Kutztown R. 3; Mrs. Ella Bailey of Kutztown R. 2; and Mrs. Nora Schlegel of Bradenton, Fla. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Christ Church. Calling hours will be from 12:30 p.m. Thursday until the time of services.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 21, 1973, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]
Howard J. Scheidt, life member of the Rockland Rod and Gun Club, and an active member of other sporting groups, died yesterday at his home, Mertztown R. 1, near Dryville. He was 69. He was a son of the late Jacob and Mary (Breinzenhoff) Scheidt. Scheidt retired two years ago from Mack Mfg. Corp., Allentown. He was a member of Christ-Mertz Lutheran Church in Dryville. His other affiliations included membership in the East Penn Democratic Club, the Pike Township Sportsmens Assn., the Mertztown Rod and Gun Club, and the Kutztown, Lyons and Fleetwood fire companies. Scheidt is survived by his wife, the former Elda Barto. There are also seven children: Milan, Fleetwood; Grey, Fleetwood R. 1; Blanche, wife of Mahlon Wagonhurst, Fleetwood R. 3; Lloyd, Dryville; Robert, Mertztown R. 1; June, wife of Kenneth Miller, Fleetwood; and Harlan, at home. Also surviving are a sister, Mrs. Sally Angstadt, Topton; and two brothers, Walter and William, Dryville. There are 19 grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton, with further services at Christ-Mertz Lutheran Church, Dryville.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 19, 1956, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]
Leonard Scheidt, two-year-old son of Mrs. Grace A. S. (Bergstresser) Scheidt, of 360 West Main St., Kutztown, was fatally injured yesterday morning within a block of his home. The lad is reported to have darted into the path of a truck driven by Paul Swoyer, of 352 West Main St., also of Kutztown. Police say the child was with the mother, who was talking to Mrs. Mary Miller, a friend of the family, on West Walnut St. Leonard is said to have spotted a cat, darted across the street, and began running after the animal and was hit by the front wheel of the light delivery truck owned by Harry W. Knittle, Kutztown implement dealer. The Kutztown ambulance, in charge of Harold Miller, rushed the child to the Allentown hospital, where he was pronounced dead upon admission. Mrs. Scheidt and a Mrs. Leon Delworth accompanied the victim in the ambulance. Dr. John J. Wenner, pathologist at the Allentown hospital, performed a post mortem on the lad. The surgeon reported fractured ribs, punctured lungs, and the rupturing of major internal organs. Few external injuries were observed. Dr. Lee Dunkelberger, deputy coroner of Berks county, and Kutztown Chief of Police Raymond Seiger are conducting the investigation. Surviving are Mrs. Scheidt, one brother Phillip, and the child's grandparents. Services for Leonard, a member of the Trinity Lutheran Sunday school, will be held on Monday from the Schaffer funeral home, 346 West Main St., at 2 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 3, 1949, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Lizzie Scheidt, wife of William Scheidt, died Sunday at her home in Dryville, Berks county, at the age of 73 years. She was a member of Christ Lutheran church, Dryville. Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Frederick Frey, at home; a daughter, Mrs. Irvin Bauers, Reading; two granddaughters and one grandson. Her first husband, Aradius Frey, preceded her in death. Rev. William H. Kline will officiate at funeral services to be held on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the late home in Dryville with further services in Christ church, Dryville, and interment in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 20, 1945, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ralph C. Scheidt, owner of a Kutztown plumbing business, died at 11:30 p.m. Saturday at his home. He was 65. Scheidt, who lived at 10 E. Main St., was born and reared in Kutztown. He was the son of the late Henry C. and Lydia Stoudt Scheidt. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran church, Kutztown Social Club, Kutztown Fire Co., Eagles, American Legion and the Lake Odessa, Mich., Lodge 395, F. and A.M. Surviving are his wife, Levada, four sons, Frank, Charles, Edward and Robert, three grandchildren, and a brother, George, all of Kutztown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 28, 1949, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services will be held April 5, 11 a.m., in Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church, Dryville, for Robert L. Scheidt Sr., of Fredericksville Road, Rockland Township, who died March 30 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where he had been a patient five days. Burial will be in Hope Cemetery, Dryville. He was the husband of Anna Mae (Reinhart) Scheidt. Born in Rockland Township, he was a son of the late Howard B. and Elda A. (Barto) Scheidt. Until retiring in 1987, he was employed as a modler by the Reading Gray Iron Foundry, Reading, for 44 years. After retirement, he was employed as a painter by Bob Scheidt Ultra Painting, Kutztown, until the fall of 2002. He was also employed part-time as a general laborer by TARSUS, Fleetwood, last working March 14. Scheidt was treasurer of the bowling league at Pioneer Grange 1777, Topton. He was a Cub scout and Boy scout leader at New Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Rockland Township, and Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church. Scheidt was a charter member of the Rockland Rod & Gun Club, Mertztown. He was manager of the Topton Little League in the late 1960's and 1970's. Scheidt was a member of Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church, Dryville, where he was a Sunday school teacher and Sunday school superintendent for 50 years, retiring in 1987. He was also a member of the church choir and a former church councilman. Also surviving are three sons: Robert L. Scheidt Jr., and Scott A. Scheidt, both of Kutztown; and Craig A. Scheidt, Mohnton. There are also five grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Blanche (Scheidt) Wagonhurst, Ruscombmanor Township, and June (Scheidt) Miller, Fleetwood. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, April 3, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Walter A. Scheidt, 72, husband of the former Eva I. Mertz, died Friday night in his Dryville home, Fleetwood R. 1. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Jacob and Marianne (Brintzenhoff) Scheidt. Scheidt retired seven years ago, having worked for Mack Trucks in Allentown as a paint rubber. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Dryville. Surviving with his widow are four daughters, Mabel, wife of Warren Boyer of Mertztown R. 1, Schirla, wife of Ralph Silsdorf of Bowers, Roma, wife of Paul Houptley, and Mrs. Mildred Schaeffer, both of Fleetwood R. 1; a son, Paul of Kutztown; 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Christ Church. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, December 5, 1965, page B-14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Scheidy - In Upper Tulpehocken, August 7th, William Scheidy, aged 75 years, 1 month and 8 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, August 28, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Eva Schieffel, 591 Willow st., died of a lung affection at 9 a.m., aged 43 years. Deceased was taken ill 5 years ago, and for the past year has been in a serious condition, although only bedfast since last Saturday. She was born in Germany, but resided in this city a number of years. She was a member of Zion's Reformed church, and her husband, Jacob, and the following children survive: Christoph and Eva, Mrs. Rosa Heinz, and Jacob, Christoph and Michael, all of whom reside in Germany, are brothers and sister.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, 17 August 1892. Submitted by Nancy.]
Anna Ruth Scheirer, 1, died at the home of the parents, Lloyd A. and Florence (Dey) Scheirer, near Trexler's Furnace, Alburtis R. D. 1. Besides the parents there survive five brothers and sisters, Edward, Gladys, Mae, Betty and Robert, at home, and the paternal and maternal grandmothers. Funeral Monday at 2 p.m. All services at the house. Interment in Longswamp church cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 20, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Clark W. Scheirer, 53, laboratory worker for the Atlas Mineral Products Co., Mertztown, died unexpectedly yesterday in his home at Hancock, Mertztown R. 1. Scheirer was a member of two Berks county fire companies, those at Lyons and Seisholtzville. Active in church affairs, he was affiliated with the Mertztown church's Reformed wing and its consistory for more than 20 years and was on the auxiliary of Bethany Orphans home, Womelsdorf. Other affiliations included the Home Assn. of Shoemaker-Bond post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Mertztown. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late George and Agnes (Stein) Scheirer. Survivors include his wife, the former Helen Boyer; a son, Clayton W. Scheirer of Emmaus; a daughter, Margaret, wife of Claude Eck, Hancock; and five grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 4, 1949, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held in Longswamp United church of Christ, Mertztown, for Luella A. Scheirer, of Dogwood Drive, Longswamp Township, who died of natural causes March 13 in the Hospice Unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital, where she had been a patient since March 7. Burial was in Longswamp Union Cemetery. She was the wife of Robert W. Scheirer. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Herbert S. and Eva (Lamp) Miller. Last working in 1999, she was employed as an assembler by Day-Timers Inc., East Texas, Lehigh County, for 10 years. She was previously employed as a sewing machine operator by Royal Manufacturing Co., Allentown, for more than 20 years. She was amember of Longswamp UCC, Mertztown. Surviving are a son, Scott R. Scheirer, Lyons, and two daughters, Roxanne M. (Scheirer) Reimert, Mertztown, and Shelia G. (Scheirer) Fox, Fleetwood. Other survivors include two brothers, Harvey W. Miller, Mertztown, and Kenneth N. Miller, White Haven, Luzerne County, and four sisters: Minnie E. (Miller) Strunk, Mertztown; Lorraine E. (Miller) Moll, Bethel; Shirley M. (Miller) Kutz. Wyomissing; and Lurea (Miller) Reichard, Kutztown. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 20, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
In Washington township, Berks Co., on the 21st, Mary Jane, infant daughter of William and Sarah Scheirer, aged 1 month and 25 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 8, 1863, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Richard H. Scheirer, 83, of Klines corner, Berks county, died yesterday in Allentown hospital, where he had been a patient since Janaury. He was born in the old homestead at Scheirer’s schoolhouse in Lowhill township and farmed there until his retirement 34 years ago. He was a resident of the Schnecksville area until six years ago, when he moved to the home of his daughter at Klines Corner, Berks county. Mr. Scheirer served as school and poor director in Lowhill township for many years, and as director of the Egypt National bank and the Schnecksville State bank, of which he was one of the organizers. He was also a member of the Reformed wing of the Union church at Neffs. His wife, Mrs. Celesta (Wotring) Scheirer died 37 years ago. Surviving are one daughter, Helen M., Klines Corner, one grandson and one great-grandson.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 28, 1950, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]
The funeral of Jacob Sheiry, of Maxatawny, was largely attended. Mr. Scheiry was a well-known resident of that township, and held the office of supervisor for very many years. He died at the age of 68 years, 5months, and 8 days.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, January 5, 1893. Submitted by Peggy.]
Lewis M. Scheiry, 75, active in fire insurance work for the last 30 years, died yesterday at his home, 222 S. Richmond St., Fleetwood. Scheiry was vice president, director and an agent of the Home Mutual Fire Insurance Co. of Lehigh County, Emmaus, and a director and vice president of the Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Co. of Kutztown. He retired 15 years ago as a telegraph operator for the Reading Co., a job he held for 32 years. He was also the Fleetwood correspondent of the Reading Times. Active in civic and club affairs, he had served as secretary of the Fleetwood School District; president of the Fleetwood Fire Co. and as treasurer of the Fleetwood Nest 23, Fraternal Order of Orioles. He was also a member of the Fleetwood Fraternal Assn.; Kutztown FOE; Charles A. Gerash Council, Junior Order of Mechanics, Kutztown; Fleetwood Lions Club; Walnutport Fire Co.; Berks County Firemens Assn.; Pennsylvania Firemen's Assn.; Order of Railway Telegraphers; Fleetwood Fish and Game Assn.; State Council of Civil Defense; St. Paul's ER Church, Fleetwood; and a life member of the Reading YMCA. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Bertha V. (Bensing) Scheiry; three daughters, Arlene, wife of Lloyd Hehr; Marion, wife of Lee Scheidt; and Lillian, wife of Paul Serfass, all of Fleetwood, and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Catherine (Hill) Scheiry.
[Source" The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, October 15, 1953, page 52. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Ellen Schell, wife of Howard R. Schell, died of a heart condition Sunday night at Bally where she had been a resident the last 45 years. She was 81. Mrs. Schell was born in Hereford township, a daughter of the late Abraham and Henrietta (Wagner) Frey. She was a member of the Church of the Most Blessed Sacrament at Bally. In addition to her husband, she is survived by eight children, as follows: Leo, Norman and Stanley, all of Bally; Paul and Minne, at home; Mrs. Elsie Weller, Bechtelsville; Anastasia, wife of Arthur Davis, Wenonah, N.J., and Mrs. Anna Custer, East Greenville. There are 15 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 11, 1950, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schell - In North Heidelberg, January 17th, Esther, widow of Peter Schell, and daughter of Christian and Elizabeth Reich, aged 61 years, 7 months and 4 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 8, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]
The funeral of Harry B. Schell, an aged resident of Longswamp township, was held on Monday afternoon at the home of his son-in-law, A. A. Reppert, Longsdale. Further services were conducted in the Longswamp church. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery. Revs. N. F. Bond and William Meckstroth officiated. The pall bearers were his sons, Oscar and Milton Schell and his grandsons, Harry and Clarence Reppert. Mr. Schell was aged 86 years, 4 months and 25 days. His wife preceded him in death 25 years ago. He is survived by the following children: Oscar, of Shamrock; Milton, Hancock; Alice Reppert, Longsdale, and Mary Eckert, of Allentown.
[Source: "Longswamp news," Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 16, 1923, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]
Harry B. Schell, well known resident of Longsdale, near Mertztown, died there on Thursday morning at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Albert A. Reppert, aged 86 years. He was the son of George and Elizabeth, nee Bauman, Schell, both deceased, and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. His wife, Judith, nee Long, died about twenty-five years ago. Besides Mrs. Reppert, he is survived by another daughter, Mrs. Charles Eckert, of Allentown, and two sons, Oscar, of Shamrock, and Milton Schell, of Hancock. Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 6, 1923, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Janice F. Schell, 62, Pike Township, died of natural causes June 28 at 4:25 a.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient four days. She was the wife of William F. Schell Jr. Born in Kutztown, she was a daughter of the late Ira and Mary June (Fegely) Roth. Schell was employed for the past 12 years as a dispatcher by Highway Services, Temple. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Lobachsville. Schell is also survived by a son, Kerry Bortz, Boyertown; and a daughter, Lisa (Schell) Christman, Bechtelsville. Other survivors include two sisters, Rita M. (Roth) Spohn, Boyertown, and Martha A. (Roth) Troxel, Bechtelsville; and two brothers, Willard I. Roth, Exeter Township, and Warren O. Roth, Reading. There are also two grandchildren, a stepgranddaughter and two stepgreat-grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Lobachs Cemetery, Lobchsville. Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 29, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Judith, wife of Harry Schell, of Longsdale, was buried at the Longswamp church last Saturday forenoon, at the age of 57 years, 11 months and 3 days. Her husband and four children, Oscar, Milton, Alice and Mary, are left to mourn her departure. Rev. N. W. Helffrich was the officiating clergyman.
[Source: "Breinigsville News," Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 8, 1898, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Leo A. Schell, a retired laborer, died yesterday at his home, 912 Main St., Bally. He was 77. Schell had been employed by the Firestone Tire & Rubber Co., before retiring in 1953. Born in Berks County's Washington Township, he was a son of the late Howard R. and Elan (Fry) Schell. He was an Army veteran of World War I and a charter member of Veterans of Foreign wars Post 3487, Boyertown. Surviving with his widow, Dorothy (Harpel) Schell, are a stepdaughter, LaRue Knauss of Arlington, Va.; three brothers, Paul of Bechtelsville and Norman and Stanley, both of Bally, and four sisters, Mrs. Elsie Weller of New Berlinville; Minnie Schell and Mrs. Anastasia Davis, both of Easton, and Mrs. Annie Custer, Royersford. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the C. L. Losh Funeral Home, 134 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown, with calling hours 7-9 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 6, 1966, page 48. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schell--In this city, on the 4th inst., Mary, wife of William Schell, aged 64 years, 3 months and 3 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from her late residence, 237 Court St, on Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock, to proceed to Epler's Church where services and internment will take place.
Farewell, my husband and children dear,
I am not dead, but sleeping:
When you come here, to my grave to see,
Oh, do not weep but pray for me,
Gone, but not forgotten!
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 11, 1895. Submitted by Michelle.]
Milton H. Schell, retired railroad maintenance man, died yesterday at his residence, 310 Baldy St., Kutztown. He was 85. Before retiring 20 years ago, he was employed many years by the Reading Co. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Harry and Judith (Long) Schell. He was the husband of the late Mary (Becker) Schell. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Longswamp. Surviving are three daughters, Vertie, wife of John Leibensperger, of Topton; Helen, wife of Lenus Rader, with whom he resided; and Mrs. Rhea Lesher of Kutztown; seven grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at the Earl a. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.
[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Friday, June 12, 1964, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]
Oscar W. Schell, 74, retired blacksmith of Mertztown R. 1, died at his home Sunday afternoon. At one time a resident of Bally, Schell was born in Longswamp township, a son of the late Harry and Judith (Long) Schell. His wife, the former Susan Eddinger, died four years ago. Survivors are: two sisters, Mrs. Alice Reppert, Mertztown R. 1; Mary, wife of Charles Eckert, Allentown, and a brother, Milton of Topton. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the DeLong funeral home, Topton, with Rev. Wilson H. Hartzell officiating. Interment will be in Longswamp church cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 25, 1947, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Solomon Schell, residing along the Lehigh Mountain, between Emaus and Vera Cruz, died Saturday night, 1st inst., of a complication of ills, which while of long standing, had however kept him bedfast only a few weeks. The deceased was a Schwenkfeldter in his religious fath, and his remains were interred at the Schwenkfeldter Meeting House at Clayton, Berks county. The services were held at the house of the deceased. Undertaker Groman, of Saucon, conducted the funeral. Deceased brought his age to 70 years, and is survived by his wife and one child, Susan, the wife of Mr. Stephen, residing near the old homestead. Mr. Schell was engaged in farming all his life, and was a well-to-do citizen, esteemed by all who knew him.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 12, 1893, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for C. Donald Schellhammer, 82, of Outlook Pointe, Exeter Township, who died January 5 in Reading Hospital. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary (Vespico) Schellhammer, in 1996. Born in Reading, he had been employed for 34 years in maintenance by UGI Corp., Reading, retiring in 1982. He was a member of Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church. Schellhammer is survived by two nephews. Burial was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. The Bean Funeral Home Inc., Shillington, was in charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, January 8, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
On the 21st Florence G (nee Frymoyer) widow of Clarence B Schellhammer of 160 W Green St., age 85 years. Services from Theo. C. Auman, Inc., 247 Penn St., Friday 1 p.m. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Friends may call Friday 12 noon till service time.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 23, 1977. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Deaths. On the 8th of November, in Hereford, Berks co., Dr. Ambrose Schelly, aged 23 years, 2 months and 2 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 19, 1862, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schenk--In Hamburg, March 1, George Schenk, aged 49 years, 10 months and 20 days.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 22, 1869. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Charles M. Scherer, veteran Alburtis school director and band member, died yesterday in his home, 31 W. 3rd St., Alburtis. He was 68. Born at Huffs Church, Berks County, he was a son of the late Morris and Ida (Knerr) Scherer. He was employed as a shipping clerk at Robert Rems & Sons, Macungie. Before that, he held the same job at William H. Taylor Co., Allentown. He retired two years ago. He served as a school director for 28 years in the Borough of Alburtis and East Penn Union School District, when the borough became part of the district. He was a charter and life member of both the Alburtis Band and Alburtis Fire Co. He was a member of Lockridge Memorial Presbyterian Church, Alburtis. Surviving are his wife Mame V. (Labold) Scherer; a son George K., of Alburtis; two daughters, Mildred C., wife of Walter Barnes of Philadelphia, and Lillian, wife of Gerald J. Knerr of Birdsboro, Berks County; a step-son, Randall Schuler of East Greenville; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 18, 1961, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Died -- Scherer -- In Friedensburg, on the 17th instant, Jacob Scherer, aged 81 years.
The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral of the deceased on Tuesday next, the 22d instant, at 9:30 a.m. from his residence in Friedensburg, to proceed to the Union cemetery.
[Source: Reading Daily Times & Dispatch, Saturday, 19 April 1884, page 4. Submitted by: Submitted by Walt.]
Klinesville, April 4. Mrs. Jacob Scherer, residing about one-half mile north of Dunkle's Church, died of consumption after an illness of 7 months. The remains will be interred at the Dunkel's Church Friday, April 6th. Rev. Smoll will officiate.
[Source: Reading Eagle, April 4, 1888. Submitted by: Jack.]
In Upper Bern, on the 22d ult, Maria, wife of William Schextel, aged 49 years, 2 months and 11 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 3, 1863. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Mrs. Mabel S. Schick, wife of Floyd T. Schick, 726 N. 5th St., Allentown, died yesterday at the Allentown Osteopathic Hospital. She was 80. Mrs. Schick was hospitalized the last three weeks. She was born in Hereford, Berks County, a daughter of the late Alfred and Emma (Reitnauer) Geary. She and her husband observed their 66th wedding anniversary on May 3. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are two sons, Ray R., at home, and Clifford, Allentown. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. Call 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.
Funeral Notice (p. 7): Age at death = 80 years, 7 months, 29 days; Buried, Greenwood Cemetery
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 30, 1967, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schick--Entered into rest Oct 3d, 1892, Mary A. Schick, wife of the late Chr. Schick, aged 59 years, 17 days. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, Saturday, Oct. 8th, at 2 p.m., from her late residence, 31 North 9th st. Services at St. John's German Lutheran church. Interment at Lutheran cemetery. Omit flowers.
[Source: Reading Eagle, October 6, 1892. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Revere C. Schick, a native of Maxatawny township, Berks county, died in the St. Francis hospital, at Trenton, N.J., yesterday, aged forty-nine years. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Schick. In 1903 he moved from his birthplace to Philadelphia, where he resided until five years ago, when he went to Trenton, N.J., where he has been the accountant for the Mercer County Trust company. Mr. Schick is survived by his widow, Elda, nee Smith, and the following brothers and sisters: Charles, Allentown; William, Kutztown; Leo and Maggie, Philadelphia; Martha, of East Texas; and Sallie, of Lancaster. He was a brother-in-law to Dr. Charles F. Smith at Topton. The funeral services will be held at his late home, 335 Gardner avenue, on Thursday evening at 7.30 o'clock. Interment will be made in the Maxatawny cemetery on Friday at 2 p.m. Friends may view the remains at the cemetery.
[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, January 12, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Private services were held for Cynthia P. (Swisher) Schickram, 49, wife of Lawrence J. Schickram, of East Vincent, who died March 15 at her home. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Paul I. and Theresa (DaDamio) Swisher of Birdsboro. She lived in East Vincent for 22 years, after moving from Phoenixville. Schickram was a 1971 graduate of Daniel Boone High School, and received a bachelor's of science in mathematics from Elizabethtown University in 1985. She was the chief information officer and vice president of operations for HCI Direct Inc., Bensalem, for 15 years until her illness. She was a member of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Spring City, and was a former member of the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Birdsboro. Schickram was a member of the Bird Chapter 460, Order of the Eastern Star, Birdsboro. Surviving in addition to her parents and husband of 26 years are two sons, Andrew J. Schickram and Devin L. Schickram, both at home; three sisters, Stacey Mixell of Reinholds, Berks County, Stephanie Austin of Douglassville and Sondra Chalupa of Landerburg, Pa. Contributions may be sent to the American Brain Tumor Association, 2720 River Road, Des Plains, Il 60018. Burial was in St. Ann's Cemetery, Phoenixville. The Shalkop-Grace Funeral Home Inc., Spring City, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, March 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
SCHICKRAN - In this city on the 7th inst., Jennie Schickran, aged 35 years, 2 months and 4 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of her sister-in-law, Mrs. Katie Hutchens, 136 Cedar, on Tuesday at 10 a.m, at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 9, 1911. Submitted by Betty.]
On the 27th ult., in Rockland, Andrew Schiffert, aged 27 years, 10 months and 17 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal [aka Reading Journal], Saturday, February 6, 1864. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Elmer E. Schiffert, 73, Macada Road, Bethlehem, died Monday night in St. Luke's Hospital, Bethlehem. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, Feb. 14, 1881, he was a son of the late Enos and Priscilla Raudenbush Schiffert. He was a member of Washington Camp, P.O.S. of A., and the Emmaus Fire Co. Surviving are an aunt, Mrs. Almira Sherer, Lehighton, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday from Steyers Funeral Home, 500 Linden St., Bethlehem. Burial will be in Blue Church Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 6, 1954, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]
Word was received in Bethlehem Thursday by Rev. Dr. C. A. Butz, 1337 Montrose avenue, of the death of his half-sister, Mary Ann Rachel, nee Long, widow of James S. Schiffert, at the home of her brother, Dr. W. P. Long, at Weatherly. She passed away at 5 a.m. Tuesday, and was aged 76 years, 2 months and 17 days. Deceased was a daughter of the late David Long and his wife Hannah F., nee Fegley, of Longswamp, Berks county, who was born September 15, 1855. She was twice married, her first husband, H. Alfred Butz, having died on January 3, 1877, and her second husband, James S. Schiffert, in 1886. For about 32 years she had been living with her brother at Weatherly. There remain a son, Jonathan Butz, of Reading; a daughter, Esther Estella, wife of W. Claude Buck, of Reading; a brother, Dr. Long, of Weatherly, and two half-brothers, William P. Butz, of Mertztown, and Dr. C. A. Butz, of Bethlehem. Mrs. Schiffert was an active church worker, taking an interest in all departments of church work and especially in the infant department of the Sunday school. She was for a number of years superintendent of that department in Salem Reformed church, Weatherly. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. Interment will be made at Longswamp.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 4, 1931, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sarah, widow of Thomas Schiffert, died on Saturday of dropsy at Red Lion. She was 58 years old and is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Long, of Easton, and Mrs. Litz of Guth’s Station. The funeral will be held this morning at the Longswamp church, Rev. Humbert, of Bower’s, officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 7, 1897, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jacob Schildt, who died in Cumru in the 81st year of his age, was born near Spies' church, learned the trade of a stone mason, but worked at it only a few years, and after his marriage bought a tract of land on the Alsace hills at the upper end of Mineral Spring valley, where he lived until some 12 years ago, when the property was sold, and he and his wife lived with one of their daughters and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Katzenmoyer, 1526 North 9th the greater part of the time since. His wife died over a year ago. He was afflicted with salt rheum a number of years.They had 10 children, 6 of whom are living, Charles and James Schildt; Mrs. Abraham Heckman and Mrs. Daniel Katzenmoyer, Reading, Francis Schildt, Juniata Co., and Mrs. Amos Wentzel near Spies' church.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 19, 1892, p. 2. Submitted by Michelle.]
James L Schidt, died from the effects of a paralytic stroke at 9:45 a.m. today, at his home, 1219 N Tenth St, aged 74 years. He was stricken last Wednesday. He was born in Lowers Alsace Twp., a son of the late Jacob and Rebecca (Lorah) Schildt. He was a laborer and a member of St Thomas Reformed Church and the Order of Owls. He leaves his widow, Amanda (DeHart) Schildt, four children, Jennie, wife of Norman Linton, Harrisburg; Edna wife of Levi Bush; Carrie, wife of Charles Boger. and James Schildt of Reading; two sisters Mrs Anna Katzenmoyer, Reading; Mrs Susan Wentzel, Stoney Creek Mills; six grandchildren and three great-grand children. Funeral director Cramp.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 12, 1932, p. 14. Submitted by Michelle.]
Schilling -- In Schillingsville, January 2d, Hannah Schilling, aged 10 years, 4 months and 7 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 28, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Schirk - In Spring, December 27th, Catharine Anna Schirk, formerly widow of Levi Gring, and later, wife of Israel Schirk, aged 51 years, 2 months and 6 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 1, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schirk - In Spring, March 30th, Wm. Schirk, son of Isr. Schirk, aged 7 years, 9 months and 12 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 29, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]
Harry Schisler, the baby boy abandoned by his mother, Mrs. Mary Deck, on October 26th 1879, and afterwards adopted by C.E.B. Schisler, died last night at the residence of his adopted father on chestnut street, aged 2 months and 29 days. The baby at one time gave promise of being a fine healthy child, but a few days ago it was taken with an affection of the brain with the above results.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 2, 1880, p. 1. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hiram Schitler, the Reading horseman, who was well-known in this city, died Friday night of heart failure, aged 65 years. Deceased was the son of Lewis and Elizabeth Schitler, and was born in Montgomery county, April 21, 1831, where he was educated. He was employed as a locomotive engineer on the Reading Railroad for some time. He started in the ? business in Reading about thirty-five years ago. He was a member of the Odd Fellows, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and the Rainbow Fire company. Besides his widow, Lydia, two children, William J. and Clara, wife of Michael R. Hare, of Reading, and one brother, Ky of Kentucky, survive.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 5, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]
Charles Schittler, Oreville, Mertztown, R.D. 1, died in St. Joseph’s hospital, Reading, aged 44 years. He was born at Pricetown, a son of Harry and Excelima (Frederick) Schittler. Surviving are his widow, Elsie (Kellner); these children: Delma, Charles and Catharine, at home; Robert, Temple, Richard, Kutztown R. 1; Mrs. Charles Moser, Mertztown, R.D. 1; two grandchildren; his parents, and the following brothers and sisters: Harry, Fleetwood; Raymond, Reading; Eliza, Paul and Howard, Fleetwood, R.D.; Mrs. Herbert Houck, Wernersville; Mrs. Fred Barlett, Fleetwood; Mrs. Irwin Schaeffer, Blandon, and Mrs. George Schaeffer, Temple. Funeral from the home Sunday at 2 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 5, 1935, page 42. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services for Howard Schittler Sr., of Ruscombmanor Township, were held in Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood. Schittler died Feb. 26 in Reading Hospital. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Dryville. He was the husband of Ada H. (Krick) Schittler. He was a son of the late Harry and Alexina Schittler. He was born in Pricetown. Until retiring in 1974, Schittler was employed by General Battery Corp., Reading, for 31 years. Schittler was a member of Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church, Dryville. He is survived by a son, Howard Jr., Temple, and a daughter, Dolores M. (Schittler) Chubb, Fleetwood. There are eight grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 10, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of Chester J. Schlappich, 84, formerly of North Heidelberg Township, who died Feb. 18 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, where he had resided one year, is a brother, George Schlappich, Bernville.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, February 26, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Marguerite E. Schlappich, 90, formerly of Leesport, died Aug. 14 at 10:20 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township, where she had resided four years. Her husband, Paul T. Schlappich, died in July 1995. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Leroy and Eva (Watson) Kerschner. Schlappich was employed as a licensed practical nurse by Berks Heim and was last employed for 15 years as a licensed practical nurse by Holy Spirit Hospital, Harrisburg, retiring in 1981. She was a member of Bern United Church of Christ, Bern Township. Surviving is a son, James C., Leesport. Other survivors include three grandchildren and four great-grandsons. She was predeceased by a son, Leroy Schlappich, in 1987. Services will be private. Burial will be in Bern Church Cemetery, Bern Township. The Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 16, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Schlappig - At Mt. Aetna, March 19th, John Wilson, son of John and Matilda Schlappig, aged 3 years, 8 months and 21 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 10, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schlappig - In Center, May 3d, Leah Schlappig, widow of John Schlappig, aged 80 years, 2 months and 6 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 30, 1874. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schlappig - In Upper Bern, on April 2d, Lydia, daughter of the deceased Samuel and still living Rebecca (Scheidy) Schlappig, aged 12 years, 8 months and 20 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 27, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schlappig - In Upper Bern, August 13th, Samuel Schlappig, aged 80 years, 5 months and 24 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 2, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schlappig - In Lewis township, Northumberland county, Susanna Schlappig, wife of George Schlappig, and daughter of the late Casper Straus, (formerly of Bern township, Berks county,) aged 76 years, 5 months and 15 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 6, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]
Thomas W. Schlear Sr., 72, of 222 Hazel St., Tilden Township, Berks County, died Monday at home. Born in Orwigsburg, he was a son of the late William M. and Edna E. Lengel Schlear. Schlear was last employed as a furnace operator by Penn Steel Foundry Corp., Hamburg. He was a member of Hamburg Fire Company, Shartlesville Fire Company and Hamburg Game Association. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Edythe M. Pifer, on May 3, 1996; a daughter, Ruth A. Schlear. Surviving are a daughter, Arlean E. Spayd, Tilden Township; two sons, Thomas W. Jr., Manchester, N.J., and Gereon R., Washington Township, Berks County; a stepdaughter, Ruth Anthony Gardner Woods, Bensalem; several grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday from Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, November 6, 2001. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Schleasman - On October 15th, in Bethel, Jonathan, son of William and Catharine Schleasman, aged 47 years, 2 months and 20 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 16, 1872. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schleasman - On August 25th, in Bethel, Susan, widow of Peter Schleasman, aged 77 years, 1 month and 2 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 15, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]
Agnes L., nee Christ, Schlegel, wife of Wilson K. Schlegel, died at her home, 213 N. Franklin St., Fleetwood. She was 68 years old. Born in Greenwich township, Berks county, Mrs. Schlegel was a daughter of the late Charles and Sally Ann, nee Siegfried, Christ. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran church, Fleetwood, the Ladies Aid society and the Sunday school. Surviving are her husband, two sons, Raymond C. and Herman W. Schlegel, both of Fleetwood, and four grandchildren. Funeral services will be held in St. Paul's chapel, Fleetwood, Thursday at 2 p.m. Rev. William H. Kline of Topton will officiate. Interment will be in the Fleetwood cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 26, 1943, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Alfred Schlegel 75 of 447 Parkview Rd., St Lawrence, died Manday night in St Joseph Hospital, where he had been a patient since Apr 10. Born in Exeter Twp. he was a son of the late Milton and Amelia (Seidel) Schlegel. Before retiring in 1967, he was a napper for the Wolfe Dye and Bleach Works, Inc., Shoemakersville.
His wife Erma A. (Youse) Schlegel, preceded him in death Jan 7 1962. Surviving are four sons; Harry W., at home; Harold A and Arthur Y., both of St Lawrence; and Ellis E Reading R D 4; four daughters; Erma A wife of Earl Mengel, Mrs Rita Ollar and Shirley M., wife of Richard Brown, all of Reading and Mrs Rosemarie Guinther, Fleetwood R D 1. Eighteen grandchildren; six great-grandchildren, a brother Milton H, St Lawrence and three sisters; Mrs Mary S Schaeffer, Topton; Mrs Edwina Auman, Stonetown; and Mrs Amelia Bauder, Reading. Theo C Auman, Inc., is in charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, May 3, 1977, p. 34. Submitted by Michelle.]
Arthur Warren Schlegel, aged 7 years, passed away on Sunday at the residence of his grandmother, Mrs. Albert Rauenzahn, Haas street, Topton. Death was due to convulsions. There survive his parents, Leroy and Hettie (nee Rauenzahn) Schlegel; grandmother Rauenzahn and grandparents Schlegel, all of Topton. The funeral will be held from the residence of his grandmother, Mrs. Albert Rauenzahn, Haas street, on Thursday, September 13 at 1.30 p.m. standard time. Services at the house. Interment in Ziegel's church cemetery at Windsor Castle. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 11, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Cyrus Schlegel, of Fleetwood, died Monday evening from injuries received in the Fleetwood foundry and machine works on Saturday, aged 36 years. His widow and four children, Theodore, Cyrus, Catharine, and Hattie survive. Funeral Friday at 1 p.m. Services in St. Paul's Chapel and interment in Fleetwood Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 21, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]
Dorothy G. Schlegel, 76, Kutztown, died June 28 in Reading Hospital. Her husband, Neil S. Schlegel, died in 1999. Born in Maxatawny Township, she was a daughter of the late Harvey E. and Hazel C. (Brandt) Lesher. Schlegel was employed for 47 years as a sewing-machine operator by H.K. Deisher Knitting Mill Inc., Kutztown; Fleetwood Shirt Factory and Cinderella Knitting Mill, Shoemakersville, until her retirement. She was a member of Zion (Moselem) Lutheran Church, Richmond Township. Surviving are two sisters, Lillian M. and Arlene L. Lesher, and a brother, Paul L. Lesher, all of Kutztown. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home Inc., Kutztown. Burial will be in Zion (Moselem) Cemetery, Richmond Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 30, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Edwin L. Schlegel of Monterey, Kutztown R. 2, died yesterday in the Liberty Nursing Home, Allentown. He was 68. He was a retired employee of Mack Trucks, Inc. He was the husband of Elizabeth (Weidner) Schlegel. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Oscar L. and Eliza J. (Moll) Schlegel. He was a member of Faith Bible Fellowship Church, Fleetwood. Surviving besides his widow are a sister Sadie, wife of Curtis Reinert of Mertztown, and a brother Eugene of Bradenton, Fla. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 1, 1969, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Eliza Jane (nee Moll), wife of Oscar L. Schlegel, died suddenly from heart failure at her late home on Smith street at Topton yesterday morning, aged 62 years, 6 months and 16 days. The deceased was born in this city, a daughter of Ephraim B. and Helena (nee Sourwein) Moll. She was a devoted member of Grace Evangelical church at Kutztown and is survived by her husband and the following children: Sadie E., at home; C. LeRoy, of Emaus; Earl, of Leavenworth, Kansas; Eugene B., of Dryville; Irwin A., of Mertztown R.D. 2, and Edwin L., of Monterey. Seven grandchildren also survive as do a sister, Miss Bertha Moll and three brothers, Abner, Lovey and Victor Moll, all of this city. Funeral arrangements, which were not yet completed last night, will be announced tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 26, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Among the local survivors of Harold John Schlegel, who died Feb. 6 in his Muhlenberg Township residence, are a sister, Ruth (Schlegel) Acker, and a brother, Stanley Schlegel, both of Kutztown.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, February 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of Harry W. Schlegel, of Ruscombmanor Township, who died June 16 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient 11 days, are three sisters: Rita (Schlegel) Ollar, Rosemarie (Schlegel) Eppler, and Linda (Schlegel) Newth, all of Fleetwood.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held for Harry W. Schlegel, 71, of Mynes Road, Ruscombmanor Township, who died June 16 in Reading Hospital. Born in Exeter Township, he was employed 15 years in the packing department by Threshold Inc., last working June 6. Surviving are five sisters. Burial was in Zion (Spies) Church Cemetery, Alsace Township. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, June 25 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held for Harry W. Schlegel, 71, of Mynes Road, Ruscombmanor Township, who died June 16 in Reading Hospital. Born in Exeter Township, he was employed 15 years in the packing department by Threshold Inc., last working June 6. Surviving are five sisters. Burial was in Zion (Spies) Church Cemetery, Alsace Township. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 26 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Irwin A. Schlegel, foreman at the Topton foundry where he was employed for the past 28 years, died yesterday at his home, Mertztown R. 1, near Longswamp. He was 46 years old. Born in Allentown, a son of the late Oscar and Eliza, nee Moll, Schlegel, he was a member of Grace Evangelical church, Kutztown. Survivors are his wife, the former Clara Hieter and the following children, Florabell, wife of Norman Kramer, at home; Wayne, gunners mate second class with the Pacific fleet; Grant, shipfitter second class with the Pacific fleet; Lee, fireman first class, also in the Pacific area; Rayneld, seaman second class, Newport, R.I.; Irwin Jr., and anna, at home. Four brothers, LeRoy Schlegel, Wescosville; Earl schlegel, Pennsburg; Eugene Schlegel, Lyons Station; and Edwin Schlegel, Monterey; a sister, Mrs. Sadie Reinert, Mertztown R. 1, and a grandchild also survive.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 5, 1945, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]
Joseph K. Schlegel, 66, died last night at his home, 1030 Linden St., after having suffered an illness for several years. He had been bedfast since last Thursday. Mr. Schlegel was the husband of Katie A., nee Schiery, Schlegel, who survives him. He was a son of the late Reuben and Catherine, nee Kutz, Schlegel, and was born at Fleetwood. A machinist by trade, he retired 16 years ago. He held membership in St. Stephen's Lutheran church. Surviving, besides Mrs. Schlegel, are seven children, Anna M., John R., J. Lester, Mary C., Charles E. and William S., all at home, and Howard R., gunenrs mate third class in the U.S. Navy, stationed at Norfolk, Va. He is also survived by three sisters, Mrs. newton Manwiller, Boyertown; Mrs. Clara Hoch, Reading, and Mrs. George Bailey, Fleetwood. He was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters. One brother, Wilson, died only six weeks ago. Funeral arrangements will be completed today by the Trexler funeral home.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 4, 1946, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mary A., wife of Levi Schlegel, died of pneumonia at her home in Reading, aged 75 years. Deceased was born in Rockland township and was a daughter of the late Daniel and Hannah Dry. She leaves her husband and the following children: Wilfred, Brestius, Wilson, Charles, Herbert, Eleanora, Amelia, wife of Peter Gries; two grandchildren, a brother, Lewis, of Fleetwood, and a sister, Salome, widow of Henry Rothenberger, Reading.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 23, 1922, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held in St. Luke's Church, Shoemakersville, for Melvin G. Schlegel of Stony Run Village, Denver, Lancaster County, formerly of Shoemakersville, who died March 11 in Ephrata Community Hospital, where he was a patient for four days. He was taken to the hospital from Denver Nursing Home, Stevens, Lancaster County. Burial was in St. Luke's Cemetery. He was the husband of Elsie R. (Swoyer) Schlegel. Born in Fleetwood, he was a son of the late Pius and Alice (Stout) Schlegel. Until retiring in 1976, he was employed for many years as a business equipment service technician by Frieden Office Machine Co., Reading. Schlegel was a member of St. Luke's Church, Shoemakersville. Surviving is a son, Ronald M., Ephrata. There are five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, March 17, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
St Lawrence May 27 - Milton Schlegel died at 5:30 this morning at his home in this borough, aged 60 years and 10 days. He was a member of Reading Encampment, Progressive Americans; Lodge No 149. Beavers and the Lutheran Congregation of Spies Church. His wife died six years ago. There survive these children; Mary wife of Chester Schaeffer, Stinersville; Edwina, wife of Warren Auman, Stonetown; Amelia wife of Oswin Bauder, this borough; Alfred, this place, and Milton at home; these brothers ans sisters; George, Oley; Jacob, Gilbertsville; Mary widow of Edwin Trout, Pleasentville, and Clara, wife of Edward Herbine, Reading; also 17 grandchildren.
Funeral on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. daylight savings time. Funeral services in Spies Church. Rev. N. Luther Brownmiller officiating. Interment in adjoining cemetery in charge of Funereal Directors John F Lutz & Son of this borough.
[Source: Reading Eagle, May 27, 1930, p. 2. Submitted by Michelle.]
Oscar Lewis Schlegel, for many years a farmer in Berks county, died yesterday at the home of a son, Irvin Schlegel, at Long Swamp. He was aged 78 years. Mr. Schlegel has been retired since the death of his wife, Eliza Jane, nee Moll, Schlegel, several years ago. He held membership in the Grace Evangelical church, Kutztown. Surviving are the following children: C. LeRoy, Wescosville; Earl A., Pennsburg; Eugene B., Lyons; Irvin B., Long Swamp; Edwin L., Monterey, and Sadie B., wife of Curtis Reinert, Dryville. Also surviving are four brothers, William and Charles, Allentown; Ammon, Reading, and Raymond, Kutztown; and three sisters, Mrs. Katie Spohn, Trexlertown; Mrs. Alice Silsdorf, Kutztown, and Mrs. William Hauser, Reading. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the home of his son, Irvin Schlegel, Long Swamp, with continued services in Grace Evangelical church, Kutztown. Interment in Fairview cemetery, Kutztown.
Death notice: 78-3-5
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 24, 1942, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
William S. Schlegel, crossing watchman for the P. & R., while going to work Tuesday, was struck by engine 1526, eastbound freight train. He was taken cae by the proprietor of the Lyons Hotel, Robert Baro, at which place he expired soon afterward. The accident happened while Mr. Schlegel was coming to work and while waiting on a westbound freight to pass to enter his watch box, failing to hear the whistle of the east bound train and was hurled with some force to the side of the track. Willing hands who witnessed the sad accident ran to his assistance and took him to the home of Robert Barto and immediately called Dr. Roger. On his arrival life was extinct. Mr. Schlegel was employed by the P. & R. for 26 years. A number of years as trackwalker. He was a faithful employe and was well liked by all who knew him. The people in his community as the news was spread bowed their heads to this well liked gentleman. Mr. Schlegel leaves his wife and ten children.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 3, 1918, p. 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Wilson K. Schlegel, 213 N. Franklin St., Fleetwood, died at the home of his son, Herman, Arch St., Fleetwood, on Wednesday after a short illness. For 50 years a tinsmith and roofing contractor in Fleetwood and vicinity, he was 75 years of age. A son of the late Reuben and Kitty Ann (Kutz) Schlegel, he was born in Richmond township, Berks county. He was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran church, Fleetwood, and the Fleetwood Fire Co. Surviving are two sons, Raymond C. and Herman W., both of Fleetwood; also four grandchildren and three sisters: Lizzie, wife of Newton Manmiller, Boyertown; Mrs. Clar? Hoch, Reading, and Ida, wife of George Bailey, Fleetwood. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 2:15 p.m. in St. Paul's chapel in Fleetwood. Rev. William L. Kline of Topton will officiate. Interment will be made in Fleetwood cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 14, 1945, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]
Adelle Gloria Schleicher, infant daughter of Paul and Myrtle, nee Dierolf, Schleicher, died at the home of the parents, Cherry St., Topton, Monday night. She was aged one year. Besides the parents, there survive these brothers and sisters: Althea, Sinking Spring; Ellen, Topton; Jeanette, Paul, Robert, Richard, Leonard and Dallas, all of Topton; the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Ellen Dierolf, of Topton. Strictly private funeral services will be held from the late home on Thursday at 2 p.m. The Rev. William H. Klein will officiate and burial will be made in Union cemetery, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 20, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
A Kutztown resident, Wilson Schlenker, yesterday lost through death his wife, Cesta E. Schlenker and a half-sister, Katharina Annie Schlenker. Mrs. Schlenker died at 1:30 o'clock yesterday afternoon at the family residence, 160 W. Main St., Kutztown, aged 60 years, 3 months and 3 days. ... Mrs Schlenker was born in Lehigh county, a daughter of Charles and Emma, nee Kuhns, Tice. She is survived by her husband, a daughter, Sadie E., wife of Lawrence Rothermel, Fleetwood; two half-sisters and a half-brother, Carrie Tice and Willis Tice, E. Texas; and Ada, wife of Harry Walbert, Macungie R.D., as well as two grandsons, Franklin and Paul. She was a member of the Maxatawny church. The funeral will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Fritz funeral home, Noble St., Kutztown, with interment in Hope cemetery, Kutztown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 28, 1941, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Emma S. Schlenker, 81, a former resident of Topton, died Wednesday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clara Schille, 470 Abington Ave., East Orange, N.J., where she resided the last year. Mrs. Schlenker was a daughter of the late David and Sarah Maury Walbert. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton. Her husband, Charles H. Schlenker, died in 1950. Surviving with her daughter are two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, 107 S. Home Ave., Topton. Viewing from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 5, 1958, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]
Frederick O. Schlenker, 72, of 138 Wenz St., Kutztown, died Saturday in his home. He was the husband of Verna M. (Stetzler) Schlenker) He was employed by Fenstermacher & Son Hardware, Kutztown, until retiring in 1972. Born in Bowers, he was a son of the late John and Katie (Stroudt) Schlenker. He was a member of Christ (DeLongs) United Church of Christ, Bowers. Surviving besides his widow are four brothers, Herbert of York; Charles of Fleetwood R. 1; Paul of Lyons; and Harvey of Kutztown. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, September 1, 1974, page C-12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Grace Schlenker, 77, of Fleetwood R. 1, a retired school teacher, died Saturday in Laurel Nursing Home, West Hamburg. She was the wife of Charles L. Schlenker. Born in Rockland Township, she was a daughter of the late Jonathan and Lydia (Barto) Wanner. She taught for more than 30 years until retiring in 1962. Her last teaching position with in the elementary schools of Earl Township in Boyertown School District. She was a member of Christ United Church of Christ in Bowers. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Trexler & Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Funeral Notice (p. D-6): Age at death = 77 years, 11 months, 25 days. Buried, Bowers Union Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, May 12, 1974, page D-6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry Alfred Schlenker, a former businessman, of Kutztown, died suddenly at 1 o'clock Sunday morning at the home of his sister, Mrs. Calvin Yoder, aged forty-two years, six months and five days. Mr. Schlenker was in good health until last Friday night, when he was suddenly stricken. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Schlenker, both of whom died recently. The father passed away last October and the mother died on New Year's day. Mr. Schlenker was formerly a member of the firm of Sclenger Bros., wholesale liquor dealers. For the past year, he was employed as an engineer. These brothers and sisters survive: George A. and Wilson, Kutztown; John, Bowers Station; Mrs. Pierce Schell, Allentown; Mrs. Calvin Yoder and Mrs. Charles Clemmer, both of Kutztown. Three half-sisters, Mrs. Zacharias Matthias, Dreibelbis; Annie Schlenker, Norristown; and Mrs. William Leiby, Mahonoy City, survive; also a brother, Ollie Heiler, of Kutztown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 16, 1915, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ida L. D. (Scherer) Schlenker, wife of Elmer M. Schlenker, died yesterday at her home, Kutztown R. 1. She was 70 years old. A native of Lenhartsville, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Catherine (Grim) Schlenker. She belonged to the Lutheran congregation of New Bethel Zion church, Grimsville. In addition to her husband, a son, Roy W., Kutztown R. 1; a granddaughter, Irene Schlenker Grim; and a brother, Edwin A. Scherer, Kutztown R. 1, survive.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 16, 1948, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jacob Schlenker, aged 83 years and 12 days, died on Saturday, at Kutztown, of old age and gangrene. He was born in Greenwich township, where he was a farmer for many years. He retired 20 years ago and returned to Kutztown, where he located. His wife died just three months ago. He is survived by the following children: George, Kutztown; John, Bowers; Henry Alfred, Kutztown; Wilson, Kutztown; Clara, wife of Pierce Schel, Allentown; Rose, wife of Calvin Yoder, Kutztown; Cora, wife of Charles Clemmer, Kutztown; also three step-daughters: Clara, wife of Z. Mathias, Lenhartsville; Annie, Norristown; Polly, wife of L. Leiby, Mahanoy City; and 21 grandchildren. The funeral will be held in Trinity Lutheran Church at 2 p.m. Thursday, Rev. Robert B. Lynch officiating. Interment in Hope Cemetery by Undertaker J. H. Stump.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 4, 1915, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
A Kutztown resident, Wilson Schlenker, yesterday lost through death his wife, Cesta E. Schlenker and a half-sister, Katharina Annie Schlenker. ... Miss Schlenker expired yesterday morning at 4808 Kutztown Rd., Temple. She was aged 82 years. ... Miss Schlenker was born in Greenwich township, Berks county, a daughter of Jacob and Sarah, nee Long, Schlenker. She was a member of the Grimsville Reformed church. Surviving are the following step-brothers and sisters, George and Wilson, Kutztown; Rosa, wife of Calvin Yoder, Allentown; Mrs. Clara Schell, Allentown; and Cora, wife of Charles Clemmer, Allentown. The funeral will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Fritz funeral home, Noble St., Kutztown. Interment will be in the Grimsville cemetery. The Rev. Ira Klick will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 28, 1941, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Miss Mary E. Schlenker, 92, Sellersville, died Monday at Quakertown's Convalescent Home. She had resided in Sellersville until her recent illness. Born Sept. 16, 1861, in Greenwich Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Solomon and Sophia (Scherrer) Schlenker. A sister, Mrs. Katie Griscom, Cat Hill Road, Sellersville, survives.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 7, 1953, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
In this city, on the 17th inst., Willard S., son of Edwin A. and Katie (nee Stump) Schlenker, aged 27 years 9 months, 20 days. Relatives and friends and also all organizations of which he was a member are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of his parents, 1314 Muhlenberg St., Friday 1:30 p.m., Daylight Saving Time, at the house. Services in Christ Evangelical Church, 11th and Robeson Streets. Interment in Laureldale Cemetery. Remains may be viewed Thursday evening.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Reading, PA, May 20, 1931. Submitted by Betty.]
Schlesman - In Millersburg, January 10th, William Schlesman, husband of Catharine Schlesman, aged 71 years, 5 months and 25 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 25, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schlessman - In Bethel, March 6th, James Schlessman, son of John & Juddy Schlessman, aged 12 years, 2 months and 9 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 18, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Caroline Schlicher, widow of James Schlicher, died Saturday night at 10.30 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Sarah Landis, No. 321 Church street. Deceased had been suffering for some time and died from the effects of chronic bronchitis and old age. She was born in Berks county January 21, 1829, and had thus attained the age of 75 years, 1 months and 13 days. Her husband was a miller and operated an establishment for many years in Lowhill township. For many years she had been a resident of this city, most of which she had lived with her daughter, Mrs. Landis. She was a devout member of Seibert U.E. Church, from which her funeral will be held on Thursday at 2.30 p.m. She is survived by one son, James Schleicher, of this city, and five daughters, Mrs. Sarah Landis, Mrs. Martha Knerr and Adora, of this city; Mrs. Louis A. Miller, of Guthsville, and Katura, of Fogelsville. Charles Reinhard, of Reading, is a brother, and Mrs. Susan Rohrbach, of Longswamp, and Miss Mary Reinhard, of this city, are surviving sisters.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 7, 1904, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Charles F. Schlicher of 948 Main St., Pennsburg, died Saturday in Allentown Hospital. He was 79. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Menno and Sarah (Marks) Schlicher. Surviving with his widow, Gertie (Trumbauer) Schlicher, are two daughters, Mrs. Florence Zepp of Quakertown and Beulah, wife of Martin Catherman of Pennsburg; three brothers, Harvey of Corning, Herbert of Pottstown and Clarence of Boyertown; three sisters, Mrs. Katie Schantz of Spinnerstown, Mrs. Sarah Reigner of Pennsburg and Mrs. Bertha Triechler of Hereford; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow in the Benner Funeral Home, Red Hill. Viewing will be from 7:30 - 8:30 tonight.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 4, 1963, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Reuben Schlicher, of near Shamrock, died Monday evening of pneumonia, aged 76 years. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Henry Butz, with whom he resided; one brother, Jonas, of Saucon. Funeral on Saturday at 9.30 a.m. from his late home. Services and burial at Ziegel Church, Rev. Nevin Helfrich officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 1, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Susan (Bieber) Schlicher, wife of the late Henry G. Schlicher, died at 9:30 am. Yesterday in the Allentown hospital after being hospitalized for four weeks. In failing health for the last several years, she resided with a son, George M. Schlicher, 2056 Virginia St. Born in Berks county, she had resided in Allentown since 1910. She was a member of the Reformed wing of Zion Lehigh church. She is survived by two sons, George, with whom she resided; Harry R., Coplay; and four grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers, George Bieber, Emmaus, and Benjamin Bieber, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 26, 1947, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schlier -- In Shoemakersville, September 12th, Elias Schlier, husband of Emmeline S. Reiter, aged 35 years, 5 months and 2? days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 25, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Harold A. Schlieve, 85, Muhlenberg Township, died May 14 at noon in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for one day. He had been predeceased by his wife, Myrle N. (Weber) Schlieve. Born in Temple, he was a son of the late Wilson E. and Edna (Rothenberger) Schlieve. Schlieve had been employed for 11 years by Allied Corp., Reading, retiring as shipping supervisor in January 1983. He was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Hyde Park. Schlieve was an Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by a granddaughter, Kelly S. Schlieve, Columbus, Ohio; and two grandsons, Kent D. and Kirk M. Schlieve, both of Muhlenberg Township. There are also two great-grandchildren. Schlieve was predeceased by a son, David A., on June 6, 1979. Private graveside services will be in Alsace Cemetery, Hyde Park. Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, May 16, 2005. Submitted by Nancy McD.]
Services were held for Betty A. Schlottman, 74, of Hill Avenue, Amity Township, who died November 10 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient. Her husband, Robert A. Schlottman Jr., died in 1977. She was born in Walnuttown. Surviving is a daughter, Sheila (Schlottman) Heller, Amity Township. Other survivors include two brothers, Franklin Stufflet, Birdsboro, and Paul Stufflet, Brodheadsville, Monroe County; and a sister, Ellen (Kline) Debiec, Mohnton. There are also a granddaughter and a great-grandson. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, was in charge of handling the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, November 20, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Funeral Services for four-year old Shirley D Schlottman, who was strangled to death in her home, 210 Hudson St., on Sunday, will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. instead of Thursday, at the F.F. Seidel Funeral Chapel, to permit the father, Private Warren L Schlottman, to return from Camp Adair, OR. The child died when pinned between a chest of drawers, which upset, and the footend of a bed. Interment will be made in Becker’s (St. Peter’s) Cemetery. The Rev. Luther F Schlenker will officiate.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 31, 1945. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Fleetwood, Aug. 5 (Special). Simon M. Schlottman died from complications at his home in Richmond township, just north of this borough, aged 74 years and 4 days. Death followed an illness of two weeks. He was a son of the late Marks and Naomi (Hoyer) Schlottman. He was a former resident of Ruscombmanor township and engaged in farming for many years. He was a charter member of Camp 68, P.O.S. of A., Hyde Park. There survive his widow, Elizabeth (Kemp) Schlottman; these children: John L., this borough; Benjamin H., Temple; Lloyd E., at home; Florence, wife of George D. Moyer, Weisenberg township; Meretta, wife of Ephraim Hartz; Leroy M., this borough; Robert A., Blandon; Jerome R., Fleetwood R.D.; G. Theresa, wife of Joseph Belz; Ruth E., wife of Earl Becker, Reading; Larue, at home; Sarah J., wife of Herbert Manmiller, Pricetown; A. Helen, at home; 16 grandchildren; three brothers and one sister; George, Reading; Edward, William and S. Martha Bernharts. Funeral on Thursday at 1 p.m. from the home. Further services in St. Paul's Chapel, Rev. J.B. Landis officiating. Interment in Gernant's Church Cemetery, in charge of Funeral Director J.W. Stump, of town.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 5, 1929. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Among the local survivors of James W. Schmale, Birdsboro, who died Dec. 10 in Reading Hospital, is a half brother, David Fix, Fleetwood.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, December 18, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Agnes M. Schmeck, 81, died Sunday at 3:50 p.m. in her Hamburg R.D. 2, Richmond Township residence. She was the wife of Nicholas G. Schmeck. Born in Richmond Township, she was a daughter of the late Nelson S. and Elda S. (Borrel) Rothermel. Schmeck was employed for several years by the former Western Electric Co., now Lucent Technologies, Muhlenberg Twp., retiring in 1976. She is also survived by Fay E., wife of Vincent H. Hart, Oley. Other survivors include a brother, Edward Rothermel, Riverview Park; and a sister, Pearl, wife of Max Kohl, Reading. There are also two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, September 23, 1996. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Austin Schmeck, a former Muhlenberg Township commissioner, died Saturday night at 10:20 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Jan 3.
Schmeck 66, of 3114 Harrison Ave., Muhlenberg Park, had served a term on the board of commissioners in the 1960s. During that time, he had acted as roadmaster of the township.
He also served as a policeman for the township for five years.
Schmeck was the husband of Grace M. (Ulrich) Schmeck.
Born in Temple, he was a son of the late Wellington Y. and Mary (Glass) Schmeck.
A Mariner veteran of World War II, he was a member of Epler’s United Church of Christ, Leesport R.D.1.
He was employed by Windsor services Inc., for 15 years, retiring in April 1983.
In addition to his widow, he is survived by a son Lynn A. at home; a daughter Elyse A., wife of John K Showalter, Sinking Spring; and a grandchild.
Four brothers John G. of Dunedin, FL, Nicholas of Moselem Springs, Paul G. of Hyde Crest and Wayne of Birdsboro. Also two sisters; Sally, widow of Jay Lantz, Hyde Park, and Marcella wife of Charles Fegley, South Temple.
The Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 20, 1984. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Clayton W. Schmeck, 87, of Reading, died Monday. He was predeceased by his wife Esther E. (Krick) Schmeck Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Franklin W. Schmeck, Jr. and Martha (Lafferty) Schmeck. Schmeck was employed for 29 years as a truck driver for the former Reading Co., now Conrail, retiring in 1970. Surviving are two sisters Ruth, wife of Luther Long, and Virginia, wife of Raymond Hoster, both of Reading. Other survivors include five grandchildren and 7 great grand children. He was predeceased by a daughter, Barbara L. Zigler.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. November 6, 1996. Submitted by Michelle.]
Clayton W Schmeck, 87, of 125 N 10th St. died Monday morning in Community General Hospital. He was predeceased by his wife Esther E (Krick) Schmeck. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Franklin W Schmeck Jr. and Martha (Lafferty) Schmeck.
Schmeck was employed for 29 years as a truck driver by the former Reading Co., now Conrail, retiring in 1971. Surviving ate two sisters, Ruth, wife of Luther Long, and Virginia wife of Raymond Hoster, both of Reading. Other survivors include five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Barbara L Ziegler.
Services and burial will be private. John P. Feeney Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 6, 1996, p. B-4. Submitted by Michelle.]
Cylesta C. Schmeck, 86, of 301 Dorchester Ave., Lincoln Park died Friday at 3 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since Dec 29. Her Husband Raymond B Schmeck died May 25 1973. Born in Spring Township, she was the daughter of the late Charles And Edith (Mogel) Hettinger. Schmeck was employed 18 years as a seamer for the former Busy Bee Hosiery Co. Inc., Reading.
She was a member of the Lincoln Park Community United Methodist Church.
Surviving is a daughter Geraldine G (Schmeck) Wiley, Liberty, NY. Other survivors include a sister, Adah (Hettinger) Hamaker, in Delaware, and two grandsons.
Services will be Tuesday at noon in the Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 27, 1999. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
In Hyde Park of the 15th, Daniel Schmeck, aged 87 years 7 months and 28 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, in Hyde Park, on Monday at 9:30 a.m. at the house. Services and Interment at Spies Church.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 17, 1913. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Services for Daniel R Schmeck, 71, of 2741 5th St Highway, Hyde Park, who died Thursday morning at Reading Hospital, where he was a patient for one day will be held on Monday at 1:30 p.m.
The Rev. Samuel C Jaxheimer will officiate on the Gibson & Sanders Funeral Home. Burial will be made in Alsace Cemetery.
Born in Hyde Park, a son of the late Wellington and Mary (Glass) Schmeck, he had been employed as a brakeman by the Reading Co. for 40 years before retiring in 1961.
An Army veteran of World War I. Mr. Schmeck was a member of the Goodwill Fire Co., Hyde Park.
He is survived by a daughter Virginia wife of Kenneth B. McNabb, Reading; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Two sisters, Sallie, wife of Jay Lantz, Hyde Park, and Marcella, wife of Charles Fegley, South Temple, and seven brothers; Wayne, Birdsboro; William, Hyde Park; Nicholas, Moselem Springs; Austin Muhlenberg Park; Paul, Hyde Crest; Howard, Phoenix, AZ.; and John Dunedin, FL.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 28, 1969. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Edna I. Schmeck, 92 formerly of Heath Avenue, Muhlenberg Twp., died Mar 17 in Kutztown Manor Inc., where she had resided since Oct 15, 2001.
She was the wife of Paul G. Schmeck also a resident at Kutztown Manor.
Born in Reading she was a daughter of the late Howard and Laura (Dumb) Lenhart.
Schmeck also survived by a daughter, Jean L. (Schmeck) Elmo-Volz, Charlotte, N.C. two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Services will be private in Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc. Burial will be private.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 18, 2003. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Esther M Schmeck 88 formerly of 12 36 Schuylkill Ave., died Saturday at 3 am in St Joseph Medical Center, where she has been a patient since May 19. Her husband Irvin H Schmeck, died Sept 25 1888. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Harry M and Annie E (Schlottman) Zellers.
Schmeck was employed for 15 years as a saleswoman for the Wetherhold and Metzger shoe store, Reading. She was a member of Grace Alsace United Church of Christ, Hyde Park. Schmeck is survived by a daughter, Carol J (Schmeck) Caccese, Riverview Park, with whom she last resided. Other survivors include two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Grace Alsace Church. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Sanders Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, May 28, 2000, p. B-12. Submitted by Michelle.]
Grace M. Scheck, 74 of 3114 Harrison Ave., Muhlenberg Park, died Monday at 7:36 a.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since Sunday.
Her husband died Feb 18 1984.
Born in Bern Township, she was the daughter of the late George A and Lillie R. (Haag) Ulrich.
She was a member of Epler’s United Church of Christ, Bern Township.
Survivors include a daughter, Elyse A., wife of Stephen C. Ross, Bernville R.D.1; a son Lynn A., at home; a sister Helen M., wife of Ralph Kauffman, Hyde Park, and a granddaughter.
Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 17, 1992. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Private services were held for Harry J. Schmeck, 74, of Cotton Street, Reading, who died June 14 in St. Joseph Medical Center, Born in Gibraltar, Schmeck was employed for 20 years as a bartender in various Berks establishments until his retirement. Schmeck, who resided with Nancy J. Kostival, is survived by a son, Barry, Spring Township; and two daughters, Alice (Schmeck) Swist, Birdsboro, and Mary (Schmeck) May, Laureldale. Other survivors include a sister, Alice (Schmeck) Degler, Gibraltar; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The Kopicki-Bradley Funeral Home Inc., Reading, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, June 25 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Helen A. Schmeck 93, of 528 Columbia Ave., Temple formerly of 403 N, Fifth St., died Friday at 2:45 a.m., in the Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since May 18.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Adam and Katie (Maderia) Schmeck.
Schmeck was employed for 50 years as an assistant mortician at Francis F Seidel Funeral Home Inc., retiring in 1987.
Surviving are her half sister, Miriam, widow of Harry Herb, a resident of Wyomissing Nursing & Rehabilitation Center; and a nephew, Richard Good, with whom she resided.
Also surviving are several other nephews.
Services will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading. Burial will be in Alsace Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 10, 1995. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Howard E Schmeck 77 Elizabeth Ave, Temple R D 1, died this morning at 5:15 o'clock, in the Reading Hospital and Medical Center, where he was admitted Feb 12.
The Walter R Christ Funeral Home, Laureldale, has charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 28, 1978, p. 34. Submitted by Michelle.]
Howard H Schmeck, 86, died yesterday in his home, Reading R D 2 along the Pottsville Pike. Prior to his retirement 27 years ago he was a supply clerk for the Reading Co.
Schmeck was a son of the late Daniel and Hannah (Heckman) Schmeck and a member of Good Shepherd Evangelelical and Reformed Church, Tuckerton; P & R Relief Assn. and Junita Tribe, Improved Order of Red Men. His wife Millie I (Rothermel) Schmeck preceded him in death.
Surviving are a daughter Catharine, wife of Samuel L Rieser, at home and a granddaughter, Mary S Rieser, Philadelphia.
Services Saturday at 11 a. m. in F F Seidel, Inc., Funeral Parlors, the Rev Jeremiah r Rothermel officiating. Burial in Hinnershitz Cemetery, Tuckerton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, October 28, 1953, p. 47. Submitted by Michelle.]
Irvin Schmeck, 76, of 1431 Monroe St., died last night in St Joseph Hospital. He was a son of the late Henry and Catherine (Heller) Schmeck. Surviving are two sons, Irvin H and Richard S., both of Reading; four grandchildren and two brothers, Harry H and Frank, both of Reading. For 29 years he was employed as steward at the Keystone Bungalow and for 10 years in the same capacity for the Penn Wheelmen. He retired several years ago.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. in the Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev Paul L Rahn officiating. Burial will be made in Forest Hills Memorial Park.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 15, 1965, p. 21. Submitted by Michelle.]
Irvin H Schmeck, 79, died Sunday morning of natural causes in his residence at 1236 Schuylkill Ave. He was the husband of Esther M (Zeller) Schmeck. Born in Reading, he was a son of Elsie M (Hinnershitz) Schmeck and the late Irvin Schmeck.
Schmeck had been employed as a bartender for 36 years by the Veterans Fireman's Association. He last had been employed as a school bus aide by the Berks County Intermediate Unit for five years retiring in 1986. He was a member of Grace Alsace United Church of Christ, Hyde Park.
In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by a daughter, Carol J, wife of Dominic S Caccese, Riverview Park, and two grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Also a brother, Richard S., Reading.
The Sanders Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, September 26, 1988, p. 29. Submitted by Michelle.]
In Hyde Park, on the 12th, J. Adam Schmeck, 213 Jefferson St., Hyde Park, aged 87 years and 30 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services, without further notice, from F. F. Seidels Funeral Chapel, 117 N. 5th St., Saturday at 1:30 p.m.. Interment in Hinnershitz Cemetery. Friends may call at the Funeral Home Friday evening. Please omit flowers.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 14, 1936. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Katharine, wife of Thomas H Schmeck, died Sunday morning at her home, at Hyde Park, aged 64 years. She was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church. There survive her husband, a step-daughter, Mrs John Hassler; at home; two brothers, Charles Mertz, Allentown; Edgar Mertz, Reading, and a sister, Mrs Annie Bush, Reading.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 22, 1926, p. 2. Submitted by Michelle.]
Marie Schmeck, 88, of 1096 E Main St., Douglassville, died Thursday at 10:25 p.m. in Pottstown Medical Center, where she had been a patient one day. She was the wife of Wayne A Schmeck. Born in Baumstown, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Ida (Kinsey) Faber.
She is also survived by two sons, Wayne E., at home, and Daniel B., East Coventry Township, Chester County. Other survivors include three grandchildren.
Services will be private in Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro. Burial will be in Birdsboro Cemetery
[Source: Reading Eagle, December 20, 1996. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Mrs. Mary (Glass) Schmeck,77, wife of Wellington Y. Schmeck, 132 Madison Ave., Hyde Park, died yesterday in Community General Hospital.
Born in Muhlenberg Township a daughter of the laste Amos and Esther Hettie (Heckman) Glass. Mrs. Schmeck was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by nine sons: Daniel R. and John A., both of Reading; William H., Nicholas G and Paul G., all of Hyde Park; W. Edgar of Yellow House: Wayne A., of Douglassville; Howard E., of Pilot Rock., OR, and Austin G of Muhlenberg Park.
Two daughters: Sallie G., wife of J. D. Lantz, Hyde Park, and Marcella, wife of Charles Fegley, South Temple; 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; a brother John of Gibraltar and three sisters; Amanda, widow of Samuel Weand, and Mrs. Katie Aulenbach, both of Reading and Nora wife of Daniel Haas, Douglassville.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 1 p.m. in the Lutz Funeral Home. The Rev. Dr. Lester E. Fetter will officiate. Burial will be made in Alsace Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 18, 1957. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Services will be held for Millie Mae (Quinter) Schmeck, 78, of White Bear Road, Birdsboro, who died February 22 in Reading Hospital and Medical Center. She was the widow of Lucian Oliver Schmeck. Born in Allentown, she was a homemaker. Schmeck was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Gibraltar. Surviving is a son, David K. Schmeck, Birdsoro, with whom she resided; a daughter, Linda M. Fischer of Reading; one sister and one grandchild. Contributions may be made to St. John's United Church of Christ, P.O. Box 276, Birdsboro, PA 19508 or Caring Hospice Services, 400 Commerce Drive, Suite C, Fort Washington, PA 19034. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Dengler Funeral Home, 144 Spruce St., Birdsboro. The Rev. Sterling Fritz will officiate. A viewing will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Gibraltar.
[Source: Southern Berks News, February 26, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Nicholas G. Schmeck, 87, of Moselem Springs Road, Richmond Township, died Oct 23 in his residence. His wife Agnes N (Rothermel) Schmeck died Sep 22 1996. Born in Muhlenberg Township, Schmeck was a son of the late Wellington and Mary (Glass) Schmeck. He was employed for many years by Windsor Service Corp., Muhlenberg Township, and also a former constable for Muhlenberg Township. Schmeck also was a life member if the Goodwill Fire Company, Hyde Park.
Schmeck is survived by a daughter Fay E (Schmeck) Hart, Oley: a brother, Wayne Schmeck, Birdsboro; and a sister Marcella (Schmeck) Fegley, Temple. Other survivors include two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, October 24, 2001. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Oscar Y. Schmeck, 100 of 223 S. Spruce St., Birdsboro died Wednesday morning in the Reading Nursing Center, West Reading, where he had been since March. Employed by the Reading Co. from 1906 until retiring in 1947, he had been a director of the Conestoga Telephone Co. for 48 years before retiring in 1969. He had been secretary for the company for over 30 years. Schmeck had been a justice of the peace in Birdsboro from 1926-1932. He was a graduate of the former H.Y. Stoner Business College, Reading.
The husband of Lillie M. (Schweitzer) Schmeck, he was born in Alsace Township, a son of J. Adam and Sarah (Yoder) Schmeck. He was a member of the St Mark’s Lutheran Church, Birdsboro. Surviving are two sons: Harold S of Delran, NJ., and Luther L. of Birdsboro, and four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
The Shalkop Funeral Home, Birdsboro, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 26, 1982. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Wayne a Schmeck, 101, formerly of Union Township, died Dec 27, 2006, at 10:20 a.m. in ManorCare Health Services, Pottstown, where he had resided for the past six years.
His wife L. Marie (Faber) Schmeck, died Dec 19, 1996.
Born in Hyde Park, he was a son of the late Wellington and Mary (Glass) Schmeck.
Schmeck was employed for 25 years by the John T Dyer Quarry, Union Township, retiring in 1967.
Surviving are two sons, Daniel B., husband of Lucille F Schmeck, North Coventry Township, Chester County, and Wayne E Schmeck, Malvern.
Other survivors include three grandchildren and a step great-grandson.
Services will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the Dengler Funeral Home Inc., 144 N. Spruce St., Birdsboro, with the Rev. Verne E Snyder officiating. Burial will be in Birdsboro Cemetery, Union Township. Viewing will be held one hour prior to the services in the funeral home.
[Source: Reading Eagle, December 28, 2006. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Wellington Yoder Schmeck, 90, died Monday July 4, in Hyde Park. Born in Alsace Township, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Adam Schmeck, he was preceded in death in 1957 by his wife Mary (Glass) Schmeck. Before retiring, Schmeck had been employed as a fireman by the former Rosedale Knitting Mills. He was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church and the Goodwill Fire Co., Hyde Park.
Surviving are two daughters, Sally, wife of Jay Lantz. Hyde Park, and Marcella, wife of Charles Fegley, South Temple; William of Hyde Park; Wayne, of Birdsboro; Howard of Phoenix AZ; Howard of Dunedin FL; Nicholas of Moselem Springs; Austin of Muhlenberg Park; and Paul of Hyde Crest. Sixteen grandchildren; two brothers Ammon of Laureldale and Oscar of Birdsboro, and two sisters, Alice wife of Samuel Leinbach, Temple and Hannah, wife of Scott Kiefer, in Florida.
Services will be held in the Mertz Funeral Home Laureldale, the Rev. Larry R Hassler officiating. Burial will follow in Alsace Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 6, 1966. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
On the 22nd William H Schmeck of Hyde Park, age 73 years. Services from Milkins Funeral Home, 4914 Kutztown Rd., Temple, Friday at 10:30 a.m. Interment in Alsace Cemetery. The family request no flowers be sent. No viewing.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 23, 1977. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Kutztown, June 9 -- Bernard Schmehl, 218 South Fourteenth street, for many years sales manager for the Barrett company of New York city, died at his home, 4:30 yesterday, following an illness of 15 months. He was 58. Mr. Schmehl, a native of Kutztown, was a son of the late Nathan S. and Louisa S. (Scheidt) Schmehl) and attended the Kutztown public schools, Keystone State Normal school, from which he was graduated in 1893, and the Allentown Business College, class of 1897. He was married 30 years ago to Kathryn O'Malley, who survives him. Mr. Schmehl was a member of Olivet Lodge, No. 607, F. and A.M., the Mileta, Royal Arch Lodge, Chapter No. 184, of Philadelphia, and a former member of the Elks club, of this city. He was also a member of Christ Lutheran Church of New York city. One son, Bernard, Jr., preceded him in death. Funeral, Thursday at 2 p.m., at the house. Further services at 3:15 p.m. in Kutztown Gonser Memorial Church. Burial in Fairview Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 9, 1936. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Mrs. Cenia (Fenstermacher) Schmehl, wife of Horace Schmehl, died yesterday at her home, 262 E. Walnut St., Kutztown. She was 73 years old. Mrs. Schmehl, a native of Longswamp township, was a member of Trinity Lutheran church, Kutztown. She leaves her husband and one son, John R. Schmehl of Shillington.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 10, 1949, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Eugene N. Schmehl, 75, Kenhorst, died July 15 at 10:25 a.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., West Reading, where he had been a patient since June 29. He was the husband of Jennie T. (DiFederico) Schmehl. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Howard J. and Alice E. (Arnold) Schmehl. Schmehl had been last employed for 10 years as an area sales merchandiser by Brown & Williamson Tobacco Co., based in Kentucky, retiring in July 2003. He was a member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Reading. Schmehl was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. He is also survived by a son, Ronald E., Shillington. Other survivors include a brother, William R., Reading. There are also two grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Peter's Church. Entombment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Laureldale. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 16, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Schmehl--In Bern township, on the 31st ult., Hannah Schmehl (nee Betz), widow of Lewis Schmehl, aged 60 years, 7 months and 27 days. Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from her late residence in Bern township, near Fairview Hotel, on Tuesday April 5 at 9:30 a.m. at the house. Services and interment at Epler's Church. Trains will meet all early trains at Leesport on P. & R.R. road.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, April 2, 1910. Submitted by Nancy.]
Horace Schmehl, 82, 263 E. Walnut St., Kutztown, retired employe of the Kutztown Foundry and Machine Corp., died early Friday morning in the Allentown Hospital. A native of Kutztown, he was a son of the late Augustus and Catharine (Hertzel) Schmehl. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown, and was president of the church corporation. He also was a member of Kutztown Castle of the KGE and of the board of Hope Cemetery Assn., of Kutztown. He is survived by a son, John R. Schmehl, at home. His wife, C. Senia (Fenstermacher) Schmehl, preceded him in death by five years. Services from the Fritz and Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown, Tuesday at 2 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 11, 1954, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schmehl--Dec. 9, in Ruscombmanor, of apoplexy, Jacob Schmehl, aged 84 years.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 2, 1880. Submitted by Nancy.]
John Schmehl, of Reading, who was operated on at the Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, died at the institution Tuesday. Deceased, who was 64 years of age, was born and reared in Reading, and was employed at the Keystone furnace. Besides his widow, Eva (nee Schlasman), there survive a daughter, Sarah, wife of Jeremiah Schwambach, Emaus; a son, Charles, of Reading, and two grandchildren. Deceased was a member of the Relief Association of the Keystone Furnace and Alsace Reformed Church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 12, 1907, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Truman S. Schmehl, 81, formerly of 28 S. 7th St., Allentown, died yesterday in Cedarbrook. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Nathan and Louisa (Scheidt) Schmehl. He was associated with his father in the hardware business in Kutztown for many years. He was predeceased by his wife, Anna (Keiser) Schmehl. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. John U. Miller, Kutztown, and Mrs. Harry S. Walker Sr., Nazareth R. 1. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the Schaeffer Funeral Home, 346 W. Main St., Kutztown. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 12, 1962, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Rose A. (Schneck) Schmeltzle, 79, died at 3:50 p.m. yesterday in her home along Allentown R. 2. A native of Longswamp township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Mary Ann (Geiger) Schneck. Mrs. Schmeltzle was a member of Western Salisbury Lutheran church. She leaves her husband, Robert V. Schmeltzle; two sons, Henry, at home, and George, Allentown R. 3; one daughter, Mrs. Robert Folk of Emmaus; 13 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 15, 1950, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry Schmick, brother of Alfred Schmick, jeweler, of Emaus, died at the latter's residence on Saturday. Deceased was a sufferer from Bright's disease for some time. He was aged 28 years. Burial will be made at the Longswamp Church, Thursday. It was while on a visit that Mr. Schmick died of diabetes, after a few days' illness. He had been ill for many years from the disease, but was suddenly overcome while on the visit. He was unmarried. The body was removed to his parents' home at Maple Grove.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 28, 1897, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Horatio A. (Rash) Schmick, 76, husband of Annie Schock Schmick, died yesterday at his home, 2506 S. 5th St., Allentown. Schmick was a retired bricklayer. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Oliver and Emma Roth Schmick. He lived in Allentown the last 20 years. He was a member of Zion Lehigh United Church of Christ, Alburtis. He played trombone with the old Emaus Band for 30 years. Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Emma, wife of William Hillegass, Emmaus, and Mrs. Pauline Boyer, Alburtis; three sons, Henry and Horatio, both of emmaus, and George, Alburtis; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Fred, Allentown; Casper, Emmaus, and William, Merchantville, N.J., and a sister, Mrs. Laura Schaup, Emmaus. Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday in the Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 10, 1960, page 48. Submitted by Jerri.]
In Hamburg, on Sunday, Sept. 21st, John Henry Schmick, aged 40 years, 8 month s and 6 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of his father, Elias Schmick, near Hamburg, in Tilden township, on Thursday morning, Sept. 25, at 10 o'clock. Services in St. John's church, Hamburg.
[Source: Reading Eagle, September 23, 1890. Submitted by: Nancy.]
The funeral of the late Wm. Schmick was held on Saturday forenoon. Deceased died on the 27th ult. He resided with his daughter here, Mrs. Frank Hensinger. He was sick with liver complaint and brought his age to 75 years. Deceased was a native of Longswamp and was buried at the Longswamp church. Rev. Mr. Humbert officiated. The following children survive: Alfred and Oliver, of Emaus; Augustus, of Fleetwood; James, of Maple Grove; Mrs. Frank Hensinger, of town, and Mrs. Samuel Stevens, of Ambler.
[Source: Emaus News, Macungie Progress, Macungie, Pennsylvania, Thursday, September 5, 1901, page 4][Source: Emaus News, Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 5, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
In Bern, February 12th, Anna Barbara Schmidt, mother of Henry Schoewalter, aged 87 years, 3 months and 1 day.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 28, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
On the 5th inst., Frederick W. Schmidt Jr., husband of Irene M. (nee Jabkowski) Schmidt, of 50 W. Lincoln Rd., Linstead, age 53 years. The Rev. Gunther J. Stippich will officiate at services from the Theo. C. Auman, Inc. Funeral Parlors, 247 Penn St., Monday at 3 p.m. Interment in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, December 7, 1963. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Schmidt--In Kutztown, Dec. 21, Sarah Anna Schmidt, wife of John Schmidt, aged 55 years, 3 months and 15 days.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 2, 1880. Submitted by Nancy.]
Schmoyer -- In Trexlertown, January 3d, Adam Albright, son of Elias Abraham, and Mary Ann Schmoyer, aged 4 years, 8 months, and 19 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 24, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Alice, wife of Llewellyn Schmoyer, aged 54 years, died Tuesday at her home near Kroninger's greenhouses from a complication of diseases, after an illness of only two days. She is survived by her husband, these children: Mrs. Mahlon Boehm, of Topton; Minerva, Adam, Arthur and Dorothy, at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Haas, of Topton; and three brothers, James and William Haas, of Topton; and Jeremiah Haas, of Pennsburg. The funeral will be held from her late home on Saturday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Services at the house will be followed by services in the Mertztown church, with burial in the cemetery adjoining.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 16, 1920, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Carrie E. Schmoyer of Shamrock, Berks county, died at 3 p.m. yesterday in Allentown hospital, where she had been a patient since May 22. Miss Schmoyer was 65 years old. A daughter of the late James W. and Mary (Kocher) Schmoyer, she was born in Upper Macungie township, Lehigh county, but had lived in Shamrock the last 12 years. A sister, Mrs. Edward Knappenberger of Cetronia, survives.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 15 1948, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]
Charles E. Schmoyer of 755 Lincoln Ave., Pottstown, died Saturday night in the Pottstown Hospital where he was a patient for four days. He was 77. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Manassas G. and Mary A. Schiffert Schmoyer. He moved to Pottstown 14 years ago after residing most of his life at Macungie R. 1. Schmoyer retired five years ago after working as a machine operator for Dana Corp., Pottstown. He was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Lehigh Church, Alburtis R. 1; Fraternal Order of Tigers, Allentown, and the United Auto Workers Union, Pottstown. Surviving are seven sons, the Rev. Paul E. Schmoyer, Reading; Arthur M., with whom he resided; Charles W. and Howard G., both of Pottstown R.D.; Henry H., Louisville, Ky.; Richard F., Macungie R. 1, and Wilson D., Perkiomenville R.D.; two daughters, Anna M., wife of Earl R. Geist, Allentown, and Erma C., wife of C. Richard Frye, Pottstown R.D.; nine brothers, Frank, Boyertown; William, Erwin and Walter, all of Allentown; Robert, Alburtis; John, Macungie R. 1; Clarence, Mertztown; Edgar, Fullerton and Horace, Fogelsville; three sisters, Mrs. Harry Lauer and Mrs. Abraham Hess, both of Macungie R.D., and Mrs. Wilmer Lynn, Lyons, and 20 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Lizzie A. M. Gehris Schmoyer, and two sisters, Priscill and Mary. Services will be at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in Lehigh Church, Alburtis R. 1, with viewing 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 23, 1959, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Cora E. Schmoyer, a resident of Macungie R. 1 for 47 years, died yesterday in the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. D. Burnell Schmoyer, 501 E. Main St., Macungie. She was 81. Mrs. Schmoyer has been ill four years and bedfast 13 months. She lived with her son and daughter-in-law for 11 weeks. She was born in Berks County, a son (sic, daughter) of the late David F. and Anna M. (Trexler) Roth. She was a member of the Lutheran wing of Ziegel's Union Church. Mrs. Schmoyer was married twice. Her first husband, Edwin M. Hervert, died 53 years ago, and her second, Ulysses A. Schmoyer, died seven years ago. She is survived by another son, Charles E., Macungie R. 1; four daughters, Mrs. Daisy M. Mohr, Allentown; Elda R., wife of Albert Wenner, Doylestown; Anna M., wife of James Bauscher, Reading, and Maisie M., wife of Ray Koehler, New Hope R.D.; three brothers, Anson, Kempton R. 1, and Cyrus and Irwin, both of Reading; two sisters, Mrs. Bromella Miller, Kempton, and Mrs. Charles Widmyer, Reading, and 16 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville.
[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday, November 11, 1957, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]
Death Notice (p. 7): Age at death = 81 years, 7 months, 26 days Buried, Ziegel's Union Church Cemetery
Mrs. Crisilda K. Schmoyer, widow of Charles M. Schmoyer, died Monday night at the Allentown hospital, where she was a patient since last November. She was 84 years old and lived at 77 Noble St., Kutztown. Born in Shamrock (Berks), a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Abraham Schaeffer, she was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Lehigh church. She is survived by two sons, Rev. Arthur H., of Niagara Falls, N.Y.; Dr. Paul, of Brookville, Pa.; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Schlechter, of Allentown. Two sons and a daughter preceded her in death. Rev. Carl Neudoerffer will officiate at the services which will be held at 1.30 p.m. Thursday at Mrs. Schmoyer's home in Kutztown, and will be continued in Lehigh church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 30, 1946, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
On Wednesday last Daniel Schmoyer, one of Lower Macungie's oldest citizens, residing on the Lehigh mountain, near Siesholtzville, went peacefully out, he being on that day garnered as a ripened sheaf by the harvester, and given his rest. He brought his age to 91 years, leaving to those who survive him the treasurer of a character that was blameless, and a reputation so spotless that over it no single shadow or stain has ever been cast. His death was caused by heart disease, and was sudden. He was a man of a height of over six feet, and so well preserved that last summer he worked in haying and harvesting equally as well as those his junior by 50 years, and last winter spent most of his days in timber cutting for Mr. Peter Ruch on the mountain, he still being capable of doing a full day's work. He had longed passed the allotted span of life, but, as already said, was remarkably well preserved. He had been a widower for many years. He is survived by a number of children, the eldest being near 70 years of age. Some four or five of his grandchildren live in and about Macungie. He was a near relative of the numerous Schmoyer family residing on the Flats, in Lower Macungie, and of the family of Daniel Mohr, Esq. The funeral took place on Saturday last at Huff's Church, in Hereford tsp.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 8, 1891, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Henry Schmoyer, Sr., nee Elizabeth Gery, of near Siesholtzville, died Monday night, after a severe illness from diabetes. She suffered intensely for several days. Deceased was the mother of Mrs. Augustus Weaver, Mrs. Nathaniel Conrad, Mrs. Harry Albright and Miss Emma Schmoyer, of town. Michael and Lizzie still at home; Henry, of Perryville, Sassaman, of Allentown, and Manasses, also residing at home, survive, beside the husband. Deceased brought her age to 67 years. The funeral takes place on Saturday, burial being made at Huff's Church. Rev. Eli Keller will officiate. A remarkable fact is that deceased was one of fourteen children, twelve of whom survive. Her's was also the first funeral to take place from her home. She was a respected lady and many friends mourn with the relatives in her demise.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 11, 1894, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Elizabeth Laura Schmoyer, widow of Sylvester D. Schmoyer and who had been blind for the past fifteen years, died Friday night at the home of her niece and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick W. Oberholzer, 416 Main street, Macungie. She was aged 69 years, 5 months and 17 days. Born in Long Swamp, Berks county, she was the daughter of the late Franklin F. Moll and Angelina, nee Schmoyer, Moll. Her husband died twenty-nine years ago in an ore mine accident. A son died in infancy. She was a member of Martha Washington lodge, D. of A., of Emaus, the members of which will attend her funeral. There survive two nieces, Mrs. Charles Krauss and Mrs. Fred Oberholzer. These, with the late Ellen Snyder, were reared by Mrs. Schmoyer. There also survive two sisters, Mrs. Michael Schmoyer and Mrs. Irene Beichler, both of Macungie. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 1.30 p.m., daylight saving time. Services at the Oberholzer home in Macungie will be followed by services conducted by Rev. M. G. Beers at Solomons church, Macungie. Burial will be made in the Rauch Hertzog cemetery, Huffs church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 20, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Suffering one week with pleurisy and pneumonia, Florence L., wife of Charles H. Schmoyer, died at her home in Fleetwood yesterday morning at three o'clock. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Hensinger, of Alburtis, from whose residence the funeral will take place Saturday at 9.30 o'clock. The deceased was a member of the Ladies' Aid Society of St. Paul's church, Fleetwood, and the Bible class of the Sunday school. She was aged 36 years and 29 days.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 22, 1919, p. 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
George D. Schmoyer, Sr. of Red Lion, Macungie R. 1, a former road supervisor and school director in Berks County, died suddenly yesterday afternoon in his home. He was 82. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late David and Eliza Dankel Schmoyer. He was a lifelong resident of the Macungie area. Schmoyer was former supervisor of the State Highway Department in Longswamp Township and later served as a road supervisor for the township. He served for 32 years on the Longswamp Township School Board, retiring several years ago. He was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Huffs Union Church, and the Woodmen of the World. Surviving are three sons, David, Alburtis; George Jr., with whom he resided, and William, Allentown; two daughters, Stella, wife of Lloyd Reinert, Barto R. 1, and Mrs. Lizzie Landis, Macungie R. 1; 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the DeLong & Trexler Funeral Home, Topton, with viewing 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 29, 1959, page 52. Submitted by Jerri.]
Harvey M. Schmoyer, 78, an employe in Guth Bros. leather shop for over 58 years, died at 4:45 a.m. Monday at his home, 1535 Allen St. He had been in failing health for the past eight months. For the last 14 years, until his retirement in April, due to ill health, Mr. Schmoyer had been foreman in the Guth shop. During his years as a saddler he had seen the decline of the demand for harness that had been the principal part of his work when he first started as an apprentice. Born in Union township, Lebanon county, a son of the late James and Eliza (Lichtenwalner) Schmoyer, he was living in Mertztown when he first started to work in Shamrock. Coming to this city 54 years ago, he was employed at that time by L. A. T. Wartman and Co. He was a member of the Mertztown Lutheran church, and was affiliated with IOOF 390, Coopersburg; Livingston Castle 250, Unity Encampment 12, Loyal Order of Moose, Rebekahs No. 72, and the Golden Eagle, all of Allentown. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. M. Alice (Warmkessel) Schmoyer, four sons, Mervin T., Warren J., and Canton H., all of Allentown, and Albert L., of Orefield, three daughters, Mrs. Bessie A. Bigney and Margaret E., wife of Leon Ritter, both of Allentown, and Viola E., wife of George J. McCullough, Wakefield, Mass.; 2 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. William Wolfgang, Gilbertsville. A son Raymond W. preceded him in death.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 7, 1948, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry Schmoyer, a well known and highly respected citizen of the eastern section of Longswamp township, near Siesholtzville, was found dead in bed on Monday morning, having died during the night of heart disease of which he was a sufferer. He, however, had retired apparently well and in good spirits about ten o'clock Sunday evening. Deceased was in his 70th year and resided at his pleasant homestead with his daughter and two sons. His wife preceded him three years. He was a son of Daniel Schmoyer and his wife, the latter a born Heimbach. One brother, Daniel, survives and the following nine children: Michael, Manasses and Lizzie, at home; Henry, of Harlem; Sassaman, of Allentown; Mrs. Augustus Weaver, Mrs. Nathaniel Conrad, Mrs. Harry Albright and Emma, of Macungie; also, thirty grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Saturday. Services will be held at the house at 9.30 a.m., and at Huff's Church and interment will be made on cemetery of said church. Rev. Eli Keller will officiate. Deceased was a consistent member of the Reformed church. He was a kind father and worthy man in every way. Our sympathies are extended to the bereaved children.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, April 15, 1897, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry Schmoyer, an aged man living in the eastern section of Longswamp tsp., Berks Co., was found dead in bed on Monday morning of last week. He retired shortly after 10 o'clock Sunday night, when he was cheerful and happy. He was 70 years of age, and left a large circle of friends. His wife preceded him in death three years ago. The following children survive: Michael, Manasses and Lizzie, at home; Henry, of Harlem; Sassaman, of Allentown, and Emma, Mrs. Augustus Weaver, Mrs. Conrad and Mrs. Harry Albright, of Macungie. Daniel is the only brother that survives.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 21, 1897, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Died. On the 12th inst., in Siesholtzville, Henry Schmoyer, aged 69 years, 7 months and 21 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 28, 1897, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry J. Schmoyer, 81, husband of Katie E. (Heimbach) Schmoyer, died yesterday afternoon at his home at Harlem, Macungie R. 1. He had been ill 12 weeks. A native of Longswamp township, Berks county, he was a son of the late Henry H. and Elizabeth (Gery) Schmoyer, and until four years ago was a farmer near his late home for many years. Mr. Schmoyer was a member of the Reformed wing of Huff’s church and Sunday school, and formerly served as deacon and elder of the church for 13 years. Besides his wife he is survived by a son Harvey of Schnecksville, eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a brother, Mannases of Macungie R. 1. A son and a daughter preceded him in death. Rev. J. N. Blatt will officiate at services to be held from the home on Saturday at 1:30 p.m., and at further services at Huff’s church. Burial in Rauch cemetery at Huff’s church.
Death Notice (p. 21): Age at death = 81 years, 5 months, 21 days
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 28, 1945, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Horatio Schmoyer, retired carpenter and cabinet maker of Red Lion, Macungie R. 1, died yesterday at noon at the Allentown hospital where he had been a patient for the past ten days, undergoing treatment for diabetes, an ailment with which he has been suffering for the past ten years. He was in his seventy-fourth year. Born in Berks county, Mr. Schmoyer was a son of the late David and Eliza, nee Dankel, Schmoyer. He was employed by furniture factories in Allentown for many years, his last position being with the Yeager company. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church and fraternally was affiliated with Council No. 1014, Fraternal Patriotic Americans of Alburtis. He is survived by his wife and by these children: Charles Schmoyer, Fleetwood; Clarence Schmoyer, Alburtis; Wilson Schmoyer, Emaus; Mrs. W. L. Maurer, with whom he resided in Red Lion; Mrs. Clarence Hauser, Catasauqua; Mrs. Robert Moll, Philadelphia; Mrs. Herbert Lichtenwalner, Emaus, and Mrs. Howard Roth, Fleetwood. He is further survived by twenty-one grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, two brothers, George Schmoyer of Red Lion, and Jeremiah Schmoyer of Catasauqua, and by one sister, Mrs. Eliza Troxell of Red Lion. His first wife preceded him in death eighteen years ago. Funeral services will be held at his late home, the residence of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Maurer, Red Lion, Macungie R. 1, Saturday at 1.30 o'clock, daylight saving time. Continued services will be held in the Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining. Friends may call Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 20, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. James Schmoyer (nee Lichtenwalner) died at Lyons. She leaves the following children: Llewellyn, near Allentown; Harvey, Allentown; Rasmus, of town; Mrs. Metzler, Trexlertown, and Mrs. Alice Wolfgang, of Lyons. She also leaves the following brother and sisters: Lewis, Chapman's Station; Mrs. Mary Gernert, Lebanon; Mrs. Israel Stettler, Trexlertown; Mrs. Susan Schantz, Chapman's.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 9, 1914, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
The wife of Mr. Jonathan Schmoyer, residing in Longswamp tsp., Berks Co., near the line dividing it from Lehigh county, died recently quite suddenly. In her death the relatives and friends and community at large have encountered a loss that is irreparable, and while we realize the futility of human efforts in attempting to lift the veil of affliction, there is the consolation that it has undoubtedly fallen to the lot of the departed to realize the fruition of that “peace that passeth understanding.” Of a quiet, retiring disposition her sphere was in the home circle, where she was loved and idolized. She was a member of the Lutheran church, to whose faith and worship and welfare she was strongly attached, and the zeal and cheerfulness with which she engaged in all good works are precious testimonials of her Christian character. She loved her family and friends, and the recollection of her kindness, affection and friendship, as well as her many good deeds, will linger like sweet perfume in the hearts of those who knew her best. The bereaved husband and five sorrowing children in their great affliction have the sympathy of all.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 10, 1880, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Katie (Layton) Schmoyer, wife of Franklin H. Schmoyer, died yesterday in the Styer Convalescent Home, Pennsburg. She was 76. The couple resided at 225 E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown. They celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary last year. Born in South Whitehall Township, Mrs. Schmoyer was a daughter of the late William J. and Mary M. (Snyder) Layton. She was a member of Huffs Lutheran Church, Huffs Church, Berks County. Surviving besides her husband are two sons, Raymond, with whom she resided, and Albert of Bally; a sister, Mrs. Effie Heffner of Quakertown R.D.; a brother, Clarence, of Phoenix, Ariz.; eight grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Huffs Lutheran Church. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Friday in the L. W. Ott Funeral Home, 111 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 25, 1961, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Katie E. Schmoyer of Schnecksville, died yesterday in the Rockhill Mennonite Home, Sellersville. She was 92. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Heimbach. Before moving to Schnecksville, she had lived for many years in Harlem, Macungie R. 1. Her husband, Henry G. Schmoyer, died 16 years ago. Mrs. Schmoyer was a member of the United Church of Christ wing of Huffs Church. Surviving are a son, Harvey L., of Schnecksville; a brother, John Heimbach of Greenawalds; eight grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 2, 1962, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Lizzie Ann Schmoyer, 68, wife of George D. Schmoyer, died Tuesday at her home in Longswamp Twp., Macungie R. 1. A lifelong resident of Longswamp township, she was a daughter of the late Benneville and Catherine Ann (Wean) Reinert. She was a member of Huffs Union church, in the Reformed congregation. Her husband is road supervisor of the township. Besides her husband she is survived by the following children: David M., Alburtis, Harvey B., Woodrow W., and Eliza, wife of Henry H. Ziegenfuss, all of Macungie R. 1, George D. Jr., Alburtis R. 1, Lizzie, wife of Russell Landis, and William C., both of Allentown, Stella, wife of Lloyd Reinert, and Donald D. Landis, both of Barto R. 1, 11 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a brother, Milton Reinert, Macungie R. 1.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 29, 1948, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ill for the past several months from dropsy, Llewellyn I. J. Schmoyer, an aged and respected resident of near Topton, died Monday morning at 5:30 oclock at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon Behm, midway between Topton and Bowers, in his 70th year. Mr. Schmoyer was a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, and lived there for a number of years. Later he came to this city and was employed at the old Yeager furniture factory. For a period of seventeen years he tenanted the Martin Kemmerer farm, near Emaus. He retired several years ago. He was a son of the late James and Eliza, nee Lichtenwalner, Schmoyer. There survive the following children, Mrs. Mahlon Behm, of near Topton; Mrs. Howard Shuler and Mrs. Arthur Gantz, Coplay R. 1, and Adam and Arthur Schmoyer, Allentown R. 5. There also survives sixteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren and these brothers and sisters, Mrs. Elmira Meitzler, trexlertown; Mrs. William Wolfgang, Gilbertville; Elias, Emaus, and Harvey, Allentown. His wife died twelve years ago. The funeral will be held from the Behm home on Friday at 1:30 oclock. Further services will be held in St. Pauls church, Mertztown. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 27, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Maggie S. (Reichard) Schmoyer, 55, 1921 Custard St., Allentown, the wife of Walter Schmoyer, died yesterday in the Allentown Hospital. Born in Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Jerome and Mantana (Herbein) Reichard. Surviving in addition to her husband are three sons, Robert H., Royersford; Ralph M., Vera Cruz, and Russel G., Allentown; four grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Edward Richards, Fleetwood.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 12, 1953, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Manassas G. Schmoyer, 90, active in his woodworking trade until early this year, died at 7:45 o'clock last night in his home near Seisholtzville, Macungie R. 1. One of the oldest residents of that area and progenitor of a family of 66, Schmoyer had been ill since January and was bedfast five weeks. He was born where he died, in Longswamp township, Berks county, and was a son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Gery) Schmoyer. He had for many years operated a workshop, producing fine woodwork and violins and repairing clocks and watches. In his youth Schmoyer worked in iron mines near his home, principally at the Bittenbender and Rock mines. Later he served for some time as a stone mason and blacksmith. He was a member of the Reformed wing of Huffs church. Predeceased by his wife, Mary (Schiffert) Schmoyer, who died 27 years ago, he leaves 10 sons: Frank H., Boyertown; Charles E., Pottstown; William M., Walter S. and Edgar M., all of Allentown; Robert D., Alburtis; Erwin G., Cetronia; John J., Macungie R. 1; Clarence S., at home, and Horace F., Fogelsville. Also surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Harry Lauer, Macungie R. 1; Mary M. Schmoyer, Orefield R. 1; Mrs. Pierre Rauch, Emmaus; Mrs. Abraham Hess, East Macungie; and Mrs. Wilmer Lynn, Lyons; and 33 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 27, 1948, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mary A., wife of Manassas Schmoyer, died at her late residence near Seisholtzville, on Monday. She was aged fifty-six years, nine months and seventeen days. Funeral will be held on Saturday at ten a.m. at the house. Further services at Huff's Church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. She is survived by her husband, and the following children: Frank, of Greenawald; Charles, of Allentown; William, of Allentown; Mrs. Harry Lauer, of Seisholtzville; Mary, of Detroit, Mich.; Robert, Clarence, Edgar, Horace, John, Priscilla, Emma and Edna, all at home; Walter, of Seisholtzville; Irwin, of Allentown. There are also eleven grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 27, 1920, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Miss Mary Mae Schmoyer, 71, of Orefield, R. 1, died at 2:50 a.m. yesterday in the Allentown Hospital shortly after her admittance. Born in Seisholtzville, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Manassas G. and Mary Alice (Schiffert) Schmoyer. For most of her life, she was in the service of the Ambrose A. Kunkle family, West and Turner Sts., Allentown. She was a member of Huffs Church, Macungie. Surviving are 10 brothers, Robert D., Alburtis; William M. and Walter S., Allentown; John S., Macungie R. 1; Erwin G., Cetronia; Horace, Fogelsville; Frank H. Boyertown; Charles E., Pottstown; Edgar M. Fullerton, and Clarence E., Mertztown; three sisters, Emma, wife of Abraham Hess, Macungie; Lizzie, wife of Harry Lauer, Macungie R. 1, and Edna, wife of Wilmer Lynn, Lyons, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Mrs. Priscilla Rauch. Services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday in the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home, 1601 Hamilton St., Allentown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 6, 1957, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]
Michael Daniel Schmoyer of 106 Walnut St., Macungie, died at 11 a.m. Tuesday at his home from apoplexy. He was 72 years of age. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, he was the son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Gery) Schmoyer. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Huffs church. Survivors include his wife, Annie J. R. (Moll) Schmoyer; a son, Charles, at home; two daughters, Mrs. William Warmkessel, this city; Mrs. Paul Greis, Macungie; two brothers, Manasses Schmoyer, and Henry Schmoyer, both of Macungie R. 1; a sister, Mrs. Amelia Conrad, Macungie; 8 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 9.30 a.m. Saturday from his late home with continued services in Huffs church. Interment in the Rauch-Hertzog cemetery at Huffs. Rev. James N. Blatt will officiate. Viewing 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 12, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
While a member of the United States Army in France, Oswin H. Schmoyer was stricken, October 11th, with pneumonia, from which he died after an illness of sixteen days. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Schmoyer, residing near Harlem, Berks county. His body was shipped to this country, arriving at Macungie Sunday. The funeral will be held from the home of the parents, Sunday at two o'clock, with services in Huff's church, where interment will be made. All comrades in arms of the community are invited by the parents to attend the funeral.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 9, 1920, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Pearl E. Schmoyer, 75, of 225 E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown, died Thursday in her home. She was the wife of Raymond A. Schmoyer. She and her husband operated a dry-cleaning business 32 years until retiring six years ago. Born in West Catasauqua, she was a daughter of the late Franklin and Anna L. (Sterner) Rothrock. She was a member of Huffs United Church of Christ, Alburtis R. 1. Surviving besides her husband are three sons, Gordon and Alton, both of Boyertown R. 1, and Donald of New Berlinville; three daughters, Miriam, wife of John M. Dobson of New Berlinville; Fay, wife of William Bernhard of Perkiomenville R. 1, and Joanne, wife of Harper Diener of Boyertown R. 2; a brother Franklin of Hokendauqua; two sisters, Mrs. Viola Anthony of Fullerton, and Hilda, wife of Edward Henry of Emmaus; 19 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the church. Calling hours will be 7-9 p.m. Monday in the Ott Funeral Home, 111 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 26, 1975, page C-14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Rasmus W. Schmoyer, aged 49 years, proprietor of the Monocacy Hotel, died at his residence on Tuesday from heart failure. He was bedfast since Sunday. Mr. Schmoyer moved there a year and a half ago from Lyons, at which place he was in the hotel business for about six years.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 7, 1916, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Russel, the infant son of William Schmoyer and wife Annie (nee Dry), after a brief illness with pneumonia, passed away Tuesday, June 22, at 10 p.m. at his parents' home in Rockland Twp., south of Bowers, Pa. He was born June 26, 1919, and on Saturday, the first anniversary of his birth, June 26, 1920, at 1.30 p.m., funeral services were held in the Trinity Lutheran Church at Bowers, after which interment was made in the adjoining Union Cemetery. The services were well attended. J. J. Schofer of Topton was in charge. The bearers were Cyrus Oswald, George Carl, Edgar Geris and Edgar Schmoyer. Rev. W. F. Bond officiated.
[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 2, 1920, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sassaman G. Schmoyer, a former Hotel Allen and Cedar Crest college employe, died yesterday at 12:30 p.m. of complications at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Robert Batz, 528 East Hamilton street. He was 81 years old last September 22. His wife, Lovinia S. (Eisenhart) Schmoyer, celebrated her 83rd birthday anniversary last November 13. He was born the son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Gery) Schmoyer in Longswamp, Lehigh (sic) county. He lived most of his years in Allentown, working as a carpenter for various contractors. For 33 years, he was the repair man at the Hotel Allen until about six years ago. Shortly after leaving the hotel, he was employed at Cedar Crest college and remained there until he retired a year ago. He was a member of the Knights of Friendship Chamber, No. 9, of Lehigh Consultory, and the Bible class of Salem Reformed church. Two sons, three daughters and three sisters have preceded him in death. Survivors are his wife, who is making her home at 528 East Hamilton street; five daughters: Mrs. Clinton Stephens, Mrs. Marcus Shuler, Annie Schmoyer, Mrs. Stella Fritchman and Mrs. Robert Batz, all of Allentown; a step-son, William Laubach, this city; fifteen grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, three brothers, Henry, Harlem; Manasses, Seisholtzville, and Michael, Macungie; and a sister, Mrs. Emily Conrad, Macungie. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. from the home of his daughter and son-in-law. Burial will be made in West End cemetery. Rev. William Kosman, pastor of Salem Reformed church, will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 9, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Following an illness of one week of pneumonia, Warren F., the infant son of Clarence S. and Edna (Gehman) Schmoyer, died yesterday at the residence of the parents at Seisholtzville, Macungie, R. D. 1. The child was aged 2 years, 1 month and 15 days. In addition to the parents, the boy is survived by one brother, Arl C., at home; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Gehman, Macungie, R.D. 1, and the paternal grandfather, Manassas Schmoyer, Seisholtzville. The child was a member of the Cradle Roll of Huffs church Sunday school. Brief services will be held at the residence of the parents on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., with continued services in Huffs church. Rev. J. N. Blatt will officiate. Interment will be made in Rauchs cemetery. Friends are invited to call at the home on Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 1, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Wilmer H. Schmoyer, 56, carpenter employed by the E. C. Machine Construction Co., died at 2:30 a.m. Wednesday at his home, 1740 Columbia St. He had been in failing health and bedfast during the past six months. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, he was a son of the late Jeremiah and Melinda (Miller) Schmoyer. He had resided in this city for the past 15 years. Mr. Schmoyer was a member of the Reformed wing of Unionville church, Neffs, and was affiliated with the Greenawalds Fire Co., and the Carpenters union. A son, Wilmer K. Schmoyer, was killed August 19, 1944, in a plane crash while serving with the marines at Guadalcanal. He was also preceded in death by his wife, the former Elizabeth J. Wright, and another son who died in infancy. Surviving are a daughter, Dorothea C., wife of Robert Brozey; a son, Arthur O., both of Allentown, and two grandchildren. The following brothers and sisters also survive: Mary, wife of Harvey Miller, Chapmans; Mrs. Maggie Laudenslager, Fogelsville; Clinton, Catasauqua; Francis, Schnecksville; Catharine, wife of Preston Holben, Fullerton; Clara, wife of Marvin Smith, Catasauqua; his stepmother, Mrs. Alvesta Schmoyer, Allentown; a stepbrother, Lawrence, and two stepsisters, Marion and Evelyn Schmoyer, all of Allentown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 17, 1948, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
Woodrow W. Schmoyer, 37, near Red Lion, Macungie R. 1, died suddenly on Monday at the Mack Mfg. Co., where he was employed in the finishing department. Born in Longswamp township, he was a son of George D. and the late Lizzie (Reinert) Schmoyer, and a member of Huffs Union church. Surviving, in addition to his father, are his wife, Mrs. Violet (Dankel) Schmoyer; one son, Fenton C., at home, and the following brothers and sisters: David M., Alburtis; Harvey B., Macungie R. 1; George D., Jr., Alburtis R. 1; William C., Allentown; Stella, wife of Lloyd Reinert, Barto R. 1; Lizzie, wife of Russell Landis, Allentown, and Eliza, wife of Henry Ziegenfuss, Macungie R. 1.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 5, 1950, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]
Rebecca Melinda (Miller) Schnabel, widow of Aaron Schnabel, died at 3:30 a.m. yesterday at her home, near Trexler’s Furnace, Alburtis R.D. She was 64 years old. She was born in District township (Berks), the daughter of Charles and Rebecca (Moser) Miller. She was a member of the Most Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic church, Bally, and the Altar society of the church. Survivors are her eight sons: Walter and Lloyd, at home; Henry, Shamrock; Stephen and Joseph, Macungie; Paul, Wescosville; John and Lucas, Allentown; two daughters, Mrs. Harvey Miller, Mertztown; Mrs. Lester Drey, Mertztown R.D. 2; and two brothers, Horace, Pikeville; Benjamin, Boyertown. Solemn high mass requiem will be offered at 9 a.m. Monday, at the Roman Catholic church at Bally and she will be interred in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 27, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Walter Schnable, 25, of near Longswamp, Alburtis R. D., was almost instantly killed and his wife, Helen, 22, was critically injured when the automobile in which they were riding crashed into a tree along the Topton-Longswamp road at 2:30 a.m. Sunday. Following the accident, Mr. and Mrs. Schnable were brought to the Allentown hospital by other motorists. However, on arrival the doctors found that the husband had already died, he having suffered a fractured skull and other injuries. Mrs. Schnable, formerly Helen Bubbenmoyer, is also believed to have received a fractured skull. She remained unconscious and in a grave condition at the hospital last night. Her condition was so serious it was impossible to make X-ray examination. Forty-two stitches were used to close wounds in her face. Herman fenstermacher, a neighbor of the Schnables, was also a passenger in the car, which was being operated by Mr. Schnable. Fenstermacher escaped with slight injuries. The trio was riding in the front seat of the sedan when it skidded on the rain-soaked macadam road at a curve near the home of Mrs. John Pilgert between Henningsville and Longswamp. The machine then careened to the side of the road and struck a large tree. The entire left side of the car was ripped off in the impact. Henry DeLong and Lester Frederick conveyed Mr. and Mrs. Schnable to the local hospital in another car. The wrecked machine was towed to the Noll garage at fleetwood. Coroner A. M. Peters, M.D., viewed the body of Mr. Schnable at the hospital and later placed it in charge of Funeral director Irwin DeLong of Topton. Later an investigation of the accident was conducted by Dr. S. B. Blick of Reading, coroner of Berks county, where the accident occurred. Both Mr. and Mrs. Schnable were employed at the Topton Silk Mill. He was a son of the late Aaron and Rebecca (Miller) Schnable, and was a member of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic church, Bally. He is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Harvey Miller and Henry Schnable, Mertztown R. D.; Stephen, Alburtis R. D.; Paul, Ruppsville; John and Lucas, Allentown; Joseph, Macungie, and Lloyd Schnable, Topton. Arrangements for the funeral had not been completed last night.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 23, 1937, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ellen M. Schneck, of Blandon, Berks County, died yesterday afternoon aged 21 years, 4 months and 9 days. For several years, Miss Schneck had been in ill health and was suffering from the growth of an ovarian cyst. She decided to have the tumor removed by the Drs. Kistler, but did not survive more than twenty-seven hours after the operation. She was a daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Schneck, who conducted the Sherersvile Hotel about twelve years ago. She was well liked by all who knew her and was a member of Rev. Brensinger's Reformed Church of Fleetwood, Berks County. She was a regular attendant at Sunday School. She leaves a host of mourning relatives and friends. The remains will be interred in the Jordan Reformed Cemetery, near Guth's Station, on Thursday forenoon. The following sisters and brothers survive: Mrs. Daniel Leimbach, of Blandon, with whom she resided; Mrs. George Heist of Ruppsville; Mrs. Reuben Schraden of Crackersport; and Rich Schneck of Hamburg. The operation which she underwent was performed by Drs. E. M. Kistler, W. P. Kistler, Francis Murray of New York and A. N. Fretz of Fleetwood, her regular physician. It was witnessed by Drs. John B. Bauer, Daniel Harkin and Student Litzenberger. She felt greatly relieved at first but later became very weak and lingered several hours in much pain until death relieved her of her suffering.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 10, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mary, wife of Peter Schneck, died at the home of her husband, No. 9, Laurel Hill, yesterday afternoon after an illness of several months with cancer. Deceased was 60 years, 2 months and 7 days of age, and came to this city with her husband sixteen years ago. Besides her husband, three children survive. They are Mrs. Rosie A. Schmeitzle, of Allentown; James Schneck, of Catasauqua, and Elias Schneck, of Allentown. Seven grandchildren, one sister, Miss Sarah Geiger, and the following brothers also survive: James, William, Henry and Augustus Geiger, all of Berks County. Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed, but interment will be made at Mertztown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 15, 1905, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Charles W. J. Schneider, aged forty three years, died shortly after 7 o'clock Friday morning, fifteen minutes after having been found frozen stiff in an alley back of a stable in Kutztown. The Pulmotor of the Kutztown Foundry and Machine Co. was utilized to no avail. It is presumed that Mr. Schneider had been lying in the alley since midnight. Deceased was a molder in the employ of the Kutztown Foundry and Machine Co. He leaves his widow, five children, one brother and two sisters.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 20, 1917, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry Schneider, for many years a resident of this city, died here last Sunday night [7 Jan 1816] in his 69th year.
[Source: Reading Adler, Tuesday, January 9, 1816. Submitted by Diana.]
Two days following his admission to the Reading Hospital, Karl Julius Herman Schneider, aged 63 years, 7 months and 27 days, succumbed to the effects of heart affection yesterday. Deceased was admitted to the institution from Kutztown, where he resided. He was a son of Moritz and Doris (nee Carnatz) Schneider, both deceased, and was born Feb. 27, 1848, at Halle, on the River Saafe, Province of Saxony, Kingdom of Prussia, Germany. He came to American on March 17, 1868. Mr. Schneider's mother died in 1850 and his father passed away in 1887. Two sisters survive in Prussia. About 17 years ago he entered the printing office of J. B. Esser, at Kutztown, where he became editor of the Kutztown Journal, which position he ably filled until recently, when a complete physical breakdown necessitated his removal to the hospital. He was never married. Undertaker J. H. Stump, Kutztown, took charge of the remains and removed them to his morgue, from which place the funeral will be held on Sunday, October 29, at 2 p.m. Services will be held in Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown, by Rev. R. B. Lynch the pastor. Interment will take place in his private lot, which is one of the finest in Hope Cemetery, that borough. Employees of the Kutztown Patriot office will serve as pallbearers.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 25, 1911, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schneider--In Lower Alsace, on the 1st inst., Mary Magdalena, wife of Gottlieb Schneider, aged 83 years and 3 months. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her son-in-law, John Reininger, near Stony Creek Mills on Tuesday at 9 o'clock at the house. Services and interment at St. John's Church, Gibraltar.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, April 2, 1910. Submitted by Nancy.]
Died. On the 5th ult., in Longswamp, Benjamin, son of Benjamin and Rebecca Schoch, aged 9 weeks.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 22, 1882, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Carrie May, nee Rauch, wife of Willard Schoch, of Callowhill street, Topton, died on Saturday at the Allentown hospital, where she had given birth to a child on the previous night. The child also expired. Mrs. Schoch was 32 years, 11 months and 25 days of age. She was a daughter of Henry B. And Hattie, nee Hertzog, rauch and was born in Pike township, Berks county. She is survived by her parents, who reside in Alburtis; by her husband and three children, Harold, Ruth and Eleanor Schoch, at home, and by these brothers and sisters, Charles Rauch, Macungie, and William, Esther and Alma Rauch of Alburtis. The funeral services for mother and child will be held at the Schoch home in Topton on Thursday afternoon at 1:30 oclock, daylight saving time. Interment will follow in the Rauch-Hertzog cemetery, near Huffs church. Rev. William H. Kline, of Topton, will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 23, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Private burial was held for Florence G. (Brensinger) Schoch, 98, formerly of Boyertown, who died February 25 in Pennsburg Manor. She was the widow of Paul H. Schoch. Born in Huff's Church, Berks County, she was a homemaker. Schoch was a life member of the Liberty Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary in New Berlinville, the Gilbertsville Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary and the Keystone Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary in Boyertown. Surviving are one daughter, Lucille L. Bear of New Berlinville; a sister, Edna Wilkinson of Boyertown; four grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Thelma Ehst; five sisters and three brothers. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 6, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Jacob S. Schoch died at the home of his son, Calvin Schoch, of near Hensingersville, Tuesday, of consumption, aged 51 years, 4 months and 6 days. He is survived by his wife and son, Calvin. Funeral on Saturday at 9.30 a.m. from the home of his son. Services and burial at Huff's Church, Rev. Barndt officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 12, 1909, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Willard R. Schoch, 83, formerly of Kutztown, died Tuesday in Berks Heim, Bern Township. He was the husband of the late Carrie M. (Rauch) Schoch. He was a driver for Trailways Bus Co., working at various stations for more than 25 years before retiring. Born in Weaversville, he was a son of the late Irwin Schoch and the late Stella E. Young. Surviving are a son, Harold W., of Kutztown R. 3; two daughters, Ruth George of Kutztown and Eleanor E., wife of Raymond Wetzel, of Alburtis; a brother, Paul Hilberg, of Emmaus; two sisters, Mrs. Erma Meckes of Kutztown and Ruth Hilberg of Berks Heim; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday in the Trexler-Ludwick Funeral Home, 25 E. Weis St., Topton. A calling hour will precede the services.
[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, April 14, 1982, page B-12. Submitted by Jerri.]
On the 18th ult., in Upper Tulpehoccon, Benjamin, son of Elias and Elizabeth Schock, aged 1 year and 22 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal [aka Reading Journal], Saturday, February 6, 1864. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Jesse Schock, of Bernville, Berks county, father of Alderman Schock, of this city, who was injured in a runaway accident near his home on Tuesday, died early on Friday morning of peritonitis, which resulted from his injuries. He was conscious to the last moment and gave minute details as to his funeral. Deceased was born in Upper Bern township, Berks county, 75 years ago, and lived in that vicinity all his life, which he devoted entirely to farming. He owned two fine large farms, beside his homestead in Bernville. He was a staunch Republican and was at one time a candidate for Prothonotary of Berks county. His wife died in 1882. Deceased leaves two children, E. F. Schock, Esq., of this city, and an invalid daughter at home. Three brothers and two sisters survive. The funeral will take place next Wednesday morning.
[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA , Wednesday, May 17, 1893, page 3. Submitted by Betty.]
Eva May Schock, daughter of Calvin Schock and his wife Mary, nee Hilbert, died at the parents' residence at Alburtis on Friday morning of typhoid fever, aged 10 years, 7 months and 18 days. The child was bedfast for two weeks. She was a member of Lockridge and Christ Chapel Sunday schools. She is survived by her parents, grandparents and the following brothers and sisters: Edna S., Ernest, Mary, Leona and Franklin, all at home. Funeral on Wednesday morning from the parents' residence at 9.30. Continued services and burial at Huffs Church. Rev. Bond officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 20, 1920, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Wilson K. Schodt died on Sunday morning at 3:30 o'clock from a heart attack at his home, 434 Jefferson St., East Greenville. He was 59 years of age. For the past 39 years he had served as superintendent of the East Greenville branch of the Boyertown Burial Casket Co. He was a member of Huffs Lutheran church, the church consistory, the F. and A.M., East Greenville, and the Redmen of Boyertown. He was the son of the late Alphenus and Emma Linda (Kemp) Schodt. Survivors include his wife, Katie (Hoffman) Schodt; four sons, Warner and Earl, Schuylkill Haven; Lester, Bechtelsville; Forrest, Trenton, N.J.; three brothers, Thomas, Barto; Harvey, Boyertown; Jonas, Reading; one sister, Mary, wife of Warren Becker, Hill Church, and nine grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. with further services in Huff's Lutheran church. Rev. Kline and Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate. Interment in adjoining cemetery. Viewing Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 4, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
The remains of Mrs. Eleanor E. Schoedler, of 1433 Liberty street, Allentown, were laid at rest in the Longswamp cemetery on Tuesday, April 27. She was a daughter of the late Amos Meck and wife Anna (nee Kieser), living in Shamrock, and was born in Longswamp, May 27, 1869. She was baptized July 10, 1869, by Rev. Simon R. Boyer, the sponsor having been her aunt, Harriette Meck. She was confirmed November 28, 1885, in Longswamp church, by Rev. D. K. Humbert. By the same pastor, she was joined in marriage to Franklin Schoedler on January 25, 1890, at Bowers. The union was blessed with five sons and one daughter. The following survive with the bereaved father and husband: Frederick and Stella, wife of Thomas Muth, both of Allentown, and Clarence, at home; four grandchildren; two brothers, Alvin and Harvey Meck, Topton; and one sister, Laura, of Shamrock.
[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 30, 1926, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Ellen, wife of Frank Schoedler, of 1433 Liberty street, died Friday morning in the Allentown hospital after an illness extending over the past nine weeks from diabetes. She had been confined to the hospital for five weeks. Mrs. Schoedler was in her 57th year. Deceased was born in Berks county, the daughter of Anna (nee Keiser) and the late Amos Meck. She is survived by her husband, her mother, and three children, Mrs. Thomas Muth, Clarence and Fred Schoedler, of this city, and four grandchildren. Two brothers, Harvey Meck, of Mertztown, Alfred Meck, of Topton, and a sister, Mrs. Laura Meck, of Shamrock, also survive. The funeral will be held from her late home on Tuesday at noon with services in Longswamp church, of which she was a member, at two o'clock, in charge of Rector William Bond. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 24, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
George Schoedler, former constable of Longswamp township, Berks county, in which capacity he served for a period of forty years, died very suddenly of heart trouble at 3.30 Tuesday afternoon at his home, the residence of Harry Geist, Longswamp, Mertztown R.D. He was aged 78 years, 8 months and 24 days. Mr. Schoedler was born in Longswamp township, a son of the late Isaac and Rachael (Zerby) Schoedler. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church, and of the Jr. O.U.A.M. of Mertztown. Surviving him are two sons, Clement, of Denver, Col.; and Harry, Mertztown R.D.; on daughter, Mrs. Fred O. Boyer, Topton; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Rofena Warmkessel, Topton; and one brother, Frank Schoedler, this city. Funeral services will be held on Saturday afternoon at 1.30 from the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Fred O. Boyer, Haas street, Topton, with interment in the Longswamp church cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 7, 1934, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Harry P. Schoedler, of Bowers, who was killed by a railroad train between Bowers and Topton on Monday evening, was a son of Henry and Amanda (nee Billman) Schoedler, of Bowers, and was aged forty years, eleven months and fifteen days. His wife died about fourteen years ago and he is survived by one son Scott, of Bowers. Three sisters also survive, as follows: Annie, at home; Mrs. Ellen Dietrich, Allentown; Mrs. Katie Beaver, Reading. Deceased was a member of Adoni Castle, No. 70, K.G.E., of Kutztown, and Kutztown Aerie, No. 839, F.O.E. Funeral will be held from the parents' residence, Bowers, on Friday at 9.30 a.m. and interment will be made in Oak Cemetery, Kutztown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 6, 1915, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry Schoedler died at Alburtis on Monday of last week in his 67th year. The following children survive: John, George and Alice, of Allentown; Mamie, of Emaus, and Katie, of Vera Cruz. The following sisters and brothers remain: Mrs. Pabst and Mrs. Katzenmoyer, of Reading, and Jacob, of Allentown. Deceased was a son of the well known Mrs. Lydia Metzler (nee Schantz). The funeral was held Thursday with interment at Longswamp.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 26, 1907, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry Schoedler died at Alburtis at the age of sixty seven years, of a lingering disease. He is survived by the following children: John, George and Alice, of Allentown; Mamie, of Emaus, and Katie, of Vera Cruz. The following sisters and brothers remain: Mrs. Pabst and Mrs. Katzenmoyer, of Reading, and Jacob, of Allentown. Deceased was a son of the well known Mrs. Lydia Metzler (nee Schantz). Funeral today with interment at Longswamp.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 19, 1907, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Issac Schoedler died at his home, near Mertztown, on Saturday evening of apoplexy. He was 77 years old and leaves a wife, two sons and four daughters. One of the sons is Frank Schoedler, who resides in this city. The funeral will be held on Thursday morning at the Longswamp Church. Rev. D. K. Humbert will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 7, 1899, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Isaac Schoedler, of near Mertztown, died on Saturday evening of apoplexy. He was 77 years old, and left a wife, two sons and four daughters. One of the sons is Frank Schoedler, who resided in this city. The funeral will be held to-morrow (Thursday) morning at the Longswamp Church. Rev. D. K. Humbert will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 8, 1899, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
J. Lester Schoedler, former council man. J. Lester Schoedler, a former Fleetwood councilman, died Thursday at 3:45 p.m. in the Henry Healthcare Center at the Topton Lutheran Home, where he had resided since January. Schoedler, 87, formerly of 229 E. Arch St., Fleetwood, was the husband of Effie I. (Keim) Schoedler, also a resident at the Topton Lutheran Home. He was a member of Fleetwood Borough Council from 1964 to 1970 and served on council's water and sewer committees. Born in Fleetwood, he was a son of Florence (Weidenhammer) Schoedler, a resident at Berks Heim, and the late John B. Schoedler. Schoedler was employed for 29 years by the former General Battery Corp., now Exide Corp., retiring as chief electrician in 1972. He was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Fleetwood. Schoedler was a charter member and past secretary-treasurer of the Fleetwood Sportsmen's Club. Other survivors include a son, John L., Topton; and three daughters: Marilyn, wife of Benjamin Lockhart, Moselem Springs; Lucille, widow of Richard Weidner, Reading, and Cynthia, wife of Samuel Borrell, Fleetwood. There are also a brother, Henry, Bowers, and nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Lillian V. Rothenberger, in 1993. Services will be Monday at 10 a.m. in Henry Chapel of the Lutheran Home. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, July 22, 1994, p. B7. Submitted by: Judy.]
Kate A., wife of George Schoedler, near Mertztown, died yesterday of heart failure, aged sixty-one years, seven months and 29 days. She is survived by her husband and three children: Mrs. Fred O. Boyer, Mertztown; Harry Schoedler, at home; Clement S. Schoedler, Philadelphia. Funeral on Thursday at 9.30 o'clock from her late home. Services and burial at Longswamp church. Rev. Meckstrow will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 23, 1915, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
The funeral of Solomon Schoedler who died last week at the age of 66 years, was held on Monday, from the home of his daughter, Mrs. Aaron Dankel, where he had his home. Interment was made at the Longswamp church. Deceased is survived by the following children: William Schoedler and Mrs. Dankel, of Alburtis, and Mrs. C. H. Moll and Mrs. Levi Shiffert, of Macungie, besides a number of grand- and great-grandchildren.
[Source: "Alburtis News," Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 12, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. William Schoedler, of Alburtis, died at the age of 54 years, after being sick for several months. She is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. Emma Schmoyer and Nicodemus of Red Lion; Mrs. Stella Adams, Gertrude, Lizzie, Robert, William and Frederick, of Alburtis. Funeral will take place to-day at 9.30 a.m., from her late residence, on West Second street, Alburtis. Interment in Long Swamp Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 20, 1902, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
William Schoedler, Sr., aged 71 years, died of general debility at his home in Kutztown on Saturday. The wife, Sallie, and two children, William F. Schoedler and Mary, wife of Henry Graeff, of Kutztown, survive. Henry Schoedler, proprietor of the Washington House, Bower's Station; Lewis Schoedler, of Allentown, and Mrs. Sarah Breneiser, of Reading, are brothers and sister of the deceased.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 18, 1906, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. William Schoedler died at the age of 54 years, after being sick for several months. She is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. Emma Schmoyer and Nicodemus, Red Lion; Mrs. Stella Adams, Gertrude, Lizzie, Robert, William and Frederick, of town. The funeral took place Saturday morning with interment in Longswamp cemetery.
[Source: "Alburtis News," Macungie Progress, Thursday, December 25, 1902, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
William A. Schoedler, a well-known stone mason, of Alburtis, died on Tuesday after a four-days illness of pneumonia. He was a son of the late Solomon and Henrietta (nee Grosscup) and was born in Longswamp township, Jan. 27, 1844. His wife Theresa (nee Stauffer) preceded him in death nine years ago. He is survived by the following children: Lizzie, at home; Robert, Alburtis; Nicholas, Kutztown; Fred, Blandon; William Shoemaker, Mrs. Oswin Moll, Red Lion; Mrs. George Heist, Temple, and Mrs. James Adams, Allentown. These sisters also survive: Mrs. Aaron Dankle, Alburtis; Mrs. Charles Moll and Mrs. Levi Shiffert, Macungie. There are also twenty-five grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 22, 1912, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
William F. Schoedler of Kutztown died Monday at his home, aged 70 years. He is survived by his widow, Priscilla (nee Heffley), and one sister, Mrs. Mary Graeff of Allentown. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the home with further services at Trinity Lutheran church at 2 p.m. Rev. Carlton Luther Heckman will officiate. Burial in Hope cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 15, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Anna Margaret Schoenberger (nee Rasp), wife of Albert F. Schoenberger, died at Reading of a complication of diseases, aged 65 years. She was born in Mercersburg and lived in Reading and Allentown the greater part of her life. Besides her husband, these children survive: Anna Margaret, wife of Dr. D. B. Schnader, president of North Japan College and Seminary; Katharine C., Lillie L., Albert, Bertha, wife of Elwood Lance, Clarence, Dr. John Schoenberger, Mary, at home. She was a member of St. Stephen’s Reformed Church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 28, 1907, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Absalom Schoener, aged forty-nine, of Longswamp, died early yesterday morning at the Allentown hospital, of peritonitis.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 7, 1919, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schoener - On Thursday evening, March 23d, Amelia E., wife of Dr. D.G. Schoener, aged 40 years and 13 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 1, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Andrew Schoener, son of Andrew & Mary (Kintzer) Schoener, was born March 8, 1859. He first married Clara Anderson. Later in life he married Catherine Himmelberger. He died April 5, 1918, aged 59y27d. He is survived by three sons, a daughter and four grandchildren by the first marriage. By the second marriage he is survived by the widow and two sons. He is also survived by three brothers and a sister. Services at his late home at Host, with burial at Host.
[Source: Womelsdorf Parish Records. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schoener - On Sunday evening, 24th inst., at his residence in Shartlesville, Dr. Davilla D. Schoener, son of Dr. Adam Schoener, of this city, aged 46 years, 3 months and 16 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 30, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]
Dorothy L. (Althouse) Schoener, a retired cosmetology instructor and beauty shop operator, died July 25 at 9:25 p.m. in her residence in Muhlenberg Township. Schoener, 82, was the wife of Lewis E. Schoener. She helped establish the cosmetology program at the Reading-Muhlenberg Vocational-Technical School and taught there for 18 years. Schoener was also a teacher at the Libby Starr and Bryland schools of cosmetology, both of Reading. For 25 years, she owned beauty shops in Hamburg, Reading and Riverview Park. Born in Upper Bern Township, she was a daughter of the late Beulah C. (Epting) Wartzluft and the adopted daughter of the late Charles Wartzluft. Schoener was a 1941 graduate of Hamburg High School and received a master's degree from Temple University, Philadelphia. She was a past secretary of the Muhlenberg Retired School Employees Association. Schoener is also survived by two daughters, Lorraine C. (Schoener) Snyder, Zieglerville, Montgomery County, and Janet L. (Schoener) Heinly, Honesdale, Wayne County. Other survivors include a sister, Arlene (Wartzluft) Miller, Lincoln Park. There are also five grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 3, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Dorothy L. (Althouse) Schoener, a retired cosmetology instructor and beauty shop operator, died July 25 at 9:25 p.m. in her residence in Muhlenberg Township. Schoener, 82, was the wife of Lewis E. Schoener. She helped establish the cosmetology program at the Reading-Muhlenberg Vocational-Technical School and taught there for 18 years. Schoener was also a teacher at the Libby Starr and Bryland schools of cosmetology, both of Reading. For 25 years, she owned beauty shops in Hamburg, Reading and Riverview Park. Born in Upper Bern Township, she was a daughter of the late Beulah C. (Epting) Wartzluft and the adopted daughter of the late Charles Wartzluft. Schoener was a 1941 graduate of Hamburg High School and received a master's degree from Temple University, Philadelphia. She was a past secretary of the Muhlenberg Retired School Employees Association. Schoener is also survived by two daughters, Lorraine C. (Schoener) Snyder, Zieglerville, Montgomery County, and Janet L. (Schoener) Heinly, Honesdale, Wayne County. Other survivors include a sister, Arlene (Wartzluft) Miller, Lincoln Park. There are also five grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 27, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Womelsdorf, April 11 -- Harry W. Schoener, borough supervisor, an auctioneer for 25 years, and formerly an egg and produce dealer for many years, died at his home, aged 66 years. He was also on the board of directors of the Womelsdorf Cooperative Store. Surviving are his widow, Sara (Lutz) Schoener; two daughters, Mrs. Sylvester Bashore, this borough, and Mrs. George H. Kintzer, Robesonia; a son, Francis, at home; his mother, Mrs. Emma Schoener, this borough, and these sisters and brothers: Mrs. Edward Kline and Mrs. Edward Fortna, both of Reading; Mrs. Ralph Pierson, Savanah, GA; Miss Mary Schoener, Mrs. Ralph Trexler and Frank and Charles Schoener, all of this borough, and Samuel Schoener, Newmanstown; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral, Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the home. Further services in Zion's Lutheran Church, the Rev. H. P. Miller and the Rev. E. S. Leinbach officiating. Interment in Womelsdorf Cemetery. Funeral Director C. Norman Lamm, Wernersville, has charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, April 11, 1938. Submitted by: Jeff.]
Schoener - In Marion, November 11th, Harvey Andrew, son of Adam and Sarah Schoener, aged 3 years, 8 months and 29 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, December 16, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Isabella Schoener, widow of George Schoener and daughter of Daniel and Rebecca (Fessler) Bubb, was born October 5, 1853. She died October 20, 1938, aged 85y15d, survived by 12 children: Matilda (Mrs Calvin) Greth, Ellie (Mrs John) Keeney, Charlotte (Mrs Calvin) Berger, Margaret, William, Edwin, Paul, George, Robert, Laura, Lewis and Frederick, and by a sister Mrs. Emma Schoener. Service at the house.
[Source: Womelsdorf Parish Records. Submitted by Kathy.]
J. Dallas Schoener, a member of the Berks bar, died at 1.30 oclock yesterday morning at his home in Reading, aged 55 years. Deceased was born in Reading and was admitted to the bar on August 7, 1865, but for some years was not engaged in active practice. One sister and two brothers survive.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 20, 1898, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schoener--In this city, on March 14th, 1880, Mrs. Jane Schoener, widow of the late William O. Schoener, aged 51 years, 4 months and 15 days.
The relatives and friends, also Lady Masons, Masonic Tie and Lady Pythias, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, No. 628 Walnut street, on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the Universalist church. Interment at Charles Evans cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 16, 1880. Submitted by Nancy.]
Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Kathryn K. Schoener, 95, formerly of Main Street, Bernville, who died April 24 in Phoebe Berks Health Care Center, Wernersville, where she had been a resident since March 1997. Burial was in Haag's Cemetery, Bernville. She was predeceased by her husband, Douglas F. Schoener, who died in 1942. Born in Bernville, she was a daughter of the late Milton H. and Bertha S. (Stoudt) Kline. Until retiring in 1973, she was employed as a private duty registered nurse for many years. She was a 1928 graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing. Schoener was a life member of both the Reading Hospital Alumni Association and the Bernville Young-at-Heart Club. She was a member of St. Thomas United Church of Christ, Bernville. Surviving are a son, Ronald M. K. Schoener, Lower Heidelberg Township; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 1, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Schoener--On Friday, Aug. 28th, 1868, Mary Leonore, daughter of Jacob C. and Emmie Schoener, aged 4 months and 20 days.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 31, 1868. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Womelsdorf, Dec. 11 -- Sara C. (Lutz), 71, widow of Harry M. Schoener, died yesterday in her home, 26 North Front St., this borough. She was a daughter of the late Gabriel and Sarah Ann (Lengel) Lutz, and was a member of Host Reformed Church. Her husband preceded her in death eight years. Surviving are two daughters: Lottie, wife of Webster Bashore, Womelsdorf, and Bessie, wife of George Kintzer, Harrisburg; one son, Francis, at home; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers: Nathaniel, Bernville R.D., and John, Myerstown, and one sister, Emma, widow of George Groff, Womelsdorf R.D. Services Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Danner Funeral home, the Rev. Elmer A. Dech and the Rev. M. M. Enders officiating. Burial in Zion Church Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, December 11, 1946. Submitted by: Jeff.]
Sarah Elizabeth Schoener, widow of Adam K. Schoener and daughter of Samuel Peifer and Refecca (sic), nee Boltz, was born January 21, 1844 in Jackson township, Lebanon Co, died September 4, 1937, aged 93 years 7 months 13 days. Married to her late husband March 18, 1871. Survived by a son Thomas and 4 daughters, Mrs. Harry J. (Mary) Snyder, Mrs. Harry (Annie) Ulrich, Mrs. Ulrich (Sallie) Steiner and Mrs. Lloyd (Hattie) Haak. Service at St. Johns. Interment in Host. Cem.
[Source: Womelsdorf parish records. Submitted by: Kathy.]
William Andrew Schoener, son of Andrew & Clara (Anderson) Schoener, was born November 7, 1885, in Marion township, and died February 29, 1932, aged 46y3m22d. He married Sallie K. Yeakly March 12, 1904, who survives with two children: LeRoy A. and Jennie (Mrs. Edgar) Siegfriend; also a sister Mrs. Robert Mohn, two brothers: Samuel and Claude, a stepmother: Mrs. Catherine Schoener, and three stepbrothers: Arthur Himmelberger, Earl and Zacharias Schoener. Service and interment in St. John's.
[Source: Womelsdorf Parish Records. Submitted by Kathy.]
The funeral of Ammon Schoenly took place from the residence of his parents on East 4th St. After brief services at the house, the cortege proceeded to the United Evangelical Church, where the services were continued, after which interment was made in the Union cemetery. The remains were dressed in his own suit and reposed in a black cloth covered casket, with silver trimmings, lined with white satin. The tributes consisted of a lavender trimmed flannel blanket, from employees of the Franklin Knitting Mill, where he was employed; white bow from the Women's Christian Temperance Union; wreath of natural flowers from the K.L. of C.E. of the U.E. Church. Rev. W. Edelman, of Weissport, Rev. J. Harper and Rev. Allebach, of this place, officiated. A delegation of the American Junior Mechanics of Pottstown attended and acted as pall-bearers. D.C. Brumbach & Co. had charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, October 2, 1899. Submitted by: Michele.]
Services were held for Anna M. Schoenly, 95, Oley Township, who died March 1 in Berks Heim Annex, where she had resided since 2000. She was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd Schoenly. Born in Spangsville, she was employed for 20 years as a box liner by Koon's Cigar Box Factory, Boyertown, and was last employed as a house cleaner until her retirement. She was a member of Salem United Church of Christ, Spangsville, where she was past secretary of the primary Sunday school department. Surviving is a son, Robert C., Spangsville. Burial was in Oley Union Cemetery, Spangsville. The Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 10, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Caroline, wife of Addison Schoenly, of East Greenville, died quite unexpectedly of heart disease on Monday evening, after an illness of only three days. Her death is mourned by a large circle of friends who were shocked by its suddenness. Deceased attained her fiftieth birthday in January. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, and was a daughter of the late Joseph and Polly Mabry. Her husband has been employed for many years by D.D. & N.D. Fritch at this place and nearly two years ago was transferred to the firm's elevator at East Greenville and he moved to that place. The couple had no children. Three brothers, John, of Longswamp, and David and Levi, of Detroit, Mich., and three sisters, Mrs. Levi Long, of Longswamp; Mrs. Horace David, of Allentown, and Mrs. Irwin Engler, of Catasauqua, survive. Mrs. Ed. Roth, of Allentown, a niece, was raised to womanhood by Mr. and Mrs. Schoenly. The funeral will be held on Saturday. Services will be held at the house at 10.45 o'clock a.m., after which the cortege will leave East Greenville on the 11.42 train to Emaus where a special trolley will bring the mourners here. Further services will then be conducted by Rev. W. M. Kopenhaver in Grace Lutheran church, of which the deceased was a member, as is her husband, at 2 o'clock p.m. Interment will be made in Union Cemetery.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 5, 1908, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held for Norman H. Schoenly, 80, of 14 North Monroe Street, Boyertown, who died July 25.
Born in New Berlinville, he was the son of the late George and Annie (Heacock) Schoenly. His mother was one of the victims of the Boyertown Opera House fire in 1908. Schoenly, who was 7 at the time, was also in the hall when the fire, broke out but escaped with his father.
He was a US Army veteran of World War I, having served in France.
He served for 47 years in the Boyertown post office where he began his career as a mail clerk. His father had been Boyertown postmaster in the early 20s.
When door-to-door mail delivery began in Boyertown on October 1, 1921, Schoenly delivered the mail in the eastern part of the borough, making two deliveries daily.
He served as mail carrier for 25 years and was the assistant postmaster for 17 years before retiring in 1962.
He was a past noble grand of Boyertown Lodge, 708, Independent Order of Odd Fellows; a 50 year live member and past commander of the Charles B. Yerger Post, American Legion, Boyertown; life member of the Friendship Hook and Ladder Company, Boyertown.
He was a member of Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, Boyertown; also, Boyertown Lodge 741 F. and A. M.; Washington Camp 104, Patriotic Sons of America, and Boyertown Post 3487, VFW.
Survivors include his wife, Ruth E. (Moyer) Schoenly, and a step-sister, Flora, wife of Paul Harner, 600 Highland Avenue, Boyertown and two nieces.
The Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Times, Thursday, August 7, 1980. Submitted by Betty.]
Cyrus A. Schofer, 83, died yesterday in Berks Heim, Bern Township. He was the husband of the late Mayme (Weaknecht) Schofer. Before retiring 15 years ago, he worked in the machine shop of the Caloric Corp., Topton. He was formerly of 59 E. High St., Topton. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zions Maxatawny Church, Maxatawny. Born in Maxatawny Township, he was a son of the late John H. and Lucinda (Leibensperger) Schofer.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 26, 1967, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Daisy Schofer, 58, 104 S. Haas St., Topton, died yesterday afternoon in the Allentown Hospital where she had been a patient for three days. Born dec. 23, 1898, in Longswamp Township, a daughter of the late Nathan and Agnes (Latshaw) Mest, she was a member of the Lutheran wing of the Maxatawny Zion Union Church and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Topton Fire Co. She is survived by her husband, Elmer; two daughters, Ethel, at home; Melba, wife of Cleveland Craig, Topton; a son, Kermit, Topton, a foster daughter, Mamie, wife of Wayne Haas, of Maxatawny; two grandchildren; a brother, Herbert, Mertztown R. 1; four sisters, Mrs. Emma Lesher; Ida, wife of Willard Hilbert; all of Topton, and Verna, wife of Percy Heffner, Mertztown R. 1. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Monday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 5, 1957, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]
The funeral of Ellen Nora, wife of Wm. H. Schofer, 1126 Perkiomen avenue, was largely attended. Services were conducted in St. Paul's Memorial Reformed church, by Rev. Dr. Bausman. The floral tributes were handsome and consisted of the following designs:
Wax wheel, from sister and brothers of deceased; sickle, with "Ellen" in immortelles, from Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Aulenbach; sickle, from Mr. Schofer, father-in-law of deceased; bouquets, from Mrs. Kneb and Willie Flatt; star in a floral base, from the Sunday school class of deceased, J.B. Fricker, teacher; wreath, from Mrs. Calvin Schofer and Miss Babb; lilies, Harry and Eddie Schofer; pillow, with "At Rest" in immortelles, from the husband of deceased, sickle and star on a flora base, from Mr. and Mrs. John Goodman; cross and anchor, from James, Charles, Frank, George and Alvin Schofer.
The remains were attired in a white shroud and reposed in a walnut casket with the name and age inscribed on the plate. John Goodman, Scott Dickinson, John Hartman and John Drexel were the bearers. Interment took place at Charles Evans. C. Henninger & Son undertakers.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 15, 1886. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Frank J. Schofer, 79, of 324 Penn St., Reading, died Saturday at his home. Born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, he was the son of the late John H. and Lucinda (Leibensperger) Schofer. He was employed as a salesman for Slimline Appliances, Reading. Preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Evelyn (Hanson) Schofer, he is survived by three brothers, Cyrus, Andrew and Elmer, all of Topton, and one sister, Eva, also of Topton. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Call 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 1, 1964, page B-14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Reading Hannah L. Schofer, daughter of the late James and Catherine (Diener) Schofer, died here Sunday at Caum Memorial Home. She was 82. Born in District Township, Berks County, she was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Pennsburg. She had been a guest for eight years at the Lutheran Home in Topton. She moved to the Caum Home four years ago. Surviving are a brother, Frank D. Schofer of Pennsburg R. 1, and nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Pennsburg. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Tuesday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 24, 1960, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Private funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Schofer funeral home, Topton, with public services at 2 p.m. in Maxatawny church for Jacob J. Schofer, well-known Topton funeral director and furniture dealer, who died Monday evening in the Reading hospital. A past president of the Pennsylvania division, Travellers Protective Assn., he was in his 68th year. Mr. Schofer was the senior member of the firm of J. J. Schofer and Sons, Topton. Among his other varied interest, Mr. Schofer was a member of the Topton Fire Co., a vice president of the National bank of Topton, director and three times president of Post L., TPA, a director of the Goshenhoppen Mutual Fire Insurance co. of Pennsburg, and of the Lutheran faith, attending the Maxatawny church. He was a native of Schofers, Maxatawny township, a son of the late John H. And Lucinda, nee Leibensperger, Schofer. Forty-six years ago he moved to Topton and inaugurated his funeral service. In 1936 he was a national delegate from Berks county to the Democratic convention in Philadelphia, at which Franklin D. Roosevelt was renominated for the presidency. Mr. Schofer is survived by his wife, Ellen, nee Titlow, Schofer; a son, John G. Schofer, at home; two daughters, Pauline, wife of Kermit Adam, at home, and Mae, wife of Luther Herbein, supervising principal of the Topton schools; two grandsons, and four brothers, Cyrus, Andrew and Elmer, all of Topton; Frank, West Lawn, and a sister, Eva Schofer, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 26, 1946, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]
John G. Schofer, 55, a Topton funeral director and furniture dealer, died yesterday morning at Reading Hospital, where he was admitted Friday after he suffered a heart attack. He had been a funeral director 34 years. He resided at 109 N. Main St., Topton. Schofer also was a director and a vice president of the Topton National Bank for the last 10 years. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zions Union Church, Maxatawny, and many civic and fraternal organizations. He was a member of the Reading Consistory, Royal Temple Shrine; Hugenot Lodge F&AM, Kutztown; Reading Commandery 42, Knights Templar, and Excelsior Royal Knights Chapter 337. A native of Maxatawny Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Jacob J. and Ellen (Titlow) Schofer. He was the husband of Minnie (Dierolf) Schofer. Surviving are his wife; two sons, Jacob J. and George G.; two sisters, Pauline, wife of Kermit Adam, and Mae, wife of Luther Herbein, and four grandchildren, all of Topton. Services will be at the convenience of the family.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 18, 1956, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
John H. Schofer, aged 76 years, 11 months and 26 days, passed away at the residence of his son, Jacob J., in Topton, on Thursday at 6 a.m. He had been in ill health for the last two years. He was born and reared in Greenwich township, Berks county, where Schofers Mill now stands. For many years he conducted the store and hotel at schofers, and it was during his time there that the post office was established at that place through the efforts of the late Congressman Daniel Ermentrout. He was a member of the Lutheran faith of Maxatawny church. He was a son of the late John G. and his wife Susanna (nee Beiber) Schofer. He was twice married: first to Lucinda Leibensperger and second to Hettie Trollinger, both deceased. There survive two daughters, Susan, wife of Alfred Seisholtz, Boyertown, and Eva, Topton; five sons, Jacob J., Andrew, Cyrus and Elmer, Topton; Frank, Intervilla; one sister, Mrs. William Fisher, Kutztown, six grandchildren and one great grandchild. The funeral will be held from the residence of his son, Jacob J. Schofer, Main street, Topton, on Tuesday, December 18, at 1.30 p.m. Further services in Maxatawny church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. S. Dry, Kutztown, will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 15, 1928, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schofer, Margaret G., wife of Charles A. Schofer, Wyomissing Hills, passed away on New Year's Day at the age of 55 years. She is survived by her husband, a son, Charles Edward, and a brother, John Guenther. She was a faithful member of First Church. Her pastor conducted the memorial service on January 4th in the Auman Funeral Home. __George B. Carvell
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXX, no. 5, February 2, 1954, p. 16. Submitted by: Lynn.]
Mrs. Mayme Schofer, 79, of 59 E. High St., Topton, died Wednesday night in Allentown Hospital. She was the wife of Cyrus Schofer. Born in Maxatawny Township, she was the daughter of the late James and Sarah (Schaeffer) Weaknecht. Mrs. Schofer was a member of the UCC congregation of Maxatawny Union Church. Besides her husband she is survived by a sister, Helen, wife of Robert Wahl of Reading. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 27, 1963, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Phyllis E. Schofer, wife of Jacob J. Schofer, 37 E. High St., Topton, died yesterday afternoon in Reading Hospital, where she was a patient four weeks. She was 24 years old. A daughter of Harry and Mae (Keck) Mest, she was born in Allentown and was a graduate of Allentown High School and Allentown Business College. Her father is a former manager of the Allen Hotel. Her husband is associated with his father in the furniture business in Topton. Surviving are her husband, a daughter Cynthia, her parents, who live at 1420 Gordon St., Allentown; a brother Robert, Klamath Falls, Ore.; a grandmother, Mrs. Ida Mest, Allentown, and a grandfather, Frederick Keck, Allentown R. 2.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 30, 1951, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held in the Atonement Lutheran Church, Wyomissing, for Edith J. Scholar, 89, of Van Reed Road, Bern Township, who died April 29 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient two days. Burial was in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton. She was predeceased by her husband, J. Robert Scholar, who died May 18, 2002. Born in Richmond, Va., she was the daughter of the late Glenn M. and Margaret K. (Morris) James. She was a 1932? graduate of Wyomissing High School. Until retiring, she was employed as a furniture sales consultant by Pomeroy's and Lit Brothers department stores. Scholar was a past president of the Women's Club of Womelsdorf and the Womelsdorf Parent-Teacher Association. She was a member of Atonement Luteran Church, Wyomissing. Surviving are a daughter, Kathryn S. (Scholar) Frank, Spring Township; a son, J. Robert II, Bern Township; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a sister, Sarah J. (James) Bell, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. The Auman Funeral Home, Reading, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 20, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Scholl - Near Stouchsburg, December 26th, Clara Arabella, daughter of Levi and Sarah Scholl, aged 2 years and 2 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 27, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]
From blood poisoning received while dressing the wound of a patient ten years ago, Dr. Erastus R. Scholl died at his home in Reading, Pa., last month. He was a prominent homeopathic physician of Reading, a founder of the hospital by that name and a man very highly esteemed. His age was 58 years and he leaves a wife and daughter. He was a near relative of Mr. Jas. D. Scholl, of this city, who furnishes the above data.
[Source: Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, November 24, 1892. Submitted by Ken.]
Scholl - Near Stouchsburg, May 19th, George, son of Peter and Kate Scholl, aged 2 years, 1 month and 18 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 24, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]
Scholl--In Marion, on Feb. 9, Nelly, wife of Isaac Scholl, aged 68 years, 7 months and 18 days.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 20, 1869. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Among the local survivors of Paul M. Scholl, of Muhlenberg Township, who died June 16 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital, is a sister, Betty J. (Scholl) Quire, Blandon.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of Paul Martin Scholl, 72, of Muhlenberg Township, who died June 16 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital, is a daughter, Karen L. (Scholl) Smith, Mohrsville.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, June 25 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Ralph W. Schollenberger, 65, Largo, Fla., formerly of Reading, died of natural causes July 5 in St. Petersburg (Fla.) General Hospital. He was the husband of Mary F. (Stefanek) Schollenberger. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Ralph and Virginia (Stoudt) Schollenberger. Schollenberger was employed for many years as a machine operator by Wyomissing Paper Division, Muhlenberg Township, until his retirement. He was a Marine Corps veteran. Schollenberger is also survived by two sons, Barry Hamilton, West Melbourne, Fla., and Craig Hamilton, Palatine, Ill. The E. James Reese Funeral Home, Seminole, Fla., is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 7, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Clinton J. Schott, 55, died Friday night at his home in Hereford Township, Macungie R. 1, following a four year illness. He was the husband of Florence M. (Hunter) Schott. A native of District Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Anthony and Hettie Ann (Herbst) Schott. He had resided in the Hereford Township area for the last 16 years. He was a carpenter by trade. He was a member of Huff E-R Church, and also a member of Boyertown Nest No. 22, Fraternal Order of Orioles. Besides his wife Florence, he is survived by two daughters, Patricia Ann, at home, and Thelma, the wife of Lynwood Ehst, Boyertown, and one granddaughter; three sisters, Minnie, the wife of Leo Pfaudenhauer, Zionsville R.D., Mrs. Ella Albitz, of East Greenville, and Bertha, the wife of Robert Brey, Emmaus; one brother, Peter, of Boyertown. Services at the Schwenk Funeral Home, Boyertown, Wednesday 2 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, July 4, 1954, page 36. Submitted by Jerri.]
Earl O. Schott, 48, Palm, husband of the late Beuliah (Hoffman) Schott, was pronounced dead upon arrival at Allentown Hospital Tuesday by Dr. Willard Kindt. According to Clayton P. Werley, Lehigh County coroner, death was due to a lung ailment. Schott was brought to the hospital by the Perkiomen Valley ambulance. A native of Huff's Church, he was the son of the late Wilson Schott and Mrs. Kathryn (Hoffman) Schell. He was employed by the Bethlehem Steel Company and was a member of the Lutheran Church, Topton. In addition to his mother and step-father, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Schell, he is survived by two sons, Willard, Palm, and Collier, Allentown; a daughter Elizabeth, wife of Alfred Hoch, Palm; two brothers, Lester, Bechtelsville, and Forrest, Perkiomenville, and eight grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 14, 1952, page 35. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schott -- In Myerstown, Emelie, wife of Stephen Schott, and daughter of James and Elizabeth Levengood, aged 30 years, 5 mos. and 23 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 3, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Mrs. Florence M. Schott, widow of Clinton Schott, died in her home near Huffs Church, Macungie R. 1, Saturday morning. She was 53. Born in Zionsville, she was a daughter of Charles H. and the late Elmira (Seisholtz) Hunter. She was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Huffs Union Church, the Ladies Aid Society of that church and the Auxiliary of the Seisholtzville Fire Co. Prior to her illness she was employed by the Royal Manufacturing Co., Alburtis. Surviving besides her father at Macungie R. 1, are one daughter Patricia, wife of Richard Fenstermacher, at home; three sisters, Edna, wife of Fred Reinert, and Jennie, wife of Elmer Heffner, both of Barto R. 1; and Elva Hunter of Mertztown R. 1; two brothers, Elam, Emmaus, and David, Macungie R. 1. Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Call 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, October 29, 1961, page D-8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Warren H. Schott, 49, Harlem, Barto R.D., husband of Dorothy Kranzley Schott, died Monday night at Allentown hospital. He had been a patient for a week. Born in Huffs Church, he was the son of the late Wilson Schott. He was a carpenter and cabinetmaker and had been self-employed for the past eight years. He was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran church, Topton. Surviving are his wife; mother, Mrs. Frank Schell, Pennsburg; a son, Clarence S., at home; two daughters, Jean, wife of Walter Shaner, Barto R. 1; Grace, wife of Dean Gilbert, Bechtelsville; three grandchildren; and three brothers, Earl, Sanatoga; Lester, Bechtelsville; and Forrest, Perkiomenville R.D.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 16, 1951, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schower -- In Bern, February 20th, John Schower, aged 76 years.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 28, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Schrack - In Center, January 3d, Anna Deborah, only child of Milton and Mary Schrack, aged 1 year, 10 months and 12 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 16, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]
Schrack - In Hamburg, March 19th, Chas., son of John & Sarah Schrack, aged 8 months and 20 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 25, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Virginsville. Mrs. Daniel Schrack, from Bern, died of cancer of the breast.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, January 3, 1879. Submitted by Peggy.]
Schrack - In Tulpehoccon, June 3d, David Schrack, husband of Sarah Schaeffer, aged 58 years, 1 month and 18 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, July 19, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]
There was taken to Robesonia, Berks County, Saturday, the body of Harry E. Schrack, for burial in a cemetery there. Deceased was a son of George C. Schrack and wife, nee Miller, who reside at East Macungie, and brought his age to seven years, ten months and four days. He was sick for some time with pulmonary tuberculosis. The boy died on Wednesday. A number of other children remain to the parents. The father was for some time employed at the local furnace and is about to move with his family back to Robesonia, where they came from a few years ago. Undertaker Levi Funk has the funeral in charge. Rev. W. M. Kopenhaver conducted services at the house Friday evening.
[Source: Macungie news, Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 4, 1918, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mae E. Schrack, 91, Womelsdorf, died May 22 at 3:56 a.m. in Berks Heim Annex, where she had been a patient since May 19. Her husband, Roy D. Schrack, died Sept. 29, 2002. Born in Marion Township, she was a daughter of the late John C. and Elvy M. (Klopp) Troutman. She was the foster daughter of the late William and Elsie (Troutman) Wertz. Schrack and her husband operated a dairy farm for many years in Marion Township, retiring in 1978. She was a member of St. John's Host Church, Tulpehocken Township. Schrack is survived by a daughter, Mary A. (Schrack) Bender, Spring Township; and two sons, Robert L., Bernville, and David L., Marion Township. Other survivors include two sisters, Agnes (Troutman) Zechman, Myerstown, Lebanon County, and Jane (Troutman) Ruth, Wyomissing; and two brothers, Louis Troutman, Wyomissing, and William H. Troutman, Bernville. There are also eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in St. John's Host Church. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. The Hetrick Funeral Home, Womelsdorf, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, May 23, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
Schrack - In Centre, February 1st, Sydney Ann, wife of Milton K. Schrack, aged 20 years, 4 months and 14 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 18, 1871. Submitted by Kathy.]
William Schraden, of Bower's Station, died on Saturday last after a severe illness with pneumonia, at the age of 80 years. He is survived by his wife, Mary, and these children: Louisa E., wife of Jacob Kelchner, of Fleetwood; Cornelia N., wife of Aaron Brintzeghoff, and Andora E., wife of Winfield DeLong, of near Bowers. He left quite a handsome estate, among his real estate possessions having been the farm of Mr. Willoughby Schmoyer, near Breinigsville, which however on the 20th of December last he sold to Mr. Philip Moatz, of the later named place, at a good price. The latter named bought the property specially with a view of developing the cement rock deposits on the tract for establishing a cement mill thereon, the cement stones underlying the surface being known to be of the very best quality, and in quantity almost inexhaustible. Eight barrels of the stones were recently placed in charge of the assayer of one of the oldest established cement mills up the Valley, and tests in every form showed them to be of a quality second to no other in Lehigh county. Mr. Moaatz, since the making of the test, bought an adjoining tract of cement land from Jonas Schmoyer containing 14 acres, also known to be underlaid with cement rocks of a quality equal to the first above spoken of tract, for $3000.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 1, 1899, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Priscilla A., nee Pauley, wife of Alexander Schrader, retired veteran of the local fire department, died at 5:30 oclock yesterday afternoon at her home, 637 New street, of a complication of ailments incident to old age. Mrs. Schrader, who was in her 81st year, had been in failing health for several months and bedfast since last Wednesday. Born in Mertztown, Berks county, a daughter of John and Hattie Pauley, she had resided in this city for the past fifty-nine years. She was a devoted member of St. Lukes Lutheran church. Her husband was a member of paid fire department for twenty-five years, serving the greater part of the time at the Pioneer engine house. He was retired on pension about seven years ago. Besides her husband, she is survived by five children, Mrs. Anna Bury, Mrs. Allen Erdman, Howard, Frank and George Schrader, all of this city, together with five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and a twin sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Scheirer, of this city. Funeral services will be held at her late home on Wednesday at 2 p.m., daylight time. Interment will be made in Greenwood cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, May 29, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Elizabeth Schraer, of Reading, died Saturday of consumption, after a lingering illness, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Warren Linderman, aged 66 years. She is survived by these children: Mrs. Warren Linderman, Reading; Mrs. Charles Shally, Harrisburg; Mrs. Fred Epting, West Leesport; Warren D. Schraer, Allentown, and William P. Reed, Hamburg.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 15, 1906, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Charles H. Schroeder, 54, 1939 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, died yesterday morning at St. Luke's hospital of a heart condition. Mr. Schroeder was born March 14, 1884, in Fleetwood, Pa., the son of John and the late Valera (Noll) Schroeder. For the past 29 years he was employed by the Baltimore Life Insurance Co. in the Allentown office, and for a number of years held the post of ass'stant superintendent. He was a member of Salem Lutheran church and the Reading units of the Knights of Malta, H. Stanley Goodwin Lodge, F. and A.M. and the P.O.S. of A. Besides his wife and father, his survivors are the following: two brothers, Asher and Ray, both of Reading; two sisters, Mrs. Neubling and Florence schroeder, both of Reading. The funeral will be held from his home, 1939 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, Wednesday at 2 p.m. Burial will be made in Nisky Hill cemetery. The Rev. G. Franklin Gehr, pastor of Salem Lutheran church, will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 15, 1938. Submitted by Jerri.]
D. Francis Schroeder, a former city official, died Feb. 2, 1984, Thursday morning, at 6:20; in the Lehigh Valley Hospital Center, near Allentown, were he had been a patient since Jan 15. He was 85 years, 1 month, 17 days. For the last three weeks, Schroeder, 85, was living with his daughter Louise S. Brown at 1960 Schadt Ave., Whitehall, Lehigh County, Pa. Born in Reading, December 16, 1898 he was a son of the late Henry M. and Katharine (Fitterling) Schroeder. His place of birth was 141 Rose St., Reading, Pa. As a youth, attended St' James Lutheran Church, 515 Chestnut St., Reading, PA., and later during his youth he became an active member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 5th and Elm St's. Reading, served on numerous committees, the Church Council for 39 years until it's closing in the 1960's.
Schroeder, formerly of 420 Robeson St., Reading Pa., was recommended by Councilman Albert E. Schucker, streets director. He was assigned the responsibility to help with the continuing activities of the engineering bureau. His personnel analysis covered all bureaus within the department of streets and public improvements.
A 1916 graduate with high honors' of the former Reading Boys High School. He is a World War I U. S. Navy veteran, served as an apprentice seaman at St. Helene Station artificers School, Norfolk, and became a Carpenter Mate 2nd Class. His service was from Jan 1918 to Jan 1919. After his military service, he was employed as a part time accountant/bookkeeper, and as a sales person for Swift and Company, and continued his education at Albright College, LaSalle Institute, Philadelphia, and the Wharton Extension Evening School of the Univ. of Pennsylvania. Schroeder, became Executive Vice President / Secretary-Treasurer of the former Nolde & Horst Co., 9th & Douglas St's, Reading, Pa., a manufacturer of full fashioned women and men's hosier, employing 1800 workers. A second manufacturing plant was located in Womelsdorf, Pa. Because of the downturn of the knitting industry located in Berks County, Nolde & Horst manufacturing operation were acquired by the Chester R. Roth and Co.
After the sale all operations were moved to a manufacturing facility in the Carolinas. He then worked as a public accountant in 1953; 1954 joined the Pennsylvania Optical Co., and was named it's Treasurer in 1955, and elected Secretary-Treasurer in 1956. He worked at Penn Optical until his retirement. He then provided Income Tax and Book-keeping Accounting Services during his retirement years until the early 1980's.
Schroeder met his wife Dorothy (Graeff) Schroeder, at St' Matthew Lutheran Church, 5th and Elm St's Reading, and both were members of the Church until it's closing. They transferring membership, affiliating with Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 4th and Spring St's., Reading, a short distance from their home. His wife Dorothy (Graeff) Schroeder, born July 14, 1902 at 166 Greenwich St., Reading, Pa., was the daughter of Laura (Schmehl) and Harry Graeff.
He was a Past Master of Isaac Hiester Lodge No 660, F&AM, Reading, served as the lodge's secretary from 1958 to 1973, the Valley of Reading, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, a member of the National Association of Accountants, Reading Chapter, and a former member of Green Valley Country Club. He also served as secretary and treasurer of his 1916 high school class until his death.
In addition to his widow, he is survived by a daughter, Louise, wife of Chester W. Brown, Whitehall, Pa., and two granddaughters, Sandra Louise Brown Davis and Heather Ann Brown.
Funeral service will be held Monday, February 6, 1984 at 1 p.m. by The Rev. Dr. Ralph A. Boyer III, pastor of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church. The Henninger Funeral Home 229 North 5th St, Reading, Pa., is in charge of arrangements.
Interment is at Laureldale Cemetery.
[Source: Memorial obituary, no date. Submitted by Chester.]
Services will be held May 2, 10:30 a.m. in St. John's Lutheran Church, Kutztown, for Donald R. Schroeder, who died of natural causes April 29 in his West Walnut Street, Kutztown residence. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown. He was predeceased by his wife, Melba M. (Moyer) Schroeder, who died in 1983. Born in Sinking Spring, he was a son of the late Irwin and Mamie (Stump) Schroeder. Until retiring in 1999, he was last employed as bar manager by the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Kutztown, for 10 years. He was previously employed for 32 1/2 years by Carpenter Technology Corp., until retiring in 1983. Schroeder was a Korean War Army veteran. He was a member of St. John's Church, Kutztown. Surviving are three sons, Bruce L. Schroeder and Scott T. Schroeder, both of Kutztown, and Craig A. Schroeder, Lenhartsville. There are also six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Helen (Schroeder) Brown, West Lawn. The Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, May 1, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Dorothy G. Schroeder, entered into eternal rest, Friday Feb. 10, 1989 , 86 years, 6 months, 27 days of 1960 Schadt Ave., Whitehall Twp, Allentown, Pa.
She passed into eternal life while a patient in the Lehigh Valley Hospital Center.
She was the widow of D. Francis Schroeder who pre deceased her in 1984. The Schroeder's were former resided at 420 Robeson St., Reading, Pa.
Born July 14, 1902 at 166 Greenwich St., Reading, Pa., the daughter of Laura (Schmehl) and Harry Graeff, and baptized August 25, 1902 by the Rev. M. H. Brensinger. Witness' present were her parents. She attended Schools in the Reading area. At age 16 her mother Laura Graeff died. She lived with her aunt in Blandon, PA., for several months and then returned to live and work in Reading.
She worked as a housekeeper and sales person and later employed as a sales person for the C. K. Whitmer department store, Reading. She worked in the ladies wares department, and became a buyer in what was known as the corset' department, in the 1930's.
Dorothy joined St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 5th and Elm St's. Reading March 9, 1919. During the 1920" she became acquainted with D. Francis Schroeder, of Reading and were married June 18, 1925, by the Rev. Dr. W. C. Dunlop, at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 5th and Elm St's. Reading. She was an active member of the Elizabeth Herr, Chapter #131, Order of the Eastern Star, Reading, and served as the Chapter's secretary for many years, and a former member of Green Valley Country Club.
In addition to his widow, he is survived by a daughter, Louise, wife of Chester W. Brown, Whitehall, Pa., and two granddaughters, Sandra Louise Brown Davis and Heather Ann Brown.
Funeral service will be held Monday, February 6, 1984 at 11 a.m. by The Rev. Dr. Ralph A. Boyer III, pastor of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church. The Henninger Funeral Home 229 North 5th St, Reading, Pa., is in charge of arrangements.
Interment is at Laureldale Cemetery.
[Source: Memorial obituary, no date. Submitted by Chester.]
Henry M. Schroeder, 87, formerly from Reading, Pa, died Sunday afternoon in the Henry Infirmary at the Lutheran Home, Topton, Pa. For most of his life he lived at 836 McKnight St., Reading, Pa. and for a short time resided with his granddaughter Louise (Schroeder) Brown, at 125 Raymond St., Hyde Park, Muhlenberg Twp., died Thursday afternoon December 16, 1962.
Born in Reading, in 1875, a son of John and Catharine (Moyer) Schroeder, he had been employed by the Reading RR Co., as a bookkeeper for fifteen years before his retirement, and during his retirement years did part time work as a bookkeeper and income tax returns for two small neighborhood business and neighbors.
His wife, Katharine (Fitterling) Schroeder, died June 8, 1961.
Mr. Schroeder was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, 515 Chestnut St., Reading, Pa., and held membership in the P. & R, Relief Assn., and Nest No 2, Fraternal Order of Orioles.
Surviving his death are a son, D. Francis Schroeder, of Reading; a daughter, Sister Mary Barbara Schroeder, CSSB, assigned as Mother Superior at St. John the Baptist School, for Girls, Mendham, N.J.; a granddaughter Louise (Schroeder) Brown, wife of Chester W. Brown; two great grandchildren, Sandra L Brown and Heather Ann Brown.
Funeral service will be held Wednesday, December 19, 1962 at 1:00 p.m., by The Rev. Arthur H. Naugle, pastor St. James Lutheran Church 515 Chestnut St., at the Henninger Funeral Home 229 North 5th St, Burial will be at Laureldale Cemetery.
[Source: memorial obituary, submitted 7 February 2012. Submitted by Chester.]
Henry C. Schroeder died at his residence in Ruscombmanor, Berks county, of a complication of diseases, aged 85 years. Deceased leaves his widow, Sarah; two sons, John and David Schroeder, of Reading, and three step-children, Daniel Herbein, Pennsburg; Adam Herbein, Allentown, and Henry Herbein, who lives in one of the western states.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 14, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Catherine (Fitterling) Schroeder, 84, wife of Henry M. Schroeder from 836 McKnight St., Reading, Pa died Thursday afternoon June 8, 1961 (84 yrs., 5 mos., 13 days). It is noteworthy that when baptized she was given the name Catherine Fitterling. Apparently when married, on April 14, 1898 the Rev M. C. Horine when writing the name on the Marriage certificate may have misspelled Catherine as Katherine.
Born in Cumru Twp., a daughter of Daniel and Elmira (Strunk) Fitterling. Mrs. Schroeder was a member of St' James Lutheran Church, its Missionary Society, and the Women's Bible Class, 515 Chestnut St., Reading, PA. Katherine lived on windsor St and 112 Spring St.; and for most of her married life she lived at 836 McKnight St., Reading, Pa., until the last year of her life when she required medical assistance because of failing health.
She also was affiliated with Lucille court No 91, Order of Amaranth; Elizabeth Herr Chapter, Order of Eastern Starr, and Tiberias shrine No 21, Order of White shrine of Jerusalem.
In addition to her husband, Mrs. Schroeder is survived by a son, D. Francis Schroeder of Reading, born Dec. 16, 1898 and a daughter, Sister Mary Barbara Schroeder, Mother Superior of the CSJB Episcopal Church order, stationed at St. John the Baptist School, Mendham, N.J. (Note: St. John the Baptist School an all girls school and is an Episcopalian Church related school) Sister Mary Barbaa was born 1901 died 1971.
Also, a granddaughter, Louise (Schroeder) Brown, wife of Chester W. Brown, two great grandchildren, Sandra L Brown and Heather Ann Brown and a sister, Mary, wife of Frank Matz Reading, and several nieces and nephews.
During her lifetime she worked as a caterer, a food service business for; special event banquets, Masonic Lodge banquets and dinner service in private homes.
Funeral service will be held Monday, June 12, 1961 at 10 a.m. by The Rev. Arthur H. Naugle, Pastor St. James Lutheran Church, at the Henninger Funeral Home 229 North 5th St, Reading, Pa. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery.
[Source: memorial obituary, submitted 7 February 2012. Submitted by Chester.]
In Hereford, on the 13th ult., Maria Schubart, at the advanced age of 98 years and 9 months. The deceased had 8 children, 59 grandchildren, 121 great-grandchildren, and 20 great-great-grandchildren, of whom about 19 are deceased.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 12, 1850. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Mrs. Annie Elizabeth Schubert, nee Frederick, of 235 N. 9th St., died at the Allentown hospital at 11.05 a.m. yesterday following an illness of years. Death was due to complications. Mrs. Schubert, who was seventy years old, was the widow of Milton J. Schubert and the daughter of the late Jacob and Mary E., nee Butz, Frederick. She was born in Longswamp. Surviving are one son, Raleigh M. F. Schubert, with whom she resided; one daughter, Gertrude M., wife of Mark Snyder; one brother, Jonathan E. Frederick, deputy Lehigh county prothonotary, of Allentown, and three sisters: Ida, wife of C. J. Everett; Sallie, widow of Harvey Newhard, and Nora, widow of Charles Stuber, all of Allentown. One grandchild, Walter O. Hunsicker, and one great grandchild also survive. Mrs. Schubert was preceded in death by her parents, husband and by two brothers. She was a member of the Lutheran faith, Allentown Shrine No. 27, White Shrine of Jerusalem, Order of Eastern Star, Degree of P. of P. and Order of Macabees. Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. daylight saving time, from the Oliver Burkholder funeral home, 1717 Hanover Ave. Interment in Greenwood cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 15, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Caroline S. Schubert, widow of William Schubert, died at 11:30 o'clock Saturday morning after an illness of two years. For 56 years, her home was at 1135 Linden St. She was 86 years old on Nov. 6. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, Mrs. Schubert was a daughter of the late Nathan and Lovina, nee Rothenberger, Fegely. She came to Allentown 56 years ago and her husband for many years conducted a grocery store at the Linden St. Address. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene. Surviving her are a son, Harry F. Schubert, and a daughter, Mrs. N. K. Moyer, both of Allentown; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Louise Miller and Mrs. Annie Seifert, both of Macungie. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the J. S. Burkholder funeral home, 1601 Hamilton St. Interment will be in the Longswamp cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 23, 1942, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]
Edwin L. Schubert, former school teacher and musician, died following a stroke of apoplexy on Tuesday at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Kay Bentzen, Sumneytown. He was aged 67 years, 8 months and 20 days. Mr. Schubert was born in Long Swamp, Berks County, on May 6, 1864. Early in life he taught school in Long Swamp and for seven years served as organist of the Long Swamp church. Later he located in Allentown, where he played the violin in a number of orchestras, including the Lyric theatre orchestra. Four years ago his eyesight failed and he moved to the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bentzen. He is survived by the following children: Mrs. Bentzen, Sumneytown; Mrs. Foster Welder, Mrs. Earl Scheirer, Mildred Schubert, Paul and Harold Schubert, all of Allentown; and Warren Schubert, New York. There are also three sisters and two brothers: Mrs. Frank Davenport, Philadelphia; Mrs. Samuel Beiry and Mrs. Anna Niece, Milton Schubert, Allentown; and Harvey Schubert, Pittsburgh. Five grandchildren also survive. Mr. Schubert was a member of the Allentown chapter of the Fraternal Home Insurance Society, and of Washington Camp No. 406, P.O.S. of A. The funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock in St. Luke’s Lutheran church, this city, with Rev. W. L. Katz officiating. Interment will be made in Long Swamp cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call,Thursday, January 28, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Herman Louis Schubert was found dead yesterday on the floor of his room at the boarding house of Joseph A. Haney, at 735 Cedar street. The funeral will be held on Sunday, with services by Rev. N. W. Helffrich and burial at the Longswamp Church. Deceased was a native of Schlerz, Germany, on January 3, 1831, and was a son of John Gotlieb and Christianna (Rehrig) Schubert. He came to America on July 20, 1852. He married Elvina Schaffer on September 28, 1850, who died December 15, 1856. Then he married Mary A. Fenstermaker. He is survived by four children, Mrs. Martin Erich and Mrs. Henry M. Diefenderfer, of this city; Oliver, of Spring City, and John, in the West. A brother is August, of Reading, and a sister is Mrs. Rupley, of Springfield, Ill. There are a number of grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 2 1906, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Schubert, in this city, March 20, 1895, of heart disease from which she was a long sufferer. Mrs. Mary A. Schubert. The remains will be shipped to Shamrock on Friday, at 12:15 p.m., where services will be held in the Longswamp Church. Interment in Longswamp Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 22, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mary Louisa Schubert, wife of Edwin L. Schubert, 893 Washington street, died Sunday morning at 4 o'clock, following an operation for cancer of the stomach at the Allentown hospital. Mrs. Schubert was a native of Longswamp, Berks county, and was aged 52 years. She was a daughter of the late James and Susan Fritch Sittler. There survive her husband and the following children: Paul, Martha, Harold, Mildred, Dorothy and Warren, at home, and Mrs. Kay Bentzen, of Detroit, Mich. Three grandchildren, Robert, Luther and Ethel; two brothers, Clarence and William, Philadelphia, and one sister, Mrs. Maude Lewis, Beverly, Lackawanna county, also survive. Mrs. Schubert was an active member of St. Luke's Lutheran church. The funeral will be held from her late home on Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Services will be conducted there by Rev. William L. Katz, pastor of St. Luke's. Interment will be made in Longswamp cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 7, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Matilda Schubert, widow of William Schubert, who was for many years organist of Longswamp church, died Friday evening at her home, No. 242 North Hall street, Allentown, after an illness of some months. The direct cause was apoplexy. Her age was 69 years. She is survived by these children, William Schubert, Mrs. Samuel F. Biery, E. L. Schubert, M. Z. Schubert, Mrs. Annie Kietz, of Allentown; Henry Schubert, Scranton; Mrs. Martha Walbert, Longswamp; Mrs. Wm. Keiser, Springfield, Ill.; Mrs. T. F. Davenport, Camden, N.J.; Harvey F. Schubert, Allegheny; Mrs. Eliza Wendling, Alburtis. There are these surviving brothers and sisters: Mrs. Mary Ann Neece, of Erie, who is 96 years of age; Jesse Zepp, of Sonneytown. The funeral will be held on Thursday from the home of her son-in-law, Samuel F. Biery, No. 242 North Law street. Services will be held at the house and they will take the 12.35 train for Shamrock where services will be held in Longswamp Church at 1.30 o'clock.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 26, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
William Schubert, one of the oldest musicians hereabouts, died Sunday morning at his home at 317 North Ninth street, Allentown, from the effects of an apoplectic stroke sustained six years ago, which confined him to bed ever since. About a year ago his mind gave away. He was born at Arnst Hauk by Neustadt, Germany, February 19, 1815. When 21 years of age he came to America and, after engaging in odd jobs, he located at Longswamp. He became organist for the Longswamp Church and served for 52 years. In connection with that Mr. Schubert served in a similar capacity at Lehigh Church for 22 years and at Mertztown for 15 years. He led the choir, organized choruses and gave musical instructions. He taught school there, and published the Hamburg Schnell Post. He was notary public for five years, revenue assessor for five years for the district comprising Longswamp, Maxatawny, Kutztown and Rockland. For forty years he was Justice of the Peace. In 1889 Mr. Schubert was overcome by an attack of paralysis and retired. Eight years ago he moved to Allentown. Deceased was married December 9, 1838, to Sarah, daughter of John Zepp. Nine children were born to them, of whom these survive: William, Jr., of Allentown; Henry, of Scranton; Mrs. Wm. Reyser, of Springfield, Ill.; Mrs. Henry Wendling and Mrs. Charles H. Walbert, of Longswamp. He was married the second time, October 8, 1857, to Matilda Zepp, who is a sister of his first wife. Seven children were born to the second union. The surviving children are Milton Z., Edwin L., Mrs. Samuel Biery, of Allentown; Mrs. C. E. Neese, of Lansdale; Mrs. Frank Davenport, of Pitman, N.J., and Harvey F., of Allegheny. He was a member of Reading Lodge, No. 62, Free and Accepted Masons. He has two brothers, Lewis, of Allentown, and Gustave, of Reading, and one sister in Springfield, Ill. The funeral will be held at the residence of his son, Milton Schubert, at Allentown. Burial services will be held at Longswamp.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 4, 1898, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
The remains of William Schubert, of 1135 Linden St., Allentown, a well known merchant for many years both here in Longswamp and in Allentown, were conveyed over the East Penn Railway to Shamrock on Wednesday, arriving here at 2 p.m., February 17, and were laid at rest in the Longswamp cemetery. Services were held both at his home and in the church, his pastor, W. F. Bond officiating. Undertaker Luther D. Grim, of Allentown, was in charge. The pallbearers were: Samuel Biery, Paul Moyer, William Bortz and William Wendling. Mr. Schubert was a son of Mr. and Mrs. William Schubert, Sr., the well-known organist of Longswamp church for 47 years, and was born in Greenwich township, Berks county, August 26, 1841, while his father was the organist at the Dunkels church. Through the influence of the late Rev. William A. Helffrich, D.D., the family was attracted to Longswamp, where the Senior Schubert was elected in 1842. Thus the deceased was about a year old when the family moved here. He was baptized October 4, 1841, by Rev. George H. Yeager, the sponsors having been Mr. and Mrs. George Dietrich. In early youth he was confirmed by Rev. G. A. Hinterleitner, D.D., then living in Kutztown. He was joined in marriage to Caroline Fegely on February 2, 1877, by Rev. William D. Menning. He passed away from his infirmities of age on February 22, aged 84 years, 5 months and 26 days. He is survived by his wife, one son, Harry, and one daughter, Rosa, wife of N. K. Moyer, all of Allentown. As sexton and surveyor, he did much to improve the premises of the Longswamp church. He laid out the cemetery plots and did much of the grading, also of the planning and excavation for the heating plant. He was well known here as member of the Schubert-Fegely mercantile firm doing business at the old Longswamp store. When the firm dissolved partnership, Manoah Fegely went to Kutztown and later to Maxatawny, and Mr. Schubert to Allentown.
[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 1, 1926, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
William Schubert, a veteran of the Civil War, a stone cutter by trade, but a merchant for many years, died on Friday at his Allentown home, 1155 Linden street. Mr. Schubert was born August 26, 1841, in Greenwich township, Berks county, the son of the late William and Sarah, nee Zepp, Schubert. He was educated in the public schools of the township, later becoming a stone cutter, following that trade for years. He then became an employee of Benjamin Helfrich, in the latter's general store. He then went into business with Richard Wertz, opening a store under the name of Wertz and Schubert, a name later changed to Weiler and Schubert. For many years also, he was a partner of Manoah Fegley in the operation of a general store at Kutztown, Longswamp and Maxatawny. In 1891, Mr. Schubert came to Allentown, opening a store at 1135 Linden street, remaining here since. At the outbreak of the Civil War, Mr. Schubert volunteered, joining the 47th Pennsylvania Volunteers and serving with honor. The deceased was a member of the Lutheran Congregation at Longswamp, serving the Sunday school as secretary for thirty years. He was also a member of Constantine Lodge, I.O.O.F., of Allentown and the Macungie Encampment, No. 123. He is survived by his widow, whom he wedded, as Caroline Fegley, on February 2, 1877. The children, Mrs. N. K. Moyer and Harry Schubert, both of this city, and the following sisters and brothers survive: Mrs. Sarah Keyser, Springfield, Illinois; Mrs. Samuel Biery, Milton, Edwin L., and Harvey S., of Allentown, and Mrs. T. F. Davenport, of Philadelphia. Five children preceded him in death. Twelve grandchildren also survive. Burial will be made on Wednesday with funeral from the parlors of Luther B. Grim, 36 N. 12th St., at 12 o'clock and interment at Longswamp.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, February 14, 1926, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Catharine, wife of Urias Schucker, aged 64 years, 11 months and 21 days, dropped dead of apoplexy on New Year's Day at her home at Moselem Springs. Deceased was preparing to do some work when she was stricken, falling dead on the kitchen floor. She was born in Terre Hill and was the daughter of the late John B. and Lavina (nee Becker) Keim. She was twice married. Her first husband Abraham Reber died 25 years ago. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran church at Kutztown. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, John Reber, Reading; one sister, Mrs. Sassaman Gehret, Reading; two brothers, John J., West Leesport; Alfred, Ashland, and six grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 5, 1918, p. 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Samuel Schucker, a well-known and respected citizen of Richmond township, Berks Co., near Kutztown, died of apoplexy, aged 75 years. The deceased was one of 12 sons of the late Jacob Schucker, of whom only three survive. They are Joel, of Alburtis, and William and Reuben, of Moselem Springs. His wife Susanna and the following children also survive: Peter, Allentown; Cyrus, Amity tsp., Mrs. Luppold, Reading; Mrs. Barlet, Blandon; Samuel, Uriah and Alfred, of Richmond township; and Morris, Sarah and Lucy, at home.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 11, 1903, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Calvin Schueck, 55, of Zionsville R.D., husband of Bessie (Meitzler) Schueck, died Saturday night at his home. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Daniel and Katherine E. (Hilbert) Schueck. He had been employed by the Bally Block Company for 14 years. Prior to that he was employed at the Topton Foundry. Schueck and his wife would have celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary March 23. Schueck was a member of Zionsville Lutheran Church and the Zionsville-Upper Milford Fire Company. Besides, his wife, he is survived by two sons, Melvin, Emmaus, and Calvin Jr., Barto; three daughters, Helen, wife of Raymond Fetterman, Barto; Annabelle, wife of Raymond Kline, at home, and Edna, wife of Preston Meitzler, Barto; three brothers, Henry Schueck, Emmaus; Phillip of Herbert, and Homer, Perkiomen Heights. Also surviving are ten grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and a brother.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 16, 1953, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Cathrine (Hilbert) Schueck, 88, wife of the late Daniel Schueck, died yesterday at her home near Hereford. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Levi Hilbert. She was a member of Zionsville Reformed church, Old Zionsville. Surviving are five sons, Philip and Robert, at home; Henry, Emmaus; Homer, Pennsburg R.1; Calvin, Zionsville R. 1; one daughter, Mrs. Mary Rauch, Boyertown; 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Short funeral services at 1:15 p.m. Friday from the Hoffman funeral home, 221 Main St., East Greenville. Further services at 2 p.m. in Zionsville Reformed church, Old Zionsville. Rev. J. N. Blatt will officiate. Interment in cemetery adjoining church. Calling hours are 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 16, 1947, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Clinton E. Schueck, 42, of Macungie R. 1, husband of Mrs. G. Mary Corner Schueck, died unexpectedly Sunday while fishing at Spring Creek in the Macungie area. He had been under a doctor's care for a heart condition. Schueck had been a driver-salesman for Standard Brands Inc. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Clinton M. and Minnie S. Bauer Schueck. He was a veteran of World War II. Schueck was a member of Lehigh Zion United Church of Christ. Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Linn E., at home; two brothers, Paul E., of Wescosville, and Norman M., of Shelly; two sisters, Evelyn E., wife of Willard Wolfe, of Coopersburg, and Idella, wife of Morris Yost, of Allentown. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 26, 1960, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Daniel Schueck, a well-known resident of Hereford, died at his home Friday, January 5th, aged 69 years, seven months and three days. He is survived by the following children: Robert, of Emaus; Philip, of Hereford; Henry, of Emaus; Calvin, of Hereford; Home, of Lansdale,; Mrs. Minnie Solt, of Barto; Mrs. Harry Rauch, of Boyertown; and a step-daughter, Mrs. Victor Fegley, of Mertztown. Wednesday, January 10th, at 1.30 o'clock, with services and burial at the Reformed church at Old Zionsville. Autos will meet the 1.02 bus at Hereford.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 8, 1923, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Emma Amanda Schueck, of Alburtis, died yesterday morning at the Allentown hospital from peritonitis, which developed following an operation for appendicitis. She was aged 63 years and was born in Hereford township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Nathan and Lydia, nee Heller, Schlicher. Her husband, William Schueck, died about twenty-two years ago. She was a member of the Reformed church at Old Zionsville, of the Alburtis Union Sunday school and the Ladies' Aid society of Christ chapel at Alburtis. She is survived by these children: Elmer, Lloyd and Charles, at home; Mrs. Walter D. Snyder, Herbert, Howard and William, of Alburtis, and Clinton, of Macungie R. 1, and two brothers, Calvin Schlicher, Catasauqua, and James Schlicher, of Old Zionsville. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon with Short services at her late home, Church street, Alburtis, at 2 o'clock, followed by continued services and burial at the Old Zionsville Reformed church. Rev. J. N. Blatt, of Old Zionsville, and Rev. F. P. Laros, of Alburtis, will officiate.
Death notice (p. 19): Age at death = 63 years, 10 months, 16 days
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 17, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Herbert D. Schueck, 83, of 15 Church St., Alburtis, an employe of the Aldrich Pump Division of Ingersoll-Rand Co. for 55 years, died Monday in his home. He was the husband of the late Laura A. (Fegley) Schueck. Born in Hereford Township, he was a son of the late William and Emma A. (Schlicher) Schueck. Schueck was a member of the Church of the Good Shepherd UCC, Alburtis. Surviving are a daughter Violet, wife of Leon Greenawalt of Alburtis; two brothers, Elmer of Cedarbrook and William of Alburtis; a grandchild, and five great-grandchildren, including Linwood L. Gehris with whom he resided. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday in the Trexler & Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. A calling hour will be noon Friday until services.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 23, 1975, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Homer M. Schueck, Pennsburg R. 1, died Friday night in Allentown Hospital. He was 61. Born in Hereford Township, he was the son of the late Daniel and Catherine (Hilbert) Schueck. He was a member of the New Goshenhoppen Reformed Church, East Greenville. Survivors include his widow, Berna (Metz) Schueck, a foster son, Harry Kriebel, of Quakertown R.D.; three sons, William Homer Schueck and Winfred M. Schueck of Boyertown R. 1 and Herman M. Schueck at home; three grandchildren and two brothers, Phillip Schueck of Hereford and Henry Schueck of Emmaus. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday from the Hunsberger Funeral Home, 163 Main St., Pennsburg.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 7, 1954, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]
Howard S. Schueck, 78, of 13 Church St., Alburtis, died yesterday in his home. He was the husband of Helen (Hilbert) Schueck. A self-employed carpenter, he retired 13 years ago. He also had worked several years at the former Hydraulic Engineering Co., Alburtis. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late William and Amanda (Schlicher) Schueck. He was an Army veteran of World War I. Surviving besides his widow are a son William J., of Alburtis; three daughters, Ruth E., wife of Wilbur F. Reichard of macungie; Dorothy M., wife of Kenneth R. Landis of Alburtis, and Carolyn K., wife of Stanley W. Heim of Baltimore; three brothers, Elmer of Allentown and William and Herbert, both of Alburtis, and seven grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. There will be no viewing.
Funeral Notice (p. 7): Age at death = 78 years, 7 months, 7 days; Buried, Lehigh Zion church cemetery
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 4, 1966, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mae (Dey) Schueck, 68, a former resident of Allentown, died on Friday in the Community General Hospital in Reading. She had been a guest at the Becpel Nursing Home in Wernersville for the past 10 years. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late John and Emma (Reinhardt) Dey. A member of the Lutheran faith, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Beitler of Topton and Florence, wife of Lloyd Scheirer of Alburtis R. 1 and three step-sisters, Lula, wife of Walter Hartzel of Macungie, Marie, wife of Paul Scheirer of Alburtis R. 1 and Helen, wife of Clarence Haines of Alburtis. Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, February 10, 1963, page B-6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mathias Schueck, of near Treichlersville, Hereford tsp., aged 83 years, died on Saturday, Oct. 28th, from old age and infirmities. He had been totally blind for nearly a year. The funeral took place on Wednesday following, interment and services at the Zionsville Reformed church. The deceased is survived by two sons and one daughter. His wife died about a year ago.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 1, 1899, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held for William Homer Schueck, 76, husband of Mary R. (Bechtel) Schueck of Gehman Road, Barto, who died November 16 in Lehigh Valley Hospital Center, near Allentown. Born in Norristown, he was a machinist at the former Boyertown Packaging Co. of Boyertown for 22 years, retiring in 1991. Before that, he was a Longacre's Modern Dairy route driver in the Birdsboro and Elverson areas for 14 years. He also worked at Walker's Lawn Mower Shop in New Berlinville for several years. Schueck was a Navy veteran, serving on the USS Lexington aircraft carrier after World War II. He was a lifelong member of New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ in East Greenville, where he served two terms as a trustee on the church consistory. He also served on the church's cemetery board and the property committee. He was also a longtime member of the Church Bible Fellowship Class. He was a member of the National Rifle Association. Schueck also refurbished pump organs, for which he was featured in several newspaper articles. Surviving in addition to his wife of 52 years are a son, Arnold R. Schueck of Gilbertsville; a daughter, Beatrice L. Crowley, of Boyertown; a brother, Winfred M. Schueck of Boyertown; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers and a granddaughter. Contributions may be made to the Cemetery Fund or the Memorial Fund of New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ, 1070 Church Road, East Greenville, PA 18041. Burial was in New Goshenhoppen Cemetery in East Greenville. The arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home, East Greenville.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Because his mother insisted upon his arising Wednesday morning to go to work at a silk mill where he was employed, Charles V. Schugar, sixteen years old, of Topton, in a fit of anger placed a pistol over his heart and pulled the trigger. He died instantly. Mrs. Kate Leibonsperger, his mother, swooned as she realized her son's act. After lying unconscious for several minutes, the woman attempted to reach her son's side, when she was seized with a nervous fit. Her screams were heard by neighbors, who carried her to bed, where she is suffering from shock and physical collapse. Young Schugar had been out until 3 o'clock in the morning watching the election returns. Not being accustomed to keeping such late hours, he failed to respond when first called. After continued efforts of Mrs. Leibensperger's part to arouse him, he drowsily replied that he didn't care to get up. Again he was called, when he fairly screamed, "I'll soon end it all." A moment later he killed himself.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 6, 1908, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
When his mother, Mrs. Kate Leibensperger, of Topton, called her 16-year-old son Charles V. Schugar, to get up in the morning to go to his usual work in the silk mill, he said: "I will soon finish it," and shortly after a shot was heard in his room. The mother ran up stairs and found the boy had fired a revolver bullet through his heart. He was her only son and had retired at 3 o'clock Wednesday morning.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, November 12, 1908, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Susanna F., wife of Joel Schuger, died at her home at Alburtis yesterday morning from stomach troubles. She was 44 years old and was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Rohrbach, the latter surviving. She was twice married. Her first husband was Jacob A. Fox. From the marriage there is one child, Katie. From the second marriage there are two children, G. Calvin and Mary M. Schuger. William F. Rohrbach, of Dale, and Daniel Rohrbach, of Landis Store, are brothers. The funeral will be held on Thursday morning from her late home, with interment at Huff's Church. Rev. D. K. Humber, of Bower's, will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 21, 1900, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Allen Schuler, of Reading, died at her home yesterday of pneumonia. She was 58 years of age. She is survived by her husband, four children, a brother, Frank Schell, of Allentown, and two sisters, Mrs. Anna Hunsberger, of Reading, and Mrs. Minnie Keck, of Philadelphia.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 27, 1917, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Elizabeth Schuler, wife of Mr. Thomas Schuler, of Hereford tsp., died of pneumonia on Sunday, 13th, aged 70 years, 8 months and 13 days. She was born in Upper Milford tsp., this county, on August 1, 1826, and was a member of the Lutheran church. Her husband and son, Henry A., who is one of the editors of the well known German paper, the Welt-Bote, in this city, survive, and three brothers, George Kemmerer, of Powder Valley; Henry Kemmerer, of Emaus; and Daniel Kemmerer, of Allentown.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 24, 1897, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Ella M. (Miller) Schuler died yesterday at the Pennsburg R.D. home of her grandson, Richard Schuler, with whom she resided. She was 78. Born in Longswamp, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Lydia (Heil) Miller. She was the widow of Henry G. Schuler. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Zionsville. Surviving are six grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Hunsberger Funeral Home, 163 Main St., Pennsburg. Viewing will be after 7 p.m. Friday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 21, 1965, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. John Schuler, of Forge dale, in Washington township, Berks County, passed away on Wednesday noon, August 25, aged 85(?) years. Before her marriage she was Miss Hannah Shaner. She is survived by her husband, her only son having died long ago. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 30, beginning at the house at 2 p.m. Further services will be held at Huff's Church, followed by interment.
[Source: Shamrock News, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 27, 1920, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jeremiah T. Schuler, 76, night foreman at the Textile Machine Shop for 21 years, died at his home in West Reading on Saturday. He was born in Mertztown, a son of the late Israel and Susan (Archer) Schuler. Surviving are his widow, Elizabeth J. (Hodge); two daughters, Mrs. Edward Hardy and Mrs. Harry Witman, Reading, and these sisters and brothers, Mrs. Alfred Schaeffer, Allentown; Mrs. Ella Scholl, Bethlehem; Alfred Schuler, Reading, and Andrew Schuler, Indianapolis; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services Wednesday at 2.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 14, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Graveside services will be held for Lester G. Schuler, 66, of West Sixth Street, Red Hill, husband of Betty P. (Frey) Schuler, who died May 18 in Grand View Hospital in Sellersville. Born in Boyertown, he was a son of Bessie (Moll) Schuler of Pennsburg and the late Russell Schuler. He worked as a truck driver for The Knoll Group, East Greenville, for 39 years until his retirement in 1999. Schuler was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church of Pennsburg. He was a member of Red Hill Fire Co.; Liberty Fire Co., New Berlinville; Upper Perkiomen Senior Citizen's Center of East Greenville, and the Pike Township Sportsmen's Association. In addition to his wife of 43 years and his mother, he is survived by a daughter, Wanda Rittenhouse of Pennsburg. Also three brothers, two sisters and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son. Contributions may be made to HHT Foundation, P.O. Box 8087, New Haven, CT 06530; or to St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 81 N. Main St., Pennsburg, PA 18073. A graveside service and burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark's Lutheran Cemetery, Penn Street, Pennsburg. The Rev. Charles E. Romanowski, pastor of St. Mark's Lutheran Church will officiate. The arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home, East Greenville.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, May 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Lucincus J. Schuler, 82 years old, a retired farmer, died yesterday morning at 12:15 o'clock at his home near Kline’s Corner, Mertztown R. 1, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Schuler, in ill health for two years, had been bedfast since Sunday. He was born in Weisenberg township, Lehigh county, a son of Simon and Elvina, nee Haas, Schuler. Mr. Schuler was a farmer nearly all his life and was in the cattle business for many years. He retired 12 years ago. Surviving are his wife, Fyetta, nee Blose, Schuler; four sons, George of Allentown, Adam of Orefield R. 1, James of Mertztown R. 1, and Richard of Breinigsville R. 2; three daughters, Mrs. Charles Grim of Kutztown; Mrs. Clarence Merkle of alburtis R. 1, and Mrs. Edwin Geiger of Fleetwood. A sister, Mrs. Harry Rickert, Orefield R. 1, 24 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, also survive. A daughter, Mrs. Clayton Hahn of Allentown, died Dec. 8, 1938. Four others daughters and two sons preceded him in death. He was a member of the Reformed faith. Funeral services will be held at his late home on Monday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Donald Englert will officiate. Interment will be in Ziegel’s church cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 19, 1939, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Among the local survivors of Pauline (Millisock) Schuler, 66, Thomasville, N.C., who died of natural causes Nov. 11, is a daughter, Eileen M. (Schuler) Weaver, Leesport, and a son, Ralph E. Schuler, Lenhartsville.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, November 20, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Pauline Schuler, Thomasville, N.C., formerly of Kutztown, who died of natural causes Nov. 11. Burial was in Frieden's Cemetery, Stony Run. She was the wife of Elmer E. Schuler. Born in Berks County, she was a daughter of the late John and Rosie (Slider) Millisock. Until retiring in 1999, she was employed by Day-Timers, East Texas, Lehigh County, for several years. She was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Hyde Park. Also surviving five daughters, Jean E. (Schuler) Heck, Alburtis; Rose A. (Schuler) Hamilton, Birdsboro; Joan M. (Schuler) roth, Bowmanstown, Carbon County; Wanda L. (Schuler) Oise, Fleetwood; and Eileen M. (Schuler) Weaver, Leesport. Other survivors include three sons: Ralph E. Schuler, Lenhartsville; Edwin A. Schuler, Kutztown; and Robert A. Schuler, Thomasville, N.C. There are also 15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Edith (Millisock) Hanselman, Yardley, Bucks County.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Perma, the 4-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Victor Schuler, of Coopersburg, died Saturday morning of cramp. Brief funeral services will be held at the home of the parents on Tuesday evening and interment will be made Wednesday at the Longswamp Church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 22, 1905, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Thomas Schuler, of No. 534 North Sixth street, died on Thursday night at the home of his son, Henry Schuler, one of the editors of the "Friedensbote" and "Welt Bote," of this city, aged 76 years. The deceased was born in Hereford township, Berks county, of which place he was almost a life-long resident, following the occupation of farmer and carpenter. Since the death of his wife, four years ago, he lived the greater part of the time with his son, Henry, who is a well known scholar and great student of foreign languages. Nearly two weeks ago, Mr. Schuler left on a two days' trip to Hereford to attend to some business. On the morning of the second day, he felt so badly that he decided to return home. While on the train, he was seized with intense pain in the head. On his way to his home from the depot, he became bewildered on North Sixth street and lost his way. Some one took him to the home of David Sterner, on Sixth street, near Chew, where his identity became known, and he was removed to the home of his son. Dr. Frey was called in and found that he was suffering from apoplexy. He is survived by his son, Henry, and one brother, Mahlon Schuler. The funeral took place at the Lutheran Church at Zionsville.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 17, 1901, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Tyetta A. Schuler, 78, died at 11:05 yesterday morning at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James Schuler near Klines Corner, Mertztown R. 1. Born in Heidelberg township, Lehigh county, she was the daughter of Francis Blose and Susan, nee German, Blose. Mrs. Schuler was a member of the Reformed wing of Ziegels church. Her first husband was George Freeby, and her second husband, Lucingus Schuler, died almost a year ago. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Edwin Geiger of Fleetwood, Mrs. Charles Grim of Kutztown, and Mrs. Clarence Merkle of Alburtis, R. 1; two sons, Richard Schuler of Breinigsville R. 1 and James Schuler of Mertztown R. 1; two stepsons, George Schuler of Allentown and Adam Schuler of Orefield. She is also survived by one brother, Franklin Lynn of Topton; two sisters, Mrs. Elias Benfield of Reinholds Station and Mrs. Cora Schmoyer of Emmaus, nine grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James Schuler. The Rev. Donald Englert will officiate and interment will be made in Ziegels church cemetery.
[Note: Her tombstone in Ziegels church cemetery has her name engraved as Fyetta.]
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, December 31, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services for Warren P Schuler, 81, of 1205 Carbon St., who died Friday at 3:50 p.m. in the Reading Hospital. where he had been a patient since April 3, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday.
The Rev. Charles J Charles will officiate in the Henninger Funeral Home. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Joseph and Ida (Ibach) Schuler. A charter member of Christ Lutheran Church, he had been a member of the church council.
Surviving are his widow Florence E (Kline) Schuler, and a son Albert C., Wyomissing. A daughter Mildred S., wife of Joseph S Vida, Greenfields, and three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Also a brother Albert I of Reading and a sister Edna, wife of Henry Sharpless, Lancaster.
[Source: Reading Eagle, April 15, 1972, p. 13. Submitted by Michelle.]
Adam S. Schultz, retired farmer, died Saturday at his home in Hereford. He was 69. Born in Hereford Township, he was a son of the late Daniel and Susan (Schultz) Schultz. He was a member of Palm Schwenkfelder Church. Surviving are his widow, Mabel (Jones) Schultz, two sons, Ralph J., Hereford, and Wilmer, Emmaus; two daughters, Grace, wife of Raymond Graber, Barto R. 1, and Mildred, wife of John Sikorski, Emmaus; a sister, Mrs. Owen Gerhard, Barto R. 1, and eight grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Palm Schwenkfelder Church. Viewing will be after 7 pm. Tomorrow in the Hunsberger Funeral Home, 163 Main St., Pennsburg.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 28, 1960, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Amanda K. Schultz, wife of the late Henry S. Schultz, died yesterday at the home of a son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley S. Frey of 416 S. 2nd St., Emmaus, where she had been living for the last four years. Her age was 80 years. Born in Washington township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Barbara (Kriebel) Schultz. She was a member of the Bethany Evangelical Congregational church, Clayton, Berks county. Besides the son Wesley, with whom she lived, she is survived by two other sons, Warren S. Frey, Boyertown R.D.; Wilbur S. Schultz, Zionsville R.D.; a sister, Annie S. Schultz, East Greenville R.D.; and a brother, Ambrose S. Schultz of Muskegon, Mich. Also surviving are three step-daughters, Alvenia, wife of Dallas Graver, East Greenville; Thamar, wife of John Hieter, Emmaus; Naomi, wife of Elton Miller, Zionsville R.D.; four step-sons, Jerry S. Schultz, Hereford; Lewis S. Schultz, New Berlinville; Lyman S. Schultz, East Greenville R.D.; Caleb S. Schultz, Hereford; 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 4, 1949, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
LARGELY ATTENDED FUNERAL The funeral of Andrew K. SHULTZ, of Clayton, Berks County, was largely attended on Monday. Rev. O.S. KRIEBEL, of Pennsburg, officiated, assisted by Rev. ANDERS, of Worcester, and Rev. E.E.S. JOHNSON, of Philadelphia, Revs. MACK, EHST and SHELLY, of Bally. Interment was made at the Hereford Schwenkfelder Meeting House Cemetery, near Clayton. The funeral was the largest held at Clayton for years. Mr. SHULTZ was the oldest resident in the town, being 85 years old.
[Source: Town and Country (Pennsburg, PA), Saturday, May 30, 1903. Submitted by: Chuck Wolfram.]
Additional notes from submitter:
Andrew K. SCHULTZ was born 3 March 1818 to Andrew SCHULTZ and his wife Sophia KRIEBEL.
Caleb S. Schultz, 65, of Hereford, Berks County, was stricken with a heart attack yesterday and died at his home. He was the husband of the former Verna G. Kriebel. Schultz retired in 1965 as an inspector for the Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. in Pottsville. He was a member of the Schwenkfelder Church of Palm. Born at Clayton, Berks County, he was a son of the late Henry S. and Elizabeth K. (Schultz) Schultz. Surviving besides his widow are a son Ray K., of Collegeville R. 2; two brothers, Lyman S., of palmerton, and Wilbur, of Zionsville R.D.; two sisters, Thamar, wife of John Hieter of Emmaus, and Naomi, wife of Elton Miller of Zionsville R. D., and two stepbrothers, warren Frey of Boyertown R.D. and Wesley Frey of Emmaus. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Mann Funeral home, 221 Main St., East Greenville. Calling hours will be after 7 p.m. Monday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 21, 1966, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Hereford Man Dies Day After Resigning As Bank Director
Daniel N. Schultz, Succumbs Following Several Weeks' Illness
Was Retired Farmer
Served Long Period of Time as Official of Farmers National Bank
Daniel N. Schultz, retired Hereford township farmer, died at 5:30 o'clock Wednesday eveing, a day after ill health had prompted him to tender his resignation as a member of the board of directors of the Farmers National Bank, Pennsburg, on which body he had served for a period of 30 years. He was aged 74 years, 6 months and 19 days.
Death resulted from a complication of ailments, from which he had been suffering since Spring, although having ailed at times for two years. A week ago Saturday, his condition became more serious and from that time until his death he was confined to bed.
Mr. Schultz was prominent in the upper Periomen Valley section and through his long connection with the local bank, was a well known figure in the borough here.
His years of service as a director of the Farmers National Bank, which began following an eight-year period of service as a director of the Perkiomen National Bank in East Greenville, won for him a host of friends and acquaintances, and earned for him the respect of all with whom the business brought him in contact.
Mr. Schultz severed his business connections here only when he deemed it advisable to do so because of general declining health, but survived by tendering of his resignation by but a few more than twenty-four hours.
Mr. Schultz was born in Hereford township, Berks County, on November 9, 1865, a son of the late Enoch and his wife Leah, nee Schultz, Schultz, and resided on the old Schultz homestead all his life.
The Schultz farm is located just off the Hereford-Allentown highway, a short distance from the junction of that road and the Hereford-East Greenville route.
Mr. Schultz was educated in the public schools of the township, and following the death of his father, took over operation of his farm. He conducted the farm successfully until about fourteen years ago, when he retired.
He was one of a family of ten children, six of whom preceded him in death, and the surviving three, all older than he.
His wife, Susan G., nee Schultz, preceded him in death on June 25 last.
He was a life-long member of the Palm Schwenkfelder church, and in his younger days served as a deacon there.
Deceased is survived by two daughters, and one son, Clara at home; Mrs. Owen S. Gerhart, of Clayton, and Adam, at home. Two sisters and one brother survive, Levi N. Schultz, Norristown; Mrs. Nathan M. Schultz and Mrs. Susanna N. Schultz, both of Palm, six grandsons and three granddaughters also survive.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. daylight saving time, at the Palm Schwenkfelder church. Internment will take place on the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Director W. H. Dimmig, of East Greenville, has charge.
[Source: Town and Country, Friday May 30, 1930. Submitted by Christine.]
Florence Schultz, 81, of Telford, formerly of Quakertown, died Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2002 at the Lutheran Community at Telford. A memorial service was held Nov. 18. Interment was in Woodland Cemetery, Coopersburg. She was the wife of the late Roland Schultz. Born in Zion Hill, she was a daughter of the late Wallace and Daisy (Brinker) Levy. She was a sewing machine operator for the former Fishman's Shirt Co., Quakertown, for over 20 years before retiring. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Quakertown. She is survived by: John W. of Caldwell, N.J.; one brother, Woodrow Levy of Coopersburg; one sister, Anna of Quakertown; one grandson. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lutheran Community at Telford, 215 N. Washington Street, Telford, PA 18969. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Henry Schultz, of Clayton, Berks county, was buried at the Schwenkfelter Meeting House, at that place, yesterday. She was 70 years of age.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 16, 1895, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Isaac Schultz, native of Hereford, Berks county, who went west fifty years ago and from whom relatives had no word for forty-six years until notified by his wife of a serious illness last December, died at his home in Thermopolis, Wyoming. Burial took place there. He was aged 79 years. News of his death reached relatives at Hereford during the past week. Mr. Schultz had long been given up as dead. In December he became seriously ill of dropsy and heart trouble. His wife learned that he was a native of Hereford. She went to the Allentown postmaster for information. The letter reacher Mrs. Edwin Fox, of Hereford, a niece and a correspondence followed. Jeremiah Schultz, a nephew, who is a Rochester, Inc. druggist, was notified. He went to Wyoming in January and visited Mr. Schultz, who by that time had recovered sufficiently enough to leave the hospital. Before settling in Thermopolis, deceased spent two years in California after 1887 and later was in Colorado. All news of Mr. Schultz coming to relatives here ceased after he went to California. Prior to this he had suffered severe financial loss when a blizzard wiped out his sheep on his western ranch. Mr. Schultz is survived by his widow and one brother, Alfred Schultz, Philadelphia.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 9, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
POTTSTOWN Mrs. Jennie M. (Kuhns) Schultz of New Berlinville, wife of Willis Schultz, died Saturday in Pottstown Hospital. She was 69. A native of Seisholtzville, she was a daughter of the late James A. and Maria (Gery) Kuhns. She was a member of Palm Schwenkfelder Church and the Boyertown auxiliary of Pottstown Hospital. Surviving in addition to her husband are six daughters, Florence C., of Havertown; Mrs. Elsie M. Krause of Palm; Marian, wife of Earl Fix, Kensington, Md.; Mrs. Gladys L. Dochney, Boyertown; Glenna R., wife of Henry Fulmer Jr., Boyertown R. 3, and Jean, wife of the Rev. Jack Rothenberger of Lansdale; two sons, Lester K., of Palm, and Willard of St. Albans, England; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and a brother, William Kuhns, of Allentown. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Palm Schwenkfelder Church, with viewing Wednesday 7-9 p.m. at the Schwenk Funeral Home in Boyertown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 28, 1960, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jerry S. Schultz, 59, of Barto R.D., Berks county, near Harlem, died Thursday evening in Allentown hospital. Born in Clayton, Berks county, he was the son of the late Henry S. and Elizabeth K. (Schultz) Schultz. He was employed by Kenneth Fishers sawmill in Harlem, Berks county, and attended Bethany Evangelical and Congregational church, Clayton. He was the secretary of the Sunday school. He was also a member of the Moose lodge of Allentown. Mr. Schultz was a veteran of World War I. He was an infantryman in the 79th division and participated in the battles of the Meuse and Argonne. Surviving are three brothers, Lewis S., New Berlinsville; Lyman S., East Greenville R.D.; Caleb S., Hereford; three sisters, Alvenia S., wife of Dallas Graber, East Greenville; Thamar S., wife of John Hieter, Emmaus; Naomi S., wife of Elton Miller, Zionsville R.D.; one half-brother, Wilbur S. Schultz, Zionsville R.D.; two step-brothers, Warren S. Frey, Boyertown R.D., and Wesley S. Frey, Emmaus.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 10, 1950, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]
On Saturday afternoon, Leah, widow of Enoch Schultz, the oldest woman Schwenkfelder in Hereford township, Berks county, died at the home of her son, Daniel N. Schultz, Treichlersville, aged 88 years. She is survived by these children: Daniel N. Schultz, of Hereford; Irvin Schultz, of Chapel; Levi Schultz of Norritonville, Montgomery county; Mrs. Nathan Schultz of Hosensack, Lehigh county; Mrs. William Schultz, of East Greenville, Montgomery county. Mrs. Abraham S. Krauss, who died a few weeks ago, was also a daughter. Mrs. Schultz is survived by a large number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 3, 1907, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Lorraine M. Schultz, 60, of Quakertown, died Saturday, Nov. 9, 2002 at Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington. A funeral mass was held Nov. 13. Born in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of Jennie (Wiencek) Schultz of Quakertown and the late Vinert A. Schultz. She was last employed as a presser for the former Swan Lee Clothing Mill, Richlandtown. She was a member of St. Isidore's Catholic Church, Quakertown. In addition to her mother, she is survived by: one sister, Evelyn Wiedl of Bethlehem; three nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the church building fund. Arrangements: C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., Quakertown.
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, November 14, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Sallie L. Schultz, wife of Robert G. Schultz, of 29 N. 8th St., Emmaus, died Sunday at Allentown Hospital. She was 75. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Nathaniel and Lea Frank Heydt. She was a member of New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ, East Greenville. Surviving, besides her husband, are a son, Howard of Emmaus; a daughter, Mabel, wife of Walter Shunk, Emmaus R. 1; a brother, William, of Bethlehem; a sister, Mrs. Olivia Graver, Kraussdale, Bucks County, and a grandson. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., emmaus. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 19, 1960, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
A 35-year-old Hereford farmer died yesterday afternoon in Allentown Hospital six hours after he fell from a truck loaded with hay. Walter J. Schultz lost his balance and fell 12 feet to a dirt and gravel driveway, members of his family said. They said a rope broke while he was tying down a load of baled hay on the truck. The accident happened on a private driveway leading to a barn on Water St., just west of East Greenville. Hospital attendants said Schultz never regained consciousness. He died at 5:45 pm.. Coroner Clayton O. P. Werley of Lehigh County said an autopsy will be performed today to determine the cause of death. Dr. William Kistler of Zionsville treated Schultz at the scene. He was flagged down as people at the scene recognized his car. Schultz was taken to the hospital in the East Greenville ambulance. Born in Hereford, he was a son of Adam S. and Mabel Jones Schultz. He was a member of the Palm Schwenkfelder Church. Surviving in addition to his parents are his wife, the former E. Arlene fisher, two sisters, Grace S., wife of Raymond Graber of Barto R. 1, and Mildred J., wife of John Sikorski of Emmaus, and two brothers, Ralph J., of Hereford, and Wilmer R., of Emmaus. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Palm Schwenkfelder Church. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Friday in the Long Funeral Home, Oley, or at the church from noon until the funeral.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 15, 1960, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
A private funeral will be held for Mary M. (Hoffman) Schutt, 85, of Wind Gap, Northumberland County, formerly of Bechtelsville, widow of Henry A. Schutt, who died February 3 in Easton Hospital, Easton. Born in Washington Township, Berks County, she was a housekeeper for Glenna and Paul Gerhart of Boyertown for more than 30 years. Surviving are a daughter, Alice M. Walls of Elverson; three sisters, Arlene Reichard and Lillian Landis, both of Macungie, and Dorothy Reppert, Oley; two brothers, Leroy and Willard Hoffman, both of Macungie. There are also two grandsons. She was preceded in death by a brother and a sister. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 6, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Schutter -- In Spring, September 11th, Conrad Christian, son of Christian and Christiana Schutter, aged ? years, ? months and 27 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 25, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Robert W. Shutter, 74, of Dietrich Lane, Perry Township, who died June 23 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient nine days. Burial was in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. He was the husband of Arlene A. (Kramer) Schutter. Born in Mohnton, he was a son of the late Clarence H. and Edna D. (Frankhauser) Schutter. Until retiring in 1970, he was employed in the maintenance department of American Safety Table Co., Reading, for 30 years. He was also a self-employed farmer at his residence for many years. Also surviving are a stepson, James E. Weitzel, Reading, and a stepdaughter, Jean A. (Weitzel) Boyd, Hamburg. There are also three stepgrandchildren and a stepgreat-grandchild. Other survivors include a brother, Carl Schutter, Mohnton, and two sisters, Mildred (Schutter) Gambler, Mount Penn, and Dorothy (Schutter) Schurr, Mohnton.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, July 2, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
On the 17th inst., in Womelsdorf, Philip Schwalm, in the 59th year of his age.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 27, 1849. Submitted by Kathy.]
In this city, on the 29th Inst. Annie M., widow of John R. Schwambach, aged 60 years, 8 months and 23 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice from the residence of her brother, John F. Schaeffer, 836 Madison Ave, on Saturday at 2 o'clock. Services at the house, interment at Aulenbach Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, December 31, 1908. Submitted by Justine.]
In this city, on the 11th Inst. Benjamin F. Schwambach, aged 30 yrs. 10 months and 6 days The relatives and friends of the family, also the Union Association and the Union Fire Company, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John R. Schwambach, 1323 Cotton Street., on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house, Interment in the Aulenbach Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 12, 1907. Submitted by Justine.]
DEATH OF FORMER LANDLORD SCHWAMBACH
Conducted Saloons at Different Locations-War Veteran-Was a Native of Leesport.
John R. Schwambach, aged 64 years, a well-known ex-landlord living at 1323 Cotton Street, died of a complication of diseases, superinduced by stomach troubles, at the Reading Hospital, early this morning. Deceased had been ailing some time and was admitted to the hospital a week ago. He was born in Leesport, but came to this city when a young man. About 15 years ago he began conducting a saloon at Greenwich and Mulberry streets. Several years later he removed to Ninth and Windsor streets. Following this he was located successively at Twelth and Amity streets, Tenth and Buttonwood streets. He retired from this business about 10 years ago. For the past few years he conducted a tobacco store ar his home ar 1323Cotton Street.
Deceased was a veteran of the Civil War. He was a member of the Lutheran denomination. About two months ago deceased son, Daniel Schwambach died.
Besides his widow, Annie (nee Schaeffer) deceased is survived by on son, John H. Schwambach; one adopted daughter, Bessie Bickel; one sister, Mrs. John Strunk, and four brothers, Daniel, William, Frank and Jeremiah, all of this city.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 17, 1907. Submitted by Justine.]
DIES IN AMBULANCE AT HOSPITAL ENTRANCE
MRS. MARY SCHWAMBACH IS TAKEN WITH HEMORRHAGES AT NOON
As the Reading Hose ambulance completed a record run from the rear of 222 Washington Street, to the Homepathic Hospital, Mrs. Mary Schwambach, aged 36 years with tuberculosis, was suddenly seized with hemorrhages and the amblance was summoned at 12:45 o'clock. Undertaker Auman removed the remains to his morgue.
Deceased was the widow of Benjamin Schwambach, who died about five years ago. She was a Miss Morris before her marriage. A son charles, and four brothers and five sisters survive. Deceased was born in this city.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 11, 1911. Submitted by Justine.]
On Thursday 21st, Henry Schwanger, the oldest inhabitant of Oreville, Longswamp township, died suddenly of dropsy and paralysis. He had been ailing for some time. T. Garion Fisher, the merchant, in passing the house, saw through the open door that the old man was sitting in the rocking chair pale as death. He was dead. Mrs. Schwanger was engaged in setting the supper table and did not notice that her husband had just breathed his last. Deceased was a veteran of the civil war. He is survived by his widow and a number of children -- Oliver, of Allentown; Theodore, of Kutztown; Charles, of Shanesville; and Catharine, wife of Willoughby Reimert, of Kutztown.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 3, 1898, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Adam Schwank, one of Reading's best known retired citizens, succumbed to the effects of old age and general debility Thursday at his residence, 1362 Mineral Spring road, following an illness of two days. He seemed to be in the best of health until his illness. He was in his 93rd year. Mr. Schwank was a native of Germany and was born April 14, 1818. His grandfather and great-grandfather were each Mayor of the city of Fulda and stood high in the community. His father, John C. Schwank, was a miller by occupation and the son learned from him how to dress stones and from an uncle how to do masonry work. Father and son came to American in 1840 and located 20 miles above Mauch Chunk, and the son followed the business of a stone mason and contractor. Deceased came to Reading in 1842 and resided there ever since, excepting a period of 22 months, when he lived in Philadelphia.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 11, 1911, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Among the local survivors of Alfred I. Schwartz, formerly of West Wyomissing, who died March 12 in Evans Retirement Home, Fleetwood, where he had resided since March 11, 2002, is a son, Randall L. Schwartz, Kutztown.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 20, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Elvina, wife of Jonathan Schwartz, died at her home near Mertztown, on Saturday morning at two o'clock, of heart failure, aged sixty-nine years, seven months and twenty days. She was in failing health for about one year but was bedfast only since Tuesday. She was a daughter of the late Joseph and Lydia Warmkessel and was born in Longswamp township, and is the last of her family. She is survived by her bereaved husband, two sons, Frank, of Reading, and Oscar, of Norristown, and Mrs. Fred G. Romig, of Bethlehem; four grandchildren also survive. A son preceded the mother in death. She was a member of the Lutheran Wing of Longswamp Church. Funeral on Thursday morning at ten o'clock at the house. Continued services and burial at the Longswamp Church, Revs. Bond and Meckstroth officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 2, 1920, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Francis W. Schwartz, proprietor of the Hancock House, Hancock, died Monday of dropsy and catarrhal jaundice, aged 61 years. Mr. Schwartz conducted the hotel since August, 1883.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 29, 1916, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
George W. Schwartz, aged 55, for thirty years a most successful operator of iron ore mines in Eastern Berks and in Lehigh county, died of pneumonia and acute Bright's disease at his home in Hancock at 10.30 o'clock Friday morning. He was taken ill on Monday. Drs. Werley and Follweiler, of Topton, were the attending physicians, and Drs. Schaeffer and Hartzell, of Allentown, were called into consultation. His death was a great shock to that community, since but a few people knew that his illness was serious. He was a Director of the Topton National Bank, a member of the Longswamp School Board, and an Elder of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp Church. Besides operating ore mines, deceased was from time to time engaged in many other business enterprises. He was one of the wealthiest men between Reading and Allentown. He leaves his widow (nee Emma Breinig), a son, Warren, at home; daughter, Miss Ellen, a student at the Keystone State Normal School, Kutztown; two brothers, Francis of Hancock, and Jonathan, of Longswamp, and a sister, Mary, widow of Dr. M. S. Long, of Allentown. Deceased was a son of the long deceased Levi and Sarah Schwartz, of Hancock.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 9, 1908, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
George W. Schwartz, a most successful operator of iron ore mines in Eastern Berks and Lehigh counties for the past thirty years, died of pneumonia and acute Bright's disease at his home at Hancock, Berks county, at 10.30 o'clock Friday morning. He was taken ill on Monday, Nov. 2d. Drs. Werley and Follweiler, of Topton, were the attending physicians and Drs. Schaeffer and Hartzell, of Allentown, were called into consultation. Deceased brought his age to 55 years. He was a director of the Topton National Bank, a member of the Longswamp School Board and an Elder of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp Church. He was one of the wealthiest men between Reading and Allentown. He leaves his widow (nee Emma Breinig), a son, Warren, at home; daughter, Miss Ellen, a student at the Keystone State Normal School, Kutztown; two brothers, Francis, of Hancock, and Jonathan, of Longswamp, and a sister, Mary, widow of Dr. M. S. Long, of Allentown. Deceased was a son of the long deceased Levi and Sarah Schwartz, of Hancock. The funeral services on Tuesday forenoon were very largely attended. Rev. Meckstroth conducted the services at the house and in the church. Rev. R. M. Kern conducted the services at the grave.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, November 12, 1908, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Died. On the 12th ult., in Longswamp, Harry Edwin, son of Jonathan and Elwina Schwartz, aged 2 years, 8 months and 14 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 14, 1880, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Hiram H. Schwartz, Judge of the Orphans' court of Berks county, Penn., a member of the Berks County bar for over thirty years, and an ex-member of the Legislature, died after a long illness at his home at Kutztown, Berks County, last evening, aged sixty years.
[Source: New York Times, August 26, 1891. Submitted by Nancy.]
Jane A., wife of Francis W. Schwartz, of Hancock, died at 3 o'clock Wednesday morning of a complication of diseases. She is survived by her husband and two sons, Harry, a student at the Kutztown State Normal School, and C. Herbert, clerk for C. A. Fegely & Bro., merchants at Cementon, and the following brothers and sisters: Sylvester W. Mabry of Reading, Levi S. Mabry, Mrs. C. H. Hertzog, of Longswamp, and Mrs. John D. Fegely, of Shamrock. Deceased was a daughter of Willoughby and Esther Mabry, both deceased. She was a member of the Reformed Church. Funeral Saturday at 1 p.m Interment in Longswamp Church Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 12, 1902, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jane A., wife of Francis W. Schwartz of Hancock, died Wednesday morning of last week of a complication of diseases. She is survived by her husband and two sons, Harry, a student at the Kutztown State Normal School, and C. Herbert, clerk for C. A. Fegely & Bro., at Cementon, and the following brothers and sisters: Sylvester W. Mabry, Reading; Levi S. Mabry, Mrs. C. H. Hertzog, Longswamp, and Mrs. John D. Fegely, Shamrock. Deceased was a daughter of Willoughby and Esther Mabry, both deceased. She was a member of the Reformed church.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, June 19, 1902, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jonathan W. Schwartz, a prominent citizen of Mertztown, died at his home on Thursday afternoon of heart failure, aged 71 years and 5 months. He was the son of Levi and Sarah Weller Schwartz, Longswamp. He was educated in the Longswamp schools and later graduated from the Millersburg Normal School in 1895. He served as director of the poor. He was active in politics and civic affairs in Mertztown and vicinity. He was a member of the Longswamp Reformed Church and was one of the deacons of the church. He is survived by two sons, Frank, of Reading, and Oscar, of Norristown, and a daughter, Mrs. Fred Romig, of Bethlehem. Four grandchildren also survive.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 21, 1921, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
On Monday forenoon the mortal remains of Levi Schwartz, of Hancock, Berks county, were consigned to their last resting place at Longswamp church. The deceased was well and favorably known in his county and outside. In consequence the attendance at the funeral was very large, the church being too small to accommodate all. Many relatives and friends of the deceased came from a distance to pay their last respects. The Revs. Hellfrich, father and son, officiated. The deceased was a farmer for many years. By his toil he had amassed a competency and lived in his fine residence near his farm at Hancock in retirement for some time. He was ever hospitable and good-natured and, although old in years, his form is missed by many for his genial manners and good qualities. Six children, all married, remain of eleven born to him and his wife Sarah, nee Weiler. The sickness was typhoid pneumonia, from which the deceased suffered but a short time, being in bed but a few days. The end was not unexpected by him though his somewhat sudden death shocked those about him. He brought his age to 75 years, 2 months and 21 days. Mrs. Aquilla Knauss, mother of the writer, is a sister of Mrs. Schwartz and with a number of other relatives from town attended the funeral.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, May 9, 1889, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Dr. Reuben Schwartz died at his home at Lebanon on Sunday night of dropsy. He was unwell for the last three years. Deceased brought his age to 58 years and was the oldest son of the late Levi and Sarah Schwartz, of Hancock. His wife preceded him in death some three years and an only daughter, Mary, survives, together with these brothers: Jonathan, George and Francis, of Hancock, and one sister, Mrs. Mary DeLong, of Longswamp. Dr. Schwartz was a well known and popular man. He was for some years located at Myerstown and had for many years practiced his profession at Lebanon. Of a kindly and genial disposition, he had made many friends who are saddened by his demise. He was a nephew of Mrs. Aquila Knauss, of town.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 20, 1900, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
The funeral of Dr. Samuel W. Schwartz, the veterinary surgeon of Hancock, Berks county, took place on Tuesday and was very largely attended. Service was held at the house and at Longswamp church where burial was made. Rev. N. W. Helfrich officiated. Deceased was a well known and popular man, in the prime of life. He suffered from spine disease which caused him great pain for the last few weeks. He brought his age to 41 years, 9 months and 7 days. His wife and a young daughter survive, besides his aged mother, a sister and four brothers. The latter acted as pallbearers. Among them is Dre. Reuben Schwartz, a successful dentist of Lebanon. Quite a number of relatives of Macungie attended the funeral.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, June 15, 1893, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sarah Ann, widow of Levi Schwartz, died on Saturday evening a week, at her home at Hancock Station, Berks county, from the effects f a paralytic stroke with which she was overcome the day before, aged 80 years and 12 days. Deceased was a daughter of the long deceased George Weiler and wife, the latter a daughter of Dewalt Schaeffer. Her husband died nearly eleven years ago. Four sons and one daughter survive --- Dr. Reuben, of Lebanon; Mrs. Mary Long, of Longsdale; Jonathan W., of Mertztown; and George W. and Francis W., of Hancock Station. She also left two brothers and four sisters: Amos Weiler, of Longswamp; Manoah S. Weiler, of Reading; Mrs. Aquilla Knauss, of Macungie; Mrs. J. P. Haas and Mrs. Thomas Will, of Reading; and Mrs. Edwin Fegely, of Breinigsville.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 31, 1900, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sarah Ann, widow of Levi Schwartz, died on Saturday evening, at her home at Hancock, Berks county, from the effects of paralysis which overcame her the day before. She had been well preserved and only slightly ill lately. She brought her age to 80 years and 12 days. Deceased was a daughter of the long-deceased George Weiler and his wife, the latter a daughter of Dewalt Schaeffer. Her husband preceded her in death nearly eleven years. Four sons and one daughter survive, Dr. Reuben, of Lebanon; Mrs. Mary Long, of Longsdale; Jonathan W., of Mertztown; George W. and Francis W. of Hancock. She leaves two brothers and four sisters, Amos Weiler, of Longswamp; Monoah S. Weiler, of Reading; Mrs. Aquila Knauss, of town; Mrs. J. P. Haas and Mrs. Thomas Will, of Reading; Mrs. Edwin Fegely, of Breinigsville. Deceased was a life-long member of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp Church. She had many excellent qualities, having been a good mother and friend, being charitable and kind of of most pleasant disposition. The funeral takes place from her late home tomorrow (Friday) forenoon, burial to be made at the Longswamp Church.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 25, 1900, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
William C. Schwartz, 82, died Aug. 18 at 2:45 a.m. in his residence in Muhlenberg Township. He was the husband of Grace E. (Brown) Schwartz. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Charles H. and Sarah R. (Zapf) Schwartz. Schwartz was employed for 27 years as a tool and die maker by ATT Reading Works, Muhlenberg Township, retiring in 1986. He was a 1941 graduate of Reading High School. Schwartz was a member of the Rosedale United Church of Christ, Laureldale. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Schwartz is also survived by a daughter, Margaret L. (Schwartz) Hoyt, Muhlenberg Township. Other survivors include two sisters, Mary (Schwartz) Shade, Wernersville, and Florence (Schwartz) Krick, Reading. There are also two grandchildren, three stepgrandchildren, a great-granddaughter and six stepgreat-grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 11 a.m. in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 19, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Francis G. Schwegmann, 70, of Chestnut Street, Douglassville, who died March 18 in St. Joseph Medical Center. Born in Reading, Schwegmann was employed as a commercial pilot by Allegheny Airlines and was last employed as an installer by Bell Telephone Co., retiring in 1993. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School. Schwegmann was a Navy and Air Force veteran and served in the Korean War. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Birdsboro. Surviving are two sons, John G., Exeter Township, and Jeffrey G. Mohnton. Other survivors include three sisters and a granddaughter. Burial was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. The Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, was in charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, March 26, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Annette E. Schweitzer, 67, formerly of 53 S. Miller St., Shillington, Berks County, died Friday in Desert Samaritan Care Center, Mesa, Ariz., where she had resided since January. Born in Schuylkill Haven, she was a daughter of the last James and Marie Long Weston. She was employed as a textile sewer for Spring Ford Co. until retiring. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Shillington. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph A., on Nov. 28, 1992. Surviving are a son, Bret M., Mesa; a sister, Evelyn Lynch, Cressona; two brothers, Winfield Weston, Auburn, and Darvin Weston, Sun City, Ariz. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home Inc., Mohnton. Interment will be in Bowmansville Union Cemetery, Lancaster County.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, October 18, 1999. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Kevin W. Schweitzer, 39, died of natural causes May 6 at 10:35 p.m. in his Reading residence. Born in Reading, he was a son of William A. and Shirley Mae (Mitchell) Schweitzer, both of Reading. Schweitzer had been employed for 17 years as a laborer by the Blind Association of Reading, last working in November. He was a 1987 graduate of Oley Technical Institute. Schweitzer captured first place in the bowling competition at the 2004 Pennsylvania Special Olympics. He is also survived by a brother, Christopher A., Reading; and two half brothers, Scott P. Dautrich, Reading, and Brian W. Dautrich, Bowmansville. Services will be Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, May 8, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
Services were held for Patricia A. Schweitzer, 35, who died January 5 in her residence on West Wessner Road, Maidencreek Township. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Roy V. Schweitzer Jr., Temple and the late Betty M. (Clouser) Schweitzer. She was last employed as a secretary by Frank Reifsnyder Jr., Heating & Air Conditioning, Reading. Schweitzer was a graduate of Oley Valley High School. In addition to her father, she is also survived by a son, Austin R. Simon, at home. Other survivors include two sisters and three brothers. Services will be Friday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, January 9, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services will be held 10 a.m., Jan 10, in the Bean Funeral Home, Reading, for Patricia A. Schweitzer, who was pronounced dead Jan. 5 in her West Wessner Road, Maidencreek Township residence. The cause of death is under investigation by the Berks County coroner's office. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Roy V. Schweitzer Jr., Temple, and the late Betty M. (Clouser) Schweitzer. She was last employed as a secretary by Frank Reifsnyder Jr. Heating and Air Conditioning, Reading. Schweitzer was a graduate of Oley Valley High School. Also surviving are a son, Austin R. Simon, at home. Other survivors include two sisters, Brenda J. (Schweitzer) Kosciuszko, Bernville, and Diane L. (Schweitzer) Gildner, Reading; and three brothers: Randy L. Schweitzer, Temple; Harold J. Schweitzer, Alburtis; and Russell J. Schweitzer, Exeter Township.
[Source: The Kutztown Patriot, January 9, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Susanna, widow of Bananiah Schweitzer, died of dropsy and old age at 6:15pm Thursday, at the residence of her daughter, Susan, wife of Michael Witwher, at Blue Ball, Lancaster Co, aged 79 years, 11 months and 8 days. Deceased was born in Lancaster county, near Bowmansville, and was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kring. She resided for a time at Hummels Store, after which she took up her residence near Bowmansville. She had been making her home with her daughter at Blue Ball since last July. Deceased was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Allegheny Church. Her husband, who was a farmer, died 13 years ago. Deceased leaves 10 children: Elizabeth, wife of John Kramer, near Alleghenyville, from which place the funeral will be held Monday at 9:30am; Otis Schweitzer, near Plowville; Emory, Wyomissing; Nathaniel, Sinking Spring, R D 1; Emeline, wife of Henry Hoffert, R D 1; Susan, wife of Michael Witwher, with whom she made her home; Charles, Freemansville; Frank; Sinking Spring R D 1; Harry, Bowmansville; and Theodore, Grill. There remain two brothers, Allison Kring, Elverson; and John, of near Bowmansville; a sister, Mrs. Elisabeth Oberholtzer, Bowmansville. A number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren remain.
[Source: Reading Eagle, September 13, 1919, p. 32. Submitted by: Diana.]
Services were held for Vickie Kay Schweitzer, 51, died of natural causes Oct. 28 in her residence at West First Street, Birdsboro. She was the wife of Henry A. Schweitzer, Jr. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of Mildred (Robinson) Brockerman, Amity Township, and the late George E. Brockerman. Schweitzer was employed for eight years as a manager by Kmart, Exeter Township, last working in 1995. She was a life member of the ladies auxiliary of the American Legion Post 626, Birdsboro. Schweitzer is also survived by a son, Brad A. Schweitzer, at home; and a daughter, Nicholle Y. (Lucas) Gephart, Pottstown. Other survivors include a stepson, Henry A. Schweitzer, III, Robeson Township; and a stepdaughter, Christine M. Schweitzer, Exeter Township. There are also a sister, Linda (Brockerman) Brewer, Danville, Montour County; and two grandchildren. Dengler Funeral Home, Inc., Birdsboro, was in charge of the arrangements. JOHN FEENEY Services were held for John J. "Jack" Feeney, 63, of Winding Creek Drive in Douglassville, husband of Louise M. (Bidden) Feeney, widower of Clare A. (Shuttleworth) Feeney, who died Oct. 29 in Reading Hospital and Medical Center in West Reading. He was born in Pottsville. He retired in 1994 from the former Mrs. Smith's Pie Co. in Pottstown, where he started as controller in 1969 and was promoted to vice president, then president of the company. He graduated from Nativity High School in Pottsville in 1956 and in 1960 from St. Francis College in Edensburg, Cambria County, with an accounting degree. He was a member of St. Catharine of Siena Roman Catholic Church in Exeter. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are one daughter, Coleen A. Bleile of Palmyra, Lebanon County; one stepson, William T. Bidden of Shoemakersville, Berks County; one sister, Jeanne Rizzuto of Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill County; and one grandson. He was predeceased by a son, Kevin J. Feeney. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 498 E. Bellevue Ave., Reading, PA 19605. Burial was in the St. Ambrose Cemetery in Schuylkill Haven. Arrangements were handled by the Lutz Funeral Home in Reading.
[Source: Southern Berks News, November 6, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
SCHWENCK--in this city, on the 1st inst., CATHERINE A. SCHWENCK, aged 73, 1 month and 11 days.
The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Richards, 304 Court street, on Friday afternoon at 1.30, to proceed to First Reformed church, where services will be held. Interment at Charles Evans cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 3, 1897, page 6. Submitted by Marcia.]
In this city, on the 4th, Max Schwendner, aged 69 years, 10 months and 10 days. Relatives and friends, also Havarian Beneficial Association, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 824 Front St., Saturday at 9:15 at the house, Requiem High Mass in St. Pauls Catholic Church, at 10 oclock. Interment strictly private in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, May 7, 1924. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Oley, Aug. 5 (Special). Rev. H. W. Warmkessel officiated at the funeral of Mrs. Carrie Schwenk, which was held from the residence of her son-in-law, Daniel H. Hafer, near Yellow House. Further services were conducted in Oley Lutheran Church, Spangsville. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery. The bearers were Warren Schwenk, Daniel A. Hafer, Edward Wolfgang and Daniel Rohrbach. The tributes were:
Spray of gladiolus, Daughter Annie and family; spray of gladiolus and narcissus, Daughter Nora and family; spray of gladiolus, Charles Schwenk and family; spray of gladiolus, Daughter Bertia and family; hand boquet, grandchildren. Funeral Director E.Y. Weidner had charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 5, 1929. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Having shot out both his eyes a week ago, Jacob L. Schwenk, of Norristown, died last night.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, March 2, 1894. Submitted by Peggy.]
Funeral of Jacob Schwenk. The remains of Jacob Schwenk, of Norriston, were brought here and interred in Union Cemetery, Rev. J. E. Freeman officiating at the grave. The friends took dinner at the Keystone House.
[Source: "Boyertown," Reading Eagle, Monday, March 5, 1894. Submitted by Peggy.]
Katie U., wife of William Schwenk, 1002 North 6th, died of typhoid fever at 3 p.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph's hospital, aged 23 years. Deceased was ailing 2 weeks and was removed to the institution on Saturday in the R.H. ambulance. She was the daughter of John and Rebecca Hogan, both deceased, and was born in this city. Besides her husband, 2 children, Pearl, aged 3 years, and Rebecca, aged 8 months, survive, besides 2 brothers, John and Charles , of this city, and two sisters, Mrs. Frances Morgan, of Reading, and Mrs. T. F. Leonard, of New York. Deceased was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic church and leaves many friends.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 1, 1898. Submitted by Marcia.]
The funeral of Kate U., wife of Wm. Schwenk, took place from the residence of her husband, 1002 North 6th, at 8 a.m., and proceeded to St. Joseph's Catholic church, where services were conducted by Rev. Father Flanagan. The remains were attired in a black silk robe, trimmed with ribbons and lace, and reposed in a black cloth covered casket, with silver trimmings and plate bearing deceased's name and age. Interment in the Catholic cemetery. Funeral director, Theodore C. Auman.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 3, 1898. Submitted by Marcia.]
Schwenk, Mrs. SamuelKate Schwenzer, nee Heffner, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jonas Heffner, of Longswamp, died at 12.30 o'clock yesterday afternoon of an illness of a complication of diseases, which set in following an operation. She had been a patient at the hospital for a period of three weeks. There survive one daughter, Olivet, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Neno Eck, Hokendauqua; Mrs. Hettie Gambler, Kutztown; Charles and Benjamin Heffner, Allentown; Daniel Heffner, Catasauqua; Jacob Heffner, Pottstown; Jonas and Peter Heffner, Mertztown; William Heffner, Hellertown, and John Heffner, Pittsburgh.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 5, 1917, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Alfred H. Schweyer, well known merchant and hotelman of Schweyers, Long Swamp township, died there at his home on Sunday morning at 6.20 o'clock after a two-week illness from pneumonia. He was in his 69th year. For fifty-six years he had resided at Schweyers, a village formerly called Klines Corner, which was renamed in his honor at the time a post-office was established there and where he served as the first postmaster. The post-office some time ago was discontinued, but Mr. Schweyer continued to conduct the hotel and general store at that place until the time of his death. He was born in Long Swamp township, Berks county, a son of Allen H. and Mary, nee Oswald, Schweyer. For twenty-five years he served as the township tax collector. He took a wide interest in all affairs for the advancement of the community where he lived for so many years and was widely known and highly esteemed by his many friends. He was a faithful member of the Reformed congregation of the Maxatawny church. Fraternally he was affiliated with the Knights of Golden Eagle and Knights of Friendship of Topton. Besides his widow, Mantana, nee Weidner, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. John Banks, Reading; an adopted son, Robert McClellan, of Alburtis; a grandson, and his step-mother, Mrs. Eliza Schweyer, Long Swamp, together with a sister, Mrs. Sallie Weaver, Allentown, and two brothers, Daniel, of Schweyers, and Ellsworth Schweyer, Allentown. Funeral services will be held at his late residence on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. George B. Smith will officiate. Interment will be made in the Maxatawny cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 28, 1929, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Allen C. Schweyer, a widely known and highly respected citizen of Berks county, died yesterday at his home at Schweyers (also known as Kline's Corner), of general debility, aged 80 years, 10 months and 14 days. Deceased was paralyzed about seven years ago and for two years had been confined to bed in a helpless condition. He was a prominent and influential citizen and for many years was a powerful factor in the Democratic politics of Berks county. He was engaged in the mining and contracting business and was widely known as a justice of the peace, tax collector and constable, having held these offices for many years. For 45 years he conducted schweyer's Hotel, and 10 years later opened a general store at that place. Deceased was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zion's Church, Maxatawny, of Lehigh Lodge, No. 336, V.& A.M., of Trexlertown; Longswamp Lodge, No. 534, I.O.O.F., and of Lyons Lodge, No. 102, K. of P. He is survived by his widow, Eliza (nee Long), and these children by a former marriage: Mrs. Sallie Weaver, Daniel E., James M., of the firm of J. M. Schweyer & Col, liquor dealers, at 104 North Seventh street; Ellsworth C., Peter J., of Allentown; and Alfred H., of Schweyers. Daniel H. and Francis Schweyer, of Bowers, are brothers and William Schweyer, of Maxatawny, a stepbrother, of deceased. Funeral Wednesday, October 18, at 9.30 a.m. from his late home. Services and interment at Zion's Church, Maxatawny, Revs. Barnd and Smith officiating. J. J. Schofer, undertaker, had charge.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 14, 1911, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ellsworth C. Schweyer, former Allentown policeman for more than 25 years, died at 10:55 p.m. yesterday in Allentown Hospital, where he was a medical patient since Oct. 25. He was 82 years old. Most recently, Schweyer and his wife were caretakers at the police home along Lehigh Parkway. A native of Kline's Corner, Berks County, Schweyer was associated with his father in the hotel and general store business before coming to Allentown. In 1900 he was appointed to the police force during Mayor Schaadt's administration and served two years. He rejoined the force in 1905 in Mayor Yost's administration and served until 1909. He again entered the department in 1912 and retired on pension in 1932. Most of his time on the force, he was a patrolman in the 3rd Ward. He was a desk sergeant for eight years. In 1936 the Schweyers were named caretakers of the police home. The couple observed its 64th wedding anniversary in July. They were the parents of a son and daughter, both of whom died in childhood. Mrs. Schweyer, now a guest at the county home, is the only known immediate survivors.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 14, 1952, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Esta L. Schweyer, 89, formerly of 1026 Franklin St., died Thursday night in Berks Heim, where she had been a patient since May 24. She had resided in the Wyomissing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center since Aug. 6, 1983. Her husband, Franklin A. Schweyer, died in October 1973. Born in Centre Township, she was a daughter of the late Daniel H. and Ellen L. (Potteiger) Gruber. Schweyer had been employed as an office worker for 35 years by the former Pomeroy's Inc., retiring in 1979. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Surviving are two stepdaughters, Virginia, wife of Chester V. Smith, Mohrsville R.D. 1; and Margaret, widow of Bernard Michalski, Bernville; six step-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Bean Funeral Home Inc., Shillington. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, August 20, 1994, p. C4. Submitted by: Judy.]
F.A. Schweyer, Elementary Principal
Services for Franklin A. Schweyer, 77, of Schweyer road, Muhlenberg Township, who was dead on arrival Tuesday morning in St. Joseph's Hospital, will be held on Friday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Elton P. Richards will officiate in the Bean Funeral Home. Burial will be made in Charles Evans Cemetery. Mr Schweyer had been a teacher for 19 years and principal for 25 years of the former Rosedale Elementary School, Muhlenberg Township, before retiring in 1964. Born in Muhlenberg Township, a son of the late Eugene B. and Amanda (Ebling) Schweyer, he was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.
Masonic Affiliation
He also was a member of St. John's Lodge No. 435, F&AM; Berks County Senior Citizens, Retired Teachers Assn. of Pennsylvania, Goodwill Fire Co, and its beneficial association; Rajah Temple Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, and AASR Valley of Reading.
Surviving are his widow, Esta (Gruber) Schweyer, and two daughters, Virginia S, wife of Chester V. Smith, Birdsboro R.D. 3, and Margaret K., wife of Bernard J. Michalski, Muhlenberg Township. Seven grandchildren and a sister, Elsie M. Schweyer, and a brother, Peter B., both of Muhlenberg Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, Oct. 31, 1973, p. 49. Submitted by: Judy.]
John Schweyer, one of the oldest residents of Berks County, died on Saturday at his home in Rothrocksville, aged 92 years, 6 months and 29 days of age. Deceased was born on November 1, 1802 and had never been sick in his lifetime except about 6 months ago, when a bunion troubled him. He had it cut and blood poisoning set in from the effects of which he died. He was a veteran of the late war and took part in a number of engagements. He is survived by the following sons: Jacob of Philadelphia, Daniel and Francis of Bower's Station, Berks County, Allen and John of Schweyer's, Berks County, William of Rothrocksville and J. M. Schweyer of this city. The funeral will take place tomorrow morning at 9:30 from his late residence in Rothrocksville. Services will be held at Zion's Church. Rev. Alfred Herman officiating. Interment will be made in Zion's Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 4, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]
John Schweyer, one of the oldest residents of Berks county, died on Saturday at his home in Rothrocksville, aged 92 years, 6 months and 29 days. Deceased was born on November 2, 1802, and had never been sick in his lifetime except six months ago when a bunion troubled him. He had it cut, and blood poisoning set in, from the effects of which he died. He was a veteran of the late war, and took part in a number of engagements. He is survived by the following sons: Jacob, of Philadelphia; Daniel and Francis, of Bower's Station, Berks county; Allen and John, of Schweyer's, Berks county; William, of Rothrocksville, and J. M. Schweyer, of this city.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, June 5, 1895, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mr. John O. Schweyer, a son of Mr. Allen Schweyer, hotel-keeper at Klines Corner, in Longswamp tsp., died last week. He was a young man of promise and had just measured to his best years when that dread scourge of our climate, consumption, seized hold of and invaded his body, and finally caused his death. His remains were interred in the cemetery attached to the Siegfrieds Church, and the narrow grave now hold the body of one beloved by all who knew him. A young wife survives him. The sympathies of the entire section are with the sadly bereaved widow, parents and relatives in their great affliction. The funeral was attended by Topton Lodge, No. 437, Knights of Pythias, of which he had been a member.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 21, 1883, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mantana Schweyer, formerly of Berks county's Longswamp township, died yesterday in Reading where she had been living for 12 years with her daughter. She was 83. A daughter of the late Willoughby and Marietta (Shankweiler) Weidner, she was the widow of Alfred H. Schweyer. She was a member of Maxatawny church's Reformed congregation. Her daughter, Mrs. John Banks of 361 Schuylkill Ave., Reading; her grandson, Dr. Walter Banks of Macungie, and two brothers, James of Topton and Sassaman Weidner of Macungie, survive. Rev. Franklin D. Slifer will officiate at services at 2 p.. Monday at the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton. Burial will be in Maxatawny cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 10, 1947, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Frederick and Mary Schwilkey, an aged couple, residing along the Conestoga Creek, near Lancaster, were found dead in bed, suffocated from coal gas.
[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 21, 1899.]
Esther, widow of Jeremiah Schwinehart, died at the residence of her son-in-law, Charles A. Mory, aged about 74 years, from paralysis of which she had several attacks. She was bedfast the last 8 months. Her husband died three years ago. Two daughters, Alice wife of C.A. Mory, with whom she had her home, and Clara, also residing with her sister Alice. Funeral this Saturday forenoon. Short services will be held at the house after which the cortege will proceed to the Fairview cemetery, where interment will be made, after which the cortege will return to the Reformed Church, where the funeral services will be held by Rev. J.E. Freeman.
[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 14, 1899.]
The funeral of Esther Schwinehart, widow of Jeremiah Schwinehart, took place from the residence of her son-in-law, C. A. Mory and was very largely attended. The floral tributes were a bouquet and fern, the latter from her two daughters. Rev. J.E. Freeman officiated. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. Pall bearers: William D. Kehl, George Hartman, Frank Hartman, A.S. Leidy, Jeremiah Gehris, and Solomon Bush. Dinner was served for the friends at the boarding house of Mrs. L. M. Koons. Undertaker James Brumbach & Co.
[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 21, 1899.]
Mrs. Eliza Schwoyer, widow of Allen C. Schwoyer, died yesterday at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. George Blank, Mertztown. She was aged 88 years. A daughter of the late Samuel and Eliza Fegely Long, she was a native of Longswamp township, Berks county. For 28 years she and her husband operated the Kline's Corner hotel retiring from that business 29 years ago. She was a member of the Reformed congregation at Longswamp church. Surviving are the daughter with whom she resided, two grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, a step-daughter, Mrs. sally Weaver, Allentown, and a step-son, Ellsworth Schwoyer, Allentown. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the DeLong funeral home in Topton. Interment will be made in the Longswamp church cemetery. Rev. Donald Englert will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 6, 1941, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ellwood Schwoyer, son of Jacob Schwoyer, a farmer of Maxatawny township, Berks county, led two horses by the halter to water on Sunday, when one of the animals became unmanageable and threw the lad on his head on the ground. He died in a few hours. He was 14 years of age.
[Source: [The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, August 9, 1893, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Errol Lee Schwoyer, 8-year-old son of Clarence and Verna (Rader) Schwoyer of Lyons, died of a rare kidney disease, nephrosis, Monday night in St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading. The child entered the hospital June 30 for a tonsillectomy, but a routine physical check disclosed the presence of nephrosis. Since then the boy had been receiving a special albumen treatment provided by a fund of $6,000 raised by friends. Besides the parents, the survivors include two sisters and two brothers, Roselyn, Dorene, David and Arlan, all at home; the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Nora Rader, Topton; his maternal great-grandfather, Samuel Herbein, Topton; and the paternal grandmother, Mrs. Annie Schwoyer, Lyons. Services will be held at the Schofer funeral home in Topton Friday at 2 p.m. Interment in Bowers cemetery. Rev. William H. Kline will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 2, 1947, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]
Lloyd H Schwoyer, 94, of 204 S Kemp St., Lyons, died Monday at 10:40 a.m. in Kempton Manor., where he resided since Aug 12. His wife Mary A (DeTurk) Schwoyer, died Dec 15 1987. Born in Rockland Twp. he was a son of the late William A and Annie L (Drey) Schwoyer.
Schwoyer was employed as an assembler by Transportation Sash, Topton, until his retirement. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Bowers. Schwoyer was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a former trustee of the Lyons Fire Co.
Surviving are two sons Dale L and Ken D both of Lyons. Other survivors include two granddaughters.
Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Hope Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Union Cemetery of Bowers. Ludwick Funeral Home Inc., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, September 21, 1999. Submitted by Michelle.]
Mrs. Lovina Schwoyer (nee Shalter), widow of Stanley Schwoyer, died of grip and pneumonia on Sunday at 9.30 o'clock at the home of her son, William, on Park Avenue, in Maxatawny. Her age was 83 years, 2 months and 9 days. She leaves the following children: Mrs. John S. Sunday, Hamburg; John S. Schwoyer, Maxatawny; Mrs. William Behm, Longswamp; Mrs. James Lichtenwalner, Maxatawny; Stanley and William, of Maxatawny. Funeral on Saturday at 10 a.m. from the house. Services in St. John's Church, Rev. J. J. Cressman officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. Undertaker J. H. Stump has charge.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 12, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
The remains of Paul B. Schwoyer, World War veteran, of Lyons, were laid to rest in the Union cemetery last Sunday with the regular afternoon service. The deceased was a son of William B. Schwoyer and wife, Anna L. (Drey), and was born at Bowers, September 29, 1893; baptized November 25, 1894, by Rev. D. K. Humbert and confirmed in Trinity church, Bowers, by Rev. W. F. Bond. During his service in France his health was impaired that he never fully recovered. He passed away at his parents’ home in Lyons on last Wednesday, aged 36 years, 2 months and 19 days. There remain his parents, six brothers and five sisters and a host of sympathizing friends as was manifested by the numerous and beautiful floral tributes and large attendance at house and church.
[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 28, 1929, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs Anna Mary Scott, 92, of Cornwall Manor Nursing Home, Lebanon Co., died Wednesday evening in the nursing home where she had been a guest since May 1958. Formerly of Reading, she was born in Dauphin, a daughter of the late Katie (Quigley) and Adam Martin.
Her husband Allen S Scott, preceded her in death. She was a nurse until her retirement.
Surviving are two sisters, Minerva H Martin, Harrisburg, and Mrs Mabel N Hill, a guest at the nursing home. Services will be held Monday at 11 a m in the Kuhn Funeral Home, West Reading, the Rev Lee F Adams Sr and Chaplin Reeves C Havens, Jr officiating. Burial will be made in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 3, 1975, p. 39. Submitted by Michelle.]
Catharine, widow of the late Walter C. Scott, died last Friday at the home of her brother, James Rothenberger, at Alburtis, with whom she had resided. She was sick a long time and was tenderly cared for by her brother and family. Her husband preceded her about ten years. They had no children. Mrs. Scott was a kind and loveable woman. She brought her age to 60 years. The funeral took place on Monday. Interment was made on Longswamp cemetery.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 10, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Laureldale, Nov. 21 -- Charles E. Scott died today at his home, 1517 Prince St., this borough, aged 66 years. He was the son of the late Robert H. and Christiana (Sanders) Scott, was a member of the Eagles, the Reading Firemen’s Relief Association, the Central Fire Company and the P & R Relief Association. He was a blacksmith by occupation. In 1932 he was a justice of the peace here.
Surviving are his widow, Sallie (Nagle) Scott; these children: Robert J Scott, Almeta, wife of Lester Houck, Cleveland, OH; Edna, wife of Clarence Ringler, and Florence, wife of William Schmehl; nine children, one great-grandchild, these brothers and sisters: Fred and Louis Scott, Mrs. William Frey and Mrs. Burt Castor.
Funeral services Monday at 1:30 p.m. at the parlors of Funeral Director T.C. Auman, Inc., in Reading. The Rev. Mark K. Trexler will offociate. Interment in Hinnershitz Church Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 21, 1934. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Charles E Scott, a former resident of this city, died Tuesday at his home in Steelton. Mr Scott resided in Reading until about 40 years ago, when he moved to Steelton, where he resided until his death. He was aged 82 years. Deceased was employed by the Pennsylvania Steel Company until about 10 years ago, when he retired. There survive his son C Linford, Harrisburg and an adopted daughter Mary H Garland, Steelton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 6, 1926. Submitted by Michelle.]
Mrs. Christiana Scott, wife of Robert H Scott, died of inflammation of the bowels on Thursday morning at her residence 1047 Greenwich street, aged 56 years 1 month and 9 days. Deceased was born in Kutztown, and came to Reading twenty years ago. She was a member of St Lukes's Lutherean Church and Women's Relief corps, No 10. Eight children, Charles E., Lewis A., M.C., Robert F Scott, Ella R., wife of Franklin Einsick; Gertrude E., wife of William H Fry; Carrie L and Florence A Scott, all of Reading survive, together with four brothers, Walter W. Sanders, Wilson and David of Reading, and Jeremiah, of Kutztown and one sister, Mrs. Louisa Long, of Cleveland, Ohio.
[Source: Reading Times, December 10, 1897. Submitted by Michelle.]
Services were held for Mabel D. Scott, 91, of Gilbertsville, widow of Theodore W. Scott, who died June 3 in her home. Scott is survived by two sons, Robert W. Scott and Ronald C. Scott; one daughter, Jane Ellen McGovern; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Caring Hospice Services, 400 Commerce Drive, Suite C, Fort Washington, PA 19034. The arrangements were handled by the Fletcher Funeral Home, Philadelphia. Burial was in North Cedar Hill Cemetery.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 12, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Myra E., wife of Allen F. Scott, aged 41 years, died of heart trouble at 1.30 o'clock Monday afternoon at her late home in Reading. She was taken ill three weeks ago while returning from State College where her son was graduated in June. Besides her husband son son, Wayne L., there survive six sisters and two brothers.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 12, 1922, p. 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Robert H Scott, a veteran of many battles in the Civil War and a former member of the Ringold Band, died of infirmities and general debility at 8:45 p.m. Wednesday at the home of a daughter, Mrs Franklin J Einsick, 235 Pear St, aged 87. He had been in declining health five years, although he was confined to bed only one day.
Mr Scott. was born at Mahoney City, Schuylkill Co. and came to Reading in 1881. His parents were the late John and Rebecca (Lewars) Scott. He was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and Post 16 G.A.R.During the Civil War he served two enlistments. He enlisted for the first time Sep 16 1861, as a musician in the Twenty-Sixth Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, First Brigade, Second Division, Third Army Corps, Army of the Potomac. He did duty at Budds Ferry, Seige of Yorktown, Battle of Williamsburg, Oak Grove, Seven Days Before Richmond, Savage Station. White Oak Swamp and Malvern Hill. Mr Scott was discharged Aug 8 1862.
He reenlisted as a bugler Oct 23 1863, in Company M First Pennsylvania Cavalry, and was transferred Jun 17 1865 to Company I Second Pennsylvania Cavalry. He was engaged in the following battles; Drunesville, VA, capture of Strasburg, Harrisonburg, Cross Keys, Robertson's River, Cedar Mountain, Rappahannock Station, Aldle, Middleburg, Gettysburg, PA, Haltown, Raccoon Ford, Auburn Heights, Bristoe Station, Mine Run, New Hope Church, Todd's Tavern, Sheridan's Raid, Davenport, Childsburg, Hungary Station, Ashland, Yellow Tavern, Richmond Heights, Medow Bridge, Enon Church, Haw's Shop, Barker's Mills, Trevillion Road, Trevillion Station, Malvern Hill, Gravel Hill, Weldon, Poplar Spring Church, Charles City Cross Roads Hatches Run, Warren's Raid. Bellefields, Gravelly Run, Dinwiddle, Saylor's Creek Farmville, and Appomattox, where General Lee surrendered. He was discharged from the army the second tome Aug 7 1865 at Louisville, KY.
Mr Scott was a carriage maker by trade, but after he returned from the war he followed the trade of blacksmith for 18 years at the Reading Railway shops. He retired from active work 25 years ago. His wife Christina (Sanders) Scott, died 25 years ago. For many years he played with the Ringgold Band.
Surviving are eight children, Ellen, wife of Franklin Einsick, at whose home he died. Gertrude L wife of William H Fry, Reading, Carrie Scott, Harrisburg; Florence, wife of Bert Castor, Flint, Michigan; William, Reading; Charles E, Rosedale; Lewis A, Reading; Robert F, Shillington; also 19 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren and these brothers and sisters, Hannah widow of Henry Beitenmen, Reiffton; Charles E, Steelton; Walter, Chicago; and Henry, Pottsville. The three brothers mentioned were also Civil War Veterans.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 6, 1924, p. 2. Submitted by Michelle.]
In this city, on the 5th, Robert H Scott, aged 87 years, 9 months and 6 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 235 Pear St., on Monday afternoon at 1:30. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, May 7, 1924. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Our readers, we believe, have by this time become quite well acquainted with the sad case of Walter C. Scott, of Alburtis; how he was so suddenly relieved last fall of a spasmodic shaking of the head with which he was afflicted for thirty years; how he attempted suicide by firing three bullets into his head at Allentown and of their removal and his recovery again. Mr. Scott had a remarkable career as far as is known, and very much of his life is a mystery. Being reserved when asked about his family affairs, little is positively known of his relatives. He came to Alburtis as a stranger and made his home in a family equally unknown there before. Being a discharged and disabled soldier, he manufactured and peddled medicine and traveled about, despite his malady, in all parts of the State. His preparations were generally good and he sold lots of them. This enabled him to live quite comfortably as a boarder in the family of Mr. Troutman, with whom he first put up and where he made his home until he married. The latter event took place about six years ago, when he was wedded to a Miss Rothenberger, an estimable woman of Alburtis. Ever since his recovery from his terrible affliction, he appeared an entirely changed man. True, he was very glad to be rid of it and attributed his remarkable recovery to Divine Providence rather than any earthly cause; still his mind had evidently been affected in some way and through his sufferings, which altered him considerably. He never indulged in intoxicants and was of a moral disposition. His well wishes to young and old were given so heartily that many a one felt encouraged by his “God bless you,” “Wish you a bushel of greenbacks,” and similar expressions he always used when he met an acquaintance. To children he was an especial friend and he had a kind word or gift for all he met. Disease came suddenly on him last Thursday and after but a short time affected he died that night. Drs. Mohr and Barndt, of Alburtis, pronounced his sickness cholera morbus. The funeral took place yesterday (Wednesday) forenoon and burial was made to Longswamp Church, near Shamrock.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 26, 1891, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
William Scott, of Shillington, died in the Reading hospital at 5.25 o'clock on Wednesday morning following an illness of typhoid fever. He was admitted to the institution a week ago and was aged 27 years. Mr. Scott was a son of Robert and the late Ella Scott, and besides his father is survived by a widow, Erna, nee White, and one daughter, Jeanne. He was affiliated with the Masons.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 24, 1922, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sandra L. Scull, 56, formerly of Reading, died of natural causes May 20 in her DeBary, Fla. residence. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late James S. and Frances (Wisniewski) Scull. She had been last employed as a senior technical specialist by Parsons Energy and Chemical, Reading. She was previously the owner-operator of The Catering Connection, Fleetwood. Scull, who resided with Eric DeLong, is survived by a daughter, Jennifer L. (Ciemiewicz) Moyer, Kenhorst. Other survivors include three sisters: Barbara L. (Scull) Feehan, West Chester; Donna M. (Scull) Love, Mohnton; and Patricia A. (Scull) Barmettler, Yountville, Calif. There is also one grandson. Memorial services will be Sunday, June 5 at 2 p.m. in 65 Winged Foot Drive, Flying Hills. Long Funeral Services Inc., DeBary, Fla., is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 24, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]