Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - S

Stober, Joyce M.S.

Joyce M. Sweigart Stober, 73, Akron, Lancaster County, died May 23 at 8:41 a.m. in Essa Flory Hospice Center, East Hempfield Township, Lancaster County. Her husband, Allen D. Stober, died Feb. 19, 2002. Her first husband, Harry O. Sweigart Jr., died Oct. 31, 1973. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Claude and Annie (Gehret) Lutz. Stober had been employed for 32 years by Bollman Hat Co., Adamstown, retiring in 1995. She was a member of Hopeland United Methodist Church, Clay Township, Lancaster County. Stober is survived by a son, Daryl L. Sweigart, Stevens, Lancaster County; a daughter, Karen A. (Sweigart) Brill, Ephrata; a stepson, James A. Stober, Annville, Lebanon County; and a stepdaughter, Nancy J. Stober, Akron. Other survivors include two brothers, Robert Lutz, Denver, Lancaster County, and Barry Lutz, Womelsdorf; and three sisters: Edith (Lutz) Texter, Vinemont, Spring Township; Betty (Lutz) Herb, Robesonia; and Fern (Lutz) Kohl, Reading. There are also four grandchildren and one great-grandson. Services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Roseboro Funeral Home, Denver. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 24, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Stock, John J.

Services were held for John J. Stock, 91, of Levengood Road, Douglassville, who died March 2 in Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where he had resided since 2002. He was the husband of Fay Ann (Conrad) Stock. His first wife, Lillie Isabel (Rhoads) Stock, died in 1980. Born in Reading, Stock was employed for 32 years by Gudebrod, Inc., Pottstown, and was last employed for 20 years by Zieger & Sons Inc., Reading, retiring in 1978. He was a past chairman and 50-year member of the Patriotic Order Sons of America. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Doris (Stock) Blimline, Laureldale, and Linda S. (Stock) Allen, Pottstown. Other survivors include two stepdaughters, Kathleen A. (Heinly) Wilder and Ellen Sue (Heinly) Trexler, both of Hamburg; and two stepsons, Wayne B. Heinly, Fleetwood, and Lee R. Heinly, in Pennsylvania. There are also six grandchildren, four stepgrandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and six stepgreat-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Charles F. Stock, in 1999. Burial was in Amityville Cemetery. The arrangements were handled by the Sanders Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc.

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

Stocker, Sarah

Friends Send Tributes to Stocker Funeral

The funeral of Mrs. Sarah Stocker took place today from the residence of her sister, Mrs. A. P. Body, 414 Chestnut street. The remains were attired in a white dress and lay in a solid walnut casket, with silver trimmings and plate bearing name and age. Rev. C.E. Kistler held services at the house. The bearers were William Rapp, Charles Berg, George Stocker and Fred Body.

The tributes follow: Pillow, family; gates ajar, granddaughter Lulu; cross, Mrs. Samuel Watkins; broken heart, grandchildren; carnations, Mrs. William Watkins; wreath, Mr. and Mrs. Stocker; wreath, Mrs. John Anderson; carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Stocker; carnations, Mrs. Powers; carnations, Charles Deal; carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Luiquid; blanket, sister; hand bouquet, great-grandson. The body was taken to Leesport on the 1 o'clock train, Pennsylvania railroad, where interment was made in the Leesport Cemetery. Undertaker Henninger had charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, January 20, 1912. Submitted by Nancy.]

Stofflet, Florence

Miss Florence Stofflet, of 951 Oak street, one of the most prominently known Christian Endeavor Workers in the county, passed away on Wednesday afternoon at 1 o’clock at the Allentown hospital, following a surgical operation performed on Saturday. Miss Stofflet was admitted to the hospital on August 15. Previous to that time she had been in ill health, suffering from kidney trouble. She was a native of Mertztown, Berks County, and was aged 43 years. Was a daughter of Mr. Mary and the late Charles B. Stofflet, the latter having died thirty three years ago. Since her residence in this city, she was active in Christian Endeavor activities. She affiliated with the congregation of Ebenezer Evangelical church, was superintendent of the Junior C. E. And was a member of the Mrs. G. Myers bible Class. For a number of years she was also corresponding secretary of the Lehigh County Christian Endeavor Society. There survive her mother, one sister, Lovie, and a brother, Lemer Stofflet, all of this city. The funeral will be held from the home of the mother, on Monday at 2 p.m., daylight saving time. Services will be conducted at the house, Rev. H. C. Lilly, pastor of Ebenezer church, officiating. Interment will be made in Greenwood cemetery.

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

Stofflet, Hesekiel

Hesekiel Stofflet, an aged and respected resident of Shamrock, died suddenly apoplexy at his home there on Sunday evening at 7.15 o'clock, aged 71 years, 2 months and 24 days. He had been ill for about a week. Mr. Stofflet was a resident of Shamrock for six years and of Longswamp township, Berks county, almost all his life. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of Lehigh church. He was also affiliated with Alburtis Castle, No. 320, Knights of the Golden Eagle. There survive his wife, Mrs. Catherine (Snyder) Stofflet and the following sons and daughters: Jacob, at home; Harry, Bethlehem; Claude Stofflet and Mrs. Harry Weiler, 642 North Sixteenth street, this city; and Mrs. George Roth, Emaus. A sister, Mrs. Tillie Saylor, Gratersford; two brothers, Frank Stofflet, this city; and Howard Stofflet, Royersford; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 9.30 a.m. from his late home, with further services and burial at Lehigh church. Rev. C. A. Kerschner, this city, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 22, 1924, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stofflet, Jane B. (nee Moyer)

Mrs. Jane B., widow of John Stofflet, died Monday at her home on Walnut street, Kutztown, following a long illness from complications, aged 70 years, 1 month and 12 days. Mrs. Stofflet was a born Moyer and was a native of Lehigh county. She is survived by the following children: Edwin, George and Charles, of Kutztown; Edna, of Harrisburg, and Mrs. James Serfass, of Allentown. A sister, Mrs. Henry Strauss, and a brother, Edwin Moyer, of Coplay also survive. The funeral will be held on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Services will be conducted at the house. Rev. E. H. Leimbach, pastor of St. John’s Reformed church, Kutztown, will conduct the services. Interment will be made in Hope cemetery, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 4, 1924, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stofflet, John

John Stofflet, for many years a resident of Longswamp township, died at his residence near Mertztown on Thursday at 5.30 am., aged 82 years, 8 months and 1 day. He had been sick for about five weeks. He is survived by a son, Victor, of Reading, and a brother, Jacob, of Fogelsville; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. His wife and three daughters preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at his late home, near Mertztown, on Tuesday at 9.30 a.m., to be followed by further services at Longswamp church and interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating.

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

Stofflet, Laura (nee Schadler)

Laura Stofflet, wife of George Stofflet and daughter of the late Isaac and Rachael Schadler, died at her home in Fogelsville on Thursday at 3 a.m., of pneumonia. Deceased was born in Longswamp Township, Berks county, fifty-three years ago. The following relatives survive: her husband, George Stofflet, and children, Robert, Mrs. Edwin Keck, William, Fred, Minnie, John, Maud, all of Fogelsville, and Layton, of West Coplay; also two brothers and a sister, George Schadler, of Mertztown; Frank Schadler and Mrs. Isaac Warmkessel, of Allentown. Short funeral services will be held at the house on Monday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock, continued services and burial at the St. John's Lutheran Church, Fogelsville. Teams will meet the 11 p.m. trolley at Trexlertown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 7, 1916, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stofflet, Lovena I.

Miss Lovena I. Stofflet died Tuesday night at the Allentown hospital to which place she had been taken two weeks ago. She had been ill for the past six months. Blood transfusions had been resorted to at the time of her arrival at the hospital in an effort to save her life. Born at Longswamp, Berks county, she was a daughter of Mary, nee Shirey, and the late Charles Stofflet. She attended the Mertztown and Longswamp schools, and thirty years ago came to Allentown. Since that time, until her illness, she worked in the various silk mills in this section. She was a faithful member of the Ebenezer Evangelical church, this city, and of its Christian Endeavor society. Miss Stofflet was preceded in death by a brother, William, and a sister, Florence. She is survived by her mother, Mary Shirey Stofflet, and one brother, Elmer, both of Allentown. Rev. C. H. Lilly will conduct the services on Saturday at her late home, 951 Oak street, at 2 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 18, 1932, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stofflet, Mary (nee Shirey)

Mrs. Mary Stofflet, whose vivid memories of pioneer days in the western states were familiar to a host of friends, died suddenly at 6 o’clock Saturday night while eating supper at her home, 951 Oak St. Death was due to a heart attack. She was in her 83rd year. As a young girl, Mrs. Stofflet traveled to Wisconsin with her father, the late Daniel Shirey, when he took a group of miners to the western state to open the ore mines there. Her stories of that trip and of her observations en route told the tale of pioneering in that section of the country. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, the daughter of the late Mr. And Mrs. Daniel Shirey. For 40 years she has been living at 951 Oak St. Her husband, Charles Stofflet, died 45 years ago. For many years she had been a member of Ebenezer Evangelical church. Surviving are one son, Elmer Stofflet of Allentown, a brother James Shirey of Reading, and several nephews and nieces. One son and two daughters preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. d.s.t. at the Trexler funeral home, 116 S. 8th St. Interment will be in the Greenwood cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Rev. Paul Wert will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 8, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoltz, Carl V.

Carl V. Stoltz, 91, of 36 Linden St., Robesonia, died Wednesday at 10:25 p.m in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Tuesday. He was the husband of Leona M. (Smith) Stoltz. Born in Bethel Township, he was a son of the late Charles and Christina (Wingenfelt) Stoltz. Stoltz was employed for 10 years as a machine operator by Hofmann Industries, Sinking Spring, retiring in 1970. He was a member of St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church, Robesonia. Other survivors include two sisters: Kathryn, widow of William Buck, Lebanon and Margaret, widow of Joseph DeMarco, Clifton Heights, Delaware County. Funeral services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Entombment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Laureldale. (Note: from memory book: Carl V. Stoltz born July 7, 1902 and died April 6, 1994.)

[Source: Reading Eagle, April 7, 1994. Submitted by: Betsy.]

Stoltz, Pauline Ellen (nee Manbeck)

Pauline Ellen Manbeck, wife of Harvey L. Stoltz, Jr., and daughter of Lloyd H. Manbeck and wife, Cora May Unger, born April 28, 1913, in U. Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co., Pa., was baptized May 18, 1913, by Rev. O. E. Pflueger and confirmed in Zion Church, Strausstown, Oct. 15, 1927, by Rev. George S. Kressley. She was united in marriage to Harvey L. Stoltz, Jr., on April 19, 1930, by Rev. W. A. Dries, and died on Monday, Oct. 12, 1931, in St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading at the age of 18 years, 5 months and 14 days. She is survived by her husband, one daughter, her parents, three sisters, her maternal grandparents and her paternal grandmother. She was buried on Oct. 17, with services in the home and Zion Church, Strausstown, where burial was made.

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

Stoltzfus, Edith I.

Services were held in Zion Mennonite Church, Robeson Township, for Edith L. Stoltzfus, of Fredericksville Road, Mertztown, who died April 3 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient since March 10. Burial was in Oley Mennonite Cemetery, Oley Township. She was the wife of Noah S. Stoltzfus, past of Zion Mennonite Church. Born in Endicott, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Leslie and Lula (Marean) Spencer. She was employed as an elementary teacher in Lima (N.Y.) Christian School from 1974 to 1986 and as director of Christian education by Landstown Community Church, Virginia Beach, Va., from 1987 to 1999. Stoltzfus was a 1952 graduate of Elim Bible Institute, Lima, and a 1972 graduate of the State University of New York, Genesceo. She was a member of Zion Mennonite Church. Also surviving are a son, K. Daniel Stoltzfus, Elizabeth, N.J.; a daughter, Pamela S. (Stoltzfus) Thimsen, Apex, N.C.; and five grandchildren. Other survivors include two brothers, Andrew Spencer, Arkport, N.Y., and Phillip Spencer, Payson, Ariz.; and two sisters, Marion (Spencer) Seda, Dover, Del., and Priscilla (Spencer) Crosby, Flagstaff, Ariz. The Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, West Reading, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, April 10, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stoltzfus, Emery K.

Emery K. Stoltzfus, 90, formerly of Morgantown, died April 11 in Ephrata Community Hospital, He was taken to the hospital from Garden Spot Village, New Holland, Lancaster County. He was the husband of Flora (Umble) Stoltzfus. Born in Morgantown, he was a son of the late Stephen H. and Sadie (Kurtz) Stoltzfus. Stoltzfus was employed by the Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing; Bethlehem Steel Corp. and was last employed by Morgan Trailer, Morgantown, retiring in 1983. He was a member of the Twin Valley Bible Chapel, Morgantown, where he was a former deacon and building-committee member. Stoltzfus was one of the founding members of the Morgantown Aero Club and was a pilot. He is also survived by two sons, Ronald, Lewes, Del., and J.D., Morgantown; and a daughter, Sally (Stoltzfus) Sauder, New Holland. Other survivors include two brothers, Clarence, New Holland, and Ralph, Akron, Lancaster County; and a sister, Mae (Stoltzfus) Shreiner, Leola, Lancaster County. There are also seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Garden Spot Village Chapel. Burial will be private in Pine Grove Cemetery, Elverson. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, Lancaster County, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, April 12, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stolz, Claire

Claire Stolz, 85, Reading, died May 8 in Lancaster General Hospital. Her husband, Michael Stolz, died in 1968. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late William and Helen Marie (Del Reo) Good. Stolz was employed as an assistant to the chairman of the Federal Paper Board Co., Downingtown, and was employed as a decorator by the Hollenbach Construction Co., Bernville. She was last employed by VF Corp., Wyomissing, until her retirement. Surviving is a son, David, Reading. Services were private. Stradling Funeral Home Inc., Ephrata, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 16, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stone, Elsie E. (nee Bortz)

Mrs. Elsie E. Stone, 53, wife of George W. Stone, 1317 Hickory St., Allentown, died at 9:15 last night at the Allentown hospital. Mrs. Stone had been ailing six weeks and was admitted to the hospital Monday. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of the late William H. and Louisa Bortz. She was a member of Zion Reformed church and New Temple chapter, O.E.S. The only survivor besides her husband is a cousin, Mrs. Laura Kurtz of Allentown. Funeral arrangements will be completed today.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 22, 1940, page 34. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoner, Eli N.

Stoner, Eli N., in the morning hours of November 19, quietly changed his residence from earth to Heaven. He enjoyed 86 years, 4 months, and 24 days upon this earth. Bro. Stoner was the son of the late Eli K. and Anna Hershey Stoner. He was born in Lancaster County, Penna. At the time of his departure, he resided at his home on Douglass Street, Reading. He was a faithful member of Grace Church, Reading, for many years. Our brother is survived by his faithful wife, Mary J. Schlappich Stoner, and two sons, Robert and Harold, both of San Diego, California. The service was conducted at the Auman Homes by his pastor. Prayer was offered by Rev. H. D. Wittmaier. Interment was made at the Union Cemetery at Schuylkill Haven. The Lord is surely comforting those who mourn. __G. R. Booth

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXV, no. 51, December 20, 1949, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Stoner, M.C.

First Coca-Cola Man. Chambersburg, Sept. 5 -- M.C. Stoner, 78, who organized the first company to manufacture coca-cola, died at his home here today. Stoner for several years was agent here for the Western Maryland Railway, but moved to Atlanta. While there he purchased the coca-cola formula from the originator and organized a company to manufacture it. According to friends of Stoner here, the company's advertizing manager soon put the firm into financial difficulties by spending $17,000. The company's interests were then sold to Asa Candler. After this business venture Stone returned here. Later he acquired interests in Florida orchards and in coal mines in Huntington county. A widow and a daughter survive.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, September 5, 1931. Submitted by Nancy.]

Stoner, Reuben K.

Stopp, Annie M. (nee Oswald)

Annie M., nee Oswald, Stopp, wife of Joseph Stopp, died yesterday at her home, 452 Walnut St., Kutztown. She was in her 61st year. Surviving are her husband and the following children: Eva, wife of Wirt Schappell, Kutztown; Francis L., Breinigsville R. 2; Raymond and Earl R., both of Kutztown, and Helen M., wife of Marvin Fox, Allentown. Fourteen grandchildren and one sister, Emma, wife of Henry Gruber, Allentown, also survive. The funeral will be held Thursday at 2 p.., D.S.T., at the late home 452 Walnut St., Kutztown, and interment will be made in Hope cemetery, Kutztown. Friends may call Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, August 4, 1936, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stopp, Raymond J.

Raymond J. Stopp, 65, of Kutztown R. 3, a retired employee of the Kutztown Foundry & Machine Corp., died Sunday in his home. He was the husband of Bertha M. (Hilbert) Stopp. He retired about a year ago as a foreman in the cleaning house at the foundry. Born in Upper Macungie Township, he was a son of the late Joseph and Anna (Oswald) Stopp. Surviving besides his widow are a daughter, Mrs. Pauline J. Strauss of Reading; a son Harold J. of Fleetwood; a sister, Mrs. Helen Fox, of Bethlehem; a brother Earl, of Kutztown; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, December 28, 1971, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stortz, Katherine (nee Smith)

Plans for the celebration of the 88th birthday anniversary of Mrs. Katherine Stortz (nee Smith), which would have occurred on Monday, were cut short by her death on Sunday at her home in Reading. She was the wife of Jacob F. Stortz. Mrs. Stortz was born at Womelsdorf and lived in Reading about 20 years. Besides her husband, deceased leaves three children, Elsie, Claire and Earl, all at home. Two brothers, Harry, of Reading, and William, of East Greenville, also survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 9, 1908, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stott, Richard R.

Richard R. Stott, a retired junior high school teacher, died May 5 in his residence in Exeter Township. Stott, 82, was employed for 17 years as a junior high school teacher in the Reading and Boyertown school districts until his retirement. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Raymond H. and Dorothy A. (Brookmoyer) Stott. Stott was an Army Air Forces veteran of World War II. There are no immediate survivors. Services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Auman Funeral Homes, Reading. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, May 6, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Stouch, John

Death of John Stouch

Womelsdorf: John Stouch, aged 81, died at his residence on Franklin street, after an illness of 2 weeks. His death was due to old age and general debility. He was born at Myerstown, and for many years followed the occupation of a carpenter. He moved here from Reading 18 years ago. He is survived by his widow, Susan, and 3 daughters, Mrs. Mary Redifer, Phila.; Mrs. Emma Goldman, of town, and Mrs. Alice Ekkart, of Phila. Prof. Frank Stouch, of this place, is a brother, and Mrs. Susan Rhine, Reading, and Mrs. Catherine Sprecher, of Phila., are sisters. He was a member of the Union Methodist church. Funeral, Monday at 10 o'clock. Rev. Knecht, of Newmanstownm will officiate.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 6, 1897, page 3. Submitted by Marcia.]

Stoudt, Adam

Blandon, Oct 5 - Adam Stoudt, who has been the local blacksmith fro the past five years, passed away quite unexpectedly. Death was due to Typhoid Fever. He was 39 years old. Deceased was a son of William Stoudt of Kirbyville. besides his father he is survived by his wife Florence (nee Obyle), a son George and a daughter Mary. Mrs Cyrus R Heffner, Pine Forger, and Mrs. John Miller, this place, are sisters. Deceased was a member of St. Peter's (Becker's) Lutheran congregation. Undertaker J W Stump, of Fleetwood, has charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, October 5, 1914, p. 4. Submitted by Michelle.]

Stoudt, Amanda C. (nee Baer)

Mrs. Amanda C. Stoudt, mother of Dr. John Baer Stoudt and Fred M. Stoudt of Allentown, died at 9 o'clock last night in the Allentown hospital. She would have been 86 years old next Wednesday. A native of Longswamp township, Berks county, she was a daughter of Charles and Anna, nee Carl, Baer. For the last 16 years she resided in Allentown. Recently and until she was admitted to the hospital six weeks ago, she lived with her son Fred at 1210 Wyoming St. She was a member of St. Paul's Reformed church at Fleetwood, where she made her home for the greater part of her life. Surviving are four sons: Dr. John Baer Stoudt and Fred M. Stoudt, of Allentown; George B. Stoudt, of St. Bernardino, Calif.; and Jacob A. Stoudt, of Fleetwood. A son, C. Henry, and a daughter, Mrs. John Herring, preceded her in death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 13, 1942, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Amandon Urias

Stoudt - In Penn, on the 5th instant Amandon Urias, son of Alfred F. and Sarah M. Stoudt, aged 5 years, 3 months and 15 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, July 28, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]

Stoudt, Betty Irene

A heart ailment yesterday morning at 8.30 o'clock brought death to Betty Irene, daughter of Calvin H. and Evelyn M., nee Kemp, Stoudt, High street, Topton, in the Homeopathic hospital, Reading. The young girl was 7 years, 4 months and 29 days old. She leaves her parents, two sisters and a brother, Doris, Ronald and Shirley, at home; also the grandparents on both sides of the family. Funeral services will be held from the home of the parents, High street, Topton, Friday at 1.30 p.m. D.S.T., with continued services in St. Paul's Reformed church, Kutztown, Rev. George B. Smith, D.D., officiating. Interment in the Fairview cemetery, Kutztown. Viewing Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.

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

Stoudt, Betty M.

Betty M. Stoudt, 68, Ontelaunee Township, died of natural causes Aug. 3 at 1:15 a.m. in Laurel Center Genesis Eldercare, Tilden Township, where she had been a patient since May 8. She was the wife of Paul A. Stoudt. Born in Richmond Township, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Elizabeth (Kaufman) Henn. Stoudt had been employed as a sewing-machine operator at several area knitting mills, last working at Spring-Ford Knitting Mill, Leesport, retiring in 1999. She was a member of Salem (Belleman's) Church, Centre Township. Also surviving is a son, David P., Derby, Kan. Other survivors include two sisters, Virginia (Henn) Falcon, Reading, and Linda (Henn) Walters, Boyertown. There are also three grandchildren and one great-grandson. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Centerport. Burial will be in Fairview (Belleman's) Cemetery, Centre Township.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 4, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stoudt, Calvin H. Sr.

Services for Calvin H. Stoudt Sr., of 52 E. Washington St., Topton, will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton, with viewing 7-8:30 p.m. today. Stoudt died Friday at the age of 83. His wife, the former Stella E. Clewell, died 11 months ago. The couple was married 58 years. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late John B. and Emma (Hawkins) Stoudt. He was the former operator of the farm at the Berks County Home at Shillington. In later years, he was a watchman at the Atlas Mineral Products Co., Mertztown. He was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of St. Paul's Union Church, Trexlertown. Surviving are a son, Calvin H. Jr., with whom he resided; a sister, Mrs. Lizzie Merkel of Fleetwood; six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 23, 1961, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Elizabeth Agnes (nee DeLong)

Mrs. Elizabeth Agnes (DeLong) Stoudt, widow of the Rev. Dr. John Baer Stoudt, clergyman-historian-author, died yesterday in Muhlenberg Medical Center, where she had been admitted July 27. She was 86. Mrs. Stoudt resided at 1054 Tilghman St., Allentown. She was the mother of the Rev. Dr. John Joseph Stoudt of Norristown who, like his late father, has authored a book and given many lectures on its topic, early Pennsylvania arts and crafts. Mrs. Stoudt was born near Topton, a daughter of the late Joseph S. and Mary Hoch (Yoder) DeLong. She and Dr. Stoudt were married in 1908, shortly after his ordination as a minister of the Reformed faith. Her husband served charges in Emmaus and Western Salisbury until 1922, then retired from the pulpit to devote himself principally to research and compilation of historical data. He died in 1944. Mrs. Stoudt was a member for more than 50 years of Liberty Bell Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. She was also the last surviving charter member of the Huguenot Society of Pennsylvania, which her husband organized. She was a member of Salem United Church of Christ, Allentown, and a life member of the auxiliaries of Phoebe and Devitt Homes. Surviving in addition to her son is a grandson. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. There are no calling hours.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 16, 1964, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Elsie I.

Funeral services were held for Elsie I. (Baus) Stoudt, 89, of Upper Frederick, formerly of Royersford, who died January 31 in the Frederick Mennonite Home. She was the widow of Walter R. Stoudt. Born in Earlville, she was a supervisor for the former Valley Forge Flag Co. before retiring in the early 1980s. She was a member of Linfield United Church of Christ, where she served as an elder and a member of the Church Guild. Surviving are two sisters, Lydia Dilliplane of Pottstown and Grace Graber of Pennsburg; and a brother, Ralph Baus of Boyertown. Contributions may be made to Linfield United Church of Christ, P.O. Box 4, Royersford, PA 19468. Burial will be in the Limerick Garden of Memories. The arrangements were handled by the Cattermole-Klotzbach Funeral Home in Royersford.

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

Stoudt, Emma K. (nee Hawkins)

Mrs. Emma K. Stoudt, wife of John B. Stoudt, of near Shamrock, died of peritonitis, aged 62 years, 4 months and 2 days. About a year ago she suffered from gall stones, which were removed in the Allentown Hospital by a successful operation. She was home again and able to pursue her household obligations, when new complications developed, from which she succumbed. The Stoudt family resides on one of the farms owned by J. Alfred Trexler. The deceased was a daughter of the late William Hawkins and wife, Elizabeth (nee Kaufman), and was born May 1, 1847, in Richmond and was baptized July 4, 1856, by Rev. Isaac Roeller. Deceased was confirmed by Rev. B. E. Kramlich at Fleetwood and was married to John B. Stoudt on Sept. 25, 1864, by Rev. Augustus Herman, which union was blessed with five sons and two daughters, who survive, besides the husband. The children are as follows: Stanley, of Alburtis; Benneville, of Vera Cruz; John, of Huntingdon county; Wilson, of Allentown; Calvin, at home; Lizzie, wife of Thomas Merkel, of Shamrock, and Victoria, wife of Milton Beitler, of near Alburtis. Three brothers and one sister survive, Henry Hawkins, of Kirbyville; Wilson and Nicholas Hawkins, of Reading, and Mary, wife of Frederick Koch, Kirbyville. Funeral services were held today at 9 a.m. at the house. Interment at St. Peter's (Becker's) Church in Richmond township.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 10, 1909, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Francis

Stoudt - In Centre, March 11th, Francis, son of Jared H. & Louisa Stoudt, aged 3 years, 11 months and 10 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 8, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Stoudt, Hannah R. (nee Stoudt)

West Leesport, Aug 5 - Hannah R., widow of John E Stoudt, died at the home of her son, Paul A Miller, this borough, aged 63 years. Death followed a long illness. She was a native of Richmond Twp., daughter of the late William and Amanda (Rothermel) Stoudt, and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Blandon Union Church. Surviving are the son, Paul A. Miller, with whom she resided here; two grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Kate Ohlinger, Fleetwood R D 1, and Mrs Annie Heffner, of Douglassville.

Funeral on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. from the home, where services will be conducted by the Rev. Elmer F Wenrich. Interment in Blandon Cemetery,of Funeral Director Walter J Christ, of Fleetwood.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 5, 1940, p. 16. Submitted by Michelle.]

Stoudt, Isaac

Stoudt--In Lower Heidelberg township, on the 19th inst., Isaac Stoudt, aged 72 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, near the Mountain Home, on Wednesday morning at 9:30 o'clock, at the house. Services and burial at Hain's church.

[Source: Reading Eagle, September 23, 1890. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Note: A Stoudt researcher says Isaac Stoudt was 69 years and submitted a tombstone picture.

Stoudt, Isaac

Stoudt -- Near Wernersville, Dec. 16th, Isaac Stoudt, aged 61 years, 3 months and 9 days.

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

Stoudt, James

Schubert, June 29 (Special). James Stoudt died Tuesday, from a complication of diseases, at his home here, aged 78 years, 3 months and 21 days. He was a retired farmer and was a son of the late William and Mary (Manbeck) Stoudt. There survive his widow, Susan (Ziegler) Stoudt; these children: Frank, Elizabethtown; Isaac, West Reading; Nora, wife of Cress Valentine, Rehrersburg, Charles, Strausstown; Jane, wife of Jacob Reber, this place; 18 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and one sister, Emma, widow of Morris Garloff, Myerstown. Funeral Saturday, July 2, at 9:20 a.m. from the home. Further services in Ziegler's Meeting House, Rev. Ira W. Gibble, Rev. George Snyder and Rev. Jacob Merkey officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery in charge of Funeral Director C.E. Schucker, of Rehrersburg.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, June 29, 1927. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Stoudt, John Joseph

The Rev. Dr. John Joseph Stoudt, 69, an authority on Pennsylvania German folklore and culture, died Wednesday in Montgomery Hospital, Norristown. He was the husband of Nancy (Yost) Stoudt and resided at 209 Stonybrook Drive, Norristown. Der. Stoudt was an author of some 13 books, 95 articles and 122 poems, mostly related to Pennsylvania Germans. Among his articles on folklore were contributions to Encyclopaedia Brittanica and Colliers Encyclopedia. He was a supply pastor for Christ (DeLong's) United Church of Christ, Bowers, for eight years before retiring in 1980. He previously served pastorates in Coopersburg and Bangor, where he was ordained. He was a former professor of history at Kutztown State College. Born in Northampton, he was a son of the late Dr. John Baer and Elizabeth (DeLong) Stoudt. He was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood. Dr. Stoudt was an Army chaplain in World War II. A member of the Allentown High School Class of 1928, he received a Distinguished Alumni Award from the school in 1945. He held degrees from Haverford College, Yale University, Heidelberg University and University of Edinburgh. He received an honorary doctorate of theology from the University of Marburg in Germany. He was a past chairman of the advisory board of the Mertztown branch of National Bank of Boyertown. Surviving with his widow are a son, John Yost, of Schwenksville, and two grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood. Calling hours will begin at noon Friday in the church. The Trexler and Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 12, 1981, page B-10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, June F.

Services for Jeffrey A. Rentschler, 19, will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in Reading Moravian Church. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, is in charge of arrangements. Rentschler, Jefferson Township, was killed in a one-car crash along Host Church Road in the township April 8 at about 4:50 p.m., officials said. He was pronounced dead at the scene by the Berks County coroner, Dr. Nicholas Bybel. Born in Reading, he was a son of Steven G. and Denise J. (Pinkerton) Rentschler, at home. Rentschler had been employed as a waiter by the Heidelberg Country Club, last working within a week of his death. He was a member of Reading Moravian Church. Rentschler was a 2003 graduate of Tulpehocken High School and was attending Alvernia College, where he was a member of the golf team. He is also survived by a sister, Kayla J. Rentschler, at home, and his maternal grandmother, Jean M. (Kline) Pinkerton, Myerstown, Lebanon County.

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

Stoudt, Kathryn (nee Lauer)

Mrs. Kathryn, nee Lauer, Stoudt, Macungie R. 1, died at 8:30 o’clock Friday night at her home. She had been ailing for the last seven months during which time she underwent surgical treatment twice. She was 29 years of age. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, Mrs. Stoudt was a daughter of Harry lauer and Lizzie, nee Schmoyer. She was a member of the Reformed wing of Huffs church and was a member of the Sunday school of the same. Surviving are her husband, William Stoudt; her parents, a brother, Howard Lauer, Macungie R. 1, and her grandfather, Manasses Schmoyer. Services will be held on Wednesday at 1.30 o’clock from her late home, with further services at Huffs church. Burial will be made in Rauch cemetery, Huffs church. Friends may call at her late home Tuesday night from 7 to 9 o’clock. Rev. J. N. Blatt will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 22, 1942, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Lizzie

Miss Lizzie Stoudt, of Kutztown, aged 16 years, 5 months and 16 days, died on Tuesday at 6 p.m. in St. Joseph's Hospital, in Reading, where she was taken on the morning train on Tuesday to have an operation performed for appendicitis. The operation was performed at 2 p.m., but the disease had made such progress already that the operation did not relieve her of her sufferings. She was the youngest daughter of Mrs. Kitty Stoudt, widow of Francis Stoudt, of Kutztown. The remains were brought to the home of the deceased's mother on Main street yesterday morning, at 4 o'clock, by Undertaker J. H. Stump. She is survived by her mother and the following sisters and brothers: Harry, Jonestown; Bertolett, Greenwich township; Anna, wife of Levan Nicks, Allentown, and Frances, at home. The father preceded the daughter in death about nine years. The funeral will be held from the home of the mother on Sunday at 1.30 p.m. Interment in the cemetery at Bower's. services will be held in Christ (DeLong's) Reformed Church, at the same place, Rev. George S. Smith officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 11, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Lucille S.

Among the local survivors of Lucille S. (Boyer) Stoudt, who died of natural causes Nov. 27 in Reading Hospital, is a son, Timothy B. Stoudt, Kutztown.

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

Stoudt, Lucy M. (nee Bauer)

Mrs. Lucy M., nee Bauer, Stoudt, wife of Paul H. Stoudt of Palm, died yesterday afternoon in the Quakertown hospital. She was aged 25 years, 8 months and 13 days. She was born at Hereford, a daughter of Eugene and Mary, nee Kemp, Bauer. Surviving Mrs. Stoudt are her husband, a daughter, Mary Ann, at home; her parents and a sister and brother, Reta and Raymond Bauer, all of Hereford. For nine years she had been employed at the Acorn Glove factory in Palm. Mrs. Stoudt was a member of St. Philip Neri Catholic church at East Greenville. The funeral will be held from her late residence in Palm at 8:30 a.m. Thursday. Requiem high mass will be sung in St. Philip Neri church at East Greenville at 9:30 a.m. with the rector, the Rev. Father Leo J. Letterhouse, officiating. Interment will be in the Bally Catholic cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 25, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Mabel S. (nee Schoener)

Mrs. Mabel S., nee Schoener, wife of Rufus Stoudt, died Tuesday night at her home in Lenhartsville. She was aged 62 years, 8 months and 15 days. She was born a daughter of the late George and Fannie, nee Zettlemoyer, Schoener, at Lenhartsville. She held member in the Friedens Union church. Surviving besides her husband are one granddaughter, Jean Machmer of Wernersville; two brothers, George, Allentown, and Curtis, Lenhartsville; and three sisters, Mary, wife of Emmanuel Hein, Allentown; Mayme, wife of Miles Henne, Shoemakersville, and Cora Schoener, Allentown. Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. John Reiner on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in Friedens Union church, Lenhartsville. Interment in Haines church cemetery, Wernersville. There will be a viewing Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Burkey Funeral home at Hamburg.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 13, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Mary Ellen (nee Herbein)

Mary Ellen, nee Herbein, Stoudt, wife of William O. Stoudt, 40 W. Weiss St., Topton, died in the Allentown hospital yesterday afternoon after being confined there for three days. She was in her 58th year. Mrs. Stoudt was the daughter of Samuel Herbein and the late Ellen, nee Brintzenhoff, Stoudt. She was of Lutheran faith, Dryville church. Surviving is her husband, her father; two brothers, William Herbein, principal of the Topton school, and Luther Herbein, Topton; four sisters, Mrs. Warren Conrath, Bowers; Mrs. Levi Walbert, Mrs. Nora Rader and Mrs. Milton Leidy, all of Topton. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon from the Schofer funeral home, Topton, with further services in the Dryville church, Lutheran side. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 6, 1943, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Mary Jane

A graveside service was held for Mary Jane (Steffy) Stoudt, 73, of East Philadelphia Avenue, Gilbertsville, who died November 13 in her home. She was the widow of Leroy B. Stoudt. Born in Pottstown, she graduated from Pottsgrove High School. She was a homemaker and a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Barto. Surviving are three daughters, Arlene Miller of Gilbertsville, May Luccarelli Cooper of Perkiomenville and Gail Hart of Gilbertsville; one stepdaughter, Rita Care of Birdsboro; seven grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Burial was in Christ Union Cemetery in Barto. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

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

Stoudt, Michael C.

Services were held for Michael C. Stoudt, 53, of Gilbertsville, who died July 2 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. He was born in Spring City. During the Vietnam War, Stoudt served in the Navy. Stoudt worked as a security guard. Burial was in Riverside Cemetery in Norristown. The Boyd-Horrox Funeral Home, Norristown, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, July 10, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stoudt, Oliver J.

One of the oldest and best known auctioneers of Berks county, Oliver J. Stoudt, died at 8.15 o'clock last night at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. John Schlenker, Lyons, Berks county. He was aged 76 years, 3 months and 27 days. An auctioneer for forty years, Mr. Stoudt conducted more than 2500 sales. For a number of years, he has also been engaged in farming near Topton. He was a son of the late Henry and Odila, nee Reppert, Stoudt. His wife Sarah, nee Hilbert, died three years ago. There survive two sons, Frank and William, Topton, and one daughter, Katie, wife of John Schlenker, Lyons. One brother, Daniel, East Texas, and one stepsister, Mrs. Louisa Kerchner, Allentown, eleven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive. The funeral services will be held Monday morning at 10 o'clock from the residence of his daughter, Mrs. John Schlenker, Lyons, Berks county. Further services will be held in Christ Reformed church, Bowers, and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. George B. Smith will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 26, 1929, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Sarah Anna (nee Hilbert)

Sarah Anna, wife of Oliver Stoudt, aged 70 years, passed away at her residence near Bower's on Tuesday at 3.10 p.m. She was the daughter of the late Benneville Hilbert and wife, Velia (nee Youse). She is survived by her husband, and daughter, Mrs. John Schlenker, Lyons; two sons, William, at home, and Frank, Topton; two sisters, Mrs. Charles Coller, Kutztown, and Mrs. Amanda Weiser, Bowers, and one brother, Obediah, Reading. Funeral from her late residence near Bowers on Monday, April 26, at 10 a.m., with further services in Christ Reformed church, Bowers, and interment in adjoining cemetery. Rev. G. B. Smith will officiate. Schofer and Son, of Topton, have charge.

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

Stoudt, Stella E.

While bringing the cows home, Stella E., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Stoudt, near Kutztown, was attacked by a steer and so badly injured that she died a short time later. About a half hour after the accident, the little girl was found lying in a pool of blood. Three years ago, a brother was killed at Front and Buttonwood streets, Reading. The little girl was aged eight years. The funeral will take place on Tuesday, with interment at Old Zionsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 7, 1917, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Stella I.

Mrs. Stella I. Stoudt of 52 E. Washington St., Topton, died yesterday at her home. She was 79.

Mrs. Stoudt was the wife of Calvin H. Stoudt, Sr. Born in Coplay, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Harriet (Merkel) Clewell.

She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Trexlertown Union Church.

Surviving, besides her husband, are a son, Calvin H. Jr., with whom she resided; six grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Funeral Notice (p. 51): Age at death = 79 years, 1 month, 18 days. Buried, Trexlertown Church Cemetery

[Source: The Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 27, 1960, page 51. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stoudt, Sterling S.

Sterling S. Stoudt, 79, Reading, died June 2 at 7:45 a.m. in Wyomissing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Reading, where he had been a resident since March. He was the husband of Doris L. (Huseman) Stoudt. Born in Topton, he was a son of the late John and Kathryn (Williams) Stoudt. Stoudt had been employed for many years by Metropolitan Edison Co., Muhlenberg Township, retiring as a control room operator. He was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Reading. Stoudt was a graduate of Mount Penn High School. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Stoudt is also survived by two sons, Michael T. and Patrick L., both of Reading; and two daughters, Joanne M. (Stoudt) Taylor, Reading, and Aneta L. (Stoudt) Wunder, Shillington. There are also three grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 3, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stoudt, William B.

Kirbyville, Aug 26 - William B Stoudt aged 77 years, 2 months and 3 days, died of complications Wednesday night at 11:45 o'clock at his home in Richmanod Twp., near here. He had been bedfast only two days. Mr Stoudt was for many years a farmer. He was the son of the late George and Hannah (Borrel) Stoudt. His wife, Amanda (Rothermel) preceded him in death 16 years. Surviving are the following daughters, Mrs Hannah Miller, Katie wife of Charles Ohling and Annie, wife of C R Heffner. These brothers and sisters also remain; S. B. Stoudt, Fleetwood; Charles and Daniel, Iowa; Mrs. Rebecca Keller, Kirbyville, and Mrs. Henry Scheidt, Kutztown. Fifteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren also survive.

Funeral Monday, Aug. 30, at 1:30 p.m. All services at the house with Rev. W. S. Dry, of Kutztown, officiating. Interment in Becker's St. Peter's Church Cemetery. Undertaker W. J. Christ, Fleetwood, has charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 26, 1926, p. 2. Submitted by Michelle.]

Stoudt, William O.

William O. Stoudt, 63, a constable in the borough of Topton for the past 12 years, died unexpectedly last night while working at the Caloric Stove Corp. in Topton. Deputy Coroner Warren L. Trexler of Topton issued a certificate of death due to natural causes. A native of Maxatawny township, Berks county, Mr. Stoudt was a son of the late Oliver J. and Sallie (Hilbert) Stoudt. Mr. Stoudt was an auctioneer for the last 48 years. He was a member of the Reformed wing of Christ church in Bowers, Berks county. He belonged to the Knights of the Golden Eagle, Kutztown; Berks County Constables Assn.; the Topton, Lyons and Kempton fire companies. Surviving are his wife, the former Grace Mirth, at home, Weiss St., Topton; one brother, Frank, of Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 17, 1949, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stout, Alfred J.

STOUT -- In this city, on the 14th inst., ALFRED J. STOUT, aged 66 years and 3 months. Relatives and friends, also West End Social Club, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of his son, Charles H. Stout, 122 Second Ave., West Reading, Thursday at 2 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, April 17, 1916, p. 14. Submitted by: Marianne.]

Stout, Brian Lee

Funeral services were held for Brian Lee Stout, 49, of Beacon Street, Birdsboro, who died August 4 in the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Born in West Reading, he worked as a security guard for Garden State Tanning in Reading for four years, until May 1999. Stout was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Reading. He was a member of Birdsboro and Grill fire companies. Surviving are a son, Jason Stewart Stout of Reading; two daughters, Kimberly Anne Stout and Jessica Marie Stout, both of Reading; two half brothers, Conrad S. Stout of Mt. Penn and Stanley C. Stout of Glenside; a sister, Joanne L. Stout, with whom he lived; and one grandchild. Contributions may be made to Hope Lutheran Church, Front and Greenwich streets, Reading, PA 19601; or the Kidney Foundation, 4813 Jonestown Road, Suite 101, Harrisburg, PA 17109. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The arrangements were handled by the Dengler Funeral Home, Birdsboro.

[Source: Southern Berks News, August 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stout, Cyrus

On Sunday week Mr. Cyrus Stout, of Fleetwood, on the East Penn R. R., left his home to attend the funeral of his uncle at Becker's Church, and just as the funeral procession was passing through the gate of the cemetery, he was stricken with apoplexy and died from the effects next morning.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 25, 1891, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stout, Esther M.

In this city, of the 14th, Ralph Esther M., daughter of Calvin C and Mary A Stout, aged 3 years 2 months and 18 days. Relatives and friends, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of the grandparents,, Mr. and Mrs. Henry O. Barrell, 519 Pike St., on Saturday at 1 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 17, 1913. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Stout, Jas.

On Saturday, 28th, Jas. Stout, a blacksmith at Moselem, near Kutztown, fell over dead from an attack of apoplexy while at his work. He was 64 years of age and left three children to mourn his loss, his wife having preceded him to the grave.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 10, 1894, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stout, Oliver P.

Oliver P. Stout died at 12.40 o’clock yesterday afternoon at his home, 608 Park street, from a complication of ailments. He was aged 47 years. He is survived by his widow, Minnie, nee Werley, two sons, Paul and Arthur, of this city; a daughter, Agnes, of this city; a brother, Calvin, of Bethlehem; two sisters, Mrs. Harlan Yeager, of Hellertown, and Mrs. Charles Diehl, of Bingen, and a grandchild. He was a member of the Jr. OUAM. Private funeral services at his late home Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 o’clock will be followed by public services in St. Luke’s Lutheran church, North Seventh street, at 2 o’clock, Revs. W. W. Kistler and William L. Katz officiating. Interment will be made in the Longswamp cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday night from 7 to 9 o’clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, February 12, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stout, Thomas U.

Stout--In this city, on the 23d inst., Thomas U. Stout, aged 62 years 10 months and 3 days. Relatives and friends, also all organizations of which he was a member, are invited to attend the funeral services, without further notice, at F.F. Seidel's Chapel, 117 N. 5th St., on Tuesday at 10 a.m. Daylight Saving Time. Interment in Laureldale cemetery. Remains can be viewed at the chapel Monday evening.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 28, 1931. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Stout, William R.

William R. Stout, of Centreport, a young man 24 years of age, who was paying attentions to Miss Andora Focht, daughter of Benjamin Focht, a wealthy farmer living several miles from Centreport, Berks county, died very suddenly Wednesday night in the presence of his sweetheart. He had called on her and, after spending the evening very pleasantly in her company, prepared to leave and, in arising from his chair, fell to the floor and expired almost instantly.

[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, October 4, 1893, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stover, Ethel M.

Ethel M. Stover, 84, Flying Hills, died Aug. 28 at 5:45 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient 12 days. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Luke S. and Florence M. (Bricker) Stover. Stover was employed by the Wernersville Bank and was employed as a statistician by the Atlantic Refining Co., West Reading. She was last employed for more than 30 years as a sales woman by Reading-Berks AAA, retiring in 1993. She was the top sales woman and recipient of the President's Award of the Reading-Berks AAA. Stover was a member of the First Reformed Church, Wernersville. She was a life member of the Green Valley Country Club, Lower Heidelberg Township. Stover was a 1938 graduate of Wernersville High School and McCann's Business School, Reading. Surviving are two nieces. Services will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in the Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Heidelberg Cemetery, Heidelberg Township.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 30, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stoyer, Catharine Ann

Stoyer - in Centre Port, January 27th, Catharine Ann, wife of Henry Stoyer, aged 19 yrs.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 18, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Stoyer, Harold

Among the local survivors of Harold Stoyer, 81, of Gibraltar, who died June 2 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since May 29, is a stepson, Glenn J. Strunk, Bernville.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, June 11, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stoyer, Harold

Services were held for Harold A. "Pop" Stoyer, 81, of Albert Street, Gibraltar, who died June 2 in the Reading Hospital. He was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth M. (Woomert) Stoyer, in 1995. Stoyer was fire chief of the Gibraltar Fire Company from 1964 to 1977. He was employed for 50 years as a sign painter by Roy Klein Signs, Reading, retiring in 1986. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Stoyer was a member of the Pennsylvania Wheelmans Association, where he was known as Speed Stoyer. Surviving are two sons, Walter L. Stoyer, Gibraltar, and Jack L. Strunk, Fritztown; a step-daughter, Barbara A. (Strunk) Whalen, Gibraltar; and one stepson, Glenn J. Strunk, Bernville. Other survivors include two brothers; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Burial was in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Township. The Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Shillington, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, June 11, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Strain, Elizabeth P.

The service and burial was private for Elizabeth P. Strain, 85, formerly of Beverly Hills, Fla., who died February 26 in the Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where she had resided since 2001. Her husband, Louis N. Strain, died in 1994. She was born in Pittsburgh. Surviving are a daughter, Pamela (Strain) Carruthers, Exeter Township; and a son, Thomas L., Eatontown, N.J. Other survivors include a sister and a grandchild. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, was in charge of the arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, March 3, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stranix, Ronald C.

A funeral Mass was celebrated for Ronald C. Stranix, 65, husband of Joan Stranix, of Millsboro, Del., formerly of Douglassville, who died March 9 in Beebe Medical Center in Lewes, Del. Born in Philadelphia, he retired in 2000 from Calbar Inc. in Philadelphia and moved to Delaware. He served in the Navy and in the Army's 101st Airborne Division. Stranix was a member of Mary Mother of Peace Catholic Church in Oak Orchard, Del. He was a former member of the Spring-Ford Country Club in Royersford. Also, he was a member of the Shawnee Country Club of Milford, Del., and the color guard of American Legion Post 28 of Oak Orchard, Del. Also a former board member of the ICRI Association. Surviving in addition to his wife of 14 years are two sons, Michael Stranix of New Jersey and Ronald Stranix Jr. of Pennsylvania; a stepson, Joe Kroliski of Ohio. Also two brothers and six grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Home of Brave Foundation, 6632 Sharps Road, Milford, DE 19963. The arrangements were handled by the Melson Funeral Services of Long Neck, Del.

[Source: Southern Berks News, March 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Strasser, Israel K.

Israel K. Strasser, of Fleetwood, died last Thursday at the home of his daughter at Fleetwood, aged eighty years. He left one son and four daughters: Dr. Thos. Strasser, of Reading; Mrs. Sallie Messersmith and Mrs. Nathan Schaeffer, of Fleetwood; Mrs. Josiah Koch, of Reading, and Mrs. Levi S. Mabry, of Mertztown. One sister, Mrs. Abbie Butz, of Allentown, and two half-sisters, Mrs. Daniel Kutz and Mrs. Harry Scheidt, of Kutztown, also survive. Deceased was a saddler by trade and durin gthe war worked for the Government at Washington. His funeral was held Monday forenoon, Rev. Dr. S. L. Harkey officiating. Dr. Robert E. Strasser, of town, is a grandson of deceased.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, June 10, 1897, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strasser, Sallie (nee Eck)

Mrs. Sallie Strasser, wife of Daniel Strasser, died Sunday evening at Schweyer's. The following children survive: Miss Rosa, of Allentown; Mrs. Charles Moats, of Breinigsville; John, of Stettlersville; Sylvester, of Orefield, and Victor, Harry and Morris, at home. Deceased leaves a father and the following brothers and sisters: George Eck, of Reading; Charles Eck, of Hancock; Thomas Eck, of Longswamp; David Eck, of Reading; Frank Eck, of near Emaus; Joe Eck, of Henningsville; William Eck, of Mertztown; Mrs. Frank Druckenmiller and Mrs. Mary Druckenmiller, both of Mertztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 27, 1904, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strause, Emanuel S.

Emanuel S. Strause, of West Leesport, Bucks (sic) county, father of Mrs. Norman L. C. Troxell, died at noon yesterday from a stroke of apoplexy. He was 65 years old on January 10 last. He will be buried next Thursday at 9.30 a.m. at Epler's Church, Berks county.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 24, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strause, John

Strause - In Jefferson, April 7th, John Strause, son of Casper and Elizabeth Strause, aged 95 years, 4 months and 5 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 22, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Strause, Percival B.

In Bernville, on the 17th last., Percival B Strause, aged 75 years, 4 months and 29 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, at Bernville, on Tuesday, January 22 at 10 a.m. at the house. Services in St. Thomas’ Church, Interment in Haag’s Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 19, 1918. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Strauss, Annie E. (nee Bast)

Mrs. Annie E. Strauss died suddenly at her home in Reading yesterday. The funeral will take place from her late home, 207 Douglass street, Reading, on Saturday afternoon, May 6, at 2 o'clock. Services will be held at the house. Burial in the Charles Evans Cemetery. She is survived by two children, Daisy Keim, of Reading; Warren B. Keim, of Harrisburg; two brothers, D. F. Bast and E. C. Bast, of Allentown; two sisters, Miss Lillian Bast, of Bethlehem, and Mrs. May J. Umbentower, of Baltimore. The deceased was well known in Bethlehem.

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

Strauss, Ida K.

Mrs. Ida K. Strauss, 102 E. Walnut St., Macungie, died in her home Saturday. Mrs. Strauss, 75, had been ill for the past 11 weeks. She was born in Longswamp Twsp., Berks County, a daughter of the late Daniel and Hannah (Klein) Meck. She moved to Macungie 40 years ago. Mrs. Strauss' first husband, Franklin Hausman, died 54 years ago. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church at Mickleys. Surviving are her husband, Peter W. Strauss Sr.; five sons, Clarence Hausman, at home; Henry Strauss, Macungie, Earl Strauss, Emmaus, Peter Strauss Jr., Barto, and Willard Strauss, Macungie R. 1. There are four daughters, Mrs. John Brensinger, Topton, Mrs. Lizzie Marstellar and Mrs. Lester Gery, both of Macungie, and Mrs. John P. Fritch, Mertztown; two brothers, Oswin Meck, Topton, and Daniel Meck, Alburtis R. 1; 17 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Four brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville, with interment in Mickleys cemetery. Viewing will be Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 29, 1959, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strauss, James Franklin

James Franklin Strauss, Reading shoemaker and brother of Peter Strauss of Macungie, Call-Chronicle employee, died at his home in Reading Sunday. He was 59 years old. Born in Lehigh county, he was the son of the late Henry and Emma, nee Kratzer, Strauss. Surviving are his widow, Etoila, nee Berger, Strauss; two children, James and Catherine Strauss of Reading; three brothers: Edwin and Peter Strauss of Macungie, and Chester Strauss of West Catasauqua, and a sister, Mrs. H. D. Fegler of Macungie. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the Gibson funeral home in Reading. Interment will be made at the convenience of the family.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 13, 1944, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strauss, Joseph

Joseph Strauss, son of John and Catharine (Zerbe) Strauss, was born March 11, 1830, in Tulpehocken township; baptized April 11, 1830; confirmed in Zion's, Strausstown. He was married by Rev. J. M. Ditzler on November 12, 1853, to Kitty Ann Himmelberger, which union was blessed with two sons and two daughters. He died April 3, 1905, aged 75y22d, survived by his widow and four children.

[Source: Womelsdorf Parish Records. Submitted by Kathy.]

Strauss, Maria M.

Strauss - In Strausstown, Pa., on Sunday morning, the 23d instant, Maria M., wife of Solomon Strauss, aged 61 years, 8 months and 24 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, July 29, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Strauss, Sarah (nee Loeb)

Strauss - In Penn, December 3d, Sarah Strauss, widow of Joseph Strauss, and daughter of John and Margaretha Loeb, aged 80 years and 11 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, December 14, 1872. Submitted by Kathy.]

Strauss, Susanna

Strauss - In Upper Tulpehoccon, April 9th, Susanna, daughter of Jacob and Barbara Strauss, aged 63 years, 4 months and 11 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 17, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]

Strausser, Alberta (nee Hafer)

Mrs Alberta (Hafer) Strausser died at the home of her father, William C. Hafer, 128 Raymond street, Hyde Park, aged 39 years. She was a member of Grace (Alsace) Reformed Church. Surviving besides her father are a son, Melvin, at home, two brothers, Lester W. of Mohrsville, and Victor W., at home, and two sisters, Consula, at home, and Ardella, wife of John Vogel, this city. Funeral Saturday at 2 p.m. from the home. Further services in Grace (Alsace) Church with the Rev. J.M. Mengel officiating. Interment in Belleman's Cemetery, with the Lamm Funeral Home, Wernersville, in charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 1939, p. 18. Submitted by: Judy.]

Strausser, Daniel

The remains of Daniel Strausser, of Kutztown R. No. 2, were laid at rest on Tuesday afternoon at Longswamp church. He was a son of Eli Strausser and wife Fietta, nee Folk, and was born in Windsor Twp., Berks Co. In 1873 he was joined in marriage to Sarah Eck by the Rev. D. K. Humbert. Of ten children, two daughters survive: Ida, widow of Charles Moatz, of Trexlertown, with whom he made his home for some time; and Rosa, wife of Irvin Kauffman, of Allentown. There remain also two sisters, Lovina, wife of Daniel Arndt, of Kutztown R. 2; and Catherine, wife of Levi Miller, of Allentown; a step-brother, George Wm. Wagner, of Fogelsville, and a step-sister, Mary Wagner, wife of Wm. Keiser.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 20, 1921, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strausser, Irene M.

Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Irene M. Strausser, 81, who died Feb. 4 in her Old Route 22, Windsor Township residence. Burial was in Zion's Cemetery, Perry Township. She was predeceased by her husband, Elmer S. Strausser, who died March 25, 1993. Born in Windsor Township, she was a daughter of the late Daniel O. and Eva A. (Rausch) Mengel. She was a member of Zion's United Church of Christ, Perry Township. Surviving is a son, Ronald E. Strausser, Windsor Township; two grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. Other survivors include a brother, Arlan C. Mengel, Edenburg.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, February 12, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Strausser, Sadie V. (nee Zwiezig)

Mrs. Sadie V. Strausser, 64, wife of Alfred Strausser, died at her home along Kempton R. 2 Saturday. She was the daughter of the late James and Sarah Zwiezig. Surviving besides her husband are four daughters, Eva, Kempton R. 2; Elsie, Auburn R. 1; Marguerite, wife of George Haller, Auburn R.D., and Helen, wife of Merle Brensinger, Auburn. There also is one son, Elmer, Auburn R. 1, 38 grandchildren and one great grandchild, and two brothers, Charles and William, both of Schuylkill Haven. Services will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Strump & Weber Funeral Home, Kempton.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, December 16, 1956, page 59. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stremba, George J.

Funeral services were held for George J. Stremba, 55, who died in his residence on Mill Road, Caernarvon Township. He was the husband of Eileen (Chisholm) Stremba. Stremba and his wife were the owners and operators of Mill Road Antiques. Born in Reading, he was a son of Mary C. (Bonanno) Stremba, Birdsboro and the late William R. Stremba. Stremba was employed by Burkey Construction Co., Reading, and was a self-employed construction manager; he was a construction manager for Penske Corp., Reading, and was a self-employed construction manager. He was a 1966 graduate of Twin Valley High School. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by two brothers, Lee, New York City, and Joseph, Birdsboro. Burial was in Honey Brook Methodist Cemetery. The Labs Funeral Home Inc., Honey Brook, handled the arrangements.

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

Strichler, Salome

On the 22d ult., in Lower Heidelberg, Salome Strichler, aged 68 years, 11 months and 13 days.

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

Stricker, Charles A.

Charles A. Stricker, 56, of 206 S. Morwood Ave., West Wyomissing, Berks County, died Monday in ManorCare, Sinking Spring, after a lengthy illness. He lived at ManorCare since Jan. 12, 2000. Born in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Charles and Ellen Costas Stricker. He was a 1966 graduate of Pottsville High School and a 1968 graduate of the former Industrial Management Institute, Reading. He was a draftsman for 25 years at Carpenter Steel, where he last worked in June 1998. He was a member of St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, Whitfield. Surviving is his wife, the former Sharyn J. Krzyzanowski; a son, David C., Reading; two daughters, Amy M. Schneider, Colorado Springs, Colo., and Karin E., Seattle, Wash.; a sister, Mary Ellen Mancini, Port Carbon. Memorial services will be held 7:30 p.m. Thursday from Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., West Reading. Interment will be private.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, May 22, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Stricker, Matilda

Stricker - In Marion, December 27th, 1875, Matilda Stricker, daughter of Henry and Eva Werner of Wernersville, and wife of John Adam Stricker, aged 34 years, 4 months and 28 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 8, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Strickler, Esther M.

Services were held in the Hill Funeral Home, Rehrersburg, for Esther M. Strickler, 95, Lebanon, who died Feb. 16 in Spang Crest Manor, Lebanon County, where she had resided one month. Burial was in Altalaha Church Cemetery, Rehrersburg. She was predeceased by her husband, Warren A. Strickler, who died Jan. 13, 1987. Born in Bethel Township, she was a daughter of the late Lewis E. and Mary E. (Neiswender) Henninger. She was a graduate of Bethel High School and Kutztown Normal School. Strickler was a teacher in a one-room schoolhouse in Bethel Township for three years. She was the first president of the Blue Mountain 50 Plus Club, Bethel, and was a charter member of the Farm Women's Group of Berks County and the Community Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary, Frystown. Strickler was a member of Altalaha Lutheran Church, Rehrersburg. Surviving are a son, Warren J. Strickler, New Oxford, Adams County; a daughter, Doris J. (Strickler) Dengler, Lebanon; five grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

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

Stripe Jr., Norman W.

Among the local survivors of Norman W. Stripe Jr., 46, formerly of Orwigsburg, Schuylkill County, who died of natural causes June 20 in Shenandoah Manor Nursing Center, Shenandoah, Schuylkill County, where he had resided for several months, is a son, Nicholas D. Stripe, Hamburg, and two sisters, Deborah L. (Stripe) Hartline, Shoemakersville, and Susan D. (Stripe) Kofchock, Hamburg.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, June 25 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stroble, Emma

In this city, on the 16th inst., Emma wife of Harry H Stroble, aged 53 years, 3 months and 3 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, 434 North 5th St, on Monday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 19, 1918. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Strock, Mary Catherine

Services were held for Mary Catherine "Granny" (Hawk) Strock, 90, of North Chestnut Street, Elverson, who died December 2 in her home. She was the widow of Harry B. Strock Sr. Born in Beartown, Lancaster County, she was a homemaker. Surviving are two sons, Harry B. Strock Jr., with whom she lived, and Paul Strock of Bel Air, Md.; two daughters, Grace Miller of Boyertown and Eslie Kocher of Quimby, Maine; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a brother and a sister. Contributions may be made to the Elverson Fire Co., P.O. Box 181, Elverson, PA 19520. Burial was in Caernarvon Cemetery, Morgantown. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, handled the arrangements.

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

Strock Jr., Walter

Walter Strock Jr., 74, Birdsboro, died of natural causes May 26 in Reading Hospital. Born in Geigertown, he was a son of the late Walter Sr. and Caroline Ann (McMullen) Strock. Strock had been employed as a maintenance worker for various area companies and contractors throughout his career. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Strock is survived by several nieces and nephews. Services will be private. Burial will be in St. Paul's United Methodist Cemetery, Geigertown. Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, May 28, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Strohecker, Maria Viola

Strohecker--In this city, on the 6th inst., Maria Viola, daughter of Jacob T and Lavina Strohecker, aged 2 years, 2 months and 2 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of the parents, 1627 Moss street., on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Internment at Alsace church.

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

Strohl, Mary

STROHL, Mrs. Mary, widow of Robert N. Strohl, was born in Hull, Mass., Sept. 6, 1891, and died in Reading, Pa., on December 7, 1944, at the age of 53 years, 4 months, and 1 day. For some years she was an invalid and therefore was confined to her bed for a long time. She is survived by one son, Robert, three daughters, Mrs. Vesta Frees, Roma Strohl and Shirley Strohl; two brothers and two sisters. Services were conducted by the writer in the Miller Funeral Home, Reading, Pa., Monday, December 11. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. The Lord will comfort the sorrowing. __H. A. Gerhart

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

Stroop, Marion

Services were held for Marion (Hodge) Stroop, 82, of Douglassville, formerly of Limerick, who died August 8 in her home. She was the widow of Howard H. Stroop. She was born in Philadelphia and for 27 years she worked as a machinist at Superior Tube Co. in Collegeville, retiring in 1974. A member of the Pottstown Church of the Nazarene, she was active in church activities and frequently worked in the church's soup kitchen. Stroop is survived by two sons, Donald G. Stroop and Dennis W. Stroop, both of Pottstown; four daughters, Barbara J. Haberle of Boyertown, Edwinna C. Gass, with whom Mrs. Stroop lived, Carol L. Tokarski of Limerick and Mildred A. Cichocki of Boyertown. Also three brothers; one sister; 18 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Pottstown Church of the Nazarene, Beech and Morris Streets, Pottstown, PA 19464. Burial was in Limerick Garden of Memories. The arrangements were handled by the Shalkop-Grace Funeral Home, Spring City.

[Source: Southern Berks News, August 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Strouse, Elizabeth (nee Meck)

Strouse - In Bethel, December 3d, Elizabeth Strouse, daughter of Benjamin and Elizabeth Meck, and wife of Joel Strouse, aged 36 years, 2 months and 22 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, December 26, 1874 Submitted by Kathy.]

Strouse, John

John Strouse, aged 67 years, died of a complication of diseases at 2 a.m., Sunday, at his residence, 140 Franklin. He was in ill health for about a year and confined to bed most of that time. Deceased was born at Catawissa and was the son of John and Elizabeth Strouse, both deceased. Upon reaching his majority, Mr. Strouse came to Reading and he was for 20 years foreman of Mellert's pipe foundry. After living retired for about five years, he became City Pipe Inspector and he held this position up to the time of his illness. Mr. Strouse was one of the stockholders of the Reading Stove Company and one of the directors of the Schuylkill Valley Building Association. He took an interest in politics and was Common Councilman from the 5th ward for four terms. He was a member of St. Peter's M.E. Church. Besides his widow, Sarah Amanda, he leaves three children, Daniel H., Wesley A. and Mrs. William Cole, all of Reading. He is survived by two brothers, Daniel, of Royersford, and Jacob Strouse, of Catawissa, together with a sister, Mrs. Rachel McCord, of Catawissa.

[Source: Reading Eagle, May 22, 1899, page 2. Submitted by Marcia.]

Strouse, Melvin W.

A memorial service will be held December 28 for Melvin W. Strouse, 91, of Bordic Road, Exeter Township, who died December 15 in Bevery Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Exeter Township, where he had resided for 3-1/2 years. He was the husband of Mildred Y. (Yeich) Strouse. Born in Reading, Strouse was employed for 24 years as a car repairman by the Reading Co., retiring in 1972. He was a member of the Oak Parkway Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses, Exeter Township. Strouse is also survived by a son, Frederick I., Centre Township; four grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. The memorial service will be at 1:30 p.m. on December 28 in Oak Parkway Kingdom Hall. The Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, December 25, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Strouse, Samuel

Strouse - In Upper Bern, on November 12th, Samuel Strouse, son of Samuel and Elizabeth Strouse and husband of Catharine Shoemaker, aged 47 years, 3 months and 25 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, December 8, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]

Strunk, Catharine

STRUNK - In this city on the 2d inst., Catharine Strunk, aged 67 years 8 months and 21 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her brtoerh, John M. Strunk, 441 Woodward St. on Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

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

Strunk, Catherine E.

A memorial service will be held for Catherine E. (Henry) Strunk, 86, widow of George Strunk of Spruce Street, Pottstown, who died July 23 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Birdsboro, she was a 1935 graduate of Birdsboro High School. Strunk was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Pottstown. She was a charter member of the Birdsboro Women's Club. Surviving are a son, David Strunk of Pottstown; a daughter, Betty Stark of Barto. Also two sisters, Jane Leininger and Helen Romig, both of Birdsboro; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters. Contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 660 N. Charlotte St., Pottstown. A memorial service will be Saturday, August 30 at 11 a.m. in Grace Lutheran Church, with Pastor Edward R. Kropa officiating. Burial will be private. The arrangements are being handled by the Catagnus Funeral Home, Pottstown.

[Source: Southern Berks News, July 30, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Strunk, Daniel H.

Suffering a heart attack on Sunday night, Daniel H. Strunk, a well known and esteemed resident of Hereford, where for many years he was engaged in the butchering business, died there at his home early yesterday morning. He was aged 66 years, 8 months and 20 days. Besides his widow, Ida, nee Miller, he is survived by two daughters, Mrs. William Pierson, Reading, and Mrs. Paul Mohr, Emaus; five sons, Howard, Topton; Ammon, Dewey and Harold, Hereford, and Herbert, Reading, and two sisters, Mrs. John Frederick, Reading, and Mrs. Albert Yost, Philadelphia. He was a faithful member of the Old Zionsville Lutheran church, and for many years had taken an active and prominent part in the affairs of the congregation. The funeral will be held from his late residence at Hereford on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock. Brief services will be held at the house, followed by further services in the Old Zionsville Lutheran church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 9, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strunk, H. Howard

H. Howard Strunk, well known Topton resident, died yesterday at his home, 40 W. Franklin St. A charter member of the Topton Rotary Club, he also was head of the investigating committee of the Topton Building and Loan Co., and a member of the Topton-Longswamp Chamber of Commerce. He was secretary of the Fraternal Patriotic Order of American, and was a member of the Order of Railroad Telegraphers with the Reading Co. He was affiliated with Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton, and was a member of the church council there for a number of years. Born in Rockland Township, he was a son of the late Daniel and Ida Miller Strunk. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Gertrude Keller Strunk, and a son, Reynold, Morrisville. One grandchild also survives, as well as four brothers, Ammond and Dewey, Hereford; Herbert, Reading, and Harold, Pennsburg, and two sisters, Helen, wife of Paul Mohr, Pennsburg, and Gertrude, wife of William Piersol, Fleetwood.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 23, 1954, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strunk, Herbert F.

Herbert F. Strunk, former resident of Emmaus, died unexpectedly yesterday at his home at 128 W. Douglass St., Reading. He was 67. Born in Hereford Township, a son of the late Daniel H. and Ira A. (Miller) Strunk, he was a realtor until his retirement in 1953. He was council president and chief usher of St. Paul’s Evangelical and Reformed Church, Reading, for 50 years, and a member of the Reading Real Estate Board and the National Assn. Of Retired and Veteran Railway Employes. Surviving with his wife, Mrs. Emma W. (Moyer) Strunk, are a daughter, Ellen H. Kleinspehn, Reading; a son, the Rev. Luther J. Lawver, Roxborough; three grandchildren; two sisters, Helen S., wife of Paul Mohr, Pennsburg, and Gertrude M., wife of William Piersol, Fleetwood, and three brothers, Amon D. and O. Dewey, Hereford, and Harold C., Palm. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday at the T. C. Auman Funeral Home, 247 Penn St., Reading.

Death Notice (p. 9): Age at death = 67; Buried, Laureldale Cemetery, Reading

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 21, 1957, page 49. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strunk, Hettie L. (nee Gery)

Mrs. Hettie L. (Gery) Strunk, wife of John D. Strunk, died Wednesday at her home in Huffs Church, Barto R. 1, after an illness of a year. She was 70. She was a daughter of the late Milton W. and Mary Ann (Ziegler) Gery and was a member of Huffs Evangelical and Reformed Church and its Ladies Aid Society. Besides her husband, she is survived by three daughters, Eva M., wife of Paul H. Moser, Boyertown; Jennie, wife of Pierrie Krause, Green Lane; and Arlene C., wife of Clarence Nicholas, Huffs Church; a son, Aaron L. Strunk, Emmaus; and 13 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Huffs E-R Church.

Death Notice (p. 7): Age at death = 70; Buried, Hertzog Cemetery, Huffs Church

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 11, 1955, page 42. Submitted by Jerri.]

Strunk, Mary

Strunk - In Reading, March 15th, Mrs. Mary Strunk, wife of Daniel Strunk, in the 64th year of her age.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 18, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Strunk, Minnie E.

Services were held in Longswamp United Church of Christ, Mertztown, for Minnie E. Strunk, of Clay Road, Longswamp Township, who died May 14 shortly after arriving at Mosser Nursing Home, Trexlertown. Burial was in Rauch-Hertzog Cemetery at Huffs Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Aaron L. Strunk, who died in 1983. Born in Macungie, Lehigh County, she was a daughter of the late Herbert S. and Eva L. (Lamp) Miller. Until retiring in 1981, she was employed as a housekeeper in the Allentown area for many years. She was previously employed as a sewing machine operator by Johmar Manufacturing Co., Alburtis and by Allison Co., Allentown and the Kutztown Shirt Factory. Strunk was a member of Longswamp UCC. Surviving are Leroy C. Bauman, with whom she resided; two daughters, Barbara A. (Strunk) Eck, Mertztown, and Bernice R. (Strunk) Bauer, Alburtis; and two sons, Willard R. Strunk, Mertztown, and Harold C.J. Strunk, Macungie. There are also 14 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two brothers, Kenneth N. Miller, Slatington, Lehigh County, and Harvey W. Miller, Mertztown; and three sisters: Lorraine (Miller) Moyer, Bethel; Shirley (Miller) Kutz, Wyomissing; and Lurea (Miller) Reichard, Mertztown. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, May 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Strunk, Peter J.

Peter J. Strunk, a Tulpehocken Township official, died of natural causes June 27 at 7:20 p.m. in his residence in Tulpehocken Township. Strunk, 57, was the husband of Kathleen A. (Galczynski) Strunk. He was vice chairman of the Tulpehocken Township Zoning-Hearing Board. Born in West Reading, he was a son of Peter J.R. Strunk, Birdsboro, and the late Mary (Wesner) Strunk. Strunk was employed for 30 years by American Bank, retiring as vice president for Meridian Bank Corp. He was a 1966 graduate of Fleetwood High School and a 1973 graduate of the Central Atlantic School of Banking at Bucknell University, Lewisburg, Union County. An Army veteran of the Vietnam War, Strunk received the Bronze Star. He is also survived by a daughter, Rachel K. Strunk, at home. Other survivors include a brother, Mickey, Mohrsville; and two sisters, Patricia (Strunk) Foose, Bethel, and Judy (Strunk) Shaeffer, Coral Springs, Fla. Services will be Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Hetrick Funeral Home, Womelsdorf. Burial will be in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Lebanon County.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 30, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stuart, Merle M.

A memorial service and private burial was held for Merle M. (Dierolf) Stuart, 98, in Beverly, MA, who died April 3. She was the widow of Streeter Stuart, who was a Boston WBZ radio and television newsman. Born in Reading, she spent most of her early years in Bechtelsville and Boyertown. She was employed for several years at the former Bally Ribbon Mills. Stuart attended Anderson University in Indiana. She was a leader in women's activities and church projects, she taught classes and coordinated inter-faith prayer meetings in the Boston Area. In 1979, she and her husband, assisted by their daughter, opened the Belmont Nutrition Center. She was also the founder of the Boston Orthomolecular Society. Surviving are two sons, the Rev. Dr. Streeter S. Stuart, Jr. of Lansdale; and the Rev. Dr. Douglas Stuart of Boston, MA and a daughter, Tuyla M. Stuart of Danvers, MA. Also, a sister, ten grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and several nieces & nephews. The memorial service was held at First Church, Congregational of Boxford, MA.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, April 10, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stubb, James Monroe

Stubb - In Bethel, September 19th, James Monroe, son of William and Rebecca Stubb, aged 4 months and 22 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 9, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]

Stubb, Michael

Stubb -- In Host, August 25th, Michael Stubb, son of Adam and Elizabeth Stubb, aged 76 years, 9 months and 9 days.

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

Stubb, Samuel

Stubb- In Rehrersburg, January 17th, Samuel Stubb, husband of Mary Schoener, aged 66 years, 11 months and 23 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 19, 1876. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Stubbens, Mrs. Charles

Albert Sauppe, 214 South 11th, received word of the death of a relative, Mrs. Charles Stubbens, of York, aged 69 years. She is survived by her husband and 3 children.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 5, 1903. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Stuber, Mary A.

Mary A. Stuber, 84, formerly of Cumru Township, died Aug. 29 in the Evangelical Congregational Church Retirement Village, Myerstown. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Martha (Evans) Wollyung. Stuber was a member of Christ (Yocum's) Lutheran Church, Grill. Surviving is a daughter, Wileen Reber, Temple. Other survivors include two grandchildren, a stepgrandchild and a great-grandson. Graveside services will be Friday at 10 a.m. in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, Lancaster County, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 31, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stufflet, Estella M.

Mrs. Estella M. Stufflet, 88, of Cedarbrook, Allentown R. 2, formerly of Fogelsville, died Wednesday in the nursing home. She was the widow of Robert B. Stufflet. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Emma (Herman) Hilbert. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Fogelsville. Surviving are two sons, Stanley of Allentown and Sterling of Trexlertown; a daughter Myrtle, wife of Robert Dilliard of Northampton; a brother Fred of Coplay; 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. The Gilbert F. Keller and Son Funeral Home, Fogelsville, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 5, 1979, page D-2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stufflet, John

John Stufflet, of Oreville, died of an affection of the heart and lungs and dropsy. Deceased was a veteran of the Civil War, having been a member of the Ninety-third Regiment, P.V. He was 57 years old and is survived by his aged father, John Stufflet, of near Pricetown, and six children, all at home, John, Annie, George, Katie, Alice and Emma. He was married to Ellen, nee Eck, who preceded him in death about nine years. Funeral Thursday with services and interment at Maxatawny Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 9, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stufflet, John R.

Sgt. John R. Stufflet, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Stufflet, 10 E. Main St., Kutztown, was killed near Bologne, Italy, March 11, 1945, while serving with the 168th infantry. The 30-year-old infantryman was a graduate of Kutztown High school and had attended Kutztown State Teachers college. Prior to entering the service he was employed by the Proctor Construction Co. Surviving besides his parents are two sisters, Mrs. Adam Fabian and Mrs. Lawrence Youst, both of Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 9, 1948, pages 22 and 23. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stufflet, John W.

John W. Stufflet, 40 Franklin St., Alburtis, died at 4:30 o’clock yesterday afternoon at the Allentown hospital, where he had been a patient since Tuesday. He was aged 61 years, 1 month and 20 days. Mr. Stufflet had been in ailing health for the past year and was confined to his home for six months prior to entering the hospital. In his younger days he was employed at the blast furnace at Alburtis and later he worked at the Macungie foundry. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of the Mertztown church and was affiliated with the Alburtis club. He was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of John and Ellen, nee Eck, Stufflet. Surviving Mr. Stufflet are his wife, Ida, nee Miller, Stufflet, and the following children: George A., Alburtis; LeRoy, stationed at Fredericksburg, Va., with the U.S. Army; John, at home; Mrs. John Stufflet, Fogelsville; Mrs. Russell Wetzel, Allentown; Mrs. Peter Bauman, and Mrs. Roland Meitzler, both of Alburtis. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, a brother, George Stufflet, Bowers; and three sisters, Mrs. Frank Barto, Topton; Mrs. William Reifinger and Mrs. Emma Kemp, both of Ringtown. The funeral will be held at 1:30 o’clock Sunday at his late home, with continued services in the Mertztown church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. William Dry will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 15, 1942, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stufflet, Maude O.

Services were private for Maude O. Stufflet, 104, formerly of South 18-1/2 Street, who died May 6 in Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where she had resided since 1987. She was the wife of Harry S. Stufflet, who died in 1962. Stufflet was born in Exeter Township. She was a member of Schwarzwald Lutheran Church, Jacksonwald. Stufflet is survived by a son, Edwin A. Stufflet, Mount Penn. Other survivors include a sister; two grandsons, two stepgreat-grandchildren and one stepgreat-great granddaughter. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, was in charge of the arrangements.

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

Stufflet, Melvin L.

Services were held in Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple for Melvin L. Stufflet of Blandon. He died of natural causes March 19 in his residence. Burial will be in Maidencreek Cemetery, Born in Maidencreek Township, he was a son of Leon F. Stufflet, with whom he last resided, and the late Helen U. (Kemmerer) Stufflet. Stufflet was previously employed as a bottler by Premium Beverage Packing, Wyomissing, retiring in 1995. Also surviving are two sons, Michael D., Macungie, Lehigh County, and Mark A., Reading. There are six grandchildren.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 24, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stufflet, William C.

William C. Stufflet of Trexlertown, a foreman for 45 years at the Fogelsville plant of Lehigh Portland Cement Co., before retiring, died at home yesterday. He was 69. Stufflet was named a foreman soon after joining the firm and retired four years ago. Active in American Legion programs, he was a past commander of Topton's Ray A. Masters Post 217. He had served in World War I. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Fogelsville. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Jacob and Laura (Schadler) Stufflet. Surviving with his widow, Bessie (Reinert) Stufflet, are a stepson, Earl Folk of Allentown, two stepdaughters, Viola, wife of Woodrow Neff of Wescosville R. 1, and Lena, wife of Willard Hilbert of Allentown R. 3; a grandson; three brothers, Mahlon of Coplay, and Fred and John, both of Fogelsville; two sisters, Mrs. Annie Keck of Macungie, and Mrs. Maude Fritz of Philadelphia. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the Keller Funeral Home in Fogelsville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 13, 1960, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stulpin, Stanley J.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Stanley J. Stulpin, of Valley Road, Longswamp Township, who died Feb. 27 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where he had been a patient one week. Inurnment was in Huff's Church Union Cemetery, Hereford Township. He was the husband of Clarice M. (Burley) Stulpin. Born in Barto, he was a son of the late Konstantin and Mary (Buderick) Stulpin. Until retiring in 1990 as a sheet-metal foreman and mechanic, he was employed by Warren Ehret Link Co., Allentown, for 42 years. He was previously employed by General Oil Burner Co., Allentown and Caloric Corp., Topton. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Mertztown. Stulpin was an Army veteran. Also surviving are a son, Scott J. Stulpin, Allentown, and a granddaughter. Other survivors include two sisters, Helen (Stulpin) Grill and Mary (Stulpin) Kern, both of Bally.

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

Stumhofer, Ray E.

Ray E. Stumhofer, 71, of West Brunswick Township, died Tuesday at Pottsville Hospital, where he had been admitted Monday night. Born in Oley Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Edward H. and Annie E. Auman Stumhofer. He was employed for 27 years in the hot mill by Carpenter Technology Corp., Reading, retiring in 1992. He was a member of Friedens United Church of Christ, Oley, and Pike Township Sportsmen's Association. Surviving are his wife, the former Nancy C. Kolbe; a son, Jason A., RD1 Orwigsburg; two sisters, Arlene Youse, Boyertown, and Ruth Harpel, Perkiomenville. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday from Daniel R. Christ Funeral Home, Oley. Interment will be in Kimmel's Church Cemetery, Orwigsburg.

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

Stump, Anna L. (nee Wisser)

Funeral services will be held on Saturday for Mrs. Anna L. Stump, wife of Herbert L. Stump of 405 W. Main St., Kutztown, who died at her home on Monday at the age of 54 years after a six-month illness. Services will be held at her late home at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, with continued services in the Friedens Lutheran church, Stony Run, of which she was a member. Rev. Ira W. Klick will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. She was a daughter of the late Franklin and Ellen, nee Baucher, Wisser. Surviving besides her husband are three sons, Herbert, Melvin and Kenneth, of Kutztown; three daughters, Elsie, wife of Clayton Frey, of Macungie R. 1; Roma e. and Shirley A., at home; seven grandchildren; three brothers, Herbert of Lenhartsville; Scott of Kempton R. 1; Irvin of Virginville; and seven sisters: Ada, wife of Edwin Kunkle; Martha, wife of Francis Kunkle; and Minnie, wife of Thomas Bailey, all of Kutztown; Luella, wife of Leroy Hess, reading; Gertie, wife of Floyd Gehringer; and Florence, wife of Miles Schroeder, Lenhartsville R. 1; Herma, wife of George Meitzler, Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 15, 1946, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Catharine Amanda

Stump - In Heidelberg, April 21st, Catharine Amanda, daughter of John and Amelia Stump, aged 3 years, 5 months and 20 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 06, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Stump, Catherine (nee Leibensperger)

Catherine Stump, widow of John K. Stump, of 111 Noble street, Kutztown, died yesterday at the home of her son, Calvin S. Stump, Maxatawny, while on a visit. Mrs. Stump was taken ill a week ago at her son's home while paying a call. She was 75 years of age and her death was due to ills due to her advanced years. She is survived by five children: Calvin S. Stump, of Maxatawny; Rev. Alfred M. Stump of New Castle; Jacob H. Stump, Hummelstown; Clara M., wife of Charles Fritz, and James W. Stump, of Fleetwood; two brothers, Alfred Leibensperger, of Stony Run, and Franklin D. Leibensperger, of Kutztown R.D. No. 1. Fourteen grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held from the home of her son at Maxatawny on Thursday at 1.30 p.m. Services in Maxatawny Zion church at 2 p.m. Rev. W. S. Dry, Lutheran pastor, will officiate. Interment in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 6, 1929, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Clara E. (nee Schaefer)

Mrs. Clara E. Stump, 68, wife of William M. Stump, died early Saturday at her home in Maxatawny. She was a daughter of the late Oscar and Sevilla (Reichard) Schaefer, and was a native of Longswamp Township, Berks County. Mrs. Stump was a member of the United Church of Christ of the Maxatawny-Zion Union Church. Surviving besides her husband are a son Kenneth, at home, a daughter, Mrs. Germaine Waltz, Reading, and a granddaughter. Funeral services will be at the convenience of the family in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Interment will be in the Maxatawny Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 1, 1961, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Craig Richard

Craig Richard Stump, 41, of Richlandtown, formerly of Trumbauersville, died Monday, Nov. 11, 2002 in his home. A memorial service was held Nov. 16. Born in Quakertown, he was the son of Richard E. and Ruth Ann (Steiner) Stump. He was last employed as a plant operator for Prax-Air in Hatfield. He was a past member of the Trumbauersville Fire Co. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Trumbauersville. In addition to his parents, he is survived by: one brother, Christopher T. of Gurnee, Ill.; one sister, Ann Marie Stump of Trumbauersville. Memorial contributions may be made to the church memorial fund. Arrangements: C.R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., Quakertown.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stump, Daniel

Daniel Stump of near Grimsville, Berks county, died on Saturday night of heart trouble and old age, aged 78 years. He left three sons and three daughters --- W. D. Stump, of Ziegel's Church; W. M. Stump, of Cetronia; Fred A. Stump, of Steinsville; Mrs. D. W. Benedict, of Seiberlingsville; Mrs. Albert Sittler, at home; and Mrs. Richmond Kistler, of Grimsville.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, December 21, 1904, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Edna M.

Services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Edna M. Stump, formerly of Long Road, Albany Township, who died Jan. 6 in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had resided since Jan. 1998. Burial was in Friedens Cemetery, Lenhartsville. Born in Albany Township, she was a daughter of the late Franklin S. and Mary A. (Bauscher) Stump. Until retiring in 1962, she was employed as a secretary by Travelers Insurance Co., Reading, for 32 years. She was a member of Friedens United Church of Christ, Lenhartsville. Surviving is a sister, Helen M. Stump, also a resident at Laurel Center.

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

Stump, Franklin Sylvestus

Stump - In Upper Bern, July 26th, Franklin Sylvestus, son of Tilghman and Isabella Stump, aged 10 months.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, August 1, 1874. Submitted by Kathy.]

Stump, Joel

Joel Stump, a retired farmer, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Ellen Schearer, Kutztown, Wednesday, aged 84 years. Death was caused by dropsy. His wife died 10 years ago. There remain three daughters: Saria, wife of William Heffner, Monterey; Hettie, wife of William Leibensperger, Fleetwood, and Mrs. Ellen Schearer, and one son, Anson Stump, of Klinesville. The funeral will be held from his late home at 9 a.m. next Monday. Services at the house and interment in Dunkel's Cemetery, Klinesville. Rev. J. O. Scheirer will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 23, 1912, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, John A.

John A. Stump, 89, a resident at ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, formerly of Fleetwood, died May 7 at 1:56 a.m. in Reading Hospital. His wife, Pearl A. (Link) Stump, died April 22, 1992. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Edwin and Annie (Haines) Stump. Stump had been employed for 34 years in maintenance by Dana Corp., Reading, retiring in 1976. He was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood. Stump was a 1934 graduate of Oley Valley High School. He was an Army veteran of World War II and the Korean War. Stump was a life member of the Oley Fire Company, the Fleetwood Orioles and American Legion. He was a former board member of Friedens Cemetery Co. Stump is survived by two sons, Oscar A., Oley, and Gerald H., West Lawn. Other survivors include a sister, Mildred (Stump) Neff, Lansdale, Montgomery County; and two brothers, Walter, Oklahoma City, and Harrison, Robesonia. There are also six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley. Burial will be in Friedens Cemetery, Oley.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, May 8, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Stump, John K.

John K. Stump, two of whose sons are undertakers in Fleetwood and in Kutztown, died on Wednesday at Kutztown. He had been ill for four weeks with grip, but was bedfast only two days. The immediate cause of death was obstruction of the bowels. His age was 55 years, 2 months and 6 days. He leaves his widow (nee Catharine Leibensperger) and the following children: Calvin S., of Eagleport; Miss Ella J., at home; Jacob H., undertaker, of Kutztown; Curtin D., undertaker, of Fleetwood; Alfred M., of the Mt. Airy Theological Seminary; Miss Clara M., at home; James W., of Fleetwood. There are three grandchildren and the following brothers: Emanual, of Kepner's, Schuylkill county; Elias, of Wanamaker's, and Daniel, of Haafsville. One daughter of deceased died in infancy. Funeral on Tuesday morning. Interment at Maxatawny Zion Church, Rev. F. K. Bernd officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 4, 1911, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Joseph Daniel

Joseph Daniel Stump, Maxatawny, died Saturday in Allentown Hospital where he had been a patient for one week. A retired carpenter, he was 77. Son of the late Nathan and Sarah (Schneider) Stump, he is survived by his wife, Lillie (Saul) Stump; a son, George P., Mertztown R. 1; six grandchildren and Milton A. and George O., both of Maxatawny, and a sister, Mrs. Alice Keiter, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 19, 1953, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, June K. (nee Matz)

June K. (Matz) Stump, 87, Hamburg, died June 9 at 11:40 a.m. in the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had resided five days. She was taken to the Laurel Center from Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since May 3. Her husband, Nevin W. Stump, died Dec. 26, 1992. Born in Sinking Spring, she was a daughter of the late Irwin Matz and Madeline (Lutz) Matz Knauss. Stump was employed for more than 20 years as a laborer by the Windsor Knitting Mills, Hamburg, retiring in 1980. She was a Women's Army Corps veteran of World War II. Stump was a member of First United Church of Christ, Hamburg. Surviving are two sons, Frederick J., Tilden Township, and David A., Hamburg. Other survivors include a brother, Earl Matz, and a sister, Ann (Matz) Kirchdoerfer, both of Gainesville, Fla. There are also two granddaughters. Services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in the Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 10, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Stump, Leah G.

Died. On the 10th inst., in Albany tsp., Berks county, Leah G., daughter of James and Sarah Stump, aged 10 years, 7 months and 2 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 19, 1899, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Lester P.

Lester P. Stump, 86, of Center Valley, formerly of Pine Grove, died Thursday evening in the Phoebe Berks Health Center, Wernersville. Born in Pine Grove Township, Jan. 5, 1914, he was a son of the late Albert S. and Ella A. Kantner Stump. He was a 1931 graduate of Pine Grove High School. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, having attended the aviation machinist mate school, Memphis, Tenn., and the Aerial Gunnery School. He was employed as a supervisor with PP&L. He was a member of Faith United Church of Christ, Center Valley, Masonic Lodge 409 F&AM, Pine Grove, Pine Grove VFW, Pine Grove American Legion, Scottish Rite of Harrisburg, and Zembo Shrine, Harrisburg. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Bessie Miller Stump, in 1992; a brother, Edwin Stump. Surviving are a son, Walter A. "Skip" Stump, Sinking Spring; three grandsons. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday from Faith United Church of Christ. The Rev. Bruce C. Stevenson will officiate. Interment will be in New Hanover Lutheran Cemetery, Gilbertsville. H.L. Snyder Funeral Home Inc., Pine Grove, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, November 11, 2000. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Stump, Mark

Mark, son of Mr. and Mrs. George O. Stump, of No. 528 North Ninth street, died yesterday of the after effects of diphtheria, aged 6 years. A single child, Wayne, survive to the parents. The funeral will be held privately on Saturday at 9 a.m., with interment in the cemetery at Zion's Church, Maxatawny. Rev. R. M. Kern will officiate. The boy was a nephew of Dr. James Smith, who lost a little daughter lately by the same disease, and while nursing her, her uncle, Rev. Richards, of Maxatawny, contracted the disease and died shortly after.

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

Stump, Milton A.

Milton A. Stump, who was earning his living as a farm hand at 7, worked in Topton's ore mines at 9 and quit as a hired carpenter at 18 to form his own contracting business, died at 1:40 a.m. yesterday at his home in Maxatawny. He would have been 89 this month. He had been bedfast for the last five weeks. Stump retired in 1945 after 59 years in the contracting business. At 7, he was hired to do farm work in his free time from Maxatawny Township School. At 9, he began working full time in the iron ore mines outside Topton. He picked fire stones out of the ore for 15-cent-a-day wages. Six years later, he left the mines to take up an apprenticeship as a carpenter. As his reputation as a carpenter spread, he took on more and bigger jobs. At 18, he branched out with his own contracting business and by the turn of the century was one of the leading building contractors in the area. He built Maxatawny's Zion Union Church, where he worshiped as a member of its Lutheran congregation. And he built Trinity Lutheran and St. Peter's Evangelical and Reformed Church in Topton. His other projects included the Topton Foundry, Topton Rug Mill, the Topton POSA building (now the Topton Fire Co.), the Topton Legion Post Home, Topton Junior High School and the Topton National Bank. Stump was born in Maxatawny, a son of the late Nathan and Sarah (Snyder) Stump. He was a member of Zion Union Church's Lutheran congregation for more than 70 years and served on the church council for many years. His first wife, Lizzie (Reinert) Stump, died in 1012 <1912?>. In 1915, he married the former Katie Geist, who died in 1940. He is survived by two daughters and a son, Mabel, wife of Clifford Pauley, at home; William M., of Maxatawny, and Annie, wife of James Bennecoff, Hamburg R. 2; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren, and a brother, George O. Stump, Maxatawny. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 9, 1956, page 45. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Paul P.

Paul P. Stump, 57, of Lenhartsville R. 1, a cutter at the Schoeneck Farms, Macungie R. 1 for the past 20 years, died Thursday in the Allentown Osteopathic Hospital. He was the husband of Eva K. (Muthard) Stump. Born in Berks County, he was a son of the late Milton E. and Minnie K. (Kline) Stump. Surviving besides his widow are a daughter, Loretta, at home; a son, Paul Jr., also at home; a stepdaughter, Deborah Ann Muthard, of Womelsdorf, Berks county; four sisters, Mrs. Elsie Henry, of Mertztown; Florence, wife of Chester Eck, of Kutztown; Elda, wife of Clifford Van Valkenburg, of Mertztown R. 1; and Catherine, wife of Robert Frankenfield, of Emmaus; three brothers, Ralph of Kempton R. 1, George of Alburtis and Milton of Topton. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 16, 1976, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Pearl L.

Died. on The 3rd inst., in Albany tsp., Pearl L., daughter of James and Sarah Stump, aged 3 years, 5 months and 28 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, May 30, 1900, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Russell G.

Among the local survivors of Russell G. Stump, of Windsor Township, who died Feb. 20 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient six days, are two brothers, Steward F. Stump and Wayne W. Stump, both of Greenwich Township.

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

Stump, Russell G.

Services were held in St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg, for Russell G. Stump, 74, of Old Route 22, Windsor Township, who died Feb. 20 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient six days. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. He was the husband of Mae L. (Levan) Stump. His first wife, Arlene P. (Merkel) Stump, died in 1967. Born in Klinesville, Greenwich Township, he was a son of the late William F. and Verna A. (George) Stump. Until retiring in 1994, he was employed as an auto mechanic by Francis L. Werley Inc., Windsor Township, for 47 years. He was a 1946 graduate of Kutztown High School. Stump was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg, where he was a former councilman and usher. Also surviving are two sons, David R. Stump, Marietta, Ohio and Mark W. Stump, Mohrsville, adn a daughter, Carol J. (Stump) Armer, Mohnton. There are also five grandchildren. Other survivors include three brothers: Steward F. Stump and Wayne W. Stump, both of Greenwich Township and Sterling E. Stump, Windsor Township.

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

Stump, Samuel

Died. On the 13th inst., in Albany tsp., Berks county, Samuel Stump, aged 76 years, 7 months and 18 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 22, 1893, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Sarah (nee Snyder)

Sarah, nee Snyder, widow of Nathan Stump, died on Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Louise Heberly, 54 White Oak street, Kutztown. She was aged 83 years, 10 months and 6 days. Mrs. Stump was a member of the Reformed wing of Maxatawny church and is survived by a sister, Mrs. Maria Gress, of Schuylkill Haven, and the following children: Mrs. Louise Heberly and Mrs. Alice Batz, Kutztown; Mrs. Eva Reidenhauer, Krumsville; Mrs. Agnes Stahler, Milton and Joseph, of Maxatawny; George, of Allentown, and Charles of Eaglepoint. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 9.30 a.m. from the home of Mrs. Heberly to be followed by further services in Maxatawny church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Revs. George Smith and W. S. Dry will officiate.

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

Stump, Sarah E. (nee Kutz)

Sarah E. (nee Kutz), wife of James Stump, Stony Run, died of apoplexy at her home on Monday evening at 11.30. She was aged 71 years, 3 months and 4 days. Deceased was a daughter of the late Jonathan and Leah (nee Kline) Kutz. There survive the husband, three daughters, Mrs. Samuel Rubrecht, Lititz; Mrs. George Kistler, Stony Run; and Mrs. David Snyder, Oley; also two brothers, John Kutz, Stony Creek Mills; and Samuel Kutz, Plainfield, N.J. The funeral will be held on Saturday at 1.30 p.m., standard time, from her late home in Stony Run, with further services at New Jerusalem (Red) church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. A. O. Ebert will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 28, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Stump, Wayne W.

Wayne W. Stump, 69, Kutztown, died of natural causes June 28 in St. Luke's Hospital, Allentown. He was the husband of Yvonne M. (Oldt) Stump. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late William and Verna (George) Stump. Stump was employed for 40 years as a foreman by the East Penn Manufacturing Inc., Lyons. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. Stump is also survived by three daughters: Courtney L. Stump, at home; Tonia R. Stump, Kempton; and Heather A. (Stump) Reigel, Kutztown. Other survivors include two brothers, Steward, Kutztown, and Sterling, Hamburg. Other survivors include two grandchildren. Keller Funeral Home Inc., Fogelsville, Lehigh County, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 29, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Styer, Adam

Adam Styer, a former resident of Morgantown, died at the residence of his son-in-law, John Keely, Phila., of general debility, aged about 75 years. In his younger days he was one of the leading farmers near Morgantown, but retired many years ago. Several years ago, his wife died and since that time he had made his home with Mr. Keely. He leaves these children: Charles and Evans Styer, Laura, wife of Rev. Luther, and Mrs. John Keely. He was a member of the Morgantown Methodist Church.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 5, 1903. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Styer, Barry E.

Barry E. Styer, 68, of 161 Sage Drive, Sinking Spring, died Sunday evening at Reading Hospital, where he was a patient since Sept. 3. Styer was a line repairman for Dana Corp., Reading, for 30 years. He retired in 1981. A U.S. Army veteran, he served during the Korean War and was a life member of Adamstown Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8795. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Adamstown. Born in West Reading, he was the son of the late Alfred E. and Edna M. Hyle Styer. He was married to Kathryn Hahn Styer. Surviving in addition to his wife are a daughter, Brenda L. Blimline of Reading; two sons, David L. of Fleetwood and Steven L. of Bernville; two stepdaughters, Carla L. Kinser of Sinking Spring and Pearl M. Wanner of Reinholds; six grandchildren; six stepgrandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and 10 stepgreat-grandchildren.

[Source: Lancaster Intelligencer Journal, September 18, 2001, p. B2. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Styer, Caroline E.

Caroline E. Styer, 92, of 3000 Windmill Road, Sinking Spring, formerly of Valley View Road, Narvon, died of natural causes Sunday at ManorCare. A homemaker, she was a member of Allegheny Lutheran Church. Born in Lancaster County, she was the daughter of the late Christian and Lydiann Huyett Cooper. Her husband, Clarence A. Styer, died in 1968. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sylvia Styer; five brothers; Samuel, Charles, George, Norman and John Cooper; and three sisters, Mary Sensenig, Katie Schweitzer and Lydia Frankhouser.

[Source: Lancaster Intelligencer Journal, July 1, 2002, p. B3. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Styer, Harriet

Mrs. Harriet Styer, aged 77 years, wife of Peter Styer, and who is well known in this city, died of a complication of diseases, at 11 o'clock Wednesday evening, at her home, near Churchtown, Lancaster county. Undertaker C.I. Miller, this city was notified and took charge of the remains. She was a member of the Plow Lutheran Church. Besides her husband, Mrs. Styer is survived by one brother, James Foreman of Coatesville. Deceased had many friends in Reading and was a frequent visitor here.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, April 9, 1908. Submitted by Nancy.]

Styer, Irene

Services were held for Irene R. (Mitchell) Styer, 59, of Robeson, who died February 19 in her home. She was the wife of Bill J. Styer. Born in Lebanon, she was a 1961 graduate of Twin Valley High School and from the former West Chester State Teachers College in 1965. She was an elementary school teacher in the Twin Valley School District for 34 years before retiring in 1999. Surviving is a daughter, Angela Mitchell of Morgantown; two sisters, Lillian Bowman of Lebanon and Patricia Modica of North Haledon, N.J.; and three brothers, David W. Anspach of Morgantown; Richard Anspach of Fredericksburg, Va., and Robert Anspach of Conestoga. Contributions may be made to the California E.C. Church, 350 California Road, Morgantown, PA 19543; or to the Skilled Nursing and Rehab Associates Hospice, 420 N. Park Road, Suite 101, Wyomissing, PA 19610. Burial was in the Pine Swamp Cemetery in Elverson. The arrangements were handled by the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, Lancaster County.

[Source: Southern Berks News, February 26, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Styer, Joseph R.

Services were held for Joseph R. Styer, 94, of Font, Chester County, widower of I. Elizabeth (Deery) Styer, who died November 26 in the Hickory House Nursing Home in Honey Brook. Born in Delaware County, he was a resident of Font and a farmer for most of his life. Styer retired from the Downingtown Manufacturing Co. and the Beloit Eastern Co. after 30 years. He was a member of Windsor Baptist Church in Uwchlan for more than 60 years. Styer is survived by five sons, Joseph W. Styer and Paul E. Styer, both of Bedford, Bedford County, Harvey L. Styer of Eagle, and Ronald A. Styer and Gerald A. Styer, both of East Nantmeal. Also one brother, 23 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Windsor Baptist Church, P.O. Box 596, Uwchlan, PA 19480. Burial was in Windsor Baptist Cemetery. The arrangements were by the Ralston & Bredickas Funeral Home in Downingtown.

[Source: Southern Berks News, December 4, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Styer, Margaret C.

Margaret C. Styer, 59, of 459 Yellow Hill Road, Narvon, died Sunday morning at Ephrata Community Hospital after a long illness. A homemaker, Mrs. Styer enjoyed her grandchildren and watching NASCAR. Born in Brecknock Township, Berks County, she was the daughter of the late Norman J. and Elsie A. Nowotarski Neatock. She was married 37 years on Feb. 15 to Charles R. Styer Jr. Surviving in addition to her husband are a son, Michael C., married to Judy R. High Styer of Denver; a daughter, Donna J., married to Reggie L. Keller of Denver; four grandchildren; a sister, Jean N., married to Bill Okonski of Mohnton; and a brother, Carl N., married to Diana Davis Neatock of Mohnton.

[Source: Lancaster Intelligencer Journal, September 10, 2001, p. B3. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Styer, Norman W.

Norman Styer, 86, Active Scout Leader. Norman W. Styer Sr., 86, of Elverson R3, died Thursday afternoon at Reading Hospital and Medical Center, where he had been a patient for one week. He and his wife, Myrtle C. Care Styer, would have marked their 61st anniversary on March 16. Born in Brecknock Township, he was a son of the late Adam and Lillie Weaver Styer. He worked in the maintenance department of the former Bethlehem Steel in Pottstown, retiring in 1972. Styer was active in Scouting, organizing the Morgantown Boy Scout Troop in 1950. He was a Scoutmaster for three national Boy Scout jamborees. He attended California Evangelical Congregational Church, Morgantown. He was president of the Styer Cemetery Association and treasurer of the Styer Family Reunion. Surviving besides his wife are two sons, Ret. U.S. Army Col. Norman W. Jr., husband of Kay Kirkner of Leesburg, Va., and Bill J., at home; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and three brothers, Charles R. of Narvon, Horace W. of Tucson, Ariz., and Harold G. of East Earl.

[Source: Lancaster Intelligencer Journal, March 8, 1996, p. B3. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Styer, Peter

Peter Styer Passes Away at Churchtown

Churchtown, Aug. 10 (special)--Peter Styer, aged 89 years, died from general debility at the home of his son, Bently Styer, near this place, at 1 a.m. today. He was a retired farmer. Mr. Styer was twice married, his first wife having been Elvina (nee Swisher) and his second wife was Harriet (nee Foreman). Both are deceased. He was the last of his family.

These children survive: Willis, near Churchtown; Rev. George, Gordon, Schuylkill county; John, Smoketown; Bently, near Churchtown; Charles, near California Church; James, Honeybrook; Mrs. Helen Moore, New Holland, and Mrs. Clara Miller, Reading.

Funeral, Monday, Aug. 14, with interment at Plow Church. Rev. W.G. Welder will officiate. Undertaker Joseph Weaver has charge.

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

Styer, William J.

Services will be held Wednesday for William J. Styer, 60, of Red Hill Road, Elverson, widower of Irene R. Anspach Styer, who died April 26 in Reading Hospital. Born in Reading, he was a 1960 graduate of Twin Valley High School. Styer worked for the former Bethlehem Steel Grace Mines for 18 years. Then he worked for the former Conestoga Carriers in Morgantown as a truck mechanic and a state inspector. He last worked as a material processor and handler at the Timet Plant in Morgantown. He attended California E.C. Church in Morgantown. Styer was the treasurer of the John Adam Styer Cemetery Association and reunion committee. He is survived by a step-dauughter, Angela Mitchell of Morgantown, and a brother, Norman W. Styer Jr. of Leesburg, Va. Friends may call from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, 209 E. Main St., Terre Hill. Burial will be at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Chris Mann officiating. Contributions may be made to California E.C. Church, 350 California Road, Morgantown, PA 19543. Condolences may be submitted to the Web site at wwwgroffeckenroth.com.

[Source: Southern Berks News, April 30, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Styer, William J.

William J. Styer, 60, native of Reading. William J. "Bill" Styer, 60, of 1930 Red Hill Road, Elverson, died Saturday at Reading Hospital following surgery earlier in the week. He worked for the former Bethlehem Steel Grace Mines from 1960 to 1978 and later for the former Conestoga Carriers in Morgantown as a truck mechanic and state inspector until 1996. He then worked at the Timet Plant in Morgantown as a material processor and handler until 1997. He attended California E.C. Church in Morgantown. Styer graduated from Twin Valley High School in 1960. He was treasurer of the John Adams Styer Cemetery Association and Reunion Committee. He enjoyed farming, hunting, auto racing and model railroading. Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Norman W. Sr. and Myrtle C. Care Styer. He was married to the late Irene R. Anspach Styer, who died on Feb. 19. He is survived by a stepdaughter, Angela Mitchell of Morgantown; and a brother, Norman W. Jr., married to Kay Kirkner Styer of Leesburg, Va.

[Source: Lancaster Intelligencer Journal, April 23, 2003, p. B5. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Styer, William J.

William J. Styer, 60, Timet worker. William J. Styer, 60, of 1930 Red Hill Road, Elverson, died Saturday at Reading Hospital after undergoing surgery earlier in the week. He worked for the former Bethlehem Steel Grace Mines from 1960 to 1978, and later for the former Conestoga Carriers in Morgantown as a truck mechanic and state inspector until 1996. He then worked at the Timet Plant in Morgantown as a material processor and handler from 1997 until his death. In 1960, Styer, who was known as "Bill," graduated from Twin Valley High School. He was treasurer of the John Adams Styer Cemetery Association and Reunion Committee. He enjoyed farming, hunting, auto racing and model railroading. Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Norman W. Sr. and Myrtle C. Care Styer. He was married to the late Irene R. Anspach Styer, who died Feb. 19. He is survived by a stepdaughter, Angela Mitchell of Morgantown, and a brother, Norman W. Styer Jr., husband of Kay Kirkner Styer of Leesburg, Va.

[Source: Lancaster New Era, April 28, 2003, p. B4. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Suchomelly, George A.

Services were held for George A. Suchomelly, 77, of Dewald Road, Exeter Township, who died January 18 in Reading Hospital, West Reading, where he had been a patient. He was the husband of Pauline M. (Bechtel) Suchomelly. Born in Exeter Township, he was employed for 36 years as a drill bench operator and in the maintenance department of Reading Industries, retiring in 1987. He was an Army veteran of WWII, where he was a member of the 83rd Airborne Division and a Purple Heart recipient. He was a life member of the Battle of the Bulge Association and a lecturer on World War II history in the Wilson School District. Suchomelly was a member of St. John Lutheran Church, Gibraltar. He was a former superintendent of the Neversink Sunday School. He was a life member of the Reiffton Fire Company and Pike Township Sportsman's Association. He is also survived by a son, Scott A., Philadelphia, and a daughter, Kathy A. (Suchomelly) Umberger, Exeter Township. Other survivors include a brother, Frank Suchomelly, Exeter Township; one sister, Katherine (Suchomelly) Mellar, Reading; and one grandson. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, January 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Suender, Catharine

Mrs. Catharine Suender died near the Berne Meeting House, in the 82d year of her age. She leaves a daughter, Mrs. Kate Bast, and a son, George Suender, of Reading.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 5, 1900. Submitted by Nancy.]

Sullivan, John M.

Summerfelt, Walter

Services will be Thursday for Walter E. Summerfelt, 76, East Schuylkill Road, North Coventry, who died June 22 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. He was the widower of Pearl (Engle) Summerfelt. Born in Greshville, he worked as a set-up man for the former Stanley G. Flagg Co., Stowe. Summerfelt served in the Army during World War II. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Pottstown. Surviving is a son, Richard E. Summerfelt of Shillington; two daughters, Judith A. Dotterer of Fleetwood, and Deborah E. Sminkey of Gilbertsville. Also a sister, eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers. Donations may be made to The Salvation Army, 137 King St., Pottstown, PA 19464. Friends may call from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Catagnus Funeral Home, 711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown. Services will be held at 10:30 with the Rev. Wayne Miller officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Zion Cemetery in North Coventry.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 26 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Summerfelt, Walter E.

Among the local survivors of Walter E. Summerfelt, of North Coventry Township, Chester County, who died June 22 in the Pottstown Medical Center, is a daughter, Judith A. (Summerfelt) Dotterer, Fleetwood.

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

Summers, Esther M.

Esther M. (Graber), 32, wife of Titus Summers, of Lancaster R.D. 2, formerly of this city, died in the Osteopathic hospital, Lancaster. She was a native of Fort Wayne, Ind., a daughter of Amenno and Leah (Yoder) Graber. She was a member of Grace Mennonite Brethren in Christ Church, this city. Surviving are her parents, husband, daughter, Ruth; two sisters and two brothers, Ruth, wife of James Evans, of fort Wayne, Ind.; Dorcus, wife of Paul Strock, of Loogotee, Ind.; Milo Graber and Roy Graber both of Fort Wayne, Ind. Funeral services will be held Monday evening at 7 o'clock in Grace Mennonite Brethren in Christ Church, Tenth street near Oley, this city, the Rev. A.R. Woodring officiating. Interment will be made in Fort Wayne, Ind. The Wike and Clauser Funeral home, Schaefferstown, has charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, May 21, 1949. Submitted by: Jeff.]

Summers, Titus M.

Titus M. Summers, 41, of 907 John St., Montrose Manor, died this morning at his residence. He was a crane operator for Brayman Construction Co. of Pittsburgh. He was born in Lancaster County the son of Jacob and Florence (Martin) Summers and lived in the Spring Township area for 15 years. Surviving are his parents, in Arizona; his widow, the former Fern M. Adams; two daughters; Ruth E. and Barbara A., both at home; six brothers: John, Quarryville; Paul, New Providence; Calvin, Lancaster; Luke, Maitland, Fla.; Mark, Riviera Beach, Fla. and Mervin, Florida. He was a member of St. Paul's Memorial United Church of Christ, Reading, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Services will be held from the Gosnell Funeral Home, Shillington, on Tuesday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Paul H. Byer officiating. Burial will be in the Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, December 30, 1959. Submitted by: Jeff.]

Sunday, Alvin Richard

Sunday - In Windsor, August 24th, Alvin Richard, only son of Elias B. and Hannah M. Sunday, aged 9 months and 21 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 4, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]

Sunday, Ezra

Sunday - In Leesport, on October 23d, Ezra, infant son of Samuel and Esther Ann (Fegeley) Sunday, aged 1 year, 10 months and 6 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 22, 1879. Submitted by Kathy.]

Sunday, Mrs. George

Death of a Hefty Woman. -- Mrs. George Sunday, aged 50, died at her home in Windsor township, Berks county, on Saturday, 3rd inst. She was said to be the heaviest woman in Eastern Pennsylvania, and at the time of her death weighed over 420 pounds. Twenty years ago she was a handsome person weighting but 140 pounds, but she gradually grew in flesh until the 400 pound point was reached. The coffin was of prodigious size. Eight pall bearers were required to carry the corpse. The body was conveyed from the house to the cemetery on a spring wagon, as no hearse large enough was obtainable.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, June 14, 1893, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sunday, John H.

John H. Sunday, 69, of 249 S. 3rd St., Hamburg, died Wednesday. He was a son of the late John S. and Emma (Schwoyer) Sunday and was a member of the Hamburg Fire Co. and its beneficial society. He is survived by his wife, Valeria (Roth) Sunday; six daughters, Helen, wife of Harvey Gerber, Jordan; Stella; Elsie, wife of George Merget, Hamburg; Elda, wife of John Heckman, Hamburg; Edna, wife of Wallace Long, Hamburg; Beatrice, wife of Frank Gromlich, at home; four sons, Stanley, Aberdeen, Md.; Percy, George and John, all in the Army; a sister, Mary A., Hamburg; three brothers, George, Perry township; Mahlon and Irvin, Hamburg, and eight grandchildren. Private funeral services will be held at the Leibensperger Funeral home, Hamburg, on Monday at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Rufus A. Kern officiating. Burial in St. John's cemetery, Hamburg.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 4, 1943, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sunday, Susan Bauman (nee Kline)

Mrs. Susan Bauman Sunday, aged 72 years and 27 days, died Tuesday evening at the residence of her son-in-law, William D. Sharadin, Kutztown, after an illness of three weeks. Deceased's husband died 31 years ago. For 20 years she resided in this borough. Previous to that time she lived in Richmond. Two children remain, Mrs. William D. Sharadin, this place, and the wife of Dr. E. C. Yoder, of Amityville. These brothers and sisters Survive: Mrs. David Kauffman, West Leesport; Mrs. Caroline Eck, Wauscon, Fulton county, Ohio; Mrs. George Forrey, Carlisle; Geo. B. Kline, Fleetwood, and Daniel B. Kline, of Kansas. Funeral Monday, April 23, at 10 a.m. from the residence of Wm. D. Sharadin. Services in St. Paul's Reformed Church. Interment in Hope Cemetery, Rev. George B. Smith officiating. Funeral Director J. H. Stump in charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 20, 1906, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Supplee, Verna M.

Services were held for Verna M. Supplee, 76, of Willow Glen, Caernarvon Township, who died June 13 in her residence. She was the wife of Joseph L. Supplee. Born in Caernarvon Township, she was employed for 15 years as an examiner by Talbot Garment Co., Morgantown. Burial was in the United Methodist Cemetery, Churchtown, Lancaster County. The arrangements were handled by the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, Lancaster County.

[Source: Southern Berks News, June 18, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sutch, Elmer H.

Crash Victim Dies. Pottstown, June 29 (Special). Elmer H. Sutch, 206 Morris street, Phoenixville, who was injured in an automobile accident early Sunday morning at Third and Hanover streets when the automobile of Samuel B. Walters, of Phoenixville, R.D. 3, crashed into the house of Miss Hannah Dyer, died in the Pottstown Hospital yesterday morning from the injuries he received. Walters, who was held in $1,000 bail after the accident to await the result of the injuries to Sutch, will be required to appear at an inquest to be held by Coroner George Huff, of Montgomery county, at 7 o'clock Thursday evening at City Hall. With Walters and Sutch in the car was Luther Bradford, 209 Morris street, Phoenixville. They escaped uninjured. Besides his widow the deceased is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Wilton P. Bradford, and a son, F. Ray Sutch, both of Phoenixville. There is one grandchild, Claudie Ann, of Phoenixville. Two brothers, Samuel J. of Boston, and Charles, of Phoenixville, also survive. Funeral services will be held at his home in Phoenixville Saturday afternoon and interment will be made in Morris Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, June 29, 1927. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Swanger, Richard P.

Private services and burial were held for Richard P. Swanger, 60, of Layfield Road, Perkiomenville, who died May 1 in Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. He was the husband of Patsy H. (Rotz) Swanger. Born in Chambersburg, to Dorothy M. (Gruver) Swanger of Roxbury, Franklin County, and the late Gerald R. Swanger. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Chuck Swanger of Saylorsburg, Monroe County. Also a sister and a brother. He was predeceased by a daughter. The arrangements were handled by the Catagnus Funeral Home, Boyertown.

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

Swann, Joseph O.

Swartz, Minnie C.

Mrs. Minnie C. (Hock) Swartz, widow of Preston F. Swartz, who for many years operated a tourist home at 1309 Hamilton St., died Monday at her home. She was in failing health 18 months and bedfast one month. Born in Topton, Pa., she was the daughter of Ezekiel J. and Josephine (Schmoyer) Hock. She was a member of the Lutheran faith. She resided in this city for 70 years. Survivors are two daughters, Dorothy, wife of Joseph Anello, Allentown; Christine Swartz, at home; one son, Chauncey A. Swartz, Allentown; two grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 31, 1949, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Swartz, Warren E.

While Warren E. Swartz, of Hancock, and Samuel Wadsworth, of Phoenixville, were being lowered into the ore mine operated by the Allentown Iron Company, at Hancock, about four o’clock yesterday afternoon, the cage in which they were riding was suddenly struck by a truck coming along one of the levels in the mine about one hundred feet below the surface, and the two men were killed instantly. Mr. Swartz is a son-in-law of Prof. and Mrs. Harrison E. Ruhe, of this city. The men were going down to the bottom of the mine, a distance of about one hundred and seventy-one feet, on a tour of inspection. Swartz was the superintendent of the mine, while Wadsworth was a miner in his employ. It was just a few minutes before four o’clock when the cage was started for the bottom. When they reached a distance of about one hundred feet from the top of the mine, a truck came along on its way back to a certain point on that level, after having dumped its material on the far side of the level. The men who regulated the movement of the truck evidently did not know of the presence of the cage in the mine shaft at that particular time, and the collision occurred. The cage, containing the two men, and the truck, plunged down the shaft to the bottom, the remaining distance being almost seventy-five feet. The men were in a mangled condition when found. Mr. Swartz is the only son of Anna, nee Breinig, Swartz, and the late George W. Swartz, of Hancock. He was born on September 25, 1886, which brought his age to twenty-nine years, four months and six days. In his earlier days he was a student at the Bethlehem Preparatory School and the Pierce Business College, from which institutions he was graduated. He also attended the sessions at Lafayette College for a while. Following his school days, he became connected with the Topton bank, as a director, and later served as its efficient teller, following in the latter position until 1908, when his father died. Immediately upon his father’s death he resigned his position with the bank and took up the superintendency of the ore mine, which had been in the possession of his father. He continued in that position ever since. Mr. Swartz had former a partnership in the mine recently with Harry Hartzell, of Eighth and Walnut streets, this city, and the trip of inspection yesterday was made to determine an inventory of the mine. Mr. Hartzel’s father was one of the founders of the mine. During April, 1908, Mr. Swartz was married to Edna Ruhe, daughter of Prof. and Mrs. Harrison E. Ruhe, of No. 515 Chew street, this city, who survives him. Besides his wife, there survives his mother, Anna, nee Breinig, and one sister, Helen B. Swartz. His father preceded him in death eight years ago.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 5, 1916, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Swartz, William H. Jr.

William H. Swartz Jr., 81, died May 25 at 12:50 p.m. in his Lower Heidelberg Township residence. He was the husband of Lila E. (Williams) Swartz. His first wife, Jean (Handling) Swartz, died in 1968. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late William H. Sr. and Kathryn (Gilbert) Swartz. Swartz had been employed for 19 years in sales by H.E. Fortna Brothers, Reading. He was previously co-owner of and a mechanic at Swartz Brothers Garage, Lincoln Park. He was a 1937 graduate of Shillington High School. Swartz was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was a 50-year member of Reading Lodge 62, Free and Accepted Masons, West Reading. Swartz is also survived by three sons: Scott A., Morgantown; Steve W., Green Hills; and Randy B., Sinking Spring; a stepson, John D. McCann, Eagleville, Montgomery County; and two stepdaughters, Diana (McCann) Adams, Sinking Spring, and Darlene (McCann) Singleton, Mont Clare, Montgomery County. Other survivors include a brother, John H., Mohnton, and a sister, Jean (Swartz) Strause, Lititz, Lancaster County. There are also 15 grandchildren and one great-grandson. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, May 26, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Swartzentruber, David L.

Mr. and Mrs. Amos Swartzentruber, Mertztown R. 1, have been informed that their son, Private David L. Swartzentruber, 22, was killed in action with the U.S. Marine Corps on Okinawa on June 18. He served with the First Division. Private Swartzentruber was sworn into the Marine Corps June 5, 1944, and trained at Parris Island, S.C.; Camp LeJeune, N.C., and Camp Pendleton, Calif., before going overseas in October. He was formerly employed by the D. D. Fritch Milling Co., of Macungie. Besides the parents, he is survived by four sisters: Mrs. Daniel C. Savidge, Hockessin, Del.; Mrs. George Hellwig Jr., Mertztown; Jeanetta G., a student nurse at the Allentown hospital; Ruth, at home; also a brother, Allen, at home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 13, 1945, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Swavely, Dorothy

Services were held for Dorothy O. (Gaugler) Swavely, 93, of Village Drive, Boyertown, who died February 13 in Manatawny Manor, North Coventry. She was the widow of Donald A. Swavely. Born in Fagleysville, she worked as a seamstress for Erntex Knitting Mills, Gilbertsville, retiring in 1975. Swavely was a member of New Hanover Lutheran Church. She was also a member of the New Hanover Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary and the Gilbertsville Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary. Surviving are two daughters, Eleanor S. LeVeille of Pottstown and Phyllis A. O'Boyle of Boyertown; one son, Ronald D. Swavely of Oley; eight grandchildren; and 19 grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Norman S. Swavely. Contributions may be made to the New Hanover Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 2941 Lutheran Road, Gilbertsville, PA 19525. Burial was in New Hanover Lutheran Church Cemetery. The Catagnus Funeral Home, Boyertown, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 20, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Swavely, George Frank

In Oley township, on the 23d inst., George Frank Swavely, aged 63 years, 9 months and 6 days. The relatives and friends of the family, also Minnehaha Lodge, No. 154, K. of P., are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice from his late residence, at Spangsville, on Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at the house. Services in Oley Lutheran Church. Interment in cemetery adjoining.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, April 25, 1910. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Swavely, Hiram W.

Hiram W. Swavely died Wednesday evening at Reading in his sixty-seventh year. He was stricken with paralysis last Tuesday and received the third stroke Wednesday, from which he never rallied. He was the son of Samuel and Amanda Swavely of Amityville, was a miller by trade and was in the hotel business for a number of years at Womelsdorf. In 1876, he moved to Reading and engaged in the coal business. He is survived by an only daughter, Mrs. Maurice E. Roeder, one granddaughter, and these brothers and sisters, Israel, of Pottstown, Isaac of Allentown; Miss Caroline Swavely and Mrs. Nathan Dierolf, of Reading. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church and of the Masons.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 17, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sweeney, Janet A.

Janet A. Sweeney, 69, of 2337 Fairview Ave., Mount Penn, died Friday morning at home. Born in Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late Jacob H. and Marian E. Berkheiser Shirk. She was a 1950 graduate of the Cincinnati School of Embalming. She was secretary for 25 years at Trinity United Church of Christ, Mount Penn, retiring in October. Previously, she had been employed as a Pennsylvania licensed funeral director in Philadelphia. She was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ. Surviving are a son, Joseph J., at home; a daughter, Marian J. Sweeney, Philadelphia; two granddaughters. Memorial services were held Sunday at Trinity United Church of Christ. Whelan, Fleishmann & Schwartz Funeral Homes Inc., Exeter Township, Berks County, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, July 10, 2000. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Sweeten, Elizabeth H.

In this city, on the 5th, Elizabeth H Sweeten, aged 37 years and 11 months. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence, of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin S Sweeten, 105 West Oley St., on Saturday afternoon, at 2 o’clock a.m. Services at the house. Interment strictly private. Please omit flowers.

[Source: Reading Eagle, March 7, 1924. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Sweigart, Adam L.

Sweigart--In Reinholds, on the 10th inst., Adam L. Sweigart, aged 61 years, 2 months and 23 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice from his late residence, at Reinholds, on Thursday, August 14 at 9:30 o'clock, and at 10 o'clock at the United Brethren Church at Denver. Interment in Fairview cemetery, Denver.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, 11 August 1924. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Sweigart, Ernest W.

Among the local survivors of Ernest W. Sweigart, 76, Spring Township, who died Nov. 27 on arrival at Reading Hospital, is a half sister, Barbara (Hartz) Ebersole, Greenfields.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, December 4, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sweigert, Clay F.

Sweigert, Clay F., son of Frank and Eva (Eckenroth) Sweigert of Mohnton, was born, May 16, 1900, and died at the Reading Hospital, March 20, 1950, following an illness of a few days, at the age of 49 years, 10 months, and 4 days. He was a member of Zion Evangelical Congregational Church, Mohnton, and also was a member of the Brotherhood Bible Class of that church. Surviving are his parents, his widow, Edna T. (Kline) Sweigert, and son, Sherlach, at Mill Acres Farm, where he resided. There were also 12 brothers and sisters surviving. Funeral services were conducted from Kindt's Memorial Home, Shillington. Interment was made at Mohnton Cemetery. Service was in charge of the Pastor. __E. D. Ehrig

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXVI, no. 16, April 18, 1950, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Sweigert, Melvin Harry

On Friday afternoon, November 20, the remains of Melvin Harry, infant son of Harry F. Sweigert and wife Mabel D. (nee Dauterich), residing about two miles south of Fleetwood, were laid to rest in the New Jerusalem cemetery in Rockland. The child was born in Oley, Berks county, Pa., September 24, 1925, and was baptized on November 16, 1925 by Rev. Jacob B. landis, pastor of St. Paul's Reformed congregation, in Fleetwood. The parents were the sponsors. He passed away from infantile weakness on November 17, aged one month and twenty-three days. There remain both his parents, three brothers and his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Hettie Dauterich, of Fleetwood R. 3, Pa. Undertaker J. W. Stump, of Fleetwood, was in charge. W. F. Bond, of Shamrock, the parents pastor, officiated. The services were held at home.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 27, 1925, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sweimler, Ida

Ida, wife of Charles J Sweimler, died this morning at her home, 910 Pear St, aged 72 years. Death followed an illness of two years. Surviving are her husband, a daughter Eleanor, wife of Morris F Conrad. this city; six grandchildren, three great grand children; a sister and three brothers. Mrs Rosie Tobias, Farview; Mahlon, Farview and Albert and William, this city. She was a member of the Baptist denomination.

Funeral Friday at 1:30 p m from the home. the Rev Samuel E Smith officiating. Interment in charge of Funeral Directors F F Seidel. Inc.

[Source: Reading Eagle, March 25, 1935, p. 16. Submitted by Michelle.]

Sweinhart, Jeremiah

Death in Our Midst. Jeremiah Sweinhart

Jeremiah Sweinhart, a much respected, citizen of Boyertown, died last Saturday morning, of kidney troubles. He was sick about three weeks. Deceased was 73 years old, and leaves a wife and two daughters, Mrs. Charles A. Mory and Miss Clara Sweinhat. Mr. Sweinhart was born in Boyertown and lived here all his life with the exception of a few years, during which he lived in New Berlin, Snyder County, where he was in the carriage manufacturing business with his brother Josiah. It was here that he met his wife, a Miss Bilger. Thirty-five years ago he returned to Boyertown, and engaged in carriage building here with his brother Frederick, in the building now occupied by the Democrat. They separated later, and he continued the business in the factory further up the street. Twelve years ago he retired from business on account of failing health, and was succeeded by Strunk & Fisher.

Deceased was one of the founders of the Boyertown Water Company, and was one of the directors since its organization. He was also one of the first members of the Reformed church of Boyertown. He was the last of the family of three brothers and a sister.

The funeral will take place this morning. Services will be held at the house, and after interment, will be continued in the Reformed church. Rev. J. E. Freeman will officiate.

[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 18, 1896. Submitted by Betty.]

Sweinhart, Jeremiah

RESOLUTION OF RESPECT

At a special meeting of the Boyertown Water Company held the 15th day of January, A. D. 1896, the following preamble and resolutions upon the death of Jeremiah Sweinhart were offered, read, and unanimously adopted as follows: -

WHEREAS it has pleased an all wise providence to remove from our midst our good friend and fellow director and president, Jeremiah Sweinhart, of Boyertown, who has agreeably presided continuously over the said Boyertown Water Company as president from June 3, 1889, therefore

RESOLVED that in the performance of this sad offer of respect for our deceased companion we desire to place on record our full appreciation of the valuable service rendered by him to the said water company and say that his excellent counsel and good judgment contributed largely in helping said company to attain its present position of prosperity and that in the demise of this director and president the company lost one of its most valuable officers and the community a respected citizen.

RESOLVED that we hereby extend our heartfelt sympathy to the widow in the sad hour of bereavement.

RESOLVED that the board of directors of said water company attend the funeral in a body and that a copy of these proceedings be presented to the surviving widow of the deceased, also entered on the minutes of the company and published in the Boyertown Democrat.

Daniel B. Bower
Wm. D. Kehl
Jacob B. Stauffer
Directors

[Source: Boyertown Democrat, January 18, 1896. Submitted by Betty.]

Sweitzer, Ethel S.

Ethel S. Sweitzer, 93, formerly of Reading, died Aug. 27 at 2:27 p.m. in Country Meadows of Wyomissing, where she had resided for 23 months. Born in Mohnton, she was a daughter of the late John S.V. and Eva M. (Youndt) Strunk. Sweitzer had been an elementary school teacher in the Reading School District for 27 years, retiring in 1977. She was a member of Christ Church United Church of Christ, Temple, since 1927. Sweitzer, a 1929 Muhlenberg High School graduate, received her teaching certification from Kutztown University in 1931 and her bachelor's degree in education from Kutztown in 1935. She served as secretary of the Woman's Club of Reading from 1993 to 2002. Sweitzer is survived by two nieces and two nephews. Services and burial will be private. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 28, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sweitzer, Esther S.

Among the local survivors of Esther S. (Stoudt) Sweitzer, 91, formerly of Montrose Manor, who died March 9 in Berks Heim, where she had resided since Nov. 2001, is a brother, John Stoudt, Hamburg.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, March 19, 2003. Submitted by Nancy.]

Sweitzer, Jane

The Funeral for Mrs. Jane Sweitzer was held from her home 383 South 4th St. The remains were robed in black and reposed in a handsom casket. In the hands of the deceased was clasped a sheat of wheat. Services were conducted by Rev. S. H. Hoover at the house. Interment at Aulenbachs. The bearers were Charles, George, and Harry Sweitzer, William S. Sonders, William D. Hagy and ... [rest not copied]

[Source: Reading Eagle Monday, November 24, 1890, p. 1. Submitted by: Brenda.]

Sweitzer, Oscar L.

Oscar L. Sweitzer, former produce stand owner, died Aug. 10 at 6:15 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township. Sweitzer, 93, Colony Park, was predeceased by his wife, Mary E. (Herzog) Sweitzer, on April 24, 1996. He was the owner of the Sweitzer Produce Stand for 38 years at the Buttonwood Street and Shillington farmers markets. Born in Spring Township, he was a son of the late Franklin K. and Sara K. (Trostle) Sweitzer. Sweitzer was last employed for 13 1/2 years as manager of Tulpehocken Dairy, Spring Township, retiring in 1981. He was a 1931 graduate of Wilson High School. Sweitzer was a member of Kissinger's Lutheran Church, Wyomissing, where he served on council for 50 years. Surviving is a daughter, Loretta A. (Sweitzer) Price, Cumru Township. Other survivors include a sister, Elsie (Sweitzer) Weber, Wyomissing. There are also two grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 11 a.m. in Kissinger's Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township. Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 12, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Swenson, Grace

Private services were held for Grace (Astheimer) Swenson, 90, formerly of Pine Lane, Amity, who died August 2 in the Coventry Manor Nursing Home in South Coventry. Born in Royersford, she graduated from the former Royersford High School. Surviving are a son, Lowell C. Swenson of Boyertown; two daughters, Janet Updegrove of Douglasvile, Ga. and Nancy Mezaks of Yonkers, N.Y.; three grandsons; and two great-grandchildren. Services were at the Limerick Garden of Memories. The arrangements were handled by the Schumacher & Benner Funeral Home of Pottstown.

[Source: Southern Berks News, August 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Swetz, Lisa M.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in Holy Trinity Church, Hazleton, for Lisa M. Swetz, of Hazleton, who died of natural causes May 1 in Hazleton Health Care Alliance. Burial was private. She was the wife of Tony Swetz. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of Ronald Moll, Hamburg, and Sharon (Wessner) Moll, Maxatawny Township. She had been employed by Fleet Bank, Hazleton, last working as a senior sales and service representative. Swetz was a member of Holy Trinity Slovak Roman Catholic Church, Hazleton. She was a 1989 graduate of Kutztown Area High School. Surviving are a son, Kyle, at home, and a stepdaughter, Megan Swetz, Hazleton. Other survivors include a brother, Scott Moll, Hamburg, and a sister, Stacey (Moll) Lenhart, Topton.

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

Swetz, Lisa M.

Among the local survivors of Lisa M. (Moll) Swetz, 33, of Hazleton, who died of natural causes May 1 in Hazleton Health Care Alliance, is her father, Ronald Moll, and a brother, Scott Moll, both of Hamburg.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 20, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sweyer, Maria H. (nee Hoch)

Maria H. Sweyer (nee Hoch), widow of the late Coroner Sweyer, died on Sunday morning of general debility, after an illness of twenty-four weeks, at her home, at Fleetwood, Berks county. Mrs. Sweyer was a daughter of the late Samuel O. Hoch and wife, Sarah (nee Herbein), and was born in Richmond township, Berks county, on January 15, 1826, bringing her age to 85 years, 9 months and 20 days. Deceased is survived by the following children: Samuel H. Peter, of Allentown; Dr. Charles H. Peter, of Sunbury; Sue, wife of Dr. J. K. Seaman, Reading, and Emily, wife of D. F. Kelchman, of Fleetwood; one step-daughter, Mollie, wife of John S. Schaeffer, of Fleetwood, and one step-brother, John Peter, of Topton. Two brothers also survive, Joel Hoch, of Fleetwood, and Samuel Hoch, of Blandon. The funeral will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. from the residence of her step-daughter, Mrs. John S. Schaeffer, Main street. Services will be held in the United Evangelical church. Revs. A. E. Hangen, of Mohnton, and C. E. Hess, of Fleetwood, officiating. Burial will be made in Fleetwood cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 6, 1911, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Swinehart, John

Saturday night John Swinehart a farmer of Douglass Twp. near Niantic, died from pneumonia, following the grip. On Tuesday, the 3rd last, his wife died of the same disease. Both were buried together on Tuesday, 10th last at Sassamansville. Both were sixty years of age. There are nine children surviving, five daughters and four sons, all grown. Rev. Wm. B. Fox officiate.

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

Swisher, Nancy B.

Private services were arranged by the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, New Tripoli, Lehigh County, for Nancy B. Swisher, 63, Old Route 22, Lenhartsville, who died Nov. 1 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. Born in Albany Township, she was a daughter of the late Jesse and Esther (Kunkel) Miller. Last working in 1990, she had been employed as an aide at the Hamburg Center for 22 years. Surviving are two sons, Toby S. Swisher, Blandon, and Cory S. Swisher, at home. Other survivors include two brothers, Marlin J. Miller and Larry D. Miller, both of Kempton, and three sisters: Jean (Miller) Follweiler, Kempton; Fern (Miller) Boltz, Hamburg; and Linda Miller, Kutztown.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, November 6, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Swisher, Nancy B.

Private services were arranged by the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, New Tripoli, Lehigh County, for Nancy B. Swisher, Old Route 22, Lenhartsville, who died Nov. 1 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. Born in Albany Township, she was a daughter of the late Jesse and Esther (Kunkel) Miller. Last working in 1990, she had been employed as an aide at the Hamburg Center for 22 years. Surviving are two sons, Toby S. Swisher, Blandon, and Cory S. Swisher, at home. Other survivors include two brothers, Marlin J. Miller and Larry D. Miller, both of Kempton, and three sisters: Jean (Miller) Follweiler, Kempton; Fern (Miller) Boltz, Hamburg; and Linda Miller, Kutztown.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, November 7, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Swofford, Winifred C.

Winifred Connor Swafford, 86, Crystal River, Fla., formerly of Reading, died April 15 in Seven Rivers Memorial Hospital, Crystal River. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Harry J. and Adelaide (Harbach) Wike. Active in the Republican party in Philadelphia, Swafford was an unsuccessful candidate for Congress during the 1960s. She was a 1936 graduate of Reading High School. Surviving is a sister, Gloria (Wike) Kowalski, Wyomissing. The Brown Funeral Home, Crystal River, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 17, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Swope, Marguerite M.

Marguerite M. Swope, 83, Marion Township, died July 27 at 2:50 a.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient two days. Her husband, Lee H. Swope, died Sept. 21, 1995. Born in Reinholds, she was a daughter of the late Harry H. and Ada (Sweigart) Meckley. Swope was employed for many years in the cafeteria at Conrad Weiser High School, Robesonia, and Conrad Weiser Elementary School, retiring in 1987. She was a member of the Tulpehocken United Church of Christ, Richland. Surviving are four sons: Kenneth L. Sr., Carlos L. and Eugene A., all of Marion Township; and Glenn N., Dallas, Texas. Other survivors include a brother, Gordon Meckley, Newmanstown, Lebanon County; and a sister, Elizabeth (Meckley) Weidman, Denver, Lancaster County. There are also seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Curtis L. Swope, in 1945, and by a daughter, Janice M. (Swope) Seitz, in 1987. Services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in the Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Tulpehocken UCC Cemetery, Richland.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 28, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Swoyer, Clifford Floyd

Clifford Floyd, son of Charles and Elizabeth Swoyer, died of membraneous croup, aged 6 years, at the residence of the parents, 140 Thorn.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, November 17, 1903. Submitted by Nancy.]

Swoyer, Cosmus

Ex-Jury Commissioner Cosmus Swoyer died at his residence at Fleetwood on Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock, of apoplexy, aged 80 years. Deceased had a stroke of apoplexy Thursday, July 26, while sitting at the dinner table and was bedfast from that time on. He was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Swoyer and he lived in Richmond township and Fleetwood nearly all his life. He was engaged in the store business in town, and later lived retired. He served one term as chief burgess of Fleetwood. Deceased was a member of the Reformed Church. His widow survives.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 2, 1906, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Swoyer, Dora E.M.

Services were held in St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Kutztown, for Dora E. M. Swoyer, formerly of East Main Street, Kutztown, who died Feb. 27 in Kutztown Manor, where she had resided since Feb. 13, 2002. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown. She was predeceased by her husband, George W. H. Swoyer, who died July 29, 1954. Born in Mohnton, she was a daughter of the late Irwin R. and Elizabeth (Peters) Mosser. She was a 1933 graduate of the Homeopathic Hospital School of Nursing, West Chester. Until retiring in 1979, she was employed as night supervisor by the Lutheran Home at Topton from 1963. She was employed from 1955 to 1963 as an assistant to Dr. Calvin Weidner, and as a registered nurse by Community General Hospital, Reading, in the 1940's. Swoyer was a member of the Reading Choral Society from 1989 to 1995. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Kutztown, where she was a choir member from 1925 to 1995. Surviving are two sisters, Lillian H. (Mosser) Wasser, Lyons, and Roxie R. (Mosser) Reidenauer, Richmont Township. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, was in charge of arrangements.

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

Swoyer, Emma L.

Mrs. Emma L. Swoyer, more than 50 years a resident of Breinigsville, died at 12:35 p.m. Saturday at the Allentown hospital where she had been a patient for eight days of a two months illness. She was 76 years old. A native of Longswamp township, Berks county, Mrs. Smoyer was a daughter of the late William and Catherine, nee Shankweiler, Walbert. Since the death of her husband, Levere C. Swoyer, 18 months ago, she had been residing with a son, Edwin Swoyer, at Trexlertown. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Maxatawny-Zion church and was active in its Sunday school and Ladies Aid society. Surviving are her son, Edwin Swoyer; three brothers, George of Reading; Henry of Quakertown; and victor of Maxatawny; one sister, Mrs. George Wessner, Kutztown. Her husband and a son preceded her in death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 24, 1948, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Swoyer, Gertrude M.

Gertrude M. Swoyer, 79, died July 17 at 4:45 a.m. in her Exeter Township residence. She was the wife of George J. Swoyer. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Paul E. and E. Margaret (Yeagle) Goodhart. Swoyer was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Mount Penn, where she was a former Sunday school teacher and member of the Cradle Roll. She was a 1944 graduate of Mount Penn High School. Swoyer was secretary of the Gem Bowling League at Bowl-O-Rama and was a founding member and secretary of the Exeter Democratic Club. She served as editor of the Skyline Drive Corvette Club newsletter and was a third life member of the club. Swoyer is also survived by a son, David G., Birdsboro, and a daughter, Marjorie L. (Swoyer) Kissling, Reading. There are also six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Memorial services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Trinity UCC. Burial will be private. Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, is in charge of arrangements.

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

Swoyer, Helen M.

Services were held for Helen McCaughey Swoyer, 86,, of North Fort Myers, Fla., who died January 18 in Cape Coral Florida Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband, William Swoyer. Born in Perkiomenville, she was employed for 20 years as office manager by Williams Pontiac, Boyertown, and was last employed by Stearly's Motor Freight, Collegeville,, retiring in 1981. She was later employed as a customer service representative by Sun Bank in Fort Myers, Fla. She was a 1932 graduate of Pottstown High School. Swoyer was treasurer of the Tamiami Village Retirement Center, North Fort Myers, for many years. Surviving are a stepdaughter, Diane Pietrobone, and a stepsons, William Swoyer, both of Mohnton. Other survivors include a brother. The North Fort Myers Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

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

Swoyer, Mrs. John

Mrs. John Swoyer, widow of John Swoyer, died on Thursday morning at 10.30 in Maxatawny. She was ill only about five days. Death was caused by apoplexy, followed by erysipelas. Her age was eighty-six years. She was the second wife of John Swoyer, who died last spring at the age of ninety-three years. Two children survive: John, of Kline's Corner, and William, of Upper Macungie. She was buried at Siegfried's Church.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 5, 1896, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Swoyer, William C.

William C. Swoyer, who for 36 years was engaged in the plumbing and heating business, died Saturday evening at 5:15 o'clock at his home, 103 S. Home St., Topton. He was in his 62nd year. He was the son of the late William and Catherine (Sell) Swoyer, and was a member of the Lutheran faith, Perkiomen Lodge No. 495 F. and A.M. of East Greenville, Reading Consistory, Rajah Temple, and Topton Fire Co. and Beneficial society. He is survived by his wife, Ella (Groh) Swoyer, and one daughter, Arlene, at home. Services at above address at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Burial in St. John's cemetery, Hamburg.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 18, 1946, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Symosko, Judy B.

Services were held for Judy B. Symosko, 60 of Lancashire Hall in Lancaster, formerly of Boyertown, who died March 18 in her residence. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Inc., Boyertown.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 25, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Szilli, George

The body of Pfc. George Szilli, who died aboard a hospital ship on March 2, 1945, after being wounded while fighting with the Marines on Iwo Jima, will arrive at the Schofer funeral home, Topton, at 6:39 p.m. Thursday for reburial. Born in Rockland township, Berks county, Pfc. Szilli was a son of Frank and Katie (Picsko) Szilli, who now resided at Huff's church. Prior to his induction in the Marine Corps in February, 1944, he was employed by the Union Foundry Co. at Boyertown. Surviving are his parents; three sisters and five brothers: Mrs. Joseph Kreiser and Frank, both of Bechtelsville; Mrs. Paul Gambler, Alburtis; Elizabeth, John and Paul, all at home; Steven, Reading; and Joseph, Macungie R. 1. Full military rites will be conducted by members of Topton's Ray A. Master post 211, American Legion, at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Church of the Most Blessed Sacrament, Bally.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 28, 1948, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Szilli, John

John Szilli, 43, of Alburtis R. 1, died last night at home. He was employed as a maintenance man at Superior Underwear Co., Bechtelsville, until two weeks ago when taken ill. Born in Rockland Township, he was the husband of Alice (Heffner) Szilli and a son of the late Frank and Katie (Piecko) Szilli. Surviving with his widow are two children, Kathy and Randy, both at home; a stepdaughter, Mary, wife of Dennis Weller, Bechtelsville; three sisters, Mrs. Josephine Kreiser, Bechtelsville, and Mrs. Catherine Gambler and Elizabeth Szilli, both of Alburtis, and four brothers, Stephen, Reading R. 1; Frank, Bechtelsville; Joseph, Macungie R. 1, and Paul, Barto R. 1. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.

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

Szilli, Katie (nee Piscko)

Taken ill as she was leaving the Church of the Most Blessed Sacrament at Bally, where she attended Lenten devotions Friday night, Mrs. Katie (Piscko) Szilli, 62, wife of Frank Szilli Sr., Huffs Church, Barto R. 1, died shortly after she reached home. Dr. Eugene Mohr, Alburtis, had been summoned. Born in Austria-Hungary, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Michael Pisco, Mrs. Szilli came to America when she was 16. She lived in the Barto area since 1919 and for the last seven years at Huffs Church. Surviving are her husband and the following children: Pfc. Paul Szilli, Denver, Colo.; Mrs. Josephine Krieser, Bechtelsville; Stephen, Reading; Frank Jr., Bechtelsville; Joseph, Macungie, R. 1; Catherine, wife of Paul Gambler, Alburtis; Elizabeth, at home, and John, Alburtis R. 1. There also survive 21 grandchildren and a brother, Stephen Piscko, Europe. Another son, Pfc. George Szilli, USMC, was killed 1945 on Iwo Jima.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 16, 1952, page 47. Submitted by Jerri.]