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Mrs. Catharine Wagaman, aged resident of Temple, died at 8.45 o'clock Friday night after having been bedfast for the past three years. Mrs. Wagaman, who was in her 92nd year, leaves 57 descendants, including 22 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters and three brothers. A native of Greenwich township, Berks county, she was the daughter of Benneville and Catharine, nee Seigel, Heinly. An invalid for the last eleven years, she had resided with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Schroeder, 5008 Kutztown Rd., Temple. Mrs. Wagaman was a member of the Lutheran wing of Dunkel's church. Surviving are these children: Samuel, Breinigsville; David, Dreibelbis Station; Henry, Tacoma, Wash.; Mrs. Milton Leiby, Topton; Mrs. Katie Herring, Dreibelbis Station; Mrs. Milton Schroeder, with whom she resided. In addition to the grandchildren, there survive two sisters, Mrs. Robert Hoke, Penn Brook; Mrs. Mary Pockler, Harrisburg; three brothers, Matthew and David Heinly, Byron, Ill.; William Heinly, Harrisburg. Her husband, David L. Wagaman, died 28 years ago. Funeral services will be held from the late residence at 1.30 p.m. Wednesday. Further services will follow in Dunkel's church with interment in adjoining cemetery. Rev. Ira Klick will officiate. Friends may call Tuesday evening.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 5, 1942, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Donald P. Wagaman, of Lyons Road, Rockland Township, who died of natural causes April 11 shortly after arrival at Reading Hospital. Burial was in New Jerusalem Union Cemetery, Rockland Township. He was the husband of Brenda L. (Schaeffer) Wagaman. Born in Albany Township, he was a son of Marian E. (Herman) Wagaman Reimert, Kutztown, and the late Paul Wagaman. Until retiring in May 1998, he was employed as a delivery driver by Coca-Cola, Reading, for 28 years. He was a member of New Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Rockland Township. Wagaman was an Army National Guard veteran. Also surviving are two sons, Dean P. Wagaman, Walnutport, Lehigh County, and Todd A. Wagaman, Easton, Northampton County; and two daughters, Dawn R. (Wagaman) Wartzenluft, Mertztown, and Amanda M. Wagaman, at home. There are also three grandchildren.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, April 17, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Edwin G. Wagaman, a blacksmith, died Saturday at his home in Kempton. He was 62. A native of the Kempton vicinity, he was the son of the late Paul and Lucinda, nee Frey, Wagaman. He had operated a farm for a number of years prior to taking up blacksmith work. Mr. Wagaman was a member of Friedens Reformed church, Stony Run; Kempton G. of I.A., No. 544; International Molders Union, No. 114. Surviving are his widow, nee Clara Kistler; five children, Earl, Stony Run; Paul, Kutztown; Lillian, wife of LeRoy Kistler, Breinigsville; Nevin, Topton; Edwin Jr., Stony Run. Also surviving are nine grandchildren, two brothers, Howard of Slatington and Arthur of Reading; one sister, Mrs. Ida Bittner, Lynnport. Private funeral services will be held at 1.30 p.m. Thursday from the late home, with continued public services in Friedens church, Stony Run. Rev. A. L. Brumbaugh will officiate and interment will be made in adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, May 3, 1942, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Elda M. Wagaman, 62, Lenhartsville, wife of Frank M. Wagaman, died Friday night in St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading. A native of Lenhartsville, she was a daughter of the late George and Annie (Adam) DeLong. She was a member of the United Church of Christ, Lenhartsville. Besides her husband she is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Fitzsimon, Caldwell, N.J., and Mrs. Bertha Ehrie, Kutztown. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Burkey and Spacht Funeral Home, Hamburg. Viewing will be Monday night at the funeral home.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 12, 1964, page D-9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jeremiah Wagaman, aged 47 years, of Wesnersville, Albany township, Berks Co., died recently of typhoid fever in the St. Joseph hospital, Reading. He is survived by the following brothers and sisters: John K. Wagaman, Klinesville; David L. Wagaman, Dreibelbis; W. K. Wagaman, Lynnville; Nathan Wagaman, Mahoning; Mrs. Catharine Wesner, Wesnersville; and Mrs. Amelia Kressley, Seipstown.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 11, 1900, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Karl Wagaman, 13-year-old son of Earl W. and Pearl, nee Merkel, Wagaman, of Stoney Run, near Reading, died Friday morning in the Warren hospital, Phillipsburg, N.J., of injuries received when he fell under the wheels of a truck early Friday morning, near West Portal, N.J. The boy, according to New Jersey State police reports, was running along side of a truck driven by George Seidel, Mertztown, N.J., when he fell and rolled under the truck. The back wheels of the truck passed over him and crushed his body. Besides his parents, the youth is survived by a brother, Private Ralph Wagaman, U.S. Marine Corps, Brooklyn, N.Y.; a maternal grandfather, Charles Wert, Centerport, and a maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Rosa Faust, Kempton. The deceased was a member of the Friedens Union Sunday school, and of the 8th grade of the Stoney Run school. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the late residence with further services at the Friedens church. Interment in cemetery adjoining church. Stump's funeral home, Kempton, has charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 11, 1943, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Died. On the 15th ult., in Longswamp, Berks Co., Charles Wagehorst, aged 69 years, 4 months and 21 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, December 5, 1883, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Annie, wife of Llewellyn Wagenhorst, died yesterday at her home in Wernersville, aged 70 years. She was a daughter of the late Peter and Sarah (Troxel) Nagle and was a member of the Reformed denomination.
Surviving besides her husband are two brothers, Harry and Charles and two sisters, Mrs. Sallie Reifsnyder, and Mrs. Minnie Geysher, all of this city.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, 30 March 1942. Submitted by Nancy.]
Asher M. Wagenhorst of Mertztown died yesterday morning in the Hamilton Convalescent Home, Allentown. He was 76. A native of Mertztown, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Wagenhorst. He is survived only by his widow, Jennie E. (Werner) Wagenhorst. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the Fritz and Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Thursday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 30, 1962, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]
After illness extending for several years, C. Milton Wagenhorst, a prominent and highly respected citizen of Alburtis died on Tuesday in his 56th year. He is survived by his wife, nee Hertzog, and two children, Rev. Jacob Wagenhorst, of Duncannon, and a daughter, the wife of Rev. Wm. DeLong, of Annville. The funeral will be held tomorrow, Friday, with services at the house at 10 o'clock a.m. Interment will be made on the Longswamp church cemetery.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 7, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Able to be about until noon Saturday, Mrs. Missouri S. Wagenhorst, wife of Ashur M. Wagenhorst, died on Saturday night at 7.30 o'clock at her home in Mertztown, of pneumonia. She was 48 years, 1 month and 20 days of age. Mrs. Wagenhorst was a daughter of John and Susan, nee Stoner, Werner, and was born in Lancaster county. She is survived by her husband and one son, C. Ray Wagenhorst, at home, and these brothers and sisters: John, of Oakbrook, near Reading; Charles, Milton and Walter, of Mohnton; Barton and Chester, of Shillington; Jennie Werner, Mohnton, and Mrs. Robert Reigner, also of Mohnton; Mrs. Roy Musser and Mrs. Charles Fox, of Reading. She had a host of friends and was highly regarded in the community. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran church, Mohnton, and of Victory Temple, Ladies of the Golden Eagle, of Mohnton. The funeral will be held Thursday at 1.30 o'clock at her late home, with services in charge of Rev. M. H. Stettler. interment will be made in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown.
[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday, March 5, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Howard J. Wagenhurst, formerly of Fairview Drive, Leesport and Fleetwood, who died May 13 in Kutztown Manor, where he had been a resident since April 30. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Charles R. and Annie L. (Labe) Wagenhurst. Until retiring in 1980, he was employed as a ground supervisor by Jeannes Hospital, Philadelphia, for 10 years. He was previously employed as a surplus store manager in Alaska. Wagenhurst was a pitcher in the PIttsburgh Pirates farm system in the late 1930s and early 1940s. He was World War II Army veteran. Wagenhurst was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. Surviving are a sister, Mae (Wagenhurst) Yerger, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, May 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Howard J. Wagenhurst, 83, formerly of Fairview Drive, Leesport and Fleetwood, who died May 13 in Kutztown Manor, where he had been a resident since April 30. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Charles R. and Annie L. (Labe) Wagenhurst. Until retiring in 1980, he was employed as a ground supervisor by Jeannes Hospital, Philadelphia, for 10 years. He was previously employed as a surplus store manager in Alaska. Wagenhurst was a pitcher in the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system in the late 1930s and early 1940s. He was World War II Army veteran. Wagenhurst was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. Surviving are a sister, Mae (Wagenhurst) Yerger, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 21, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Wagner -- In Shartlesville, August 29th, Benjamin Oliver, son of Levi B. and Susanna Wagner, aged 4 years, 10 months and 6 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 25, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Wagner--In this city, on the 9th inst., Bright W. Wagner, aged 26 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice from the residence of the father, William Wagner, 813 N. Front St., on Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, 11 August 1924. Submitted by: Nancy.]
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 13, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Dorothy M. Wagner, 84, formerly of Alsace Township, died Aug. 6 at 5 p.m. in Wyomissing Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Reading, where she had been a resident for four years. Her husband, Ralph M. Wagner, died in 1988. She was a daughter of the late Adam E. and Alice C. (Emes) Herb. Wagner had been employed for 23 years as a lathe operator by the Spicer's Division of Dana Corp., Pottstown, retiring in 1967. She was a member of Zion (Spies) Evangelical Reformed Church, Alsace Township. Wagner is survived by several nieces and nephews. Services will be private. Burial will be in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Township. Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 8, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
MRS. EMMA WAGNER, (nee Manbeck), died at Schuylkill Haven, Pa., on Saturday, December 19, 1936, at the age of 78 years, after an illness of three years. She was the widow of Charles Wagner and was a member of the Bethany Church, Cressona, for many years. Besides her husband, four children preceded her to the Heavenly Land. The following children survive to mourn her departure: Stella, wife of Wm. Weaver, Pottsville; Mary, wife of Edward Smith, Hamburg; Sarah, wife of Charles Kistler, Hamburg; Verna, Head nurse of the Methodist Hospital, Philadelphia; Marjorie, wife of Raymond Schaeffer, Cressona; Hazel, at home; Heber, of Pottsville; and Willard and Guy, of Schuylkill Haven. Two sisters, Mrs. Sally Reichert, of Schuylkill Haven, and Mrs. Herman Brown, of Harrisburg. 27 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren also survive. Rev. Gingrich, of the Evangelical Church, assisted in the funeral services. __J. S. Harper
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XIII, no. 1, January 5, 1937, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]
Services were held in Friedens Church, Shartlesville, for Evelyn C. Wagner, 75, Old Route 22, Upper Tulpehocken Township, who died Jan. 16 shortly after being admitted to Reading Hospital. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. She was the wife of LeRoy W. Wagner. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of the late Vernon and Mary (Hendricks) Downing. She was a member of Friedens Church. Also surviving are two daughters, Eileen K. (Wagner) Metz and Nancy L. (Wagner) Schwartz, both of Bernville, and five grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Dorothy A. (Downing) Kilousky and Thelma B. (Downing) Hiester, both of Strausstown.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, January 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Helen V. Wagner, 88, Reading, died April 10 at 9 a.m. in Beverly Healthcare Reading, Exeter Township, where she had been a resident since Dec. 23. She was the wife of Robert P. Wagner. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late John and Frances (Szymanski) Katarzynski. Wagner had been employed for several years as a topper by Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing. She was a member of St. Catharine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, Exeter Township. Wagner is also survived by four daughters: Janet M. (Wagner) Dolan, Exeter Township; Barbara J. (Wagner) Crater, Bridgewater, N.J.; Theresa H. (Wagner) Kennedy, Bass Lake, Calif.; and Cathy A. (Wagner) Hahn, Bern Township. Other survivors include a sister, Betty (Katarzynski) Fotias, Pennside. There are also 11 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and four stepgreat-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Nancy L. Wagner, on Dec. 12, 1961. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Catharine of Siena Church. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, April 11, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Henry Smith Wagner, son of the late Isaac Wagner and wife, Susanna Smith, was born U. Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co., March 24, 1849, and was baptized in infancy. He was confirmed in Zion Church, Strausstown, by Rev. Joel Grim, and was married to Katie Elizabeth Morgan, March 24, 1894; this union was blessed with nine children, two preceded him in death. Mr. Wagner died Thursday July 16, 1931, in their home near Strausstown, at an age of 82 years, 3 months and 22 days, and is survived by his wife, three sons, four daughters, five grandchildren and one sister. His funeral took place July 19, with services in their home and Zion Church, Strausstown, where interment was made.
[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1932. Submitted by Kathy.]
Wagner - in Tulpehocken, January 27th, Isaac H. Wagner, aged 57 years and 27 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 10, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]
Josephine A. Wagner, 62, of Orchard View Drive, Amity Township, died Oct. 28 in St. Joseph Medical Center. She was the wife of Richard L. Wagner. She was born in Lebanon. Wagner was last employed by Phoenix Services, Lebanon. She was a member of St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Lebanon. Wagner is also survived by two daughters, Kim L. (Wagner) Koury, Douglassville, and Jennifer L. (Wagner) Lavelle, Pine Grove, Schuylkill County. Other survivors include two brothers, Paul Kiscadden, in Delaware, and James Kiscadden, Lebanon; and a sister, Frances (Kiscadden) Yost, Lebanon. There is also a granddaughter. Services were held on Nov. 1. Burial was held at the Holy Cross Cemetery, Lebanon. Thompson Funeral Home, Inc., Lebanon, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, November 6, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Wagner - In Upper Bern, on December 29th, Kate Caroline, daughter of Joseph B. and Catharine M. Wagner, aged 4 years 2 months and 27 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 19, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]
Funeral services were held for Leon R. Wagner Jr., 75, of Englesville Road, Boyertown, who died July 8 in his home. He was the widower of Gloria (Rightnour) Wagner. He was born in Gordon, Schuylkill County and worked as a pipe fitter for the former B.F. Goodrich Co. in Oaks. Wagner was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by two sons, Leon R. Wagner III of Gilbertsville and Jeff Wagner of Pottstown; one daughter, Melissa Wagner of Pottstown; two stepsons, Dean Rotenberger of Pottstown and Charles Rotenberger of Bethlehem; one stepdaughter, Dianne Geissinger of Coatesville. Also three brothers, Albert Wagner of Norfolk, Va., Roy Wagner of Stowe and Ray Wagner of Pottstown; one sister, Diane Schults of Boyertown; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Contributions may be made to the Cancer Center at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center, 1600 High St., Pottstown, PA 19464. Burial was private. The arrangements were handled by the Warker-Troutman Funeral Home, Pottstown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, July 17, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Lester John, son of Anson A. Wagner and wife Cora May Feick, born Jan. 4, 1931, U. Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co.; was baptized Feb. 16, 1931 by Rev. W. A. Dries. He died Tues., Sept. 6, 1932, at the age of one year, eight months and two days. He is survived by his parents, one brother and one sister, also grandparents on mother and father's side, and great-grandfather Isaac Lesher. He was buried Sept. 9, 1932, with services in the home and Friedens Church, Shartlesville, and burial in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1933. Submitted by Kathy.]
Wagner -- In Robesonia, on the 3d instant, Mrs. Louisa Wagner, wife of Wm. Wagner, aged 50 years, 11 months and 3 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 13, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]
In Upper Bern, on the 28th December, Lydia, wife of Benjamin Wagner, aged 49 years, 6 months and 3 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 19, 1856. Submitted by Kathy.]
Wagner - Near Millersburg, on the 14th inst., Lydia, wife of Jeremiah Wagner, aged 48 years, 10 months and 28 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 30, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]
Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Centerport, for Mildred L. Folk Wagner, 79, formerly of Ontelaunee Township, who died Nov. 7 in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had resided since Aug. 10. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. She was predeceased by her first husband, Raymond O. Folk, who died Aug. 17, 1966, and by her second husband, William D. Wagner, who died Nov. 5, 1998. Born in Bern Township, she was a daughter of the late Leroy J. and Mary B. (Graeff) Weist. She was the owner/operator of the Leesport Auction Restaurant for seven years and operated various refreshment stands at the auction during the late 1950's and early 1960's. Wagner was a member of Salem (Belleman's) Union Church, Centre Township. Surviving are two sons, Richard A. Folk, Penn Township, and Brian R. Folk, Richmond Township, and a daughter, Lois A. (Folk) DeAngelo, Monroe Township, Cumberland County. Other survivors include two stepsons, Kenneth W. Wagner, Shoemakersville, and Dennis F. Wagner, Perry Township, and two stepdaughters, Carol A. (Wagner) Emery, Penn Township, and Charlotte M. (Wagner) Rickenbach, Hamburg. There are also seven grandchildren, 11 step-grandchildren, a great-granddaughter, and seven step-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers: Leroy H. Weist, Ontelaunee Township; and John W. Weist and Kenneth K. Weist, both of Centre Township. There are also five sisters: Ada (Weist) Spatz, Centre Township; Mae (Weist) Christ, Leesport; Betty J. (Weist) Naftzinger, Upper Bern Township; Mary K. (Weist) Snyder, Reinholds; and Anna R. (Weist) Lied, Sinking Spring.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, November 13, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of Mildred L. Folk Wagner, formerly of Ontelaunee Township, who died Nov. 7 in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, is a son, Brian R. Folk, Richmond Township.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, November 14, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Milton Wagner, a well-known resident of Huff's church, died Tuesday, aged fifty-five years. In the excitement caused by a fire which consumed a stone cutter's building next door, a short time ago, the unfortunate man fell down a flight of stairs while working hard to save his own home. The injuries thus sustained, it is believed, helped to hasten the end. Funeral services at Huff's Church on Monday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 2, 1916, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Myles H. Wagner Sr., 76, Fleetwood, died June 15 at 6:40 p.m. in the Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since May 29. He was the husband of Anna Mae (Seyfert) Wagner. Born in Perry Township, he was a son of the late Herbert S. and Bertha (Hemerley) Wagner. Wagner was employed for 18 years as a silver solderer by Orr & Sembower Inc., Reading, and was last employed for 22 years as a roll grinder by Carpenter Steel Technologies, retiring in 1991. He was a member of St. Michael's Church, Tilden Township. Wagner was a life member of the Hamburg, Shoemakersville and Shartlesville fire companies. He was a 50-year member and past president of the Patriotic Order Sons of America, Fleetwood. Wagner was a life member of the Moose Lodge 523, Hamburg; Huguenot Lodge 377, F & AM, Kutztown; the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Reading; and the Rajah Temple, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. He is also survived by three daughters: Sandra A. (Wagner) Skuczas and Joan M. (Wagner) Shiner, both of Blandon; and Karlene G. (Wagner) Olmstead, Maxatawny Township. Other survivors include five sons: Barry L., Shoemakersville, Dale L., Centre Township; Myles H. Jr. and Lynn R., both of Fleetwood; and Dean S. , Hamburg. Also surviving is a brother, M. Homer, Muhlenberg Township. There are also 19 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Brenda B. (Wagner) Krick, in 1996. Services will be Monday at 11 a.m. in the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in St. Michael's Cemetery, Tilden Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 17, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Paul Claire, son of John N. Wagner and wife, Florence S. (nee Schoedler), of Kutztown, passed away from a complication of infantile ailments ending in convulsions, on Sunday morning at 6.45, June 11, aged 5 months and 12 days. He was born in Kutztown, December 29, 1921, and was baptized January 31, 1922, by Rev. J. W. Bittner, the parents having been sponsors. After brief services at the house on Highland Avenue, on Tuesday, June 13 at 1 p.m. the cortege, led by Undertaker William Fritz, of Kutztown, proceeded to Huff's Church, where further services were held and interment made in the “Hertzog-Rauch.” Bond of Shamrock officiated. Both parents and the two brothers, John and William, remain to mourn his early departure from this life. A fond and pathetic experience was made at the interment when little brother, William of tender years, did not want his baby brother's remains to be committed to the grave, showing how deeply attached children may become in a few short months.
[Source: "Shamrock news," Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, June 18, 1922, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]
Private services were held for Paul J. Wagner, 89, formerly of James Street, Honey Brook, Chester County, who died November 3 in the Tel Hai Nursing Center, near Honey Brook, where he had resided for two years. His wife, Dorothy C. (Bewley) Wagner, died in 2000. Born in East Waterford, Juniata County, Wagner was employed as a crane operator by Lukens Steel Co., Coatesville, retiring in January 1978. Surviving are four grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Thomas Wagner, in 1996. Burial was in Honey Brook Methodist Cemetery. The John P. Feeney Funeral Home Inc., was in charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, November 13, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Wagner - In Centre, May 21st, Rebecca, wife of Valentine B. Wagner, aged 71 years, 1 month and 28 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 2, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]
WAGNER - In Hamburg, on the 2d inst., Rebecca Wagner (nee Renno), wife of Jesse Wagner, aged 73 years, 3 months and 27 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, South 3d Street, Hamburg, on Thursday at 10 a.m., at the house. Services in St. John's Church. Interment in St. John's Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 4, 1897. Submitted by Betty.]
In this city on the 30st inst., Russel H., son of Dr. Levi and Anna L. (nee Cleaver) Wagner aged 4 years 9 months, and 2 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from the residence of the parents, 610 North 10th St., on Saturday at 8:30 a.m. To proceed to Pleasantville, where services and interment will take place.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 1, 1907. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
WAGNER - In this city, on the 5th inst., Sarah A Wagner, aged 69 years 1 month and 17 days. Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral services, on Sunday evening at 8:30. Funeral will leave on Monday morning for Bernville, where services and interment will take place. Services at 10"30 a.m. in St. Thomas Union Church, Bernville. Interment in Bernville Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 9, 1911. Submitted by Betty.]
William T. Wagner, a veteran of the Spanish-American War, died yesterday morning in the Allentown hospital after being ill one day. He was 77 years old and resided at 31 N. 9th St. The son of the late Henry and Elizabeth, nee Bartholomew, Wagner, he was born in Allentown. His wife, the former Julia Laden, preceded him in death many years ago. He was a member of the sacred Heart church, the Tri-Clover Fire Co., Siegersville, and Camp Schwartz Post No. 2, Spanish-American War Veterans. He had been employed at the Richmond Memorial hospital, Staten Island, N.Y., and later at the Allentown hospital. Survivors are: two sisters, Mrs. Daisy Schaffer, of Siegersville; and Mrs. Bella Fries, of Allentown. Funeral at 8:30 a.m. Monday from the J. S. Burkholder funeral home, 1601 Hamilton St., with continued services in the Sacred Heart church. Interment in Greenwood cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 3, 1945, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]
Died. On the 12th ult., in Longswamp, Catharine, wife of Charles Wagonhorst, aged 68 years, 3 months and 27 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 5, 1879, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Kutztown, Jan 6 -- Charles M. Wagonhorst, retired tinsmith, of 149 Walnut Street, this borough, died in St. Joseph's Hospital, aged 79 years. Surviving are his widow, Sarah (Snyder); five children, Anthony G., of Canada; Charles M. Jr., this borough; Harry, of Eshbach; Clarabelle, wife of John R Lobell, of Johnstown, PA; Paul H. of Port Clinton; 10 grandchildren and a sister, Annie, wife of Henry Deisher, this borough.
Funeral Services will be Sunday at 2 p.m. in the William S. Fritz Funeral Chapel with the Rev. E.K. Angstadt officiating. Interment will be made in Hope Cemetery, this borough.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 6, 1939. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Isaac Wagonhorst died on Monday night of last week at his home in Kutztown after an illness of about a year, aged 86 years. Deceased was born in Greenwich township, where he resided until about 30 years ago, when he removed to Kutztown. He was twice married. His second wife and one daughter by the first wife, now Mrs. Isaac F. Christ, survive. His only son, James F., of Mertztown, died week before last.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 15, 1902, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
James F. Wagonhorst, a well known merchant of Mertztown, died of apoplexy on Thursday, aged 47 years. He is survived by his wife, Maria, a son, Asher, and a sister, Mrs. Isaac Christ, of Kutztown. He was born in Greenwich tsp., Berks Co., in 1854, and spent his first 20 years on the farm of his father, Isaac Wagonhorst. He received his early education in the township school, and completed his education at the Normal School, Kutztown. After teaching school five years he followed various vocations until the spring of 1881, when he engaged in the general store business at Monterey, Maxatawny. In the spring of 1883 he moved to Mertztown, at which place he has since resided, conducting there a general store.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 8, 1902, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Charles W. Wahl, 83, formerly of Reading, died May 24 at 1:25 a.m. in Berks Heim Annex, where he had been a resident since December 2003. He was the husband of Betty J. (Reichardt) Wahl, Reading. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Sam and Ella (Fritz) Kemp. Wahl had been employed for 36 years by Reading Tube Corp., retiring as a foreman in 1981. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Wahl is also survived by a daughter, Joan A. (Wahl) Moyer, Reading. Other survivors include three brothers: Barney Kemp, Wyomissing, and Robert and Abe Kemp, both of Reading; and three sisters: Jane (Kemp) Donahue, Lower Alsace Township; Mary Jane (Kemp) Seyfert, Exeter Township; and Anna (Kemp) Eifert, Birdsboro. There are also two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be Friday at 1:30 p.m. in the Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, May 25, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in St. Mary Church, Kutztown, for Margaret M. Wahl, of Cape Coral, Fla., and formerly of Fleetwood, who died May 25 in Hope Hospice, Fort Myers, Fla. Burial was in St. Pauls Union Cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband Warren Wahl, who died in 1986. Born in Schenectady, N.Y., she was a daughter of the late James and Margaret (Cooke) Butler. She was employed as a nurse at Ellis Hospital, Schenectady, for many years. Wahl was a World War II Navy veteran. Surviving are a son, David Wahl, North Fort Myers, Fla.; and two daughters, Barbara (Wahl) Williams, Briarcliff Manor, N.Y., and Kathleen (Wahl) Wengel, Northampton. There are also six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, June 12, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Died. On the 27th ult., in Longswamp, Jacob Walb, aged 81 years, 3 months and 15 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 15, 1883, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
William Walb, aged 80 years, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Warren Yocom, 121 S. 9th St., Reading. Funeral on Monday, Jan. 14, at 2 p.m. at the Mertztown church. Mr. Walb was a former resident of Mertztown but for the last ten years had his home with his daughter.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, January 13, 1924, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Following a stroke of apoplexy, William Walb, aged 80 years, died at Reading. He was born in Longswamp township and came to Reading 13 years ago. Prior to that time he resided at Mertztown for 40 years. His parents were the late Jacob and Sarah (Hoverter) Walb. He was a member of the Mertztown Lutheran church. Mr. Walb was married twice, his first wife, Mary Ellen (States) Walb having died 36 years ago. His second wife, Sarah (Weida) Walb, died 20 years ago. Surviving are two children, Ella, wife of Warren Yocom, of Reading, and Herbert, Stoney Creek; four stepchildren, Annie, wife of John Itinger; Maggie, wife of Charles Cornelison; Hannah, widow of George Albright, all of Mertztown; and Milton Harris, Allentown; also six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Mr. Walb was the last of his immediate family.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 14, 1924, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
The people of Longswamp township have been greatly shocked by the deaths within twenty-four hours of each other of Miss Alice E. Walbert and Sylvester Clauser. They were out sleighing recently with a party, and were upset and thrown out. Miss Walbert died shortly afterwards of concussion of the brain. Mr. Clauser did not appear to be hurt, and for several days worked as usual. Then he sickened and died within twenty-four hours.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 1, 1893, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Annie C. (Cronrath) Walbert, Maxatawny correspondent for The Morning Call for 32 years, died last night in her home. She was 72. She was the wife of Victor Walbert. They would have been married 48 years next month. Born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late James and Ellen (Warmkessel) Cronrath. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Maxatawny Zion Union Church. She was active in Kutztown Grange. Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Anna, wife of Maurice Mertz, Reading R. 2, and Miss Mae Walbert, Irvington, N.J.; a son, Nathan, of Allentown; three grandchildren; five sisters, Mrs. Mary Bogart, Mrs. Ada Reinsmith, Mrs. Estella Heabner, Mrs. Allen Jones and Mrs. Thomas Schuyler, all of Allentown, and a brother, Maurice Cronrath, Breinigsville R. 1. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Maxatawny Church, with viewing 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday at the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 6, 1960, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]
The descendants of the late Benj. Walbert held a reunion near his old homestead with one of his sons, William Walbert, at Farmington, on Sunday, July 28. These are the data of the Walbert family: Benj. Walbert and his wife Anna, nee Grim, had two sons and six daughters. David, of Allentown; William, of Farmington; Mrs. Daniel (Mary Ann) Ziegler, deceased, of Snydersville; Mrs Harry (Fianna) Reppert, of Maxatawny; Mrs. Joseph (Amelia) Zumkeiler, of Reading; Mrs. Frank (Susan) Grasley, of Allentown; Mrs. Jacob (Eliza) Gerhart, of Topton, and Mrs. Augustus (Catherine) Schmidt, of Reading.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 30, 1912, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Shortly before 7 o'clock on Monday morning while a number of the employees of the Trexler Cooperage Company, at Mertztown, on the East Penn railroad, were standing in front of the boiler warming themselves, the boiler exploded, and killed three men instantly, injuring another so that he died in a short time, and severely wounding several others. The dead are Charles W. Oswald, aged 38 years, and leaving a wife and children; Sassaman Hilbert, aged 26 years, leaving a wife, but no children; Henry Eppler, aged 18 years, unmarried, and Charles Walbert, aged 37 years, leaving a wife, but no children. The seriously injured are James Bauscher, aged 45 years, who will probably die; Samuel Eppler, arm broken and injured internally, and William Bortz, badly scalded. Several others were slightly hurt. The boiler was torn in two parts, one section taking a direct course through the building and landing 600 feet from the Works. The other section was hurled nearly as great a distance. That part of the building in which the boiler was located was shattered. The Works had forty hands in employ, only a few of whom, however, were in the building when the explosion occurred. Some contend that the boiler was old and rotten, while the proprietors of the works assert that the injector refused to work, and that when the water got too low the boiler exploded. The engineer was at work at the injector at the time, and although knocked down, he was not seriously injured. An inquest was held in the evening on the bodies of the dead. The testimony showed that the steam gauge registered sixty pounds when the boiler went off, and that shortly before that the injector, which pumps water into the boiler, had refused to work. In addition, one witness, an engineer at the factory, testified that the boiler was leaking, while another stated under oath that the engineer, Samuel Epler, who was injured, was engaged on Sunday in repairing the boilers. The inquest was then adjourned until yesterday for securing an expert to examine the boiler. Two of the injured will die.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 19, 1890, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Claude J. Walbert, World War veteran and prominently known in Berks and Lehigh counties through his fraternal affiliations, passed away yesterday morning at 7 o'clock at his late home, Main street, Topton, in his 47th year. He suffered from a complication of ailments since last August. Mr. Walbert was a carpenter by trade, and for many years was a foreman for M. A. Stump, contractor of Maxatawny. He served with the Headquarters company, 310th, F.A.N.A., during the World War. He was a member of Ray A. Master Post, No. 217, American Legion, of Topton; the Topton Fire company, P.O.S. of A., No. 172, of Topton; F.O.E., 839, of Kutztown, and the Hamburg chapter of the 40 et 8. Mr. Walbert was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of the late William and Catherine, nee Shankweiler, Walbert. His wife, Zenobia, nee Rothermel, preceded him in death June 16, 1928. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Ziegel's church. He is survived by a six-year-old son, Lee, at home, and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Emma Schweyer, Breinigsville; Mrs. Clara Wessner, Kutztown; Victor Walbert, Maxatawny; George Walbert, Reading, and Henry Walbert, Quakertown. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon. Short services at the late home at 1.30 o'clock will be followed by continued services in Ziegel's church. Burial will be made in the Ziegel's church cemetery. Friends may call at his late home Wednesday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 21, 1935, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Death came as a blessed relief yesterday morning to David Walbert, an aged resident of this city, who for the past five years had been ailing with a complication of diseases and for the last three years was confined to his bed. The deceased was aged 73 years. Born at Longswamp, the son of Benjamin and Annie Walbert, the deceased spent the greater part of his life on the farm at that place, which was for a number of years conducted by his father and which later he conducted. The family moved to this city from Longswamp 11 years ago and have since resided here. He was a member of the Reformed Church at Longswamp and also of Lodge No. 102, Knights of Pythias. Besides his wife he is survived by the following children: Mrs. Henry Rabenold, Kutztown; Mrs. Edwin Herst, Franklin J., Benjamin L., and Harry D. Walbert, Allentown; Ella, Milton R., Charles F., and Nelson W. Walbert, at home. These sisters and brothers also survive: William Walbert, Longswamp; Mrs. Amelia Zunkeller and Mrs. Charles Schmidt, Reading; Mrs. Harry Reppert, Maxatawny; Mrs. Eliza Gerhart, Topton, and Mrs. Susanna Gracely, Allentown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 24, 1913, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]
Edwin J. Walbert, of 121 E. Smith St., Topton, died at 7 p.m. yesterday in Allentown hospital where he had been a patient since Tuesday. He was the husband of Mrs. Emma (Seidel) Walbert and was about 69 years old. Survivors include a son, George J. Walbert, Topton, and a daughter, Annie, wife of George Fritzinger, near New Tripoli. He also leaves three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Mary Moyer, near Breinigsville.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 27, 1948, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
George B. Walbert, 78, of 621 Weiser St., Reading, died Thursday night in his home. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late William and Catherine (Shankweiler) Walbert. He was a retired baker and was a member of New Jerusalem Reformed Church. He is survived by a son Forrest, at home, and a granddaughter. There are two brothers, Victor, Maxatawny, and Henry, Quakertown. His wife, the former Sallie Eckert, died in 1945. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday in the Miller Funeral Home, 48 N. 4th St., Reading.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 5, 1956, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Gloria Kathleen, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer L. Walbert, of Shamrock, died Wednesday afternoon at the Allentown hospital, from pneumonia, aged 3 months and 25 days. The child is survived by the parents, one sister, Mae, and two brothers, Ernest and Elmer L., Jr. The funeral will be held from the home of the parents. All services will be conducted at the house by Rev. W. L. Meckstroth. Interment will be made in Longswamp church cemetery.
[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, April 23, 1931. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Helen Mae, nee DeLong, wife of Elmer L. Walbert, passed away at 7 o'clock Friday morning at her home at Shamrock. She was 42. The daughter of Amandus DeLong and the late Mary Ann, nee Boyer, she was a native of Langswamp township, Berks county. In addition to her husband, she leaves three sons, Elmer L. Jr., Ernest L. and Robert W., all at home; two daughters, Mae I. at home, and Mrs. Robert Shimer, of Allentown; her father at Bethlehem; one sister, Mrs. James Cunningham, of Bethlehem; and a brother, Ernest DeLong, of Allentown. Rev. Donald Englert of Mertztown will officiate at funeral services to be held from her late home on Tuesday at 2 p.m. D.S.T. Interment will be made in Longswamp church cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 18, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Ida L. Walbert, 87, widow of Peter Walbert, died yesterday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frederick Rinehard, 215 W. Lynwood St. She was a daughter of the late Levi and Anna (Fegley) Howerter. She was a member of the Reformed wing of Longswamp Church. Surviving beside her daughter are a son, Clarence, Shamrock; another daughter, Minerva, wife of Charles Druckenmiller, Shamrock; one brother, Alvin, Shamrock; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 22, 1953, page 59. Submitted by Jerri.]
Isaac Walbert, of near the Longswamp Church, in Maxatawny tsp., died on Monday, of apoplexy, aged about 50 years. The funeral will take place Friday afternoon. Rev. N. W. Helfrich will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, December 16, 1896, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Isaac Walbert, of near Longswamp Church, died yesterday of apoplexy, aged about 50 years. Funeral will take place Friday afternoon, Rev. N. W. Helffrich officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 15, 1896, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services and burial were private for John J. Walbert, infant son of John H. Walbert and Jennifer M. (Stringer) Jones, Broadway Avenue, Exeter Township, who died May 23 in St. Joseph Medical Center. Other survivors include a half brother, Isaiah Jones at home, and three half sisters: Hannah and Sarah Walbert, Marlton, N.J., and Jasmine Ohlinger, Leesport. Additional survivors include his maternal grandmother, Dawn M. Ohlinger, Leesport; paternal grandmother, Linda D. Missimer, in North Carolina; and his maternal stepgrandfather, Scott H. Ohlinger. The Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, was in charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, June 4, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Katherine E., nee Shankweiler, wife of William H. Walbert, died yesterday at her home in Reading. She had been ailing for the past several years but was bedfast only three weeks. She was 77 years, 11 months and 5 days of age. A native of Lehigh county, being born here the daughter of the late Nathan and Rebecca, nee Weidner, Walbert (Shankweiler?), she had many friends and relatives in this section and was a member of the Longswamp church. Mrs. Walbert is survived by her husband and the following children: George, Reading; Henry, Quakertown; Victor, maxatawny; Claude, Topton; Mrs. L. C. Swoyer, Breinigsville; Mrs. George P. Wessner, of Kutztown. Two step-sisters, Mrs. Jacob Carl, of Trenton, N.J., and Mrs. William Rohrbach, of Topton, as well as thirteen grandchildren, also survive. The funeral will be held at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Swoyer, at Breinigsville on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with continued services in the Longswamp church. Rev. William Meckstroth and Rev. William Bond will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 8, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Kathryn E. (Geist) Walbert, wife of the late Milton R. Walbert, died yesterday at her home at Zionsville R. 1. She was 60 years old. Her husband was for many years an Allentown policeman. He was retired and died last July 9. Born in Longswamp township, Lehigh
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 28, 1946, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Levi A. Walbert, a retired business man of Topton, died at his home on Main street after a brief illness, aged 67 years, 7 months and 24 days. He was a son of Levi and Mary Ann (Barner) Walbert and was born in Weinsburg township, Lehigh county. A sister, Mrs. J. Holben, Schnecksville; his widow, Arabelle (Dornblaser), and the following children survive: Paul, Topton; Levi B., Hancock; Mrs. Luther Rhode, Macungie; and Mrs. Milton Albright, Allentown. He was a member of the Reformed congregation at Ziegler's church; Aerie No. 839 F.O.E., Kutztown; Chamber No. 83, O.K. of F., Topton. The funeral, which will be private, will be held on Friday, July 25, at 1 p.m., with service at the house, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating. Interment at Ziegler's church. Undertaker J. J. Schafer has charge.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 24, 1924, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Levi Albert Walbert, well known retired businessman of Topton, died yesterday morning at 11 o'clock of complication of diseases after being bedfast for a week, though in ill health for many years. He was in his 68th year. For many years he was engaged in the coal and lumber business at Topton, but retired from active work ten years ago. The deceased was a member of F. O.E., No. 839, of Kutztown, Knights of Friendship of Topton, and also Ziegel's Reformed church, Topton. He is survived by his widow, Arabella, nee Dornblaser; three sons, Paul, Topton; Thomas, Alburtis; Levi, Jr., Hancock; two daughters, Mrs. Luther Rhode, Macungie, and Mrs. Milton Albright, this city; one sister, Alice, wife of Dr. Holben, Schnecksville. Private funeral services will be held from his late home at Topton Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Burial will be made in Ziegel's Reformed church cemetery. Rev. Meckstroth will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 22, 1924, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mary A. Walbert, wife of Willoughby H. Walbert, died at her home in Maxatawny township near New Smithsville, Kutztown R. 1, on Friday evening at nine o'clock of pneumonia, aged 75 years, 5 months and 2 days. She was sick for one week and bedfast five days. She was a daughter of the late Charles George and his wife Sarah, nee Adam, and was born in Maxatawny township. She is survived by her husband, one son, Edwin Walbert of Seipstown; one daughter, Mrs. Daniel Moyer, of Breinigsville, R. 1; one brother, Rev. J. V. George, of Reading; six grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. One daughter preceded the mother in death. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday afternoon from her late home at 1.30 to which relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend without further notice. Continued services in Ziegel's church and burial in adjoining cemetery. Rev. Wm. Meckstroh will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 4, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Nathan Walbert, a former citizen of this county, died on Friday evening, 19th inst., at his home near Kemp's tavern, in Maxatawny tsp., Berks county, from the effects of paralysis, aged 72 years. He was born near the Lehigh Church, in Lower Macungie tsp., this county, and lived there until some twenty years ago, when he moved to Berks and resided at the place above named up to the time of his death. He is survived by his wife, nee Leanda Dunkle, and two daughters, Mrs. John R. Gonser, of Kutztown, and Mrs. Phaon Heffner, who resides with her parents.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 31, 1892, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Peter F. Walbert, of Shamrock, died Saturday morning at the Allentown hospital from a strangulated hernia. He was aged 70 years. He was son of the late Peter L. and Sallie Rothenberger Walbert and for thirty-eight years was employed as a repairman and crossing watchman for the Reading Railway company. He was retired several years ago while watchman at the Alburtis crossing. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church and of the Reading Railway Company Relief association. He is survived by his wife, Ida Howerter Walbert, four children, Mrs. Charles Druckenmiller, Elmer Walbert and Clarence Walbert, of Shamrock, and Mrs. Fred Reinhardt, of this city, and five grandchildren. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon with services at his late home at 2.15 o'clock, standard time, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth and Rev. William F. Bond officiating. Interment will be made in the Longswamp church cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, July 7, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Sadie M. Walbert, wife of Thomas B. Walbert, died yesterday in her home at 61 E. 2nd St., Alburtis. She was 74. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late George A. and Josephine (Fenstermacher) Heiser. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp Union Church. Surviving besides her husband are three sons, Ray H., of Bechtelsville R. 1; George A., of Northampton R. 1, and Thomas B., Jr., of Alburtis; three daughters, Erma A., wife of Russell Eisenhard, and Lurea J., wife of Claude Fairchild, both of Alburtis, and Mayola E., wife of Ray Nothstein of Trexlertown; a brother, Warren G., of Alburtis; three sisters, Mrs. Edna Kelly of Macungie; Mrs. Helen Eschenbach of Alburtis, and Eva, wife of John H. Long of Mertztown R. 1; 17 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 1, 1963, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sallie C. (Herbin) Walbert, 69, wife of Lewis B. Walter, 241 E. Weiss St., Topton, died yesterday at Allentown Hospital. She was a native of Richmond Township, Berks County, and the daughter of the late Samuel and Ellen (Brintzenhoff) Herbin. She was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church, Dryville, the Home Department of its Sunday School and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Topton Fire Company. Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Earl, Topton; two daughters, Mrs. Lewis Trout, Kutztown, and Mrs. Curvous Stauffer, at home; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Nora Rader and Mrs. Milton Ledy, both of Topton, and Mrs. Warren Conrath, Bowers, and two brothers, William and Luther, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 19, 1952, page 38. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Sarah E., nee Fenstermaker, widow of David Walbert, an octogenarian resident of this city, died Sunday night at 8.10 o'clock at her home, 529 North Fifth street, from the effects of a stroke of apoplexy, aged 81 years and 7 months. Mrs. Walbert was a native of Longswamp and was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leon Fenstermaker. She has been a resident of this city for the past thirty years and was one of the city's oldest residents. She was a lifelong member of the Longswamp church, Reformed wing. Her husband died sixteen years ago. There survive the following children, Frank, Benjamin, Milton, Charles, Harry, Nelson and Mrs. Alavesta Rabenold, this city, and Mrs. Ella Bachman, Norristown. Seventeen grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one brother, James fenstermaker, of Topton, also survive.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 9, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Susan Walbert died at the residence of her sister, Miss Maria Bauer, at Mertztown, on Saturday. She was 61 years of age and was sick in bed for five weeks, the result of a stroke of apoplexy. She was the widow of Isaac Walbert, who preceded her in death twelve years. She is survived by three brothers, Charles, Henry and Daniel Bauer, and three sisters, Mrs. Caroline Haas and Maria Bauer. Funeral was held yesterday from the home of her brother, Daniel Bauer.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, May 5, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Victor W. Walbert, 83, of Maxatawny, died Sunday in Peninsula General Hospital, Salisbury, Md. He was a retired general contractor and carpenter. He was the husband of the late Annie C. (Cronrath) Walbert, who died in December, 1960. Born in Maxatawny, he was a son of the late William and Catherine Walbert. He was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Zion Maxatawny Union Church. Surviving are two daughters, Mae, wife of Norman Fernon of Salisbury, Md., and Anna, wife of Maurice Mertz of Reading R. 2; a son Nathan of Allentown; three grandchildren, and a great-grandchild. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 11, 1970, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]
William H. Walbert, a retired farmer, died at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Swoyer, Breinigsville, Saturday morning at 9 o'clock, aged 82 years, 2 months and 20 days. Mr. Walbert had been in failing health for the past three years, but had only been bedfast for three weeks prior to his death. Learning the saddler trade, Mr. Walbert dropped that occupation in his early youth and became a farmer, working steadily until his retirement twenty-five years ago. Together with his wife, he enjoyed a peaceful life marked with happiness, but her death ten months ago hastened Mr. Walbert's passing. He is survived by the following: four sons, George, Reading; henry, Quakertown; Victor, Maxatawny; and Claude, Topton; two daughters, Mrs. L. C. Swoyer, Breinigsville, and Mrs. Raymond Wessner, Kutztown; three sisters, Mrs. Catherine Schmidt, Reading; Mrs. Jacob Gerhart, Topton, and Mrs. Susan Kressley, Allentown, and thirteen grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at his late home, the residence of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. L. C. Swoyer, Breinigsville, Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. Continued services will be conducted in the Longswamp church with interment in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Sunday, December 21, 1930, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]
Zenobie, wife of Claude Walbert, of Topton, passed away yesterday afternoon at 2.30 o'clock in the Allentown hospital. She gave birth to a child on May 28. She was 41 years, 6 months and 8 days old. Deceased was the daughter of Henry Rothermel and wife, Amanda, of Topton. She is survived by her parents, husband, one son, Henry, and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Lewis Moll, Reading; Mrs. Carrie Altenderfer, Kutztown, and William, of Kutztown. The funeral will be held on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock standard time from her late home, Main street, Topton. Regular services will be conducted in Ziegel's church, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating, and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 18, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Helen Walck, 69, 841 Jackson St., Allentown, died yesterday at the Sacred Heart Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was the widow of Arthur E. Walck. Born in Longswamp, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth (Dierolf) Eisenhard. She is survived by five daughters, Eva, wife of Earl Schutt, with whom she resided; Catherine, wife of Charles Hoff; May, wife of James Bachert; Mrs. Elsie Kahler; and Minnie, wife of Michael Matsco, all of Allentown. Also surviving are 15 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren and a brother, Raymond Eisenhard, Allentown; five sisters, Bertha, wife of Charles Holland, Allentown; Mrs. Minnie Miller, Kutztown; Mrs. Florence Hottenstein, Allentown; Lillian, wife of Charles Mengel, Topton; and Gertrude, wife of William Mengel, Topton. Funeral services will be held 9 a.m. Wednesday at the werley Funeral Home, 46 E. Susquehanna St. Call Tuesday 7 to 8:30 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, October 11, 1964, page B-10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Rose A. Waldbiesser, 77, of The Lutheran Home at Topton, formerly of Yarrow Avenue, Laurel Commons, Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, died Thursday morning at Reading Hospital & Medical Center, West Reading, where she had been a patient four days. Born in Sheppton, she was a daughter of the late William and Fredericka Abelen Wewer. She had lived at The Lutheran Home at Topton since August. She was employed as an office worker by Beaumont, Heller & Sperling, Reading, and retired as a clerk at Yorgey's Dry Cleaners, Muhlenberg Township. She was a member of Schuylkill Valley Bible Chapel, Mohrsville, and was a den mother for Cub Scout Pack 124, Hyde Park. Her husband, Gerald F., died May 18, 2001. Surviving are a son, Richard A., Muhlenberg Township; two daughters, Linda R. Henne, Mohrsville, and Renae E. Sonon, Fleetwood; a brother, William Wewer, Anaheim, Calif.; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Services were held Sunday afternoon from Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, June 3, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Services will be held for C. George Waldman Jr., 58, of Carsonia Avenue, Mount Penn, who died in the residence of his companion, Mary A. Barker, Mount Penn. Waldman was born in Reading. In 1966, he founded Duracoat Inc., Reading, which he owned and operated since then. He also founded the C. G. Waldman Co., Reading, which he operated since 1972. He also owned and operated the Food Factory Inc., Reading, which he founded in 1982. Waldman was a 1962 graduate of Exeter High School. He is survived by a sister, Ruth A. (Waldman) Opperman, Douglassville. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. in the Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Southern Berks News, March 26, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Dorothy S. Walker, 87, of Green Lane, died Friday, Dec. 6, 2002 at the home of his daughter. Funeral services were held Dec. 11. Interment was in Frieden's Union Cemetery, Sumneytown. She was the wife of the late Frank W. Walker. Born in Sumneytown, she was the daughter of the late Orestas and the late Mamie (Stoudt) Schaffer. She worked for 46 years as a machine operator at the Red Hill Pants Factory, Red Hill, retiring in 1977. She was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Sumneytown. She is survived by: one daughter, Loretta M. Landis of Hatfield; three sons, Barry Walker of Perkiomenville, Larry Walker of Red Hill and Dennis Walker of Weatherly; nine grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. One grandchild predeceased Mrs. Walker in 1979. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3104 Main St., Sumneytown, PA 18084. Arrangements: Monaghan Funeral Home Inc., Red Hill.
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, December 12, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Henry Walker, nee Stauffer, of Broad street, died at Reading, Saturday, at the home of her son, Perkin Walker. She and her husband and grandson, Lester Levan, left on Thursday morning to attend the Reading fair. She was in her usual health when they left. She was the guest of her son and while there was taken sick with cramps. She was 56 years old and is survived by her husband, 23 grandchildren and by the following children: Perkin Walker, of Reading; Frank Walker, Mrs. Thomas Fegley and Mrs. Ed. McElroy, of town; Mrs. Wm. Levan and Miss Lillie Walker, of Bangor. The surviving brothers and sisters are Nathan and Nathaniel Stauffer, of town; Sassaman Stauffer, of Alburtis; Mrs. Sophia Dankel, of Mertztown, and Mrs. Al. Reinert, of Maple Grove. The funeral will be held on Saturday forenoon with interment at Huff's Church. Rev. O. R. Frantz will officiate. Ritter & Sell are funeral directors.
[Source: Emaus news, Macungie Progress, Thursday, October 11, 1906, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. P. Louise Walker, 86, wife of Willis F. Walker, died Monday morning at home in Seisholtzville. Mrs. Walker was a daughter of the late Edwin C. and Sarah Jane (Whitenack) Benedict. She was a member of Huff's Lutheran church. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Walker is survived by one son, W. Benedict Walker of the home; three daughters, Ruth L. of Reading, Dorothy J. Walker of the home and Rose H., widow of Arthur Wirtz, of Kutztown; and five grandchildren.
Death Notice (p. 23): Age at death = 86; Buried, Hope Cemetery, Kutztown
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 5, 1948, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held for Pearl J. (Wolfrey) Walker, 66, of Boyertown, formerly of Royersford, who died February 19 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. She was the wife of Edward R. Walker. Born in Honey Brook, she was a 1955 graduate of the former Royersford High School. Surviving in addition to her husband of 39 years are two daughters, Karen S. Fryer, Boyertown and Emma A. Garcia of Reading. Also two sisters, Lorene L. Richard of Douglassville, Sally A. Egolf of Royersford and a brother, Lawrence H. Wolfrey of Pottstown. There are also eight grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the American Diabetes Association, One Plymouth Meeting Mall, Suite 520, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462. Burial was in Limerick Garden of Memories. The Cattermole-Klotzbach Funeral Home, Royersford, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, March 3, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Anne S. Wallace, 80, of Quakertown (Haycock Township), died Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2002 in her home. A funeral mass was held private at the convenience of the family. Interment was in Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Rose (Popowchak) Shatsky. She was a sales clerk for over 10 years at the former Hess Bros. Department Store in Richland Mall, Quakertown, before retiring. She was a member of St. Isidore's RC Church, Quakertown. She is survived by: two sons, Curtis T. with whom she resided and Thomas M. of Gainsville, Fla.; one brother, Michael Shatsky of Bethlehem; one sister, Helen Shatsky of Quakertown. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 100 N. 17th Street, Second Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Jacob W. Wallach Is Laid to Rest
The funeral of Jacob W. Wallach was held from the Union Hotel, Boyertown, and was attended by many relatives and friends of deceased.
Services were conducted at the Union Hotel on Saturday evening by the Rev. Henry W. Warmkessel, of Reading; the Rev. A. M. Weber, pastor of St. John's Lutheran, Boyertown, and the Rev. George G. Greenawald, pastor of the Good Shepherd Reformed, Boyertown. On Sunday morning at 11 o'clock the cortege, in many automobiles, moved to Easton, where burial was made in the family vault in the Easton Cemetery.
Members of Stichter Lodge, No. 254, Free and Accepted Masons, of Pottstown, served as bearers. Worshipful Master L. Montgomery Weidner, Chaplain Philip Sotter and Wardens Harrie H. Burdan and Lewis Miller, conducted the exercises at the place of burial. About 40 members of the order were present. The floral tributes comprised many designs and wreaths of roses, carnations and other beautiful flowers, the tributes from his numerous friends and family. The remains rested in a metallic bronze, copper-lined, handsomely upholstered casket. Undertaker James J. Brown had charge.
[Source: Boyertown Democrat, Saturday, August 5, 1922. Submitted by Betty.]
Wallach's estate wroth over $100,000
Three Jewish Organizations Benefit in Will of Deceased Banker
An estate of more than $100,000 is distributed under the will of Jacob Wallach, late of Boyertown, which was filed for probate at the office of Register Ritzman. Letters were granted to Rachel Rosenberg and Moses M. Deegan, who are named executors. The estate is valued at $100,000 and upwards in personal property. The decedent directs that no inventory be filed and that his securities shall not be sold. A number of Jewish institutions are remembered by the deceased, who was a well known retired horse dealer.
He gives his wife, Hettie, all his wearing apparel, articles of household goods and furniture and such consumable supplies as may be on hand at the time of his death, also the sum of $2,000. He directs that his executors pay the latter sum within 30 days after his death.
He bequeaths to the board of trustees of the congregation Berith Sholom, of Easton, $500, to be used by them or the congregation as they see fit. A like sum he gives to the board of governors of the B'rith Orphanage and Home for Friendless Children of District No., 3, Erie, to be used for the orphanage and home.
He gives $1,000 to the congregation Beth Elohim, with instructions that his name be inscribed on the memorial tablet in the vestibule and that next to it be reserved a place for the name of his wife, and that prayer be said at each anniversary of his death and the death of his wife.
[Source: Boyertown Democrat, Saturday, August 5, 1922. Submitted by Betty.]
Helene Lillian Walls, 63, Reading, died July 18 at 4:25 a.m. in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had been a patient since June 27. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of Harvey S. Walls, a resident at ManorCare Health Services Inc., West Reading, and the late Lydia O. (Waade) Walls. Walls had been employed for more than 18 years by Kutztown University, retiring March 21, 2003. She was a member of Hamburg Community Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Tilden Township. Walls is also survived by a brother, George T. Walls, Crofton, Md., and a sister, Tina A. (Walls) Acker, Reading. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in Hamburg Community Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 19, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services will be private for Emma Louise (Lutz) Walt, 103, of Cinder Street, Birdsboro, who died December 8 in her daughter's Monocacy Station home. Born in Birdsboro, she was a homemaker for most of her life. After graduating in 1918 from Birdsboro High School, she worked at the Birdsboro Steel Foundry, where she did clerical work in the cost department and was a substitute switchboard operator. During World War I, she worked for a short time on the draft board filling out registration forms for those who were drafted. She was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Birdsboro. She was a member of the American Legion Post No. 626 Ladies Auxiliary, Birdsboro. Surviving are one son, Donald L. Walt of Birdsboro; one daughter, Mildred A. Hadley of Monocacy Station; nine grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son. Memorial donations may be made to St. Mark's Lutheran Church Memorial Endowment Fund, 5 Brooke Manor, Birdsboro, PA 19508. The arrangements were handled by the Dengler Funeral Home, Birdsboro.
[Source: Southern Berks News, December 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
The funeral of Mrs. Geo. Walter (nee Gehris), of Dale, was well attended. The remains rested in a walnut casket. Rev. Eli Keller, of Zionsville, officiated. Wm. Conrad, of Bechtelsville, had charge. The husband and the following children survive: Mrs. Daniel Reinhart, Mrs. Jas. Wendling, of St. Peter's church; Mrs. Harah Moll, of Red Lion; Manasses, of Clayton. Also the following brothers and sisters survive: Mahlon Gehris, Levi Gehris, Mrs. Abraham Gerhart and Mrs. David Ziegenfuss. Her age was 72 years.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, April 25, 1895, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. George Walter, of Clayton, Berks county, died suddenly of apoplexy on Thursday last, aged 60 years. She left several children to mourn her loss, among the number being a daughter residing at Vera Cruz, this county. The funeral will take place to-morrow (Thursday) at the Huff's Church, in Hereford. Rev. Dr. Eli Keller will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 24, 1895, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
John Walter of No. 1138 Linden Street, died suddenly yesterday noon. He left home at 7 a.m. and at Twelfth and Hamilton Streets, fell to the pavement. To those who came to his aid, he said a fainting spell came over him. Those were his last words. He was carried to the house of Peter Buchman, at the corner of Twelfth and Hamilton Streets, and Dr. H. A. Grim summoned. Mr. Walter, however had become unconscious and was removed to his home in the Rescue ambulance. At noon, he died. Death was due to apoplexy. Deceased was about 71 years of age and October 4, 1891, he and his wife, nee Mary Ann Kutz, celebrated their Golden Wedding. The following children survive: Henry, Fred and Sue Walter and Mrs. Henry Fahler, all of this city. There are also twenty-five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Mr. Walter leaves these brothers and sisters: Jacob, Fred, Sarah, Hannah, Lucy and Sue Walter and Mrs. Lizzie Smith, all of Philadelphia, Charles of Camden, and Maria, wife of Enos Gebbard, of Linfield, Montgomery County.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 10, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]
Among the local survivors of John C. Walter Jr., who along with his wife, M. Regina Walter, were pronounced dead Feb. 3 of self-inflicted carbon-monoxide poisoning in the garage of their Muhlenberg Township residence, is a sister, Mary L. (Walter) Ernest, Fleetwood.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, February 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of M. Regina (Yeager) Walter, 54, who, along with her husband, John C. Walter Jr., 56, were pronounced dead Feb. 3 of self-inflicted carbon-monoxide poisoning in the garage of their Muhlenberg Township residence, is a sister, Anita (Yeager) Brown, Hamburg.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, February 12, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mary Ann, widow of John Walter, one of the oldest residents in this city, died Saturday morning at 5 oclock at the residence of her son, F. F. Walter, No. 1138 Linden street, in her eighty-ninth year. Death was due to ills incident to old age. The aged woman was able to be about the house up to the time of her death. Mrs. Walter was a daughter of the long deceased John and Mary Kutz and was born at Topton, Berks county. She was married to John Walter and moved to this city about forty years ago and has resided here ever since. Fifteen years ago she celebrated her golden wedding anniversary, shortly after which her husband died. The deceased was a devout member and active worker of Trinity United Evangelical Church and attended the services regularly. She was the mother of five children, two of whom, a son and daughter, preceded her in death. There survive one son, F. F. Walter, of this city, with whom she resided, and two daughters, Mrs. Mary, wife of H. A. Fahler, and Miss Sue Walter, both of this city. Twenty-two grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren also survive.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 3, 1911, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held for Stanely Walter, 100, of Highland Avenue, Mount Penn, who died February 15 in Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where he had been a patient. He was predeceased by his first wife, Miriam A. (Scull) Walter, in 1943, and by his second wife, Helen (Machemer) Walter, in 1997. Born in Reading, Walter had been employed for many years as an electrical designer by Gilbert Associates, Inc., Reading, and later Western Electric Co., Muhlenberg Township, until his retirement. He was a member of Pennside Presbyterian Church, Mount Penn. Walter was a 1919 graduate of Reading Boys High School. He served as assistant Scoutmaster for Reading Boy Scout Troop No. 12 and committee chairperson for Mount Penn Boy Scout Troop No. 107, and was also a recipient of the Boy Scouts' Silver Beaver Award. Walter is survived by a daughter, Jean W. (Walter) Bertsch, Robeson Township. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, handled the arrangements. Burial was in Robeson Cemetery, Plowville.
[Source: Southern Berks News, February 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Annie Walters, widow of Chester Walters, died last night in the Phoebe Home, Allentown, where she was a guest for nine years. She was 95. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late James and Sallie (Frederick) Smith. Mrs. Walters was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Fogelsville. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Phoebe Home, 1903 Turner St.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 22, 1960, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Margaret E. (Emery) Waltman, 60, widow of Cloyd F. Waltman, 17 S. 10th St., died yesterday. She was a daughter of the late Frank and Rosa (Holden) Emery and was a member of Nativity Lutheran Church. She was a bookkeeper for Penn Iron Works, Inc.
Surviving are two children: Marjorie L., wife of Arland F. Robitzer, Oley R.D., and Everett, New Brunswick, NJ,. and three grandchildren.
Services will be held at the convenience of the family in the Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. Luke S. Sweitzer officiating. Viewing tomorrow 7 to 9 p.m. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. 1953. Submitted by: Submitted by Bonnie.]
Services were held for Evelyn S. (Reppert) Wampole, 93, widow of Henry Claude Wampole, Main Street, East Greenville, who died April 29 in the Phoebe Home in Allentown. She was born in Perkiomenville. She retired as a sewing machine operator, in 1977, after working at several pants factories in the Upper Perkiomen area for more than 10 years. Wampole was a member of Pennsburg United Church of Christ, Pennsburg and a former member of the Upper Perkiomen Senior Citizens Center in East Greenville. She is survived by one son, Carl Wampole of Long Island, N.Y.; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a daughter and three sisters. Contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund of the Pennsburg United Church of Christ, 775 Main St., Pennsburg PA 18073. Burial was in Friedens Union Cemetery in Sumneytown. The Falk Funeral Home, Pennsburg, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Times, May 8, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Sterling F. Wanitzky, 21, of 25 Spruce St., Topton, died yesterday at the Wernersville State hospital. Born in Topton, he was a son of Andrew J. and Adelia M. (Boyer) Wanitzky. He is survived by his parents and four sisters: Virginia, wife of Sterling Heffner, Kutztown R. 1; Anna, wife of Carl Pilgert, of Mertztown; Betty and Patricia, at home.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 1, 1949, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Amanda E. Wanner, 95, of Lyons Station, Berks county, the oldest member of St. Peter's church, Maidencreek township, Berks county, died yesterday at the home of her niece, Mrs. Jennie Ritz, Lyons Station, with whom she had resided for the last nine years. Ill for the past 18 days, Mrs. Wanner continued her hobby of making braided rugs until a few days before her death. The rugs were intended as Christmas presents for her many friends. Born in Maidencreek township, Berks county, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Catherine (nee Greenawald) Berg. Her husband, Peter Wanner, died 34 years ago. She was a member of the Reformed wing of the church. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Kate Kindt, of Shoemakersville R. 1. Rev. J. R. Rothermel will officiate at services to be held from the late residence on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Interment in St. Peter's church cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 4, 1944, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Amos B. Wanner, a well known member of the Berks county bar, died at his home in Reading, on last Sunday week, after an illness of a year from the effects of a paralytic stroke. He was born December 25th, 1831, at Kutztown. His preliminary education was acquired in a private academy near his native place, and at Port Royal Seminary, Philadelphia. He then entered upon the study of the law under the instruction of his brother, Hon. Joel B. Wanner, and Hon. J. Glancy Jones, and was admitted to the bar January 12th, 1857. He is survived by his wife and three sons.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 9, 1892, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Dr. Cyrus Wanner, of Kutztown, aged 35 years, died on Thursday last, at his residence on Main street, in said place, of typhoid pneumonia, resultant from a relapse of illness with la grippe. He had been confined to his house for three weeks, and was attended by Dr. Trexler. He was a son of the late Dr. Charles Wanner, and had been in practice at Kutztown for upwards of fifteen years. He was a graduate of the Penna. University, at Philadelphia, and recognized as a thoroughly good physician. He was a member of Adonai Castle, No. 70, K.G.E., and was buried with knightly honors. He was married to Miss Mattie Rothenberger, and left besides his wife three sons.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 5, 1890, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
In West Reading, on the 18st inst., Elizabeth, aged 77 years. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Saturday morning at 9 o'clock, from her late residence, No.46 West Penn Ave., West Reading. Services and Internment at Sinking Springs.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 22, 1894. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Howard P. Wanner, a well-known Reading lawyer, died at 11:15 yesterday of nervous prostration of pleurisy, superinduced by heart failure, aged 33 years. Deceased was a son of Amos B. Wanner of Reading. He was a graduate of Franklin and Marshall College and studied law with his father, being admitted to practice ten years ago. He was a Mason and took an active interest in fire department affairs and at the recent state convention was a principal figure. Two brothers, George M. and J. Edward survive.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 18, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jonathan D. Wanner, of Dryville, aged 62 years, died after a lingering illness of five months from diabetes and heart trouble. He was bedfast only a few days. Funeral Saturday. Services at the house by Rev. George B. Smith, of Kutztown. Deceased was a son of the late Peter Wanner and wife, Elizabeth, nee Dry, and is survived by his widow, Lydia (nee Barto), and one daughter, Grace Myrtle, and one sister, Amanda, wife of Wilson M. Barto. He was a member of the Reformed church at Bowers. About six years ago he relinquished farming on his own farm in Rockland and occupied his handsome residence in Dryville, where he continued farming on a small scale.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 29, 1915, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Wanner--In this city, on the 16th inst., Kate, daughter of Andrew S. and Rebecca Wanner, aged 2 years and 6 months. The friends and relatives of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from her parents' residence, No. 415 South Fifth street, on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 18, 1869. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Hon. Llewellyn Wanner, a former resident of Kutztown, and well known in this city, died at his home in Goshen, Indiana, on Saturday, 12th inst., at 9 o'clock in the evening. The deceased was a son of the late Daniel wanner, of Kutztown. He was at one time a student at the Allentown Seminary under Rev. Dr. William R. Hofford. Later he married Miss Kate Dech, daughter of the late William Dech, a former steward of the Lehigh county Poor House. After his marriage he resided for a number of years at Reading, where he practiced law. Some twenty-five years ago he moved to Goshen, Indiana, continuing his practice at the above named place. A vacancy occurring in the judgeship in the county of his adoption, although a Republican stronghold and the deceased a Democrat, he received the appointment to the bench, showing his worth and esteem. There survive him a widow, three daughters and one son.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 23, 1901, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held for Valeria Marie Wanner, 61, of Zerbe Road, Caernarvon Township, Lancaster County, who died February 9 in the Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient. Born in Germany, she was employed as a housekeeper by Anna Hoffman, Elverson. She was a 1964 graduate of Reading High School. Wanner was a member of St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, Honey Brook, Chester County. Surviving is a brother. The Labs Funeral Home Inc., Honey Brook, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, February 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Ward -- Near Gilbertsville, December 21st., Llewellyn Oscar, son of James and Angleine Ward, aged 2 years and 8 months.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 3, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Wanda (Zielinski) Ward 45, wife of Joseph Ward, 227 South Second St., died this morning in the Reading Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Anthony and Agnes (Brodowska) Zielinski and was a member of St Peter's Catholic Church. She was employed by Armour & Co., for 22 years.
Surviving are her husband and three children; Mary A, wife of Joseph Zdunowski; Anna R, wife of Robert Holland; and Edward A Ward, all of Reading; one grandchild; three sisters; Mrs Vincent Waligorski, of Reading; Julia Zielinski and Mrs. John Hartz, both of Fleetwood. Leon B Kopicki, funeral director, is in charge of the funeral arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 14, 1949. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Ralph Wardrop, 55 S. 4th St., Hamburg, a native of Tamaqua, died suddenly at 4 p.m. Saturday at his home. He had resided in Hamburg the past 10 years. A son of the late Emma and William Wardrop, he had been employed at a Hamburg steel plant. Surviving are his wife, the former Ida Behler, Hamburg; his mother, Tamaqua, and a sister, Mrs. Harry Casper, Hamburg.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 22, 1948, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
William P. Ware, a retired employe of the Sequoia Silk Mill, Bethlehem, died at 11 a.m. yesterday at his home near Wescosville. He was 78 years of age. He was born in Topton, a son of the late Lawrence and Sarah (LeVan) Ware. He came to this section as a young man and 15 years ago retired from work. He had been ailing since Easter. He worshiped according to the Evangelical Reformed faith. He held membership in the Columbia Fire Company, Allentown; the State Firemens Relief Association and the Lehigh County Firemens Relief Association. Surviving are two sons, Floyd J., Allentown, and Lawrence E., Old Zionsville; 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, Ralph Ware, Maxatawny, and Wallace M. Ware, Allentown. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian (Bishop) Ware; his parents and two daughters, Mrs. Sallie Durfey and Mrs. Minnie Miller.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 18, 1953, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Aaron Warmkessel, a native of Berks county, died at his home, the residence of a son, Aaron B. Warmkessel, of Kutztown R. D. 2, Thursday evening of complications. He was in his 79th year. He was the son of the late Aaron and Hettie, nee Herbst, Warmkessel. The aged man was a member of St. Pauls Lutheran church, Mertztown, and the P.O.S. of A., Henningsville. He had been blind for more than 50 years. The affliction was caused by a premature explosion which occurred when Mr. Warmkessel was engaged in blasting rocks on the Lewis Romig farm, near Henningsville. Mr. Warmkessel leaves his wife, Sarah, nee Moyer, and three sons, Aaron B., of Kutztown, Route 2; Harrison, of Reading, and Henry A., of Kutztown, Route 1; also 27 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Tuesday afternoon, October 27, at 1 oclock. Short services at his late home will be followed by continued services in St. Pauls Union church, Mertztown. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William S. Dry, of Kutztown, is to officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 24, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Alfred F. Warmkessel of 311 S. Whitehall Ave., Greenawalds, died Friday in Allentown Hospital. He was 73. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Milton and Olivia (Hausman) Warmkessel. He had lived in Greenawalds for the past 50 years. A retired roofer, he had been employed by the L. A. Acker Co., in Allentown, for 42 years. He and his wife, the former Clara C. Ruch, observed their 50th wedding anniversary last August. Warmkessel was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Mickleys, and had served on the church council for nine years. He was also superintendent of the Sunday school at Kratzer's Crossing for many years. At his death he was secretary of the South Whitehall Beneficial Assn. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are a daughter, Hilda, wife of Myron G. Ebert, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; two granddaughters; five great-grandchildren; five brothers, Cunnie, Edward, William, Herbert and Milton, all of Allentown, and two sisters, Mrs. Katie Lenhart, Allentown, and Mrs. Olivia Meck, Topton. Funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St. Calling hours 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 24, 1960, page 39. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Annie M. Warmkessel, 65, widow of Harrison B. Warmkessel, died Friday in Reading Hospital. A native of Lynnport, she moved to Reading 45 years ago, and resided at 248 W. Douglas St. She was a daughter of the late Andrew J. and Laura (Leibensperger) Hamm. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Mertztown. Her husband preceded her in death three years ago. Surviving are five daughters, Erma, wife of Lester Eddinger, at home, Dorothy, wife of Charles Gensemer, Blandon; Vera, wife of James Turman, and Betty, wife of Russell Baker, both of Reading, and Kathryn, wife of Walter Garner, Temple R.D. 1; four sons, Leon W., and Robert, both of Reading, Layrus A., of Temple and Arlington C. of Temple R. 1; 19 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, George and Fred Hamm, both of Kutztown; four sisters, Minnie, wife of the late George Balliet, and Sadie, wife of Milton Zimmerman, both of New Tripoli; Hattie, wife of Robert Oldt, and Florence, wife of Robert Fry, both of Kutztown. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Auman Funeral Home, 247 Penn St., Reading, followed at 2:30 p.m. with services in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Mertztown.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 20, 1958, page 36. Submitted by Jerri.]
Neighbors who missed Augustus Warmkessel, of Hancock, for several days, broke into his home and found him dead in the stairway. Death had probably occurred about 48 hours before the discovery of the remains. Mr. Warmkessel was a widower and lived alone. He was born at Lansdale and was a son of Mrs. Kate and the late William Warmkessel, who died twenty-one years ago. Besides his mother, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Kate Spatz, of Trexlertown; three brothers, Manoah, Siegfried's Church; Milton, Reading; and Frank, Hancock; and four sisters: Mrs. Emaline Becker, Hancock; Mrs. Sarah Oswald, Oakbrook; Mrs. William Geist, Allentown; and Mrs. Kate Koch, Hancock.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 24, 1913, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Edward R. Warmkessel, of 624 N. Park St., Allentown, retired office manager for the City Coal & Fuel Co., died yesterday at Sacred Heart Hospital. He was 69. Warmkessel retired three years ago after 16 years with the fuel company. He previously had been chief weigher at the American Steel & Wire Co., where he was employed 35 years. Born in Shamrock, Berks County, he was a son of the late Milton and Olivia (Hausman) Warmkessel. He was the husband of Blanche E. M. (Werner) Warmkessel. The couple would have marked their 50th wedding anniversary May 30. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Allentown. Surviving, in addition to his widow, are a son, Ralph Sterner, at home; four brothers, Herbert, Cunie, William and Milton, all of Allentown, and two sisters, Katie, wife of Norman Lenhart, Allentown, and Olivia, wife of Oswin Meck, Topton. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Grace Lutheran Church. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown, and from noon Monday until time of services at the church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 24, 1964, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Emma K. Warmkessel passed away Saturday morning at 4 o'clock at her home at Maxatawney, following a stroke of apoplexy. She was aged 47 years, 2 months and 28 days. She was a native of Berks county and was a daughter of Mrs. Sallie, nee Zwoyer, Dehrs, and the late John Dehrs. She is survived by her husband, one daughter, Marie, her mother, two brothers, John, Sterlingworth, and George, Allentown, and two sisters, Mrs. Edgar Stephen, Allentown R. 3, and Mrs. Norman Derr, Mertztown R. 1. The funeral will be held from her late home on Wednesday at 2 p.m., daylight time. Continued services will be held in Maxatawny Zion church and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, June 5, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Emma M. Fegley Warmkessel, widow of Frank Warmkessel, of Mertztown R. 1, died Monday morning in Allentown Hospital. She was 87. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late J. Edwin and Margaret Weiler Fegley and was a member of the Reformed congregation at St. Paul's Union Church in Mertztown. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Amelia Reitnauer of Wernersville R. 3, and several nieces and nephews.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 5, 1953, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]
Injured in an auto accident Tuesday, Harold Raymond Warmkessel, 23-year-old farmhand, died Wednesday afternoon from the injuries. He died at the home of Jacob Wanner near Bowers where he was employed. It was thought he was not seriously injured in the crash until Wednesday afternoon and before the Allentown hospital ambulance reached his residence he was dead. He suffered a concussion of the brain. He was a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran church, Mertztown, and was the son of Mrs. Meda (DeLong) Warmkessel and the late Aaron B. Warmkessel. He was a member of the Topton Fire Co. and its beneficial association. Survivors include his mother, and the following brothers and sisters, Floyd and Arthur Warmkessel, Kutztown R.; Mrs. William Hefner, Topton; Grace Warmkessel, at home. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the home of his mother, Alburtis R.D., with continued services in St. Paul's Lutheran church. Interment adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Sunday 7-9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 12, 1938, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Helen C. Warmkessel of Alburtis R. 1 died yesterday morning at Allentown Osteopathic Hospital. She was 56. Mrs. Warmkessel was the widow of Floyd A. Warmkessel. Born in Long Swamp Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Horace and Emma Pilgert Yoder. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Church, Mertztown. Surviving are four sisters, Eva, Allentown; Jennie, wife of Simeon Sell, Alburtis; Evelyn, wife of Max Croddy, and Neida, wife of Warren Reppert, both of Topton, and two brothers, Henry, Kutztown, and Mahlon, Emmaus R. 3. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 24, 1960, page 38. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry D. Warmkessel, husband of Beulah, nee Miller, Warmkessel, a resident of E. Washington St., Topton, died on Saturday at the Allentown hospital at 1:30 p.m. He was in his 57th year. A son of the late Aaron and Sarah, nee Moyer, Warmkessel, he was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. He was employed by the Caloric Gas Stove Co., Topton. Fraternally Mr. Warmkessel was affiliated with the Woodmen of the World, Kutztown; Topton Fire Co., and the Molder's Union, A.F. of L. 114, Topton local. Surviving are his wife and the following children: Lester of Topton; Mrs. Howard Angstadt, Kutztown; Mrs. Leroy Gable, Topton; Walter, Maxatawny township, Berks county; and June, at home. Ten grandchildren and a brother Harrison, Reading, also survive. Rev. Luther Schlenker, pastor of the Lutheran charge at St. Paul's church, Mertztown, of which Mr. Warmkessel was a member, will officiate at services to be conducted at the Schofer funeral home, Topton, on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Continued services in St. Paul's church, with interment in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 26, 1944, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Preacher Dies in Physician's Office. Rev. Henry W. Warmkessel of Reading, Stricken After Speaking at Bally
Reading, March 28 -- Rev. Henry W. Warmkessel, aged 68 years, pastor of Hope Lutheran Church, died suddenly Thursday evening of a heart attack not long after he attended a meeting of the Hill Church Memorial Association, held in Bally, and of which church he also served as pastor. He passed away in the office of Dr. L. Y. Lechner, at Bechtelsville, where he was taken by friends after he became seriously ill. They had first intended to drive him to his home in this city in a motor car. His sudden end was a shock to his many friends. Rev. Warmkessel was widely known in Lutheran denominational circles not only in this but in various other parts of the State. As pastor of Hill Church he enjoyed the unique distinction of holding that charge for more than 40 years, and where he also preached his first sermon after his ordination in 1889.
Rev. Warmkessel made his home at the Seidel apartments, 113 North Fifth Street. Of late ha had been troubled with a heavy cold. Early Thursday evening he complained of feeling worse. At 9:00 he requested John F. Rohrbach, of Reiffton, who had accompanied him to the meeting, to take him home. While approaching Bechtelsville, Mr. Rohrbach noticed that the pastor's condition was becoming alarming, and he hurried him to Dr. Lechner's office, where the Rev. Warmkessel passed away at 9:50 o'clock.
Rev. Warmkessel when he became ill, was attending a meeting of the Hill Church Memorial Association held at the home of Harvey W. Kemp, cashier of the Bally National Bank, and who is a member of the committee in charge of the Memorial Day exercises. The program for the day, usually one that attracts several thousand to Hill Church, was being formulated. The members of the committee who attended the meeting wer Mr. Rohrbach, Mr. Kemp, Elmer E. Conrad and the Rev. Warmkessel.
It was when the men had practically completed the program that the Rev. Warmkessel complained of feeling ill. He was advised to stop at the physician's office in Bechtelsville.
Rev. Warmkessel was the originator of the Memorial Park project at Hill Church, and it was through his efforts that a monument in honor of veterans of all wars and the mothers of veterans was placed in the park adjoining the historic edifice. Trees were planted and a large pavilion was erected where the annual Memorial Day exercises were held. He was proud of this project and gave considerable time to the preparation of the programs for the occasions.
Rev. Warmkessel was a son of Thomas and Mary Ann (Merkel) Warmkessel, and was born in Maxatawny township. He received his preparatory training at the Keystone State Normal School, Kutztown, and then entered Muhlenberg College, being graduated in 1886. He then entered the Philadelphia Mt. Airy Seminary, from where he was graduated in 1889. He was ordained by the Lutheran Ministerium of Pennsylvania in June of the same year.
For a time he was assistant to Rev. D. H. Humbert, who had charge of the Bowers parish. From 1890 to 1891 he preached at Coopersburg. Later he was pastor of Faith, Peach and Hope, Reading; St. Joseph's (Hill) Church and St. Paul's Lobachsville. Of all these congregations he was a leading figure in building them up to their present status.
When he first took over the Hope charge it was but a small mission. Today it ranks as one of the leading Lutheran churches in this district. Only last year the members of Hill Church held anniversary exercises honoring Rev. Warmkessel for his 40 years of devoted service as pastor of the church. At the time he was honored with gifts as tokens of his loyalty. Not only prominent Lutheran clergymen from various parts of the State, but also Reformed dignitaries attended the event. Among the gifts received by the late honored pastor, was a leather bag containing $400 in gold, presented by Lutheran and Reformed members of Hill Church.
Following the presentation of this token of esteem Rev. Warmkessel's Lobachsville charge presented him with another leather bag containing $70 in gold coins. Various other manifestations of loyalty and devotion in the form of flowers were showered upon their veteran pastor by the Sunday Schools and other church societies in the churches served by Rev. Warmkessel at the anniversary exercises.
While probably one of the greatest achievements of Rev. Warmkessel, was the formation of Hope Lutheran Church, this city, yet some of the greatest achievements in the cause of religion were accomplished in his service to his rural charges.
He always had a warm spot in his heart for Hill Church. At the exercises commemorating his 40th year of service to that congregation, he stated that when "my earthly services are ended, my remains shall rest in the historic cemetery surrounding the church where I spent many pleasant years."
To serve a city charge and at the same time minister to the spiritual wants of two rural congregations, brought out the best in Rev. Warmkessel. Through all the 40 years he served these congregations, Rev. Warmkessel remained one of the people he served, never rising above or descending below their manner of living. He was a welcome visitor to the homes of his rural parishioners, and in many ways served as guiding beacon for the people of the communities in which he served.
Rev. Warmkessel had many tempting offers of larger parishes during the 40 years he served the Berks churches, but the many friendships formed during his long pastorate cemented him so closely to the people of his congregations, that he would not consider leaving for other more lucrative fields.
Rev. Warmkessel married E. Irene Schalkof Moyer, who survives him, as well as the following brothers and sisters: Franklin P. Warmkessel, mail carrier, of Mertztown; Milton J. Warmkessel, Mrs. James Conrad, Mrs. Harvey Schmoyer, all of Allentown; Mrs. Charles Brownmiller, of Easton; also two step-daughters, Irene and Mary, both married.
In accordance with his wishes, the remains of the late pastor will be buried in Hill Church cemetery. Funeral Director Seidel is in charge of the arrangements.
[Source: unknown paper, c. March 28, 1930. Submitted by Betty.]
James Warmkessel, widely known farmer of South Whitehall township and progenitor of seventy living descendants, died last evening at 6 o'clock at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Peter Sittler, at Eckert's, aged eighty-nine years and one week. Deceased several weeks ago went to visit his daughter and while there was stricken with ailments incident to old age and for the past few weeks was bedfast. Deceased was a son of Joseph and Magdalena Romig Warmkessel and was born August 29, 1826, in Longswamp township. There he attended school and learned the tailor's trade, which he followed for a time in Maxatawny township. In 1864 he moved to this county and operating a farm in Upper Macungie township, that year sold wheat at the price of $3.55 per bushel. Later for a period of four years he operated a farm near Catasauqua, then he returned to Upper Macungie and in 1882 he removed to South Whitehall township near Cetronia where he had a sixty acre farm. On December 21, 1891(?), he was married to Mary Ann, daughter of Jesse and Lydia Siegfried Larash, who died on June 29, 1904 at the age of seven-one years. Nine children were born to them, four surviving, namely: Daniel and Alfred, of Cetronia; Jesse, of Mickleys, and Mrs. Peter Sittler, of Eckert's. There are twenty-six grandchildren and forty great-grandchildren. He was the last of his family, five brothers and two sisters having preceded him in death. Deceased was a staunch Republican in politics and for a number of years was a road supervisor in South Whitehall township. For several terms, he was an elder in the Cedarville Lutheran Church. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 6, 1915, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Joseph Warmkessel, a well known native of Longswamp township, Berks county, resided with his son at Pottstown. He retired, apparently well, last Thursday night. In the morning he was found cold in death, having evidently succumbed to heart failure, as his position and the bed clothing showed that no struggle had been made. Deceased was born near Mertztown and was a highly respected man. His wife died six years ago, since which time he resided with his children. He brought his age to 83 years, 3 months and 21 days. Three children survive, being James, of Pottstown; Elvina, Mrs. Jonathan Schwartz, of Hancock, and Joanna, Mrs. Nathan D. Fritch, of Macungie. The funeral took place on Tuesday from the residence of Mrs. Schwartz, at Hancock. Burial was made at Mertztown.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 15, 1894, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Katie (nee Reifinger), the aged widow of William Warmkessel, died suddenly of apoplexy, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Thomas C. Koch, at Hancock. These children survive: Marcus, Maxatawny; Frank, Mrs. William Becker, and Mrs. Thomas C. Koch, of Hancock; Milton, Reading; Mrs. Daniel Geist, Allentown; and Mrs. Sarah Oswald, Mertztown. Funeral on Wednesday. Services and interment at St. Paul's Church at Mertztown. Rev. M. H. Brensinger will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 27, 1915, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Kenneth Warmkessel, of near Maxatawny church, who suffered an attack of infantile paralysis that left him helpless four years ago, died of complications at noon on Tuesday in St. Joseph's hospital, Reading, at the age of 11 years and 6 months. The child was a son of Levi and Carrie (Scheirer) Warmkessel. He was stricken at the age of 7 years, and since then had been unable to attend public school. He did, however, attend sessions of the Maxatawny Sunday school, where he was registered in the junior department. It was necessary to carry him to the school. He was taken to the hospital two weeks ago for treatment. Surviving the boy are his parents, four brothers and five sisters: Oscar, warren, Nevin, Harold, Anna, Mae, Christine and Joyce, all at home; and Mrs. Clarence Angstadt, Mertztown R. 1. He also leaves his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Sheirer, Macungie. The funeral will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the home of his parents, with continued services in Lehigh church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William O. Wolford will officiate. Viewing Friday from 7 to 9.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 2, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. L. Clara, widow of Benjamin Warmkessel, passed away yesterday morning at 9 o'clock at her late home, 50 Locust street, Macungie, aged 79 years, 9 months and 16 days. Mrs. Warmkessel was in ill health for several days, but a stroke she suffered twelve days ago hastened her death. She was born in Longswamp township, a daughter of Jonas and Eliza, nee Merkle, Romig. Her husband preceded her in death by twenty years. She was a member of the Reformed wing of Mertztown church. There survive to mourn her passing the following sons: Irwin, at home; Leon, Maurice, Levi, Kutztown R. 1; Sylvester, Macungie R. 1; Jonas, Norristown; Oscar, Maxatawny, and Victor, Emaus. A brother, Daniel Romig, Topton; a sister, Catherine Long, Emaus; nineteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held Friday at 1.30 p.m., D.S.T., with continued services in the Mertztown church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Rev. M. H. Brensinger, D.D., will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 29, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
On Tuesday, Mrs. Lydia Warmkessel, wife of Joseph Warmkessel, residing a mile from Mertztown, was buried in the Mertztown cemetery. She brought her age to 67 years. Death resulted from a complication of diseases. The daughter of dec'd, Mrs. Penrose Knappenberger, living at the same place, died on Tuesday night. She died from an attack of typhus fever, which is said to be the lowest stage of typhoid fever and a disease seldom heard of here. Sallie, daughter of Mrs. Kanppenberger, is also lying in a low condition, and it is thought suffering with the same disease as her mother. The sister of dec'd, Mrs. David Kern, residing with her daughter, Mrs. C. M. Mohr of East Macungie, was attending to her during her sickness, when suddenly, on Saturday morning, she received a stroke of apoplexy of the heart, from which she was at latest accounts not expected to recover. The house is almost a hospital, there being in two rooms sick ones, almost on the brink of death and two already gone.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, May 17, 1888, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Marcus Warmkessel, Mertztown's oldest resident, died Monday morning at his home at the age of 96. He retired in 1916 and moved to Mertztown after farming in Maxatawny and Longswamp. His wife, the former Miss Rosa J. E. Fegely, died 28 years ago. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late William and Katherine Reifinger Warmkessel, and was the last of their family of 10. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Mertztown, and formerly served there as a deacon and elder. Surviving are a son, Edwin W., of Breinigsville, three daughters, Cora, wife of John Schnable of Mertztown R. 1; Jennie, wife of Walter Drey of Mertztown R. 1, and Rosa, wife of Orlando Moll of Fleetwood. Another daughter, Miss Ella G. Warmkessel, preceded him in death. Also surviving are three grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. One great-grandson, Carl Herman, is serving in Korea.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 14, 1953, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mary Ann (Merkel) Warmkessel, widow of Thomas Warmkessel, aged eighty-two years, died at her home in Maxatawny township on Tuesday afternoon. Complication of diseases and senile debility were the causes of death. Deceased was born and raised in Maxatawny township and lived there all her life. She was a daughter of Peter Merkel. She was one of the oldest members of St. Paul's Reformed Church, Mertztown. The following sons and daughters remain: Rev. H. W. Warmkessel, pastor of Hope Lutheran Church, Reading; Frank Warmkessel, at home; Milton, Allentown; Mrs. Chas. Brownmiller, Shoemakersville; Mrs. James Conrad, Allentown; Mrs. Horace Schmoyer, Allentown. There remain twenty-one grandchildren. Deceased was preceded in death by her husband fifteen years.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 30, 1916, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mary Olivia Warmkessel, widow of Milton H. Warmkessel, died yesterday morning at the residence of her son, Alfred Warmkessel, 311 S. Whitehall Ave. She was in her 87th year. Born in Berks county, the daughter of Tilghman and Carolina, nee Keller, Hausman. Mrs. Warmkessel was the mother of 16 children, 10 of whom survive. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran church of Mertztown for 66 years. Survivors are eight sons, Herbert S., Wilson D., Alfred F., Cunie H., Edward R., Milton A., William E., and Paul J.., all of Allentown; two daughters, Olivia, wife of Oswin Meck of Topton, and Katie, wife of Norman Lenhart of Allentown; 80 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Laura Borne of Reading, and one brother, Morris Hausman of Ocean City, N.J. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Derr funeral home, 46 E. Susquehanna St., and at 2 p.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran church, Mertztown. Interment will be in adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, August 25, 1946, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Milton H. Warmkessel, 822 South Eighth street, died yesterday. He is survived by wife, Olivia, nee Hausman, thirteen children: Tilghman, Cherryville; Herbert and Wilson, Allentown; Alfred, Kratzers; Cunnie, Edward, William, Milton, Paul, Mrs. Fred Geist, Mrs. Herbert Reidenauer, Mrs. Oswin Meck, Mertztown, and Katie, at home, 39 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive, as do two brothers, Isaac and Aaron, Longswamp, and three sisters, Elizabeth Carl, Blandon; Mrs. Abraham Frey, Fredericksville, and Mrs. Susanna Romig, Henningersville. Another sister, Mrs. Maria Frey, will be buried today. He was a fireman at the Wire Mill for thirteen years. He was found dead by his wife at noon. He was a member of the Longswamp Union Society and Allentown Den, No. 1, Order of Tigers of the World. Funeral on Tuesday at 12 o'clock at his late home and 2.15 in the Mertztown church. Rev. Bernd officiating. Interment Mertztown cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 15, 1919, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Milton J. Warmkessel, 84, music teacher and well known bandsman, of 119 S. 14th St., died yesterday morning in Allentown hospital. In failing health for a little more than a week he was admitted to the hospital last Wednesday. A member for many years of the Allentown band, at the time it was under the direction of Martin Klingler, who died in 1933, he had himself directed at various times, the Topton, Slatedale and Hellertown bands. His principal instrument was the clarinet, but he taught many others. He played in the orchestra at the old Mealey auditorium many years ago, in Atlantic City for two years, and was a member of the Ringgold band, Reading, for seven years. He was born in Maxatawny township, Berks county, a son of the late Thomas and Mary (Merkel) Warmkessel. He was the husband of Mrs. Kathryn (Trexler) Warmkessel and a member of Christ Lutheran church. Besides his wife he is survived by a brother Frank, Topton, and two sisters, Mrs. Ellen Schmoyer, Allentown, and Mrs. Annie Brownmiller, Easton. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Mrs. Susanna Leibensperger, and a brother, Rev. Henry W. Warmkessel.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 19, 1948, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Nathan Warmkessel, of Longswamp tsp., died of apoplexy and will be buried today (Thursday) at the Mertztown cemetery. Services will be held at the Longswamp church, owing to the remodeling of the one at Mertztown. Rev. B. E. Kramlich, of Kutztown, will officiate. Deceased was about 73 years old. He was a mason by trade and is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Allen Rohrbach.
[Source: "Breinigsville News," Macungie Progress, Thursday, April 21, 1898, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Paul J. Warmkessel, of 623 Cleveland St., alderman of Allentowns 12th ward, died yesterday afternoon at the Mt. Trexler sanitorium, Limeport, where he had been a patient about five days. He was 45 years old. Warmkessel, a Republican committeeman in the wards first district for nearly a quarter century and an assessor for 12 years, was appointed to the aldermanic post in 1946 by former Gov. Edward Martin, to fill the unexpired term of the late John J. Fullmer. A native of Shamrock, Berks county, he made his home in the 12th ward here for 42 years. He was a son of the late Milton and Olivia (Hausman) Warmkessel and was a member of Grace Lutheran church and the council, choir, brotherhood and Sunday school of the church. Warmkessel worked on Mack Mfg. Cos assembly line for 24 years. He leaves his wife, the former Helen Herman, and five children: Paul W. Warmkessel, now serving in the U. S. Air force; Louise A., wife of William Martz, Philadelphia; Frances H., wife of Edwin Snyder, and Caroline E., wife of Luther Ochs, both of Allentown; and Joan E. Warmkessel, at home. Also surviving are four grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters: Edward, Milton, Herbert, Cunie, William and Fred Warmkessel and Katie, wife of Norman Lenhart, all of Allentown; and Olivia, wife of Oswin Meck, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 9, 1949, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Peter, son of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Warmkessel, of Henningsville, died on Sunday, aged 10 years, and was buried Friday, with interment at Mertztown Church. He is survived by his parents, two sisters and three brothers, as follows: Mrs. Daniel Moyer and Mrs. Acquilla Meck, Henningsville; Aaron Warmkessel, of Allentown, and Harrison and Henry, of Hinterleiter's Crossing.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 5, 1906, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Rofena Warmkessel, 88, a resident of Topton, died yesterday morning in Allentown hospital. She was a daughter of the late Isaac and Rachel (Zerby) Schoedler. Mrs. Warmkessel was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran church, Mertztown, and of its Ladies Aid society and Willing Workers group. Surviving are an adopted daughter, Mrs. Oswin Meck of Topton, and a number of nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Isaac Warmkessel.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 6, 1948, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Rosa Jane Elizabeth, wife of Marcus Warmkessel, a well known and highly esteemed resident of near Mertztown, died suddenly from heart disease on Wednesday morning at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Drey, that place, aged 67 years, 7 months and 25 days. Mrs. Warmkessel was born a daughter of the late Edwin Fegley and his wife, Margaret, nee Weiler. She was a faithful member of the Reformed church at Mertztown and was greatly loved and respected by her neighbors and friends. Besides her husband, she is survived by the following children: Mrs. John Schnable, of Alburtis, R.F.D.; Mrs. Walter Drey, of Mertztown, R.F.D.; Edwin Warmkessel, of Breinigsville, and Mrs. Orlando Moll, of Fleetwood. She is also survived by two sisters and one brother, Mrs. Frank Warmkessel, of Hancock; Mrs. Andrew Reitnauer, of Spring City, and Israel Fegley, of Mertztown R.F.D. The funeral will be held from the home of her son-in-law and daughter on Monday at 10 a.m. Brief services will be conducted at the house, followed by further services in St. Paul's Union church, Mertztown, Rev. M. H. Brensinger officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 14, 1925, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sarah, nee Moyer, widow of Aaron Warmkessel, passed away at her home near Henningsville, Alburtis R. 1, yesterday afternoon following a short illness of complications. She was in her seventy-eighth year. Her husband had been blind for years before his death. A daughter of Benjamin and his wife Sallie, nee Rohrbach, Moyer, she was born, reared and was a lifelong resident of the section in which she died. A devout Protestant, she was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Union church at Mertztown. Surviving her are three sons, Aaron B., Alburtis R. 1; Harrison B., Reading, and Henry D., Kutztown R. 1. In addition there survive 28 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Short funeral services will be held from her late home Tuesday at 1.30 p.m., D.S.T., with continued services following in St. Paul's Union church, Mertztown. Rev. William S. Dry, of Kutztown, will officiate. Interment will be made in St. Paul's cemetery. Friends may call Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 28, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sarah N. Warmkessel, wife of Moses Warmkessel, died at her home, No. 235 North Tenth street, yesterday following an illness of eight weeks which started with an attack of Bright's disease. She was a patient sufferer. Many friends deeply regret her death. Mrs. Warmkessel was born at Shamrock, Berks county, and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Shirey. She was 55 years, 1 month and 14 days of age. She leaves her husband and two brothers, Rev. J. H. Shirey, a prominent United Evangelical clergyman, a former pastor of Bethany Church, Allentown, and Presiding Elder James Shirey, of Reading, is a brother, and Mrs. Mary Stofflet, of Allentown, a sister. Mrs. Warmkessel was a faithful attendant at all the services in Bethany Church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 22, 1916, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Victor H. Warmkessel, 79, died yesterday morning at his home, 219 North St., Emmaus. He was the husband of Rada (Walbert) Warmkessel. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Benjamin and Clara (Romig) Warmkessel. He was a retired custodian of the East Penn School district. Warmkessel was a member of the Lutheran Congregation of Zion Lehigh Church, Alburtis; the Lutheran Brotherhood; the ladies aid society of the church, and the senior Citizens of Emmaus. He is survived by his wife; a daughter, Viola, wife of Ruben Danner, Emmaus; a son, Harry, at home; six brothers, Oscar, Breinigsville; Levi, Maxatawny; Sylvester and Leon, both Macungie; Maurice, Fogelsville; Irving, Breinigsville. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Reinsmith Funeral Home, 25 Elm St., Emmaus, with calling on Tuesday, 7-9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 24, 1960, page 39. Submitted by Jerri.]
William Warmkessel died at DeLong, Berks county, of apoplexy, aged 65 years. He was an active member of the Lutheran congregation of the Mertztown church, and left a wife and the following children: Augustus and Frank, of DeLong; Mareus and Milton, of near Shamrock; Mrs. William Becker, of near Mertztown; Mrs. Sarah Oswald, of Mertztown; Mrs. Daniel Geist, of DeLong, and Kate, residing at home.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 2, 1893, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Allen W. Warner, 88, of 416 N. Coal St., Port Carbon, and ManorCare Health Services, Pottsville, died Sunday at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center. Born in Schuylkill Haven, Oct. 19, 1912, he was a son of the late Adam and Annie Wenrick Warner. He retired from the Reading Railroad. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, Port Carbon, a former member of Port Carbon Senior Citizens, Delvar Ceramic Club and Berks County Ceramic Club. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Anna Mae David, in 1996; a son, Robert, in 1980; two sisters, Ruth Berger and Helen Runkle; a brother, Guy. He was the last member of his immediate family. Surviving are a daughter, Lois Bloschichak, Saint Clair; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday from Robert A. Evans Funeral Home, Port Carbon. The Rev. Lester Groves will officiate. Interment will be in Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, February 26, 2001. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Carol A. Warris, 51, of Quakertown, died Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2002 at Grand View Hospital, West Rockhill Township. Memorial services were held Nov. 18. She was the wife of Ronald "Buzz" Warris Sr. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of Robert A. Leve of Lansdale and June Eva (Cannon) Roberts of Arizona, and the step-daughter of Norma B. Leve of Lansdale. She was a former member of the Milford Township Fire Co. Fire Police. In addition to her husband, parents and step-mother, she is survived by: three sons, Ronald B. Jr. and Timothy, both at home, and Robert E. of Allentown; two brothers Robert A. Leve Jr. of Tucson, Ariz. and Alfred W. Leve of Phoenix, Ariz.; four sisters, Helen Leve and Dorothea Hanft, both of Tucson, Ariz., Ruth Kramer of Fairfield, Ohio and Marie Franke of Phoenix, Ariz.; eight grandchildren. Arrangements: C. R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., Quakertown.
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Rev. J. William Wartluft, 88, formerly of Kutztown, died May 27 in the Masonic Health Care Center of The Masonic Homes of Elizabethtown, Lancaster County, where he had resided. He was the husband of Ruth D. (Dukes) Wartluft. Born in Wernersville, he was a son of the late William M. and Florence J. (Gerhart) Wartluft. Wartluft was ordained a minister in the United Church of Christ at St. John's (Hain's) UCC, Lower Heidelberg Township and has served several parishes throughout Pennsylvania and Ohio during his career. He was a member of St. Paul's UCC, Fleetwood. Wartluft was a 1935 graduate of Wernersville High School and received his theological degree from the University of Maine in 1967. He was past master of Reading Lodge 549, Free and Accepted Masons, and past commander of Reading Commandery 9. Wartluft is also survived by two daughters, Carol A. (Wartluft) Small, Orrington, Maine, and Myra E. (Wartluft) Coffin, Gray, Maine. Other survivors include two sisters, Kathryn (Wartluft) Goldsmith and Irene (Wartluft) Renninger, both of Wyomissing. There are also eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Sell Memorial Chapel at The Masonic Homes. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton. Henninger Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, May 29, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
Wartman - In Penn, February 8th, Hannah, wife of Samuel Wartman, aged 63 years, 7 months and 15 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 26, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Wartz - Near Straustown, July 14th, Elizabeth Wartz, daughter of Jacob and Elizabeth Wartz, age 82 years and 8 months.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, July 26, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]
Elizabeth L., nee Hilbert, widow of Joel Wartzenheft, died at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Oswald in Stony Run after a short illness. She was 77 years old. She was a daughter of the late Abraham and Lovina Quillman Hilbert and was born in Ruscombmanor township, Berks county. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran church, Kutztown. Surviving are the following children: William, Roy, Paul, Daniel, Thomas, all of Kutztown; James, Mertztown R.D.; Harry, Robesonia; samuel, of Sinking Spring; Mrs. Carrie Weidner, Mrs. Stella Wolfe, Mrs. Katie Spohn, Mrs. Luma Rhan, Mrs. Laila Kehm, Mayme Wartzenheft, all of Kutztown; Verna, wife of Paul Oswald, with whom she resided, 40 grandchildren, and 22 great-grandchildren. Two brothers, William and Levi Hilbert of Topton also survive. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in St. John's Lutheran church, Kutztown, with the Rev. J. W. Bittner officiating. Interment will be in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 26, 1941, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Chester C. Waruszewski, 69, died Thursday night at 11:20 of' natural causes in his residence at 1520 County St. Laureldale, following a lengthy illness. He was the husband of Ellen K. (Lutz) Waruszewski. Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Paul and, Anna (Kwikwatkoski) Waruszewski. Waruszewski was, employed for 31 years as a chemical operator by the Norda Essential Oil Co., Boonton, N.J., retiring in June 1979. He was an Army veteran of World War II. In addition to his widow, he is survived by three daughters: Ruth, wife of Elmer Stevens, Boonton, N.J.; Rose, wife of Raymond Lutz, Shillington, and Nancy, wife of Ronald Moyer, Oley. Also six grandchildren and a brother, Walter of Hackettstown, N.J. The Lamm & Whitman Funeral Home, Wernersville, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, October 26, 1985. Submitted by: Jeff.]
Waser, Mrs. Carolina, widow of the late Aaron Waser, was born in Lancaster on March 29, 1878, and quietly slipped away to go to her heavenly Home in the early hours of May 20, 1949, at her home in York after serveral months of illness at the age of 71 years, 1 month, and 21 days. Forty years ago she and her husband with their family moved to York County, where they lived on a farm. Their home was truly Christian and the church had a large place in their home and activity. Down through the years, Sister Waser was a faithful and devoted member of the St. Paul United Evangelical Church and Sunday School. She loved to attend the services and fellowship with her friends, and she did so until a few months ago when the afllictions of the body became such that she was no longer able to attend. She is survived by three daughters and one son: Mrs. Henry Myers of Thomasville R.D. 1; Mrs. Elmer Spangler of Dover R.D. 3; Mrs. Howard Leber (with whom she made her home) of York; and Fred T. Waser of Manchester; two sisters, Mrs. Harry Harrison of Lancaster and Mrs. Sophia Davis of Reading; 21 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. The Funeral was conducted from the Sleeger Funeral Home by her pastor, assisted by Rev. Amos Waser and Rev. Donald Waser. On the slopes of Greenmount Cemetery, her body was laid to rest. __J. R. Weaver
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXV, no. 24, June 14, 1949, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]
Miss Mary M. Wasley, aged 20 years, living at Shenandoah, died after a length illness of Bright's disease. The young lady only recently completed a scientific course at the Millersville State Normal School.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, November 21, 1903. Submitted by Nancy.]
Harlen K. Wasser, 63, of 107 E. Hunter St., Lyons, died Monday in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Irene (Fennstermaker) Wasser. He was a mail clerk for Caloric Corp., Topton, for 15 years. Born in Lyons, he was a son of the late Charles and Sallie (Kemp) Wasser. He was a member of Grace Evangelical Congregational Church, Kutztown. Surviving with his widow are a sister Elizabeth, wife of Linwood Hoppes, of Kutztown; a brother, Charles, of Lyons; and a half-brother, Leon Boone, of Carson City, Nev. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the Schofer Funeral home, 107 N. Main St., Topton. A calling hour will precede the services.
[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, February 19, 1980, page D-4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Watt -- In Reading, on July 19th, Robert L., youngest son of Thomas and Lizzie Watt, aged 1 year, 9 months and 11 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, July 26, 1879. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Among the local survivors of Anna M. (Guzowski) Wawrzyniak, formerly of Reading, who died May 15 in the Muhlenberg Township residence of a son, Robert J., is another son, Stanley Wawrzyniak, Blandon.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, May 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Daniel H. Wayne, 75, former hotelman of 539 N. 11th St, died yesterday in the Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for four days. Born near Belleman's Church, Bern Township, a son of the late John and Elmira (Hafer) Wayne, he had owned and operated the American House in Leesport for three years before retiring in 1950.
Formerly engaged in farming, Wayne was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Belleman's Union Church, near Dauberville, and the Mount Pleasant fire company and was one of the oldest members of the Hampden fire company. Surviving are his widow, Jennie L. (Stump) Wayne, and a son, John, of Leesport, four daughters, Esther, wife of Franklin Resh, Stonersville, Dorothy, wife of Robert Hoffecker, and Martha, wife of Carl Mull, both of Reading, and Stella, wife of Charles Hall, Riverside, Calif, nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and a sister, Ella, widow of Clarence Eyrich in Illinois. Arrangement are in charge of T.C. Auman, Inc.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, February 11, 1963, p. 20. Submitted by Judy.]
Mrs Ellen M. (Rick) Wayne, 79, widow of Samuel H. Wayne, Mount Penn, died last night in the Reading Hospital. She was a daughter of the late Darius and Annetta Rick. Mrs Wayne was a native of Center Township and was a member of Belleman's United Church of Christ. Her husband died Jan 24, 1945. Surviving is a brother, Alvin Rick, of Rockland, Md.
The funeral will be held from the Lutz Funeral Home, with further services in Belleman's Church. The Rev. Dr Paul Slinghoff will officiate. Entombment will be made in the mausoleum in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, October 31, 1959, p. 16. Submitted by: Submitted by Judy.]
Leesport, Sept 26--Elmer C. Wayne, 64, died yesterday morning in his Leesport R.D. 1 residence. Born in Jefferson Township, a son of the late James and Libbie (Schaeffer) Wayne. He was a farmer prior to his retirement. He was a member of Epler's United Church of Christ, Leesport, R.D. 1. Wayne also was affiliated with Mount Pleasant Fire Co, and the Goodwill Beneficial Assn. He is survived by his widow, Jennie M. (Kissling) Wayne, a daughter, June, wife of Elmer Harle, Leesport, R.D. 1, two grandchildren, a brother, Lloyd, of State Hill, and five sisters; Grace, wife of Elmer Davidheiser, Blue Marsh, Elsie, wife of John Blessing, Sinking Spring R.D., Edna, wife of John Hollenbach, Womelsdorf R.D. 1, Laura, wife of Edward Hoyer, Bernville, and Esther, wife of Carl Gerhart, Fredericksburg R.D. 1. Services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in Epler's Church, the Rev. Dr. George A. Ehrgood officiating. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. The Kuhn Funeral Home, West Reading, has charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, Sept. 26, 1960, p. 22. Submitted by: Judy.]
Four Deaths Occur in Family in Two Months
Death entered a Leesport family four times within the last two months. Following her son-in-law, William Sheidy, of Sinking Spring, R.D. 1, in death only 24 hours, Elmira (Hafer) widow of John Wayne, died this morning at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs William Speace, Jr, in Ontelaunee township, near Leesport. She was 82 years old. On Nov 7, Mrs Wayne's brother, Benjamin Hafer, died in Centerport, Nov 21, a brother-in-law, Henry Schell, died in Hyde Park, yesterday the son-in-law, William Sheidy, and this morning, Mrs. Wayne.
Death followed an illness of four days. Surviving are six children, James, near Van Reed's Paper MIll, Katie, widow of William Sheidy, who will be buried on Saturday, Samuel, Ontelaunee township, Annie, wife of Frederick Daubert, Reading, Daniel, Stonersville, and Ella, wife of Clarence Eyrich, Erie, Illinois, 25 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, one brother, Samuel Hafer, Centerport, and three sisters, Mary, widow of Henry Schell, Reading, Katie, widow of John Coldren, Riverside, and Anna, widow of William Kulp, West Lawn. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Belleman's Church. Her husband died 29 years ago. She was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Elizabeth (Yerger) Hafer. Funeral services Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at the Naftzinger funeral home, Centerport. The Rev. John K. Stoudt will conduct further services in Belleman's Church. Interment in adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, Jan. 10, 1935, p. 20. Submitted by: Judy.]
Helen L. Wayne, 90, of 497 Rebers Bridge Road, Lower Heidelberg Township, was dead on arrival Friday evening in Reading Hospital. She was taken to the hospital from the Mifflin Center, Cumru Township, where she had been since April 4. Her husband, Lloyd G. Wayne, died Feb. 2, 1988. Born in Lower Heidelberg Township, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Brossman) Kerchner. Surviving are five sons: Arthur L., Wyomissing; Donald J., Leesport; Gerald K., Sinking Spring; Russell R., Hyde Park; and Larry L., with whom she last resided. Other survivors include a brother, William Kerchner, Fritztown, and a sister, Mabel, widow of Harvey Spohn, a resident at the Berks Heim. There are also eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Nelson.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, April 12, 1998, p. B8. Submitted by: Judy.]
State Hill, June 7-----James M. Wayne, 69, died yesterday in his home here. He was a son of the late John Z. and Elmira (Hafer) Wayne, and was a member of Epler's Reformed Church. Surviving are his widow, Lizzie (Schaeffer), two sons, Elmer, of Muhlenberg township, and Lloyd, of this place, five daughters, Grace, wife of Elmer Davidheiser, of Blue Marsh, Elsie, wife of Jack Blessing, of Sinking Spring, Laura, wife of Edward Hoyer, of Womelsdorf, R.D. 1; Esther, wife of Carl Gerhart, of Womelsdorf, 15 grandchildren, three sisters, Mrs Kate Sheidy, of Sinking Spring, R.D. 1, Anna Wayne, of Reading, Ella of Illinois, two brothers, Samuel Wayne. of Mt Penn, and Daniel Wayne, of Blandon. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in Epler's Church, the Rev. Dr. George A. Ehrgood officiating. Interment will be made in Epler's Cemetery. The Kuhn Funeral Home, West Reading, has charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, June 7, 1943, p. 18. Submitted by: Judy.]
Services for Mrs Jennie Wayne, 74, of 539 N. 11th St, who died yesterday in the Reading Hospital, where she was a patient since May 10, will be held Friday at 10:30 a.m. the Rev. R.H. Stuliff will officiate in the Kuhn Funeral Home, West Reading. Burial will be made in Belleman's church Cemetery, Mohrsville, RD. Born in Spring Township, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Maggie (Heck) Stump. Her husband Daniel H. Wayne, died in February 1963. Mrs Wayne is survived by four daughters; Dorothy N, wife of Robert Hoffecker, and Martha W, wife of Carl F. Mull, both of Wyomissing, Stella, wife of Charles Hall, Riverside, Calif, and Mrs Esther Resh, Stonersville, a son, John, Leesport R.D. 1, nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs Stella Hartman, Limekiln.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 28, 1968, p. 31. Submitted by: Judy.]
Reading -- Leroy Wayne of 37 Smith Ave., Topton, died Thursday night in St. Joseph's Hospital here, several hours after he fell from a ladder.
The 37-year-old supervisor of the engineering department at Atlas Mineral Products Co., Mertztown, died of a brain injury received in the fall.
An official of the Atlas company said Wayne fell eight feet from a ladder while checking a plastic ventilating system being installed in a plant here. He was alone in the room at the time.
Wayne was born in Reading as a son of Mrs. Maggie (Mehle) and the late Clarence Wayne.
He was a member of Calvary Church of the Nazarene and attended St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Topton.
Surviving in addition to his mother are his widow, Ruth N. (Jones) Wayne; three sons, Dennis L., Brian B. and Scott C., all at home; two brothers, Harold of Reading and Lester of Sinking Spring; and four sisters, Kathryn, wife of Robert Hassler, Stony Creek Mills; Mary, wife of Warren Schmehl of Sinking Spring; June, wife of Paul Ettel; and Jane, wife of Robert Emes, both of Reading.
Services are being arranged by T. C. Auman, Inc., of Reading.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 2, 1960, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Lloyd G. Wayne, 89, of Sinking Spring R.D. 5, died Tuesday morning at 12:23 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Friday. He was the husband of Helen L. (Kerchner) Wayne. Wayne had been employed as a laborer by the Carpenter Technology Corp, before retiring. In additon to his wife, he is survived by five sons; Arthur L., Bernville, Donald J., Leesport R.D. 1, Gerald K. and Larry L., both of Sinking Spring R.D. 5, and Russell R., Hyde Park, and eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Also four sisters; Elsie, widow of John Blessing, Reading R.D. 9, and Laura, widow of Edwin Hoyer, Bernville, Edna Hollenbach, in Pennsylvania, and Esther Gerhart, Fredericksburg. The Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Wernersville, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, Feb. 3, 1988, p. 35. Submitted by: Judy.]
Samuel H. Wayne 63, died at 9:30 a.m. today at his home, 2502 Perkiomen Ave, Mt Penn, after an illness of two weeks. Born in Center Township, a son of the late John and Elmira (Hafer) Wayne, he was a member of Belleman's Reformed Church. Surviving are his widow, Ellen (Rick) Wayne, one brother, Daniel, of Blandon, and three sisters; Mrs Sheidy, Spring Township, Annie, wife of Fred Daubert, Reading, and Mrs Ella Eyrich, Illinois. Services at 1:30 p.m. in the Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. Dr. John K. Stoudt officiating. Burial in Belleman's Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, Jan 24, 1945, p. 16. Submitted by: Judy.]
Charles O. Weaknecht, 79, died Saturday night at Berks heim, where he had been a guest the last year. He formerly resided at 8 Main St., Topton. He was a cigar maker in Topton for 15 years around the turn of the century, when cigars were handmade. Later he was a hod carrier and an employe of Topton's Caloric Appliance Corp. He retired 12 years ago. Born July 25, 1877, in Maxatawny Township, he was a son of the late James and Sarah Schaeffer Weaknecht. He was a member of the Reformed wing of Maxatawny Church and of the Topton Fire Co. Survivors include his wife, the former Jennie Eck Schaeffer, who resided at 8 Main St., Topton, and two sisters, Mayme, wife of Syrus Schoffer, Topton, and Helen, wife of Robert Wahle, Stony Creek Mills, Berks County. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 1, 1957, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ella, wife of George Weaknecht, who died Sunday at 2.30 a.m. at the home of her brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Rohrbach, aged 16 years and 11 months, suffered greatly for several weeks. Her death resulted from being severely burned, her clothes catching fire while burning waste paper, Wednesday, Dec. 5. To add to her misfortune a daughter was born a few days later, which, however, lived only a few hours. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Mill, near Shamrock. Besides her parents, her husband and the following brothers and sisters survive: Ida, a twin sister, and Calvin, at home; Emma, wife of Elmer Rohrbach, Topton; Jonothan, of Shamrock; Eugene, of Bower's Station; James of Claussville, and Katie, wife of David Hess, of Fredericksville. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huff's Church, and was married Aug. 26, 1906. Funeral took place Wednesday, Dec. 26, at 9:30 a.m. Services and interment at Zion's Church, Maxatawny, Revs. W. F. Bond and G. B. Smith officiating.
[Source: Topton news, Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 27, 1906, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
George T. Weaknecht, 72, 231 Home St., Topton, died yesterday in Wernersville. He was born in Maxatawny Township, a son of James and Sarah (Schaeffer) Weaknecht. He was a cigar maker but had most recently been employed by a hosiery mill in Reading. He was a member of the Maxatawny Zion's Union Church. Survivors are his widow Ellen C. (Beahm) Weaknecht; two sons, George, at home, and Paul, Mertztown; a brother, Charles, Topton; and three sisters, Mrs. Annie Springer and Mrs. Mayme Schofer, Topton, and Mrs. Helen Wahl, Stony Creek Mills, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday from the Schofer funeral Home, Topton. Burial will be in Maxatawny Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 4, 1954, page 55. Submitted by Jerri.]
James H. Weaknecht, 44, of Mertztown R. 1, Longswamp Township, died yesterday in Reading Hospital. He was a son of George and Ella (Behm) Weaknecht, Topton. He was born in Lyons. For many years, he was employed by Homan's Dairy and more recently by the Allen Organ Co., Macungie. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton, the Topton Fire Co., and the Mertztown Rod and Gun Club. Survivors are his parents, his wife, Mrs. Marie (Lesher) Weaknecht; two sons, Richard, Kutztown, and Jay, Emmaus; a granddaughter, and two brothers, George, Topton, and Paul, Mertztown R. 1. Services will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton, with interment in the Topton Union Cemetery. Calling hours from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 11, 1954, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]
Sarah (nee Schaeffer), widow of James Weaknecht, died at Topton Friday morning. There survive three brothers, Jeremiah, Lyon Valley; Oscar, Maxatawny, and Harvey, Allentown. The following children remain: Edwin E. and Mamie, both at home; Mrs. George E. Rose, Mrs. Joseph Sandman, and Helen, all of Reading, and George, Charles and Mrs. A. L. Springer.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 7, 1916, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Among the local survivors of Edna (Schoener) Wealand, 93, formerly of Newmanstown, who died March 13 in the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, is a daughter, Arlene (Wealand) Hopkins, Hamburg.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, March 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
On Wednesday evening last, Alvin Wean, a young farmer living near Shamrock, on the East Penn Railroad, while fishing in an abandoned mine hole near his home, fell in and was drowned. After a search of two hours his body was recovered. He was only 20 years of age.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, May 31, 1893, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Following an operation performed at the Allentown hospital, Catherine Mandilla Wean, a highly respected resident of Topton, died Tuesday afternoon, aged 49 years, 5 months and 14 days. Miss Wean was admitted to the hospital a week ago for surgical treatment. She was a native of near Boyertown and was a daughter of Frank Wean and his wife, Hettie Long Wean. She lived at Topton for many years and was active in church and civic affairs of the community. She was a devout member of St. Stephen's Reformed church and Sunday school, Ladies' Aid society and Ladies' guild and the Ladies' auxiliary of the Topton Volunteer fire company. For the past twenty years she lived with her sister, Mrs. John Madeira, of Home avenue, Topton. She was employed as a hosiery worker for many years. There survive the following brothers and sisters: Henry and Alvin Wean and Mrs. John Madeira, Topton, and Mrs. Edwin Glasser, Allentown. The funeral will be held from the Madeira home on Saturday morning at 9.30 o'clock. Short services will be conducted at the house. Continued services in St. Stephen's Reformed church, Topton. Rev. George B. Smith, of Kutztown, will officiate. Interment will be made in Union cemetery, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 16, 1927, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Elemina, nee Moyer, Wean, widow of John Wean, died yesterday afternoon at 5.30 o'clock at the residence of her son, John Wean, 542 North Third street, Emaus, after an illness of three weeks. She was 75 years, 1 month and 25 days of age. Mrs. Wean was a daughter of the late Reuben and Maria, nee Fenstermacher, Moyer. She was born in Berks county. Surviving to mourn her passing are the following children: William, Marion, O.; John, with whom she resided; Reuben, Pottstown; Herbert, Birdsboro; Mrs. George Neumoyer, Emaus, and Mrs. Fred Seidel, of Reading. Sixteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren also survive. She was the last of a family of eight children. Two sons preceded her in death. Her husband died eight years ago and since that time Mrs. Wean has been living with her children. She was a member of the Lutheran wing of Huff's church. The funeral will be held from her late home, the residence of her son, on Tuesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Interment will be made in Huff's church cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 14, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
John Wean, an aged resident of Lower Macungie township, died at his home near Spring Creek on Monday noon of a complication of diseases, aged 72 years, 6 months and 1 day. He was a son of the late Charles Wean and his wife Judith (nee Carl) and was born in District township, Berks county. In his youth he attended the schools in his immediate vicinity and when grown to manhood entered the general store business and conducted stores at several places. His last stand was at Harlem but two years ago he sold his business and lived a retired life. He was sick for over a year and was bedfast about four months. He is survived by his widow Elemina (nee Moyer) and the following children: Reuben Wean, of Pottstown; William Wean, of Marion, Ohio; John Wean, of Allentown; Herbert of Birdsboro; Mrs. George Newmoyer of Macungie R. 1; Mrs. Frederick Seidel, of Reading. Fourteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren also survive. Two sons and two daughters preceded in death. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Huff's Church. Funeral services will be held at his late home on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Burial at the convenience of the family in Huff's Church cemetery, Rev. Frank P. Laros officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 12, 1919, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Libbie Leanda Wean, wife of Henry L. Wean, died Thursday morning at her home, Center avenue, Topton, after an illness of complications. She was in her sixty-sixth year. Mrs. Wean was born in Maxatawny, Berks county, a daughter of John and Rebecca, nee Smith, Kemp. She was a member of St. Peter's Reformed church, Topton, the Sunday school and Ladies Aid society of that church and was affiliated with the East Penn chapter, O.E.S., Kutztown, and the Ladies auxiliary of the Ray A. Master post, No. 217, American Legion, of Topton. Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, George R. Wean, Topton, and one granddaughter. Two brothers, William G. Kemp, and John I. Kemp, of Kutztown R.R., also survive. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 14, at 1.30 p.m., from her late home. Continued services will follow in St. Peter's Reformed church, Rev. Dr. George B. Smith, Kutztown, officiating. Interment will be made in Union cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 11, 1935, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]
Reading Sarah M. Wean, formerly of Pottstown, died Sunday morning at the Reading Hospital. She was 86. She resided in Pottstown most of her life. She lived with a daughter in nearby Shillington the last three years. Born in Shamrock, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Ephraim and Emmaleine Berky Fegely. She was the widow of Reuben C. Wean. Mrs. Wean was a member of Zion United Church of Christ, Pottstown. Surviving are a daughter, Ethel, wife of Robert E. Engle, Shillington; two sons, Raymond J., Warren, Ohio, and Robert E., Pottstown; two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Houck Funeral Home, 112 N. Washington St., Pottstown. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Tuesday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 9, 1959, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mohrsville, Nov 30-----Clarence L. Weaver died at his home in this place, aged 34 years. A native of Center township, he was a son of Carrie (Kauffman) and the late William Weaver and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Belleman's Union Church, its Sunday school, Leesport Fire Company and Camp 446, P.O.S. of A., Centerport. He was employed at the Parish Pressed Steel Company, Reading. Surviving besides his mother are his widow, Alberta (Potteiger), two children, Carl and Elizabeth, at home, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs Virgie Adams of Shoemakersville, Ralph, of Frush Valley, and Dorothy and Edward Weaver, both of this place. Funeral Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the home. Further services in Belleman's Church. Interment in the adjoining cemetery with the Rev. L.R. Miller officiating. The Nafzinger Funeral Home, of Centerport, has charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, November 30, 1938, p. 16. Submitted by: Judy.]
Services were held for Cynthia A. Weaver, 47, of Quakertown, formerly of Perkasie, who passed away on Mar. 5, 2004 at St. Luke's Quakertown Hospital. She was the wife of Stanley Weaver, Jr.. They were married for 20 years. Born in Lansdale she was the daughter of Donald Smith of Telford and Marie (Hager) Smith also of Telford. She as last employed by R & B in Colmar, and worked part-time for Bon-Ton in Quakertown. She was a head team mom and a team mom for Quakertown Midget Football. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Quakertown where she was a Sunday School teacher for many years. In addition to her husband and parents Mrs. Weaver is survived by a son, Shane Michael and a daughter, Melissa Ann, both at home; two step-sons Dan Weaver of Quakertown and Chad Weaver of Bethlehem; a brother, Gregory Smith of Gilbertsville; a sister, Brenda Hamburger of Perkasie; and three step-grandchildren. Arrangements: C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 821 West Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, March 11, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Henry M. Weaver, 70, of 143 Pieller Road, Heidelberg Township, died Wednesday in an accident in Pine Grove Township. Born in Ephrata, he was a son of the late Daniel and Lizzie Weaver. He was a farmer until his retirement. He was later employed part-time by Dutch-Way Farm Market, Myerstown. He was a member and minister at Bernville Mennonite Church, Jefferson Township, Berks County. Surviving are his wife, the former Esther Stauffer; two sons, Clifford L., Waterloo, N.Y., and Marvin L., Anna, Ill.; five daughters, Sylvia Weaver and Charlene Weaver, both at home; Geraldine Weaver and Jane Weaver, both in Guatemala, and Marcia Martin, Washington Boro; a brother, Martin, Robesonia; six sisters, Ruth Landis, Manheim, Naomi Weaver, Kirkwood, Esther Weaver and Anna M. Weaver, both of Ephrata, Martha Hoover, East Earl, and Betty Martin, Mohnton; 23 grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Bernville Mennonite Church. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Clauser Funeral Home Inc., Schaefferstown, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, February 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Private services were held for Judy A. (Dunning) Weaver, 57, of Oley, wife of William G. Weaver, who died December 6 in the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of Frances M. (Shiflett) Dunning of Oley and the late Richard R. Dunning. She graduated from Pottstown High School and worked in the returned-merchandise department of the Kiwi Co. in Douglassville for about 12 years before retiring earlier this year. In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by two daughters, Darla A. Weaver and Julie K. Weaver, both of Oley; and a grandson. She was predeceased by two brothers and a sister. Contributions may be made to the American Red Cross, 800 High St., Front Office, Pottstown, PA 19464. The Houck Funeral Home, Pottstown, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, December 12, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Mary, widow of the late Daniel Weaver, died Tuesday evening at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Oscar Confer, near East Texas, after an illness of a complication of diseases, aged sixty-one years, eight months and seven days. Her husband preceded her in death fourteen years ago. She is survived by two children, Mrs. Oscar Confer, of East Texas, and Mrs. Jonas Heffner, of Longswamp. One sister and four brothers also survive: Mrs. Daniel Grosscup, of Topton; Fred Druckenmiller, of Oley; Hiram, of Catasauqua; Moses, of Allentown, and David, of Rockland. Four grandchildren also survive. The deceased was a member of Ziegel's church where the funeral services will be held on Saturday morning, Rev. Keller officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 1, 1914, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mary Ann Weaver died suddenly at her residence, Terre Hill, Wednesday evening, of neuralgia of the heart in her 49th year. Her husband died 15 years ago. Deceased is survived by two sons and two daughters, Mrs. Harry Glasser, Samuel, Frank and Hallie. Deceased was a member of the United Evangelical church.
[Source: Reading Daily Times and Dispatch, April 11, 1902. Submitted by: Shawna.]
In Boyertown on the 15th ult., Nina, daughter of the late Charles Weaver, aged 1 year, 2 months and 19 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 3, 1863. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Ill a year and a half and bedfast six weeks, Raymond C. Weaver died Saturday morning at his home, Alburtis R. 1, near Longswamp. He was 56. He was last employed as a watchman at Long Valley Rug Mill in Mertztown, and before that he worked as a farm hand in Lehigh and Berks counties. His widow is the former Miss Priscilla Rohrbach. Born in Allentown, he was a son of Benjamin and Mary (Mohr) Weaver, and was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Longswamp Church. Surviving with his wife are a son, William B., at home, and three brothers, Osville, Allentown R. 2, and George and Edgar of Emmaus.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 22, 1952, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Bertha (Meinhardt) Webb, widow of John Webb, died Saturday night at the home of her granddaughter, Mrs. Howard Landis, near Topton, after several weeks illness. She was 89 years old. A native of Germany, Mrs. Webb was a daughter of the late Ferdinand and Hannah (Unbreid) Meinhardt. She was affiliated with the Lutheran wing of Longswamp church. Surviving are four grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Services will take place at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Schofer funeral home, Topton, with continued rites in Longswamp church and burial in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Wilson Hartzell will officiate. Calling hours are from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.
Death notice (p. 31) d. Jan. 17 1948
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 19 1948, p. 31. Submitted by Jerri.]
Daniel C. Webb, Topton, died there Saturday morning of a complication of diseases at the age of 76 years, 10 months and 24 days. He was ill about three months. He was a son of the late Daniel and Mary, Oswald, Webb and lived in Topton for twenty-two years. He was employed by the Crown Knitting mills for twelve years and served on the board of health for eighteen years. He was a charter member of Camp 141, P.O.S. of A., of Maxatawny, and a member of the Reformed wing of the Longswamp church. There survive his widow, Ellen Yanish, three sons, Fred, Topton; Cyrus, Kutztown, and John, Muskogee, Okla.; fifteen grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Wednesday morning at 9.30 from his home in Topton. Services will be conducted in the Longswamp church. The Rev. William R. Meckstroth will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 3, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ellen Webb of Topton died at the Allentown hospital shortly after 4:30 o'clock yesterday afternoon. She was admitted on Tuesday as a medical patient. She was 80 years old.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 4, 1941, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Ellen Webb of Topton, widow of Daniel Webb, died at 4.30 p.m. Wednesday at the Allentown hospital 14 days before reaching her 90th birthday. Ill for only the past few days, the aged woman was admitted as a medical patient on Tuesday. She was born in Germany, but had been a resident of Topton for the last 36 years. Mrs. Webb was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. Her parents were the late Gottlieb and Anna, nee Schmidt, Yanisch. Surviving are a son, John, of Muskogee, Okla., 17 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1.30 p.m. from the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton, Rev. William S. Bond, D.D., officiating. Viewing Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 5, 1941, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]
Eric F. Webb, 42, husband of Mrs. Marie L. (Grim) Webb of Bowers, died Tuesday night at Jefferson Hospital, Philadelphia, where he was being treated for a rare blood disease. He was employed for the past 20 years by the Caloric Stove Corp., of Topton, and was a member of the Moulders Union of Topton and Christ DeLong's Evangelical and Reformed Church, Bowers, where he served as a deacon. A veteran of World War II, Webb was stationed with the Army in Germany where he was held a prisoner of war for 15 days. He was also a member of Ray A. Master Post 217, American Legion, Topton. His other affiliations included the Topton Lions Club; Topton, Lyons and Kutztown fire companies; Post L., TPA, Allentown; the Republican Club of Maxatawny Township, and the Northeast Republican Club of Reading. He was born in Longswamp Township, a son of the late Fred and Mary (Fox) Webb. Surviving with his wife are four sisters, Mrs. John Keiser, Topton; Alma Webb, Allentown; Mrs. Richard Snyder, Birdsboro, and Mrs. Howard Ritter, Coplay, and four brothers, Harold and Kenneth, both of Topton, Charles, Coplay, and Robert, Kutztown. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Christ DeLong's Evangelical and Reformed Church, Bowers.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 17, 1954, page 49. Submitted by Jerri.]
Succumbing to complications which set in following an operator for appendicitis two weeks ago, Fred A. Webb, prominent citizen of Topton, passed away Thursday afternoon in the Allentown hospital. For the past six years, he conducted the American House at Topton and before that was in the hotel business at Monterey and Henningsville. He was in his forty-seventh year. He was active in civic affairs in Topton where he was a member of the Chamber of Commerce. Fraternally he was affiliated with the B.P.O.E. No. 115, reading; L.O.O.M., No. 1325, Kutztown; F.O.E., No. 839, Kutztown, and the P.O.S. of A., of henningsville. He was also an active member of the Topton Fire company and the Beneficial Association of the Topton Fire company. He was the son of Ellen (nee Yanisch) and the late Daniel Webb. He is survived by his wife, Mary (nee Fox) Webb, and the following children, Eric, Harold, Kenneth, Charles, Robert, Mrs. John Keiser, Alma, Bernice and Geraldine, all of Topton. Two brothers survive, Cyrus Webb, Kutztown, and John Webb, Oklahoma. The funeral will be held from his late residence, Home Avenue, Topton, on the afternoon of Tuesday, June 10, at 1.30 o'clock, Daylight saving time. Further services will be conducted at the Longswamp Reformed church, of which the deceased was a member. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. William L. Meckstroth will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 6, 1930, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Memorial services were held in the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Hamburg, for Jane T. Webb, 65, Washington Street, Hamburg, who died of natural causes Jan. 22 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient six days. She was the wife of Thomas W. Webb. Born in Mercer, she was a daughter of the late Howard and Martha (Albertson) Thompson. Until retiring in 1999, she was employed as a secretary by the Pa state Department of Welfare for 12 years. She was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Hamburg. Also surviving are two daughters, Deborah S. (Webb) Keller, Bangor, Northampton County, and Anita L. Webb, Reading; and three sons: John T. Webb, Grove City, Mercer County; Brian K. Webb, Mohrsville; and David E. Webb, in Missouri. There are also four grandchildren. The John P. Feeney Funeral Home, Reading, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, January 29, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Dr. J.B. Webster Dies
Philadelphia, Aug. 10.--Dr. J.B. Webster, widely known in medical and geographical circles throughout the county, died here last night from heat exhaustion. Dr. Webster took a prominent part in the relief of Lucknow during the Indian revolution in 1857. He came to America in 1875 from England. He was born in 1836 on board one of the ships of an East Indian line, of which his father was a director. He was an intimate friend of Dr. David Livingston.
Dr. Webster was a member of the American Medical Association and the National Geographical society. He is survived by a widow and two sons, one of whom was recently decorated by the French government for his courage while serving with the American ambulance corps in France.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, August 10, 1916. Submitted by Nancy.]
Mrs. Annie L. Webber, 82, died Monday night in the Topton Lutheran home, where she was a guest for six years. Born in Bernville, a daughter of the late Nathaniel and Louisa (Sunday) Lutz, she was preceded in death by her husband William F. Webber, Sept. 5, 1953. Mrs Webber was a member of St. Daniels Lutheran Church, Robesonia, and its Lutheran Church Women. Surviving are a daughter, Kathryn A., widow of Samule Sherman, with whom she resided; a son, John F., Sinking Spring, and two grandchildren. Three brothers: John A. and Norman, both of Sinking Spring, and William, Morhsville, and two sisters, Ada, wife of Charles Lamm, Robesonia, and Mabel, wife of Irvin Oxenreider, Robesonia R.D. 1. Services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. in the Francis F. Seidel II Funeral home, Sinking Spring, the Rev. James B. Miller officiating. Burial will be made in Pleasant View Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, October 17, 1972. Submitted by: Jeff.]
Helen F.Webber, 73, of 2301 Reading Ave., West Wyomissing, died Sunday at 7 a.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since Sept 16. She was -the wife of John F. Webber. Born in North Heidelberg Township, she was a daughter of the late Calvin and Katie (Blatt) Speicher. She had been employed by John Wanamaker, Berkshire Mall, for 10 years, retiring in 1980. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Sinking Spring. In addition to her-husband, she is survived by a son, Doyle M., Franklin, Va.; a daughter, Diane L., wife of Lee A. Schaeffer West Wyomissing; and four grandchildren. Also five sisters: Mabel, wife of George R. Mountz, Sinking Spring R.D. 8;. Margaret, wife of Harold J. Hiester, Bernville R.D. 2; Emily, wife of Ray Miller, Lititz; Catherine Speicher, Robesonia; and Arlene, wife of Robert G. Brown Jr., Robesonia. And six brothers: Leroy J., Charles G., and.Samuel Speicher, all of Wernersville; Clayton C. and Norman R. Speicher, both of Robesonia; and Walter E. Speicher, Leesport. Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Wernersville, is in charge of arrangements
[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, September 25, 1988. Submitted by: Jeff.]
Services were held in the Hill Funeral Home, Rehrersburg, for Mark W. Webber, 87, Old Route 22, Bethel, who died Dec. 5 in Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon. Burial was in Frystown Cemetery. He was the husband of Lillian V. (Stamm) Webber. Born in Bethel Township, he was a son of the late Samuel W. and Maggie M. (Frantz) Webber. Until retiring in 1977, he was employed in maintenance by Whitmoyer's, Myerstown, for 20 years. He was previously employed as a knitter by Anthony Hosiery Mill, Strausstown, for 20 years. He was a 1933 graduate of Bethel High School and a World War II Navy veteran. Webber was a member of Salem Reformed Church, Bethel. He was a founding member of the Bethel Fire Company. Also surviving are a son, Ronald M. Webber, Bethel; a daughter, Linda E. (Webber) Weiss, Schubert; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, December 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
William Francis Webber, 78, a retired farmer, died yesterday in the home of his son, John, at 57 Ralph Ave., Sinking Spring. Born in Marion Township, he was the son of the late Franklin and Annie (Reedy) Webber. He was a member of St. Daniels Lutheran Church, Robesonia and the Liberty Fire Company, Sinking Spring. Surviving are his widow, Annie (Lutz) Webber; a daughter Kathryn, wife of Samuel Sherman, Robesonia R.D. 1; a son, John, at whose home he died; a grandson and three sisters: Jennie, wife of Edmund Gromis, Sinking Spring; Nora, wife of Milton Freeman, Boyertown R.D. 2, and Mrs. Lizzie Heck, West Reading. Services Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Francis F. Seidel II Funeral home, Sinking Spring, the Rev. Dr. Elmer L. Leisey officiating. Burial in Pleasant View Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, September 6, 1953. Submitted by: Jeff.]
Rev. Adam Monroe Weber, aged sixty-three years three months and fourteen days, pastor of St. Johns congregation of Boyertown, PA, died at his home in Boyertown, July 14, 1926. Death was due to complications arising from a heart attack suffered on Sunday, April 11, while conducting a service with the Men's Bible Class.
Mr. Weber was a son of John and Salesa Weber (nee Daniels). He was born and grew to young manhood in Bernville, PA. His body rests in the Lutheran Cemetery of his native town. He prepared for college in the public and private schools of the town and was graduated from Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA, in 1885, and from the Philadelphia Seminary in 1888. He was ordained by the Ministerium of Pennsylvania the same year at Lancaster, PA. His first charge was Grace English Mission of Newark, NJ, where he was the first pastor. In 1890 he accepted a call to Trinity congregation, Mt. Joy, PA, where he served successfully until 1893. Then he assumed charge of St. Johns congregation, Boyertown, PA, where he served the remaining thirty-three years of his life. During his ministry here he built up St. Johns to the mark of a leading congregation of the Reading Conference. He was strong in the faith as confessed by conservative Lutherans, and built up the congregation which served along these lines. The mens Bible Class, during whose service he closed his active career as pastor, is one of the largest in the conference and had an average attendance of 300 men every Sunday. This large class of men is but one example of the intelligent and effective way which he labored in the local congregation.
But neither vision nor work were limited by the bounds of the local congregation. During his residence in the bounds of the Reading Conference he stinted neither time nor labor in advancing the interests and strengthening the position of the Church. He supported by voice and work every forward movement. He served for six years as secretary of conference; two years as its president; and was always on its important committees. He was a member of the original committee appointed by conference to choose the site and form the corporate body of Topton Orphans Home, and served continuously on its board until his death.
Pastor Weber was a man with strongly marked personal traits. With fixed convictions he had the courage to maintain and defend them, though with such marked absence of selfishness, pride or rancor as to forestall discord or enmity. He was a great lover of children as evidenced in his abounding interest in the Bible school, the family of orphans at Topton, and in his beautiful home life. Hones, dependable, thorough and sympathetic he fairly won the respect of all and the love of his intimates.
Mr. Weber was married in 1883 to Alma M. Rentchler of Bernville, PA. There survive the widow and the following children: Dr. Charles A., Zanesville, OH; Dr. John H., Philadelphia, PA; Mrs. Alma Croll, Boyertown, PA; Rev. Ernest A. Weber, Reading, PA; Mrs. Mary Kepler, Reading, PA; Earl, Boyertown, PA and Anna and Helen at home.
The funeral services were held in St. John's Church, Boyertown, on July 17th. The large edifice was completely filled with members of the congregation, fellow clergymen, and friends. The officiating clergymen were Rev. W.O. Laub, president of the Reading Conference, and Rev. R. B. Lynch, classmate and chum, Kutztown, PA., the former being in charge at the church and the latter at the cemetery.
[Source: The Lutheran, August 5, 1926, R.B. Lynch. Submitted by: Betty.]
Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Arthur M. Weber, formerly of North Cherry Street, Topton, who died Aug. 24 in the Henry Health Care Center of the Lutheran Home at Topton, where he had been a resident since Dec. 4. Burial was in Topton Cemetery. He was predeceased by his wife, Mamie M. (Adam) Weber, who died Aug. 4, 1996. Until retiring in 1978, he had been employed as a laborer by the Kline Foundry, Alburtis. He was previously employed as a construction worker by Weber Construction, Kutztown, for 20 years, and as a farmer in the Kutztown area. Surviving are two daughters, Linda L. (Weber) Kauffman, Hamburg, and Marie D. (Weber) Kline, Bernville; and two sons, Kenneth F. Weber, Mertztown, and Earl B. Weber, Blandon. There are also 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Miriam (Weber) Day, Wescosville, Lehigh County, and Patricia (Weber) Meck, Mertztown.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, August 28, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Dr. Charles Weber died Sundat night at 12 o'clock of cramps of the stomach and paralysis, after an illness of only one day. He attended to his patients up to Saturday night. His age was 78 years and 4 months. He was well preserved for his age and had the appearance of a much younger man.
Besides being a good physician, he was a highly respected citizen.
Deceased was a native of Wirtemburg, Germany, where he graduated from the University of Tubingen and began practicing medicine in May, 1848. He came to this country 50 years ago and first pursued his profession in Phila. From there he removed to Fleetwood, but during the past 45 years he resided at Pricetown. He was married to Miss Louisa Buck, and the marriage was blessed with six children, three of whom survive, Mrs. Jacob Schmidt and Mrs. Penrose W. Mengel, of Reading, and Mrs. Lewis Cole, of Phila.
Deceased's first wife died in 1858, and he was married to Miss Amelia Schmeck in 1866. This marriage was blessed with 9 children, 5 of whom remain, Laura, Maggie and Adolph, of Pricetown; Mrs. Agnes Printz, of Reading, and Alfred, of California. His second wife died 20 years ago.
Deceased was a member of the Lutheran church of this place. In politics he was a Democrat. He was a very popular physician and was often in consultation with prominent physicians in critical cases. Funeral on Friday, at 9.30 a.m., Revs. Kistler and Stahr officiating. Interment in Pricetown cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, May 1, 1899, page 2. Submitted by Marcia.]
Rev. B. E. Kramlich, of Kutztown, will to-morrow afternoon, at the Mertztown church, officiate at the funeral of Prof. Chas. W. Weber, the well-known musician, who died at his home at that place, of heart disease, after an illness of only a few weeks, at the age of 57.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, December 5, 1894, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Dorothy E. Weber, 88, died April 11 at 2:30 p.m. in her residence in Oley. She was the wife of Clayton E. Weber. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Eugene and Jennie (Stitzer) Bitting. Weber was a 1935 graduate of Oley Valley High School. She was a charter member of the New Life Bible Fellowship Church, Oley. Weber is also survived by two daughters, Jo Ann K. (Weber) Rawley, Oley, and Dianne R. (Weber) Pew, Pricetown; and a son, Stephen C., Auburn, N.Y. Other survivors include nine grandchildren and three great-grandsons. Graveside services will be private in Friedens Cemetery, Oley. Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, April 13, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Died. On the 18th ult., in Longswamp, Lydia Weber, aged 85 years, 6 months and 27 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 22, 1882, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Weber -- In Mahanoy City, January 4th, Maria wife of Dr. E.K. Weber, aged 41 years, 9 months and 6 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 24, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Weber -- In Washington township, October 21st, Morris, son of William and Sarah Weber, aged 9 months and 7 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 14, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
WEBER--In this city, on the 18th inst., Valentine Weber, aged 31 years, 10 months and 23 days. The relatives and friends of the family, Samaritan Lodge, No. 32, A. O. G. F., and employees of the Penn Hardware Works, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, 236 Cedar street, on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at St. John's German Lutheran church. Interment at Germany Lutheran cemetery.
Husband and father dear has passed away,
And left us here to dwell,
The sorrow of our aching hearts,
There are none but us can tell
Gone to meet his children.
[Unknown Source, August 21, 1885. Submitted by: Rebecca.]
Dorothy M. Weeber, 93, formerly of Reading, died May 27 at 12:10 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, where she had resided. Her husband, Spencer P. Weeber, died Sept. 27, 1995. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Charles F. and Bertha M. (Griffiths) Manske. Weeber had been employed as a secretary by Farmer's Bank, Reading, last working in 1938. She was a 1929 graduate of Reading High School. Weeber is survived by a son, Douglas C., Shillington, and a daughter, Marjorie A. (Weeber) Powell, Wyomissing. There are also four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, May 29, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
Weible - On November 16th, near Straustown, Catharine, daughter of the late Jacob and Lucy Weible, aged 26 years, 11 months and 24 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 30, 1872. Submitted by Kathy.]
Weible - Near Strausstown, May 9th, Lucy Ann, daughter of Jacob and Lucy Weible, aged 16 years, 1 month and 21 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 29, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]
Angelina, widow of James Weida, died at the home of her daughter, on Chestnut street, yesterday morning of diseases incident to old age, aged 74 years. She was born in Long Swamp Township on April 14, 1839. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Walbert. She was sick for eighteen weeks. One brother, Levi Walbert, of Allentown, survives, and one sister, Mrs. Henry Shankweiler of South Bethlehem. The following children also survive: Sylvester Weida, of Philadelphia; John R., of Allentown; Bright R., of Emaus; Mrs. Ella Jackson and Miss Clara Weida, of Emaus. Funeral on Thursday at 12.30 p.m. Interment at Shamrock. Rev. Kublic will officiate. J. J. Schafer of Topton has charge of the remains.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 11, 1912, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Weida -- In Maxatawny, January 4th, Annie, daughter of Weland and Sarah Weida, aged 2 months and 2 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 24, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Mrs. Area Weida, aged 90 years, widow of Benjamin Weida, died at her home in Longswamp tsp. on last Sunday week from the infirmities incident to old age. She was the last member of a family of nine children, of whom the following died during the last year, all having been octogenarians: Mrs. Rachel Fegely, Miss Maria Diener and Peter Diener. The following children survive: Mrs. Eliza Hartman, of Reading; Francis, of Akron, O.; Henry, residing at home; Peter, of Philadelphia; Mrs. William Walp, of Pennsburg; and Emma, residing at home.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 17, 1900, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Carrie Elizabeth DeLong, wife of Bright R. Weida, died Sunday at Topton after a two days' illness of pneumonia, aged 23 years. Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James O. DeLong; her husband, a daughter, Pauline, aged three years, and the following brothers and sisters survive: Fred, Jacob, Delia, Harold and George. Funeral Thursday with services at Christ (DeLong's) Reformed Church, Bowers. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. G. B. Smith will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 8, 1909, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Grimsville. The wife of Amandus Weida, residing at Egypt, Lehigh County; died last week and was buried last Saturday forenoon at the Egypt Fairview Cemetery. Consumption brought on her death. Deceased was a daughter of Jacob Shearer, of near Dunkels Church, Greenwich Township, Berks County. She was 27 years and 18 days old. She leaves her husband who is a son of Jonathan Weida, of Greenwich, and 3 little sons ranging from 2 to 9 years. Revs. Hoffert and Schindel, of Allentown, officiated.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, September 17, 1892. Submitted by JSchearer.]
John W. Weida, a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, where he resided up to two months ago, died at the home of his son, Dr. I. J. Weida, at Emaus, yesterday, as the result of a stroke of apoplexy, aged 71 years. Deceased was a son of the late Daniel Weida and wife, and resided all of his life time, until his recent removal to the home of his son, in Longswamp. He had been ill for the past six months, but bedfast only two weeks. He is survived by his widow, Sarah Jane, nee Butz; one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Smith and a brother, Daniel Weida, both of Canton, Ohio, and two sons, Isidore J. and Jerome B., both of Emaus. He was a member of the M. E. Church, of Shamrock, and although a staunch Democrat all of his life, had served as supervisor in the Democratic township of Longswamp. He was a member of the P.O.S. of A., of Shamrock, and of the Shamrock Relief Association. He was sincere and devoted in his religious belief, and highly respected by all who knew him. Funeral services will be conducted from the residence of his son, at Emaus, on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 oclock. Interment will be made at Macungie. Rev. Hamman, of Reading, will officiate, assisted by Rev. Kostenbader, of Emaus.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 6, 1908, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
John W. Weida, a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, where he resided up to some months ago, died at the home of his son, Dr. I. J. Weida, at Emaus, on Sunday, as the result of a stroke of apoplexy, aged 71 years. Deceased was a son of the late Daniel Weida and wife, and resided all of his life time, until his recent removal to the home of his son, in Longswamp. He had been ill for the past six months, but bedfast only two weeks. He is survived by his widow, Sarah Jane, nee Butz; one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Smith and a brother, Daniel Weida, both of Canton, Ohio, and two sons, Isidore J. and Jerome B., both of Emaus. He was a member of the M. E. Church, of Shamrock, and, although a stanch Democrat all of his life, had served as supervisor in the Democratic township of Longswamp. He was a member of the P.O.S. of A, of Shamrock, and of the Shamrock Relief Association. He was sincere and devoted in his religious belief, and highly respected by all who knew him. Funeral services were conducted from the residence of his son, at Emaus, yesterday, Wednesday, afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Interment was made at Macungie. Rev. Hamman, of Reading, officiated, assisted by Rev. Kostenbader, of Emaus.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, July 9, 1908, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Menno Weida of No. 1024 Court Street, died Friday evening at the Norristown Insane Asylum of apoplexy, aged 58 years. Deceased was a native of Topton. He was a tanner by trade but for the past few years, worked for F. W. Well and Co., of this city. For twelve years, he resided in Tiffin, Ohio. Twenty-two years ago, he was married to Susan Yeaker. He was married twice. Some time ago he was seized with an attack of grip which gradually affected his mind. His aged mother, who still lives in Topton, his wife, one son, Dr. George Weida of Zieglesville, by his first wife, and three daughters by his second wife, survive. He was a member of Trinity United Evangelical Church. His funeral takes place today. Burial in West End cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 16 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]
Solomon Weida, one of Reading's most prominent retired business men, died Wednesday, in his 85th year. Mr. Weida was born Nov. 7, 1824, on the farm of his father, John Weida, in the upper part of Lehigh County, and learned the trade of a jeweler with John Stein at Allentown. Mr. Weida's father was sent to the Legislature from Lehigh County about 80 years ago, when this country was strongly Democratic, although he was a Whig. After being in business a while in Reading, Mr. Weida married Elizabeth, daughter of the late Henry Haas, of Reading. She died in 1893. Mr. Weida leaves two children, Charles Arthur Weida and Mrs. John B. Raser, both of Reading.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 16, 1909, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Adam B. Weidenhammer, Jr., 82, of Muhlenberg Township, a loving husband, dad and pop-pop, passed away March 8, 2012 at 11:25 a.m. in his residence of natural causes. He was the husband of Margaret F. (Sweitzer) Weidenhammer.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Adam B. Weidenhammer, Sr. and Florence (Weiland) Weidenhammer.
Mr. Weidenhammer was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Reading and served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War.
He was employed as a bus driver for BARTA and as a truck driver for ARA Services. He was also a messenger for Berks County Bank.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his children: Carol A., wife of Ricky R. Boas of Gouglersville; Jill M. Epler of Reading; Adam P., husband of Tia L. Weidenhammer of Mohnton; along with his grandchildren: Ricky, husband of Marie Boas; Amy J., wife of Matthew Higgs; Bobby, husband of Janelle Mogel; Bryan, Benjamin, Kelsi-Jo and Cody, and great-grandchildren: Kayla, Lily, R.J., Jayden, Alexander, Mya and Ava. Also surviving are his sisters: Jean, wife of Forrest Wanner of Reading; and Fern, widow of William Hartman of Reading.
Services from Bean Funeral Home North 16th & Rockland Street, Hampden Heights, Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 11:00 a.m., Rev. Jacqueline D. Daniszewski officiating. Interment Fleetwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday 9:30-11:00 a.m. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com
[Source: Reading Eagle, 10 March 2012. Submitted by Stan.]
Alwilda Weidenhammer, 86, of 100 N. Front St., died Sunday at 8 PM in the Hawthorne, 1501 Mineral Spring Road, where she had resided since February 1994. She, was predeceased by her husband, Samuel Weidenhammer. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late August and Lillian (Swoyer) Reuther. She was employed for many years as a seamstress by David Crystal Inc., Reading, until her retirement. Francis F. Seidel Inc. Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. December 1944. Submitted by: Stan.]
Death's Cold Hand.
Amos Weidenhammer, an old and highly respected citizen of Richmond Township, was relieved from his suffering on Monday evening. He died after suffering from injuries received in a runaway about 15 months ago. The immediate cause of death was apoplexy, of which he had a stroke Sunday evening about 10 o'clock. His right side was entirely paralyzed and he remained speechless to the end. He regained consciousness, however, on Monday afternoon and recognized the members of the family who stood by his bedside. He was aged 79 years, 8 months, and 28 days. He is survived by his widow, nee Esther Yoder. The deceased was a life-long resident of Richmond Township and was born near the source of Moselem Creek. He was an officer in the Light Horse Cavalry during the militia days and served his township in the school board and other offices. He was considered the best horseback rider in Richmond Township up to his final sickness. Mr. Weidenhammer farmed and had a large practice as a veterinarian.
The funeral will be held this (Saturday) forenoon, beginning at 9:30 at the house. The services will be held in Grace United Evangelical Church of town, Rev. H. L. Yeakel officiating. Interment will be made in Fairview Cemetery. Funeral Directors Wm. Gehert & Son have charge of the remains. Relatives and friends invited to attend the funeral without further notice.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, Saturday, August 23, 1902. Submitted by: Stan.]
Amos S. Weidenhammer died on Wednesday morning of heart trouble at his home at Fullerton, aged 68 years. He was sick for eight weeks. For a time he conducted a store on Catasauqua avenue, Fullerton, and prior to moving to that place, he was in the same business at Farmington, near Breinigsville. Mr. Weidenhammer is survived by his wife Harriet, nee Stout, and the following children, Mrs. Ed. Huff, of Allentown, Mrs. Ed. Mertz, of Coplay, and Emily and Harry, at home, and three grandchildren. He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: George Weidenhammer, Kutztown; Mrs. Frank Seidel, Kutztown, and Mrs. Reuben Sell, Kutztown. Funeral services will be conducted at his late home on Saturday at 11.30 a.m., by Rev. J. W. Koch, pastor of St. John's Lutheran congregation, Fullerton. Burial will be strictly private in Mertztown cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 14, 1915, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Barbara Ann Weidenhammer, 70, of Spring Twp., passed away at her residence on January 10, 2013.
Born in West Reading, she was the daughter of the late Fern M. (Adams) Summers and stepfather, Titus M. Summers.
Mrs. Weidenhammer was employed by Two Guys for 10 years and later worked as a marketing assistant for the Glen-Gery Corporation for 30 years retiring in 2002.
Barbara was a member of Pagoda Campers, and served as President, Vice-President, secretary, and editor of the newspaper.
Survivors include husband, Chester B. (Chet) Weidenhammer Jr. of Spring Twp.; a son, Michael W. Teter of Sinking Spring: 2 stepsons: Dale Weidenhammer of Exeter Twp. And Ronald Weidenhammer of Berks County; a stepdaughter, Kelly Wynn, Wife of Michael of Ephrata; 9 grandchildren and 7 Great-grandchildren.
Services will be held at Bean Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Inc., 129 E. Lancaster Ave., Shillington, PA. 19607 on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 11:00 AM. A burial will follow immediately after at Forest Hills Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations to be made in Barbaras name to the American Cancer Research Fund, 498 Bellevue Avenue, Reading, PA 19605.
Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com
[Source: Reading Eagle, 14 January 2013. Submitted by Stan.]
Barry B. Weidenhammer, 68, Temple died Nov. 27 at 9:45 p.m. in Lancaster General Hospital, where he had been a patient for four days. He was the husband of Cheryl L. (Hill) Weidenhammer. Born in Temple, he was the son of Stanley A. and Dorothy (Kerns) Weidenhammer. Weidenhammer had been employed for many years as a Corvel coater by Reading Technical Coatings Inc., Muhlenberg Township, retiring in 1981. He was a 1954 graduate of Muhlenberg High School. Weidenhammer was an Army veteran. He was a life member of the Perry Rod & Gun Club, Perry Township. There are no additional survivors. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in Walter Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Alsace Cemetery, Hyde Park.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. November 27, 2004. Submitted by: Stan.]
Charles W. Weidenhammer, son of George J. and Louisa H. Weidenhammer, died of diphtheria, aged 4 years, 6 months, and 21 days, at the residence of the parents, rear of 625 Mulberry. Another child aged 6 years is ill with the same ailment. Funeral took place from the home of the parents 6 PM. Rev. Dr. J.P. Stein held services. The remains lay in white embossed plush covered casket, with silver trimmings and plate, and attired in a cream satin robe. Interment in Alsace Cemetery. Funeral director, Francis F. Seidel.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. October 5, 1901. Submitted by: Stan.]
Chester B. "Buck" Weidenhammer Sr., 78, died of natural causes Saturday morning in his residence at 5136 Forest Ave., Muhlenberg Township. He was the husband of Ethel E. (Hoffman) Weidenhammer. Born in Exeter Township, he was a son of the late Howard and Clara B. (Kline) Weidenhammer. He had been employed for 32 years as a mechanic by the former Reading Bus Co. now Barta, retiring in 1977. He was an Army veteran. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. July 24, 1993. Submitted by: Stan.]
Clara Belinda (Kline), widow of Howard L. Weidenhammer, 56, died yesterday at the home of her son, Theodore C. Levan, Stony Creek Mills R. D. 1, in Exeter Township. A life long resident of that vicinity, she was the a daughter of the late David and Mary (Bowman) Kline. She was a member of the Lutheran denomination and Pride of Reading Council, 29, Daughters of America. Her husband died in March, 1943.
Surviving are these children: Chester B., Stony Creek Mills R. D. 1; Chester B., of Grill Charles, U. S. Navy and Dorothy, wife of Earl Rimby, Stonersville, her husband now in the U. S. Army; a son and daughter by a previous marriage, Theodore C. Levan, with whom she resided, and Kathryn Levan, Reading; seven grandchildren, four sisters and a brother, Mrs. Maggie Yeager, Fleetwood R. D.; Mrs. Susan Reber, Philadelphia; Katie, wife of Johathan Moyer, Reiffton; Ellen, wife of John Oxenreider, Temple and Fred Kline, Leesport.
Services, Saturday at 1:30 p. m. in the Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. William O. Laub officiating. Burial in Forest Hills Memorial Park.
Submitter's note: All WeidenHEIMER'S in this file go back to Jacob Glauser WeidenHAMMER - 4th Generation. I have never been able to find what caused this branch to change their name. This branch still exists in Berk Co., PA and elsewhere. To this day people want to spell my name, WeidenHEIMER (SDW).
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 30, 1944. Submitted by Stan.]
The funeral services for CYRUS Y. WEIDENHAMMER, who died in Reading January 31, 1917, were held in Grace U.E. Church, Kutztown, Monday afternoon at 3:45 o'clock. Mr. Weidenhammer reached the age of 65 years, 1 month, and 30 days. The remains were brought to Kutztown by Undertaker Seidel and burial took place in Fairview Cemetery, before the services in the church. Rev. J. Willis Hoover pastor of the Sixth and Elm Street U.E. Church, and Rev. S. N. Dissinger, the local pastor, assisted. Deceased was a brother in-law to John and Daniel W. Kline, of Kutztown. He is survived by his wife. A number of relatives and friends of Kutztown attended the service.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, n.d.. Submitted by: Stan.]
Services for Dorothy E. Weidenhammer, 73, of 1001 Elnore Ave., Temple, will be at the convenience of the family. The Rev. Frank E. Reynolds will officiate. Burial will be in Alsace Cemetery. The Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale, is in charge. The wife of Stanley A. Weidenhammer, she died Thursday night in the St. Joseph Hospital, where she was a patient since Jan. 9. Born in Emmaus, Lehigh County, she was a daughter of the late Newton B. and Alice (Heist) Kerns. Before retiring in 1960, she was employed as an elementary school teacher by the Muhlenberg School District for 26 years. She was a member of Grace (Alsace) United Church of Christ, Muhlenberg Township; the National Retired Teachers Association of Retired Persons, and the Pennsylvania State Education Association.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. December 22, 1981. Submitted by: Stan.]
Edna (nee Heller), wife of Samuel Weidenhammer, 450 Tulpehocken Street, died from typhoid fever Sunday afternoon at 1, after an illness of one week. She was 19 years old. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. November 16, 1919. Submitted by: Stan.]
Rev. W. H. Kline, of Topton, conducted services in St. Paul's Union Church, Fleetwood, over the body of Edna M., wife of Samuel E. Weidenhammer, whose funeral was held at her home, 366 Tulpehocken Street, Reading. Numerous tributes were received. The body was attired in a white silk dress and rested in a solid oak casket. Interment was made in the Fleetwood (St. Paul's) Cemetery. Undertaker Auman, of Reading, had charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. November 16, 1919. Submitted by: Stan.]
Following a brief illness Elizabeth, wife of Peter M. Weidenhammer succumbed to pneumonia at 4 PM Friday at her home, 424 West Windsor Street. She was confined to bed one week. Mrs. Weidenhammer was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church. Born in this locality, she continued to live here all her life. She was a daughter of Caroline and the late Elam Mearig. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral without future notice, from her late residence. Services at the house. Interment in Alsace Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. March 17, 1922. Submitted by: Stan.]
Following a lingering illness, Emelina, widow of Milton Weidenhammer, died of complications at 10 o'clock Sunday morning at her home, 2168 Kutztown Rd. Deceased had been ailing seven years. Her husband preceded her in death 16 years. Mrs. Weidenhammer was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, and the Ladies of the Golden Eagle. She leaves two sons and three daughters; Walter and Harry, and Annetta, wife of Charles Drake; Cora, wife of Lewis Miller, and Rose, wife of Avon Gauby, all of Reading, two brothers, Henry Rothermel, Bern Twp. and Adam Rothermel, Kirbyville; and one sister, Angelina; wife of James Heater, Fleetwood.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 31, 1925, p. 2. Submitted by Michelle.]
Following a lingering illness, Emeline, widow of Milton Weidenhammer, died of complications at 10 o'clock Sunday morning at her home, 2168 Kutztown Road. Deceased had been ailing seven years. Her husband preceded her in death 16 years. Mrs. Weidenhammer was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, and the Ladies of the Golden Eagle.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. August 30, 1925. Submitted by: Stan.]
Erma K. Weidenhammer, 73, of 312 N. Richmond St., Fleetwood, died Thursday at 5 PM in Kutztown Manor, where she had resided for a year and a half. She was the wife of Newman L. Weidenhammer. Born in New Jerusalem, she was a daughter of the late Cletus and Lillian (Kneller) Delong. She was employed for 25 years by Betty's Beauty Shop, Fleetwood, retiring in 1990. She was a member of Fleetwood Bible Church. She was a Women's Army Corps veteran of World War II. Services will be Tuesday at 11 AM in Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood. Burial will be in Berks Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. February 29, 1996. Submitted by: Stan.]
MRS. ESTHER (nee YODER), widow of Amos Weidenhammer, died at the residence of her son, Adam Weidenhammer, near Bowers, after a lingering illness, from dropsy and infirmities of old age. Deceased was a daughter John Magdelena Yoder and had attained the age of 80 years, 10 months, and 17 days. She had been bedfast for more than four years. Deceased was a member of the Grace United Evangelical Church at Kutztown. Services will be held in the Grace United Evangelical Church, Kutztown, and interment will be made in the Fairview Cemetery. Rev. D. P. Longsdorf will officiate. Undertaker J.H. Stump, of Kutztown, has charge.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, n.d.. Submitted by: Stan.]
Old Employee Killed at Work. George Weidenhammer Caught by Revolving. Machinery While Riding on the Dinkey. Driver Warned Him.
George Weidenhammer, an old resident and many years an employee of the foundry, was brought home in a dying condition shortly before noon on Monday. He had met with a fatal accident while at work. He had stepped on the lower step of the dinkey when the latter started for the water plug. He leaned inward over the side of the dinkey, in that way holding himself. The dinkey is a small locomotive, equipped with a boom and used to shift and load castings. When the boom is swung in another direction, the moving gear describes a segment of a circle.
It is alleged that the engineer of the dinkey shouted to Mr. Weidenhammer, his helper, that he was going to shift the boom. George had his ear taps down and it is presumed he didn't hear the warning. When the gearing rolled around Mr. Weidenhammer failed to take notice of the swinging hook. He was struck. The ribs on the left side of his body were broken and punctured his liver.
The injured man was taken to the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. George R. Schaeffer, 341 Main Street, with whom he resided. Dr. N. Z. Dunkelberger, who was summoned, administered aid, but to no avail, the aged man passing away shortly after reaching the home.
Mr. Weidenhammer was born in Richmond Township, October 18, 1851, the son of the late Reuben and Hannah (Smith) Weidenhammer.
The funeral will be held tomorrow (Friday), with all services at the house. Interment will be made in Hope Cemetery, Rev. E. B. Lynch officiating. Funeral Director Schaeffer has charge.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, n.d. Submitted by: Stan.]
George Weidenhammer, of Maidencreek, died at his residence at the Half-Way House aged 86 years. Four years ago he became blind, and the inactive life which he subsequently was compelled to lead affected his health. Deceased was the owner of several fine farms, as well as the hotel and store at Maidencreek and a number of dwelling houses. He leaves two daughters -- Mrs. George D. Stitzel, of this city, and Mrs. Franklin Seidel, of Maidencreek.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, Saturday, September 19, 1885. Submitted by: Stan.]
The funeral of Mrs. George S. Weidenhammer (Stoudt), which was held on Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock from her late residence on Whiteoak Street, was well attended. She was a daughter of the late Benjamin Stoudt of Maidencreek. Short services at the house were conducted by Rev. R. B. Lynch, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, of which deceased was a member, after which the cortege preceded to Hope Cemetery, where interment was made. Further services were held in Trinity Church, where Rev. Lynch preached an eloquent sermon, using as his text Psalms 94 : 191. "In the multitude of my thoughts within me, thy comforts delight my soul", which the deceased herself selected. The body rested dressed in white and on the lid was a silver plate with the inscription "Mother". Undertaker J.H. Stump had charge.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, n.d.. Submitted by: Stan.]
Helen E., daughter of Samuel E. and the late Edna M. (nee Heller) Weidenhammer, died of Pneumonia on Monday at the home of her father, 424 West Windsor Street, aged 3 years, 6 months and 28 days. She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Sunday School. The father and a brother, Harold, survive.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 28, 1922. Submitted by Stan.]
Howard l. Weidenhammer, 71, who was fatally injured in an automobile accident on Saturday near Reiffton, was constable of Exeter Township and lived on a farm at Reiffton. Death came at 7:30 a.m. today. Dr. Davis T. Hunt, deputy coroner, issued a certificate of accidental death.
He was a son of the late Samuel and Sarah (Oswald) Weidenhammer. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church at Moselem, the Liberty Fire Company, and the Red Men's Tribe of Oley.
Surviving are his widow, Clara (Kline) Weidenhammer; four children: Chester and Charles, at home; Clarence of Reading, and Dorothy, wife of Earl Rimby, Stonersville; two step-children. Theodore Levan, Stony Creek Mills, and Mrs. Catherine Schaeffer, Reading.
Funeral Thursday at 3 p.m. at Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. W. O. Laub officiating. Interment will be made in Forrest Hills Memorial Park.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 15, 1943. Submitted by Stan.]
Weidenhammer -- In Fritztown, on the 7th inst., Jacob Weidenhammer, aged 74, 3 months, and 7 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, in Fritztown, on Thursday forenoon at 8:30 o'clock, at the house, to proceed to Alsace Church. Services and interment at Alsace Church.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. May 7, 1892 Submitted by: Stan.]
JAS. S. WEIDENHAMMER, ONE OF KUTZTOWN'S BEST-KNOWN AND RESPECTED CITIZENS DIED OF COMPLICATION OF DISEASES ON WEDNESDAY --- FUNERAL ON SUNDAY --- EDWIN TREXLER, OF MERTZTOWN, IS FOUND DEAD IN BED. After an illness of more then a year, three weeks of which he was confined to the house, James S. Weidenhammer, a well-known retired business man, died at his home, on Upper Main Street, Kutztown, at 11 o'clock on Wednesday morning. Death was due to asthma and heart disease. His age was 68 years, 6 months and 28 days. Mr. Weidenhammer, the oldest son of Reuben Weidenhammer and wife (nee Smith), was born on the old family homestead in Richmond Township. After completing a course in the public schools, he attended Fairview Academy, now the Keystone State Normal School, Kutztown. He then took up farming, which he carried on until 1889, when he formed a partnership with the late William Heffner in this borough, in the grain, coal, and lumber business. Six months after the partnership was formed Mr. Heffner died, and the business was then conducted by Mr. Weidenhamer for 16 years, when he retired. He was a Republican in politics since attaining his maturity, but never sought office. He was however, elected for one term to the town council. Mr. Weidenhammer was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and served as a member of the Church Council for 14 years until a year ago. He was also a member of Huguenot Lodge, No. 337, F. and A.M. There remains his wife, Susan (nee Fisher). The funeral will be held from the deceased's late home at 2 o'clock to-morrow (Sunday) afternoon. The services will be conducted by Rev. R. B. Lynch and interment will take place in Fairview Cemetery. Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice. The bearers will be members of the Masonic fraternity, which organization will have charge of the services at the grave. J.H. Stump, of Kutztown, is the undertaker.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, n.d.. Submitted by: Stan.]
Kirby J. Weidenhammer, 74, of Morris, died Thursday, Dec. 8, 1988, in Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro. Born Feb. 14, 1914, in Greenwich Twp., Berks County, he was a son of Solon Weidenhammer and Mamie Kershner Reimert. Mr. Weidenhammer retired in 1976 after 31 years as a steelworker with Carpenter Technology Corp., Reading. He was a secretary and ambulance driver for the Morris Volunteer Fire Co. Mr. Wiedenhammer was a member of St. John's Union Church, Leesport, Berks County. Surviving are his wife, the former Carrie E. Moyer; two sons, Kirby L., of Blandon, and Solon C. of Lyons, both Berks County; a daughter, Marion M. Switzer of Cleveland, Miss.; a half brother, Neumann Reimert of Oley; 14 grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and three step Great-grandchildren. Arrangements are being made by the Milkin Funeral Home, Temple.
[Source: Wellsboro Gazette, Wednesday, December 14, 1988. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Kirby L. Weidenhammer, 68, Maidencreek Township, died of natural causes Oct. 5 in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Helen M. (Kiebach) Weidenhammer. Born in West Reading, he was a son of Carey E. (Moyer) Weidenhammer, Morris, Tioga County, and the late Kirby L. Weidenhammer. Weidenhammer was employed for 23 years as a truck driver by East Penn Manufacturing Co., Lyons, retiring in 1998. He was a member of St. John's (Gernant's) United Church of Christ, Ontelaunee Township. Weidenhammer is also survived by a daughter, Vickie A. (Weidenhammer) Quillman, Shoemakersville; and four sons: Kirby L., Oley; Robert E. and Scott W., both of Blandon; and Richard C., Hamburg. Other survivors include a sister, Marian (Weidenhammer) Switzer, Cleveland, Miss.; 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood. Burial will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. October 5, 2004. Submitted by: Stan.]
WOMAN DIES AFTER FALL DOWN STAIRWAY. Handicapped by blindness an aged Reading woman fell down a stairway, suffering injuries which resulted in her death. The woman, MRS. MARY WEIDENHAMMER, 78, of 513 Robeson Street was visiting her daughter, Mrs. Ivan Hollinger, 1054 North Fourth Street, when the accident occurred. She was taken to the Homeopathic Hospital with head injuries and a fractured arm and died at 10 o'clock last night. Mrs. Weidenhammer was the widow of Cyrus Weidenhammer. She was a member of Grace E.C. Church. Funeral Directors, F.F. Seidel Inc., are in charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 18, 2005. Submitted by: Stan.]
Mary Ann Weidenhammer, 45, of 1111 Fern Ave., Kenhorst, died Saturday night at 6 in the Beverly Manor Nursing Home, Exeter Township, where she had resided since October 1983.
She was the wife of Chester B. Weidenhammer Jr.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Lewis H. and Leonore (Horn) McDonough.
She was employed by the Colonial Hills Racquetball Club.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Kelly J., wife of Gerald L. Leaman Kenhorst.
Also a son, Dale L., Reading, and two granddaughters.
The Henninger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, date unknown. Submitted by Stan.]
Milton Weidenhammer, a well known resident, succumbed to typhoid fever at 4:30 AM at his home, 2168 Kutztown Road, just one day before his 57th birthday anniversary. Deceased had been ailing since Thanksgiving Day and was bedfast one month. Mr. Weidenhammer was a native of Richmond Township and lived in this city for almost 20 years. Since that time he was employed in the Reading Company's shops. He formerly conducted a blacksmith shop in Richmond. He was a member of Muhlenberg Castle, No. 372 and Camp 68 P.O.S. of A. both of Hyde Park, the P. & R. Relief, and Alsace Lutheran Church.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. January 2, 1909. Submitted by: Stan.]
Paul E. Weidenhammer, 42, a steward in the Neversink Volunteer Association, 22 Thorn St., died there suddenly last night. Weidenhammer, who resided at 310 Washington St., was a steward at the Neversinks for 15 years. He was a son of the late Peter M. and Elizabeth (Mearig) Weidenhammer and was a member of the Lutheran denomination and the Neversink Volunteer Association. Surviving are his widow, Emily (Eckroth); a daughter, Frances, of New York City; two brothers, Samuel E. and Harry L., both of this city, and a sister, Edna M. wife of John Eberhart, this city. T. C. Auman, Inc., funeral directors, have charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. November 5, 1940. Submitted by: Stan.]
Accident Proves Fatal -- Skull Fractured In an Automobile Collision
Peter M. Weidenhammer, aged 50 years, 11 months, and 6 days, 424 West Windsor Street, died at 6 PM Wednesday. In the Homeopathic Hospital as a result of injuries sustained in an accident last Saturday evening.
The accident which cost the life of Mr. Weidenhammer and resulted in the injury to seven others occurred at a sharp curve on the Harrisburg pike near Robesonia, when the truck on which deceased was riding collided with another machine. Following the accident Mr. Weidenhammer and the more seriously injured were removed to the hospital, where Mr. Weidenhammer succumbed to his injuries, the chief of which was a fractured skull. Robert Vaughn, 218 Oley Street, injured in the same accident, is recovering, according to the hospital authorities. Vaughn sustained injuries about the chest.
Mr. Weidenhammer was accompanied by three other men riding a truck and traveling in the direction of Lebanon. At a sharp turn in the road, the truck and a Ford touring car collided. Weidenhammer was a in a state of coma for two days following the accident.
Coroner Rorka will make an investigation. County Detective Krick is working on the case.
Mr. Weidenhammer was born in Molltown, Richmond Township and came to Reading 21 years ago. He was united in marriage Aug 22, 1897, to Carrie Elizabeth Mearig, the ceremony having been performed by Rev. Dr. E. S. Brownmiller. Deceased was employed by the Bingaman Motor Express Co. He was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church.
The body was removed to the retaining rooms of Undertaker Auman.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. April 11, 1923. Submitted by: Stan.]
Richard S. "Sam" Weidenhammer, 71, of 28 Penn Bern Road, Bern Township, died Thursday at 9:27 AM in Coatsville Veterans Affairs Medical Center, where he had been a patient since March. He was the husband of Sara A. (Foster) Weidenhammer. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Samuel E. and Florence M. (Wunderly) Weidenhammer. He was employed for 25 years as a truck driver by the former Highway Express, now Maislin Trucking, Allentown, retiring in 1982. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Services will be Monday at 11 AM in Bean Funeral Home Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. August 21, 1997. Submitted by: Stan.]
Dies In Rocking Chair -- Samuel Weidenhammer's Sudden Demise Near St. Lawrence
Samuel Weidenhammer, aged 65 years, 5 months, 25 days, died suddenly at 3:40 Thursday evening of paralysis of the heart, at the home of his son, Howard L. Weidenhammer, residing along Stony Creek Road above St. Lawrence.
Deceased had spent a day working in the oats field of his son and after eating a hearty supper sat down in a rocking chair and conversed with a visitor. A short time after the visitor left Mr. Weidenhammer fell back in his chair and breathed his last a few minutes later without having left the chair. During last winter deceased suffered a stroke but he had apparently recovered from it. Apparently Mr. Weidenhammer was in good health of late. He had always expressed a desire to die suddenly and not linger with illness.
Deceased was a native of Richmond Township the son of Jacob and Rebecca Weidenhammer, both deceased. His wife preceded him in death a number of years.
He was a member of Alsace Lutheran Congregation and Camp 68 P.O.S. of A., Hyde Park. Undertaker John F. Lutz took charge of the remains.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. July 25, 1912. Submitted by: Stan.]
Samuel E. Weidenhammer, 72, of Leesport R.D.1 died today at 7:30 AM in his residence. Born in Reading, a son of the late Peter M. and Carrie E. (Mearig) Weidenhammer, he was preceded in death by his first wife Edna (nee Heller) in 1919, and second wife Florence M. ( nee Wunderly) in 1964. An Ice Dealer until his retirement 20 years ago, Mr. Weidenhammer was a member of the Veteran Fireman's Assn., the Truckers Assn., and the Schuylkill Fire Company. Surviving are his widow, Alwilda E. (Reuther) Weidenhammer. Services will be held Tuesday at 10 AM in the Bean Funeral Home, the Rev. Walton R. Horn officiating. Burial will be at Alsace Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. August 15, 1972. Submitted by: Stan.]
Mrs. S. Weidenhammer, 60, of Leesport R.D.1 wife of Samuel E. Weidenhammer, died at 6:45 o'clock this morning in the Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since last Friday. Born in Reading, a daughter of the late Edward and Ida (Keppley) Wunderly, she was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Ladies Auxiliary of Berks Fireman, Ladies Auxiliary of the Marion Fire Co. and the Truckers' Home and Relief Assn. T.C. Auman Inc., is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. June 5, 1964. Submitted by: Stan.]
Sara A. Weidenhammer, 64, of 28 Penn Bern Road, Penn Township, died Tuesday afternoon in the residence of a sister, Patricia A., wife of Jack Lauer, 780 Schappell Road, Windsor Township.
Her husband, Richard S. Weidenhammer, died Aug. 21.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Harry T. Foster Sr. and Bessie (Frick) Foster.
Weidenhammer is also survived by a daughter, Cynthia A., wife of Paul Purcell, West Reading.
Other survivors include three brothers: Walter H. Foster Sr., West Lawn; Harry T. Foster Jr., Sinking Spring; and William foster, Reading.
Also surviving are four other sisters: Kathryn, wife of Walter Weidner, and Bessie M., wife of Donald Stricker, both of Reading; Eleanor L., wife of Robert Himmel, Temple; and Louise Foster, Tennessee.
There are two grandchildren.
Services will be Saturday at 11 AM in the Sanders Funeral Home. Burial will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 15, 1998. Submitted by Stan.]
Stanley A. Weidenhammer, 93, of 1001 Elnore Ave., Temple, died Feb. 8 at 7:55 AM in Laurel Center, Tilden Township, where he had resided since Dec. 18. His wife, Dorothy E. (Kerns) Weidenhammer, died Jan 22, 1981. Born in Muhlenberg Township, he was a son of the late Harrison M. and Floranda (Keiser) Weidenhammer. He was employed for many years as a full-fashion Knitter by Rosedale Knitting Mills, Laureldale, and was last employed in the maintenance department of the Reading Bus Co. until his retirement in 1970. Weidenhammer a 1926 graduate of Ontelaunee High School. He was a member of Grace Alsace United Church of Christ. He was a life member of the Goodwill, Muhlenberg Township, and Temple Fire Companies. Services will be Monday at 2 PM in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Alsace Cemetery, Reading.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. February 8, 2002. Submitted by: Stan.]
Weidenhammer --- In Kutztown, on the 8th inst., Susan H. (Fisher), widow of James S. Weidenhammer, aged 83 years, 8 months, and 24 days. Relatives and friends, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, Kutztown, on Wednesday at 1:30 PM. Services in Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Kutztown.
[Source: Kutztown Patriot, n.d.. Submitted by: Stan.]
Private services and burial were arranged by the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Virginia C. Weidenhammer, 81, who died May 26 in her Penn-Bern Road, Bern Township residence. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold Weidenhammer, who died May 13, 1999. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Carrie (Henry) Kissinger. Until retiring in 1977, he was employed as an office worker by the Teamsters Union, Reading. Surviving are a daughter-in-law, Eileen Weidenhammer, Bernville; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Barry Weidenhammer, who died in 1991.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, June 4, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
William H. Weidenhammer, 52, died Sunday night of natural causes in his residence in the Hope Rescue Mission 645 N. Sixth St.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Solomon C. and Elsie (Weidman) Weidenhammer.
He was an Army Veteran
Surviving are a daughter, Karen S. Weidenhammer, Temple: and two sons; Jeffery A. and Kerry L., both of Reading, and two grandchildren.
Also a sister, Elizabeth A., wife of Richard G. Britigan, Reiffton.
Theo. C. Auman Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 18, 1985. Submitted by Stan.]
Benjamin Franklin Weidenheimer, 92, Reading, passed away March 26, 2008, in Berks Heim, where he had resided for 11 years.
Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Oscar E. and Ella May (Faust) Weidenheimer.
He is survived by a brother Joseph L. Weidenheimer, Reading.
The Auman Funeral Home, Reiffton, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 30, 2008. Submitted by Stan.]
Martha I. Weidenheimer, 73, formerly of 178 N. Third St., Hamburg, died Wednesday afternoon at ManorCare Health Services, Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, where she had lived since Nov. 5. Born in Tamaqua, she was a daughter of the late Clarence W. and Abbie Tuckett Sarge. She was employed for 14 years as a nurse's aide at the Hamburg Center, retiring in 1985. She was a member of St. John's (Gernant's) United Church of Christ, Ontelaunee Township, Berks County. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Martha I. Lengle. Surviving are a son, Morris E. Jr., Hamburg; a brother, Elwood C. Sarge, Hamburg; a sister, Helen L. Kelcher, Hamburg; four grandchildren. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, January 16, 1998. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Martha I. Weidenheimer, 73, formerly of 178 N. Third St., Hamburg, died Wednesday at 5:33 p.m. in ManorCare Heath Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township, where she had resided since Nov. 5th. Born in Tamaqua, Schuylkill County, she was a daughter of the Clarence W. and Abbie (Tuckett) Sarge. Weidenheimer was employed 14 years as a nurse's aid by the Hamburg Center, retiring in 1985. She was a member of St. John's (Gernant's) United Church of Christ, Outelaunee Township. Surviving are a son, Morris E. Weidenheimer Jr., Hamburg. Other survivors include a brother Elwood C. Sarge; and a sister, Helen L. widow of James Kelchner, both of Hamburg; and four grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter Martha I. Lengle. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.0:30 AM. Rev Wilson J. Finnery officiating. Interment in St. John's (Gernant's) Cemetery, Ontelaunee Twp. Relatives and friends are invited to a viewing Monday 9:00 a.m. until time of service.
[Source: Reading Eagle, n.d.. Submitted by: Stan.]
Private services were held for Morris E. Weidenheimer who died March 22 in his residence in Lincoln, Del. Burial was private. His wife, Martha Weidenheimer, died four years ago. Born in the Philippines, he was a son of the late Morris and Angela Weidenheimer. Weidenheimer was employed as an auto mechanic until his retirement. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Surviving is a son, Morris Jr., Hamburg. Also surviving is a brother, William, West Hamburg; and two sisters, Florence (Weidenheimer) Follweiler, Shoemakersville, and Dorothy (Weidenheimer) Konemann, Hamburg. There are also four grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Martha (Weidenheimer) Lengle. The Berry-Short Funeral Home, Milford, Del., was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, March 24, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Morris E. "Slim" Weidenheimer Sr., 86, died March 02 in his residence in Lincoln, DE. His wife, Martha Weidenheimer, died four years ago. Born in the Philippines, he was a son of the late Morris and Angela Weidenheimer. Weidenheimer was employed as an auto mechanic until his retirement. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Surviving is a son, Morris Jr., Hamburg. Other survivors include a brother, William, West Hamburg; and two sisters, Florence (Weidenheimer) Follweiler, Shoemakersville, and Dorothy (Weidenheimer) Konemann, Hamburg. There are also four grandchildren, Kyle Lengle, Kelly Lengle, Holly Weidenheimer and Kristy Weidenheimer He was predeceased by a daughter, Martha (Weidenheimer) Lengle. Services and burial were private. The Berry-Short Funeral Home, Milford, DE, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 18, 2005. Submitted by: Stan.]
Weidenheimer -- In Hyde Park, SARAH A., wife of Samuel Weidenheimer, aged 71 years, 6 months, 13 days. Relatives and friends, also Ladies Aid Society of Alsace Lutheran Church, are invited to attend the funeral, from her residence, in Hyde Park, Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 at the house. Services at Alsace Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, c. April 8, 1910. Submitted by: Stan.]
Weider -- In Spring township, September 22d, Thomas Weider, aged 50 years, 1 month and 10 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 17, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Death of Aged Man
After being in a state of coma a number of hours, William Weidenheimer, aged 75 years, died of complications and general debility at 3:45 AM today at his home, 781 Moss Street. He had been in failing health three years and was bedfast four weeks. Mr. Weidenheimer was unconscious since 8:20 Thursday evening.
Deceased was born at Kutztown and prior to moving to Reading, 42 years ago, lived at Wernersville, where he followed farming. He lived in retirement until a year ago, when he became caretaker of the local McLean Post Hall. His wife Hannah (nee Fisher), preceded him in death 17 years.
Funeral at Seidel Funeral Home Tuesday at 1:30 M. Remains can be viewed at the residence of his son-in-law 831 Moss St. Monday evening from 7 to 10 o'clock. Interment Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 29, 1920. Submitted by: Submitted by Tim.]
Dora M. Weidman, 90, formerly of Bernville, died May 29 in Berks Heim, Bern Township, where she had been a patient since October. Her husband, Woodrow W. Weidman, died Aug. 18, 1992. Born in Bernville, she was a daughter of the late Willie J. and Mary (Geiss) Long. Weidman had been employed as a produce manager for Bubbenmoyer's Meat Market, Bernville. She was a member of St. Thomas United Church of Christ, Bernville. She is survived by two sons, Russell C. and Leslie P., both of Bernville. Other survivors include three sisters, Margaret Long, Myerstown, Catherine (Long) Druckenmiller, Bonita Springs, Fla., and Pauline (Long) Rarick, Reading. There are also two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 1 p.m. in Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville. Burial will be in St. Thomas Cemetery, Bernville.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 31, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
Eliza C. Weidman, daughter of Jonathan Potteiger and Elizabeth, nee Wenrich, was born January 31, 1847. She was married to Elias Weidman May 13, 1868. She died at her home at Womelsdorf June 20, 1919, aged 72y4m19d. Services were held at her late home with interment at Womelsdorf. She is survived by 4 sons, a daughter, 5 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
[Source: Womelsdorf Parish Records. Submitted by Kathy.]
Weidman -- In Sinking Springs, on the 29th, Mary, widow of Solomon Weidner, aged 87 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, In Sinking Spring, on Wednesday morning Oct. 5, at 9:30 o'clock. Services at the U.B. Church. Interment at Weidman's Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, October 2, 1898. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
In this city on the 30st ult., Stewart H., son of Henry and Eva L. Weidmeyer aged 7 months, and 7 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from the parents residence, 130 W Green St., on Friday at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment private in Aulenbach Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 1, 1907. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Carol Darlene Weidner, daughter of LeRoy G. and Annabelle, nee Yoder, Weidner, of near Shanesville, Boyertown R. 2, died yesterday in the Reading hospital. She was 13 months old. Surviving are her parents; her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon Yoder, Bowers; and her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Weidner of Mertztown R. 1. Rev. Wilson Hatzel will officiate at services at the Delong funeral home, 107 S. Home Ave., Topton, Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Interment in the Bowers cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 11, 1947, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
On Monday afternoon, April 3, the remains of Mrs. Caroline Weidner, of Reinert, in Rockland township, Berks county, were laid at rest at New Jerusalem. She was a daughter of John Yense and wife Barbara (nee Noll), and was born in Rockland on August 25, 1830. She was baptized in early infancy. She was confirmed on March 13, 1847, by Rev. Daniel Kohler, one of the first pastors after the congregation there was organized. On February 11, she was married to Benneville Weidner by the same pastor. Her husband preceded her in death twenty-four years ago. She was of a long-lived family and had remarkable vitality. She kept generally well up to the last, when bronchial pneumonia set in, from which she passed away on Tuesday, March 28, at 3.45 p.m., aged 91 years, 7 months and 3 days. The following children survive: Daniel, who lives in the Weidner homestead and made it famous by his successful peach culture; Jeremiah, of Reading; Mrs. Amanda (Joseph) Yingling, at home; Mrs. Hannah Herbein, Dryville; and Mrs. Emma Reiter, Bethlehem. There remain also sixteen grandchildren, twenty-five great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Undertaker Ellis Y. Weidner, of Friedensburg, was in charge. The pall-bearers were Aaron L. Clauser, John Sheetz, Darius Angstadt and George Reiter. Rev. W. F. Bond, of Shamrock, officiated.
[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 7, 1922, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Daniel Weidner, a prominent citizen of Reading, died last on Friday of typhoid pneumonia in his 65th year. He leaves a widow and 5 children. A son Frank resides in Birdsboro, and a brother, Benjamin, at Boyertown.
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Wednesday, April 30, 1889. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]
Weidner -- On the 22d instant, at Womelsdorf, Daniel K. Weidner, in the 47th year of his age.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 31, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Mrs. Ella M. Weidner, 86, of East Greenville R. 1, died Sunday in Styer's Convalescent Home, Pennsburg. She was the widow of Aaron A. Weidner. Born in Washington Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late John G. and Sofia Miller. Surviving are three daughters, Ella, wife of Alvin F. Seyler of Fleetwood; Mabel, wife of Earl P. Geist of Bowers, and Elsie, wife of John Ruppert, of Topton; two sons, LeRoy of Bally and Howard of East Greenville R. 1; three stepsons, Floyd of Reading; Harry, in Maryland, and Elwood of Hyde Park, Berks County; 23 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in the Trexler and Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 18, 1975, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Ellen Weidner, 87, died Monday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Claudia Haas, Main Street, Topton. The widow of James Weidner, who preceded her in death 15 months ago, she was born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, a daughter of the late John and Lovina (Rohrbach) Oswald. She was a member of the Evangelical and Reformed congregation of Maxatawny Church and the home department of the Sunday school. Surviving are her daughter, Mrs. Haas; a grandson, Ralph Weidner, Topton, and a great-grandson.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 10, 1953, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]
George E. Weidner, aged 41 years, died at his home in Freemansville, Berks county, on Sunday of complications. There survive his widow, Annie (Freeman), two sons, Walter and Paul, at home; his mother, Mrs. George B. Freeman, Reinhold's Station, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Mary Steinmetz, Herbert, Reinhold's Station; Mrs. Harry Kline, Irvin, Allentown; Mrs. Samuel Keffer, Freemansville; Mrs. Leroy Brown, Reading, and Mrs. Jacob B. Weidner, Freemansville. Funeral Friday at 2 pm. With all services at the house.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 5, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held in the Berks Bible Church, Reading, for George M. Weidner, 57, who died of natural causes March 27 in his S. 4th Street, Hamburg residence. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. He was the husband of Louise M. (Jones) Weidner. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Clarence T. and Dorothy (Firing) Weidner. He was last employed by Boscov's North, Muhlenberg Township. He was previously employed in retail sales by Sears, Roebuck & Co., Wyomissing, for 33 years. He was a 1963 graduate of Reading High School and a Vietnam War Army veteran. Weidner was a member of Berks Bible Church, Reading, where he taught an adult Sunday school class. Also surviving are two sons, Michael A. Weidner, St. Lawrence, and Brian D. Weidner, Reading. There are also two grandchildren and a great-grandson. Other survivors include a brother, Clarence J. Weidner, Fleetwood; and two sisters, Barbara (Weidner) Geiger, Bern Township, and Gail (Weidner) Payne, Ocean Pines, Md. The Henninger Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, April 2, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Gerald L. Weidner, 73, of North Hull Street, Sinking Spring, died of natural causes Feb. 7 at 11:48 a.m. in Reading Hospital.
He was the husband of Alice M. (Zimmerman) Weidner.
Born in West Reading, he was a son of the late Harry F. Sr. and Bessie I. (Miller) Weidner.
Weidner was employed for 41 years in elevator installation by York-Gregg, York, retiring in 1993.
He was a member of St. John's Reformed Church, Sinking Spring.
Weidner was past president of the Sinking Spring Lions Club and was a recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellow award in 1997.
He was a former member of the Wilson School Board.
Weidner was a charter member of the Keystone Blood Bank and a life member of the Sinking Spring Fire Company.
He is also survived by three daughters: Daborah L. (Weidner) Endler, Shillington; Jerri L. (Weidner) Fenster, Sinking Spring; and Alice E. Weidner-Breslin, Bern Township.
Other survivors include three brothers: Donald E., Riverview Park; J. Theodore, Mount Holly Springs, Cumberland County; and Frankling D., Denver, Lancaster County.
There are also four grand-chilcren and one great-grandson.
Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring. Burial will be in Sinking Spring Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, 8 February 2003, page B4. Submitted by Jesse.]
Among the local survivors of Gerald L. Weidner, 73, Sinking Spring, who died of natural causes Feb. 7 in Reading Hospital, is a daughter, Alice E. Weidner-Breslin, Bern Township.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, February 12, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Jacob Weidner died at 137 South 12th Street, Reading, on August 23d, in his 74th year. He resided in Reading more than twenty-five years, and at one time was foreman of the car-building department of Johnson's Franklin Iron Works. His wife died several years ago, but several children survive.
(NOTE: This supplements the BIOs on pages 395 and 1348 in 'History of Berks Co', pub 1909 which state he died in 1888. He was a son of William WEIDNER and Susanna YODER)
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, August 31, 1886. Submitted by Diana.]
James L. Weidner, 88, died at 7 p.m. yesterday at his home, 106 E. Smith St., Topton. A son of the late Willoughby and Mary (Shankweiler) Weidner, he was born in Longswamp township. He was a member of the Evangelical and Reformed congregation of Maxatawny church and the Knights of the Golden Eagle, Kutztown. Survivors include his wife, the former Ellen Oswald, an adopted daughter, Mrs. Claudia Haas of Topton, a grandson, Ralph Weidner, at home, and a brother, Sassaman Weidner of Center Valley.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 3, 1950, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
On Wednesday morning last, Joseph Weidner, engineer at Mr. Allen Schwoyers ore bed, at Klines Corner, in Longswamp, met with a sudden and horrible death. Just after having started up his engine, he proceeded to the washery and finding the edges of the trough ice bound, he undertook to loosen some of the pieces on the edges with a shovel, and while so engaged, some of the scrapers caught hold of the implement he was using, and an in effort to withdraw it, he was thrown upon the cylinder and caught and drawn around the swift revolving shaft. The happening was witnessed by a little boy, a cart driver, and who hastily raised an alarm and brought aid to the scene of disaster. The engine was speedily stopped, but by this time, the poor man had been drawn around the cylinder many times, and badly mangled and torn. The iron scrapers or teeth fastened to the cylinder running lengthwise through the trough had crushed him into an almost unrecognizable mass, his entrails having been torn out and carried to the top of the shaft, presenting a most sickening sight. He was dead when released. He was 35 years of age and left a wife and one child. The occurrence created a great sensation in the neighborhood. To illustrate more clearly the nature of the accident we may state that the machine through which the poor man was dragged consists of a trough provided with a revolving cylinder through its whole length, the same having affixed thereto four rows of scrapers or teeth made of cast iron, the cylinder being close fitting, having a space of only perhaps four inches at the bottom, and perhaps two at the sides. Through and around these bone and muscle breaking contrivances, the man was hurled, with the result as above stated.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 12, 1884, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Katie (Eisenhauer) Weidner, widow of Albert Weidner and former resident of Topton, passed away at 2 o'clock Thursday morning at the resident of Charles Keim, near Kutztown, at the age of 63 years, 7 months and 23 days. She was born in Rockland township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Levi and Catherine (Reinert) Eisenhauer. Her husband passed away about eleven years ago. Surviving are a sister and a brother, Mrs. Sallie Hilbert, this city, and Oscar Eisenhauer, Topton. Services will be held at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon from the Schofer funeral home, Topton, with interment to follow in Union cemetery, Topton. Rev. J. W. Bittner, of Kutztown, will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 21, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Katie S. Weidner, 82, died last night at Berks Heim, the Berks County home. A daughter of the late Abraham and Eliza (Fegeley) Dierols [sic, should be Dierolf], she was a native of Longswamp Township. She was predeceased by two husband, Caleb Weidner and Samuel Stauffer. Surviving are five daughters, Amanda, wife of William Hauze of Bethlehem; Mrs. Ruth fisher of Reading; Sarah, wife of Fred Derr of Topton; Elizabeth, wife of Edwin Schlegel of Monterey, and Lu Ella, wife of George R. DeLong of Kutztown R. 2; 15 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Union Church, Mertztown. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 4, 1961, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services for LeRoy A Weidner, 72, former state representative from Berks County's former 2nd Legislative District who died dearly last night in the Reading Hospital where he was admitted Nov 5 will be held at the convenience of the family.
Burial will be made in Schwarzwald Cemetery.
Weidner resided at 11 Marshall Ave., Stony Creek Milld, retired after 18 consecutive years in the State House of Representatives.
Born in Exeter Twp., a son of the late Morgan and Viella (Goodhart) Weidner.
A U S Navy veteran of WWI, Weidner was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church.
Preceded in death in Oct 1861 by his wife, Lorraine (Ibach) Weidner. He is survived by a son, LeRoy A Jr., New York City; a daughter Majorie, wife of Jack Luigard, Whitfield; three grandchildren; two brothers and four sisters.
[Source: Reading Eagle, November 14, 1966, p. 27. Submitted by Michelle.]
Services were held for Mahlon B. Weidner, 86, a resident of Phoebe Village Apartments, Wernersville, formerly of Shillington, who died February 19 in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Pearl A. (Hart) Weidner. Born in Ruscombmanor Township, he was employed for 22 years in the electrical department by Carpenter Technology Corp., retiring in 1980. He was a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ, Shillington. Weidner was a Navy veteran of World War II. He is also survived by a daughter, Marcy L. (Weidner) Wilkes, West Reading; and a son, Ronald L., Exeter Township. Other survivors include two grandsons and two stepgrandchildren. The Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Shillington, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 27, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Marvin S. Weidner, 84, Ocean View, Del., formerly of Laureldale, died Jan. 24 in the Green Valley Terrace Nursing Home, Ocean View. He was the husband of Velma M. (Tobias) Weidner. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Carroll and Catherine (Seidel) Weidner. Weidner was employed for 31 years as a sales representative by Metropolitan Edison Co., Muhlenberg Township, retiring Feb. 1, 1985. He was a graduate of Pennsylvania State University. Weidner was an Army veteran of World War II. He is also survived by a daughter, Kathleen G. (Gerhart) Schmitt, Ocean View; and two grandchildren. Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Schwarzwald Cemetery, Jacksonwald.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 1, 2005. Submitted by: Submitted by Kathy.]
Weidner - April 1st, Mary Weidner, widow of George Weidner, of Reading, aged 71 years, 4 months and 28 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 13, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]
Private Paul S Weidner dies at Camp Greene N.C. St Lawrence, Oct 16 (Special) - Private Paul S, son of William H and Sallie Weidner, died last evening from influenza at General Hospital No 12, Camp Greene, N.C. aged 23 years and 3 months. He leaves besides his parents his widow, Esther (nee Young) and one son Paul.
He was home on furlough three weeks ago and was taken sick when he returned to camp.
Funeral Thursday afternoon, Oct. 17 from the home of his parents in Alsace township. Interment at Shalter's Church. Rev M Luther Brownmiller will officiate. Undertaker Lutz has charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, October 16, 1918, p. 5. Submitted by Michelle.]
Weidner - In Exeter township, on the 8th inst., Peter Weidner, aged 87 years, 4 months and 2 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 17, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Rolland L. Weidner of 106 E. Smith St., Topton, died Tuesday night at his home in his 55th year. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, he was the son of James and Ellen, nee Oswald, Weidner. He conducted the Weidner Bowling Alleys and Caf in Topton. He was affiliated with the Topton Fire Co., the Lyons Fire Co., Kutztown social club, Post L. Of the T.P.A., the Peerless Fire Co., Allentown, the Loyal Order of Moose in Kutztown and the Knights of the Golden Eagle in Topton. Surviving are his parents; his wife, Stella, nee Eck, Weidner; a son, Ralph Weidner; a step-sister, Mrs. Clardie Haas, and one grandson, all of Topton. Rev. Franklin Slifer will officiate at services at his late home, 106 E. Smith St., Topton, on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. with further services in the Maxatawny church of which Mr. Weidner was a member. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 10, 1944, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
WEIDNER - In this city, on the 1st inst., Sarah, widow of the late David Weidner, aged 78 years 9 months and 18 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from her late residence, 1750 1/2 Cotton Street, on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment at Aulenbach's Cemetery. Pleas omit flowers.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 4, 1897. Submitted by Betty.]
Mrs. Susan Amanda, nee Laudenslager, Weidner, 204 W. Walnut St., Kutztown, widow of Alfred Weidner, died yesterday, aged 80 years. She was born in Upper Macungie township, the daughter of the late Willoughby and Jane (Miller) Laudenslager. She was a member of the Maxatawny Reformed church. Surviving are a daughter, Maggie, wife of William H. Stein, Kutztown; a brother, Peter Laudenslager, Allentown, and a step-brother, Harry Weidner, Wescosville. Funeral services will be held Saturday in the Fritz funeral home, Kutztown, at 1:30 p.m. Further services will be held at Maxatawny Zion's church, with interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. Frank Slifer will officiate.
[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, June 28, 1944, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Velma Marie (Tobias) Weidner, 83, Millsboro, Del., formerly of Laureldale, died Aug. 6, 2007, at 4:15 a.m. in the Green Valley Terrace Nursing Home, Millsboro, Del., where she had resided for the last 31/2 years. She was the widow of Marvin S. Weidner, who died Jan. 24, 2005. Born July 17, 1924, in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Edward I. and Esta Mae Tobias. She was a former member of Schwarzwald Lutheran Church, Exeter Township. Velma is survived by a daughter, Kathleen (Gerhart), wife of Jay R. Schmitt Jr., Ocean View, Del. Other survivors include a sister, Ruth (Tobias) Clouser, Laureldale. There are also two grandchildren, Jay R. Schmitt III, Gettysburg, and Stacy K. Schmitt, Ocean View, Del. She was predeceased by three sisters and two brothers. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale, with the Rev. Amy J. Godshall-Miller officiating. A viewing will be one hour prior to services. Burial will be in Schwarzwald Cemetery, Exeter Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 8, 2007. Submitted by: Submitted by Crystal.]
Death of Mrs. Allen Weidner
Viola (nee Sayer), wife of Allen Weidner of Lobachsville, died on Sunday morning, June 23, of pulmonary trouble, after an illnes of four months, aged 30 years. Deceased was bedfast about three weeks. Besides her husband, she is survived by the following children: Lester, Mary, Katie, Ellen, and Ada; also her mother, Mrs. George F Behm, Reading, and brothers, William and Charles Sayer, both of Reading. Deceased was a member of the Lutheran Church in Lobachsville. Funeral Thursday, June 27 at 9:30 am at the house. Interment in Lobachsville cemetery.
[Source: Oley, Reading Eagle, June 24, 1907. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]
Mrs. William Weidner, at the home of her son, Daniel, well known for peach growing in Rockland township, passed away on Tuesday, March 28, some odd 90 years of age. Funeral will take place on Monday, April 3, at 2 p.m., followed with further services and interment at New Jerusalem. Undertaker Ellis Weidner, of Friedensburg, is in charge. Rev. W. F. Bond will conduct the services.
[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 31, 1922, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]
Winfield S. Weidner Sr., 95, formerly of Reading, died June 17 at 1:36 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, where he had resided since Oct. 14. His wife, Miriam B. (Brossman) Weidner, died Nov. 21, 1997. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Winfield S. Weidner and Bessie M. (Bowman) Geiger. Weidner had been employed for 18 years as a driver by GJ Auto Supplies, later Reading Auto Parts Inc., retiring in 1990. He previously worked for 20 years at the Zuber Gulf Service Station, Reading, and as a tow truck operator for South End Towing, Reading. Weidner was an Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by two sons, Winfield S. III., Mohrsville, and Terry L., Wernersville. There are also six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, John A., in 1987, and a daughter, Hope Weidner. Services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 19, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Daniel Weigle of 72 E. Franklin St., Topton, a Gold Star mother, died Thursday morning at her home. She was 69 years old. Mrs. Weigle, the former Martha Anna Fegely, was born in Long Swamp, Berks county, a daughter of Benneville and Catherine, nee Kistler, Fegely. She was a member of the ladies' auxiliary of Ray Master Post, American Legion of Topton; the Lutheran wing of St. Paul's Church, Trexlertown, and its Willing Works society, and the Trinity Lutheran Sunday school of Topton. Surviving are her husband; a daughter, Elda, wife of Henry M. Merkle, at home; three grandchildren; the following brothers and sisters: Dr. Nathan Fegely of Emmaus, Alvin Fegely of Bowers, Levi Fegely and Mrs. Lillie Reith of Topton, Mrs. Mamie Dankel of Mertztown R.D. and Mrs. Irwin Hoffman of Philadelphia. Rev. William S. Dry of Kutztown will officiate at services Monday at 1:30 p.m., DST, at the DeLong funeral home, 107 S. Home St., Topton, with continued services in St. Paul's Union church, Mertztown, and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 9, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mary Ann Weigle (nee Brensinger), widow of William Weigle, died at the home of her son, Daniel Weigle, near Alburtis, on Saturday morning at 3 o'clock of a complication of diseases, aged seventy-four years, four months and one day. She was in failing health for the last three months, but was bedfast for about two weeks. She was a daughter of the late Casper and Elizabeth Brensinger and was born in Maxatawny Township. Her husband preceded her in death eight years ago. She is survived by a son, Daniel Weigle, of near Alburtis; an adopted son, George Kline, of near Macungie; two brothers, William Brensinger, of near Peters Church, and Henry Brensinger, of Emaus; and three sisters, Mrs. Rosa Zettlemoyer, of Allentown; Mrs. Asher Clewell, of Catasauqua; Mrs. George Kline, of West Point, Neb. Four grandchildren also survive. One grandson, William Weigle, lost his life while fighting for his country over in France, October 11, 1918. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Mertztown Church. Funeral on Thursday afternoon at 1.30 at the house. Further services and burial at Mertztown Church. Rev. W. H. Brensinger officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 17, 1918, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
William Weigle died at the home of his son, Daniel Weigle, near Alburtis, Wednesday night at 11 o'clock, of a complication of diseases, aged 75 years, 10 months and 14 days. He is survived by his widow, Mary (nee Brensinger) and son, Daniel S. Weigle, an adopted son, George Kline, three grandchildren, tw great-grandchildren, one brother, Daniel Weigle, of Maiden Creek, and one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Brausch, of Weisenburg. Funeral on Tuesday, May 30, at 9.30 o'clock, at Mertztown church, interment in cemetery adjoining.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 26, 1911, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
The body of Private William H. Weigle, son of Daniel and Martha, nee Fegely, Weigle, of Topton, arrived yesterday from Hoboken. The young soldier sailed for France early in April 1918, and was killed in action in the Argonne drive. Private Weigle was drafted on November 3rd, 1917, and received his training at Camps Meade, Forrest and Merrit, from which he embarked for France in April, 1918. He was sent to the front with the 5th Division, Co. G., 11th Infantry, as soon as he landed and saw action continuously up to the time of his death. Co. G participated in many fo the most deadly drives of the war and so heavy were the casualties that there are only five survivors of the company today. The young hero was married to Miss Elizabeth Funk just three weeks prior to his entering the service. Besides his parents, there survive his wife and one sister, Elda, at home. Funeral services will be held from the residence of his parents on Franklin street, Topton, on Sunday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock standard time. Further services in the Mertztown church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Brensinger will officiate. The body was taken charge of by Undertaker Jacob Schofer.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 12, 1921, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Memorial services will be held in the church at Mertztown tomorrow morning for Private William K. Weigle, a son of the congregation, who was killed in action October 16, 1918. Private Weigle left for Camp Meade November 3, 1917, and in February following was transferred to Camp Forrest, Ga., and assigned to the Fifth division, Eleventh regiment. He was sent to Camp Merritt in April and sailed for France April 20. He saw service in the Argonne Forest, St. Mihiel and at Verdun. Deceased is survived by his wife, nee Elizabeth J. Funk, his parents, Daniel and Martha Weigle, a sister, Elda, and a brother, Harvey.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 14, 1919, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Wilbert M. Weihe, 88, of 335 Candy Road, Cumru Township, Berks County, died Sunday evening at home. Born in Pottsville, he was a son of the late John H . and Lavada Wolford Weihe. He was a self-employed painter and paperhanger for 30 years, retiring in 1975. He was a member of the Dawn Bible Class, Allentown. His wife, the former Stella M. Hein, died April 10, 1974. Surviving are two sons, Robert L., Angelica, and William M. Sr., Shillington; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday from Auman Funeral Home, Reading. Interment will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, December 14, 1999. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Deborah L. Weik, 53, Linglestown, Dauphin County, died of natural causes May 3 in the Blue Ridge Mountain Nursing Facility, Harrisburg. She was the wife of Michael J. Weik. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Noel R. Slonaker, Reading, and the late June A. (Sterner) Slonaker. Weik was a Lamaze childbirth educator and was involved with the YWCA Rape Crisis and Domestic Violence Education. She was a director of the Lourdes House Maternity Home, Harrisburg. Weik was a graduate of Millersville University. She is also survived by two daughters, Katlyn (Weik) Heberlig, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, and Marisa (Weik) Keener, Elizabethtown, Lancaster County. Other survivors include two brothers, Ken Slonaker, Reading, and Brad Slonaker, Altoona, Blair County. Memorial services will be Friday at noon in Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home Inc., Harrisburg. Burial will be in Willow Grove Cemetery, Linglestown.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, May 5, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
The remains of Betty Jean, eleven-day old infant daughter of Jacob and Minnie (Hummer) Weikel, Upper Macungie township, were laid to rest in the Longswamp cemetery on Monday, December 5, all the services having been held at the house. There survive both parents and three sisters: Blanch and Dorothy, at home, and Mary, living at Truckville, near Wilkes-Barre. Undertaker Irwin D. DeLong, Topton, was in charge. Rev. W. F. Bond, Shamrock, officiated, basing his words of comfort on Zechariah 8:5. It was in Spring this year that the bereaved family procured and moved in what was earlier known as the Hiram Fegely farm. They have the sympathy of this community.
[Source: "Shamrock news," Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 9, 1932, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Benjamin A. Weil, 84, of 652 Spruce St., Pottstown, died Friday in Pottstown Medical Center North. He was employed by the Stanley G. Flagge Co., Stowe, Montgomery County, until retiring. His wife, Laura A. (Latschaw) Weil, died in 1961. Born in Langswamp (sic) Township, he was a son of the late John and Louisa (Long) Weil. Surviving are two daughters, Nora, wife of Edward Kern of Bath R. 1, and Evelyn, wife of Wayne Rhoads of Bechtelsville R. 1; four sons, John of Earlville, Berks County; Leon of New Berlinville; Norman of New Tripoli, and Stanley of Stowe; a brother Clarence of Boyertown; 48 grandchildren; 63 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.
Funeral Notice (p. D-7): Age at death = 84 years, 7 months, 9 days. Buried, Bowers Cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 11, 1971, page D-6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Fred R. Weil, 72, of Weaversville, Northampton R. 1, a retired employe of the Universal Atlas Cement Co., died late Saturday at the Allentown Hospital. He was the husband of the late Katie (Gogle) Weil. He was a machinist for Atlas 38 years. He retired 7 years ago. Born in Topton, he was a son of the late Frank and Mary Weil. He was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of St. Johns Union Church, Howertown. Surviving are a son Roy G. Weil of Northampton R. 1; two sisters, Mrs. Ida Silfies of Askkum, Ill., and Mrs. Lillie Snyder of Allentown, and a grandson Douglas. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton. Calling hours will be 7-9 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 28, 1969, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Harry M. Weil (nee Bear), aged 73 years, passed away at Maxatawny on Monday. She had a stroke on New Year's Day and again on Tuesday last. Deceased is survived by her husband, a daughter Kate, wife of Albert Merkel, Maxatawny; a son, Harvey, Hamburg, and two brothers, Jeel, at the Masonic Home, Elizabethtown, and John, Mountain. Funeral, Friday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 23, 1917, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Harry W. Weil, for years a merchant tailor in Maxatawny, died on Sunday night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Kate M. Merkel, with whom he resided, aged 79 years, 1 month and 17 days. He was the last of his family. He is survived by one son, Harvey, merchant tailor, Hamburg, and one daughter, at whose home he died, and two sons and one daughter preceded him in death. Services will be conducted at his late home on Thursday at 2 p.m., with further services and interment at Maxatawny Zion's church. Rev. George B. Smith will officiate. Funeral Director Schaeffer has charge of the remains.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 25, 1923, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry M. Weil, aged 79 years, died Sunday evening at 9.30 o'clock at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Albert Merkle, at Maxatawny. Death was due to general debility incident to advanced age. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Merkle, and one son, Harvey, of Hamburg. The funeral will take place from his late home on Thursday at 2 p.m., with Rev. George B. Smith officiating. Further services will be held at the Maxatawny church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Tuesday, April 24, 1923, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Funeral services were held for James R. Weil, 51, husband of Kathleen M. (Miller) Weil, of Weisstown Road, in Colebrookdale, who died January 2. Born in Pottstown, he was a son of Edna (Miller) Weil of New Berlinville and the late Leon Weil Sr. Weil graduated from Boyertown High School in 1969. He was employed as a dock worker for Allentown Refrigerated Terminals in Boyertown and was a molder for 14 years for Stanley G. Flagg in Stowe. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Boyertown. Weil was a member of the Liberty Fire Co. in New Berlinville. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by four daughters, Melissa A. Heydt of Gilbertvillle, Shelly L. Weil of Boyertown, Amy J. Weil of Philadelphia and Beth M. Weil of New Hanover. Also four sisters, Jean Rohrbach of Pike, Joyce Rush and Joan Moyer, both of New Berlinville, and Leona (Weil) Conrad of Mertztown; four brothers, Donald Weil of Barto, Leon Weil Jr. of Douglassville, and Nevin Weil and Larry Weil, both of Boyertown; and five grandchildren. Burial was in Hill Church Cemetery in Pike Township. The arrangements were handled by the Catagnus Funeral Home, Boyertown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, January 9, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of James R. Weil, who died of natural causes Jan. 2 in his Colebrookdale Township residence, is a sister, Leona (Weil) Conrad, Mertztown.
[Source: The Kutztown Patriot, January 9, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Funeral services for Kermit Russell Weil, infant son of Norman and Florence, nee Bower, Weil, who died yesterday, will be held this afternoon at 2 o'clock. Short services at the DeLong funeral home, Topton, will be followed by burial in the Bowers church cemetery. The child was born dec. 21, 1942, along Alburtis R. 1, in Berks county. He is survived by his parents, one sister, Loreene, and one brother, Allen.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 3, 1943, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Reading -- Mrs. Laura A. (Latschaw) Weil, wife of Benjamin A. Weil of Douglassville R. 2, Berks County, died Tuesday in Reading Hospital. She was 72. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Louisa (Merkel) Latschaw. She was a member of DeLong's United Church of Christ, Bowers, Berks County. Surviving with her husband are two daughters, Mrs. Nora Buchman of Allentown and Mrs. Evelyn Gabel of Fagleysville, Montgomery County; five sons, John of Earlville; William of Boyertown R. 3; Norman of Allentown; Leon of Boyertown R. 1, and Stanley of Pottsgrove Township, Berks County; 45 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Mabel Hilbert and Mrs. Mamie Weil, both of Topton; a stepsister, Leah, wife of Ray Uhler, of Bethlehem R. 2, and a stepbrother, Charles Druckenmiller of Bethlehem. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 22, 1961, page 30. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Louisa Weil, wife of William Weil, of No. 411 North Fourth street, died Tuesday of Bright's disease. She was bedfast three months. Deceased was 43 years, 10 months and 29 days of age and was born in Topton, a daughter of Jonas and Annie Bieber. She resided in this city nearly 16 years. She was a devout member of Christ Reformed church and of the English Bible Class of the Sunday school. She is survived by her husband, three children, Minnie, Bessie and William, and these brothers and sisters, Benjamin, William and Miss Mary Bieber, of Topton; George, of Emaus; Mrs. J. O. Weiler, of Ringgold; Mrs. Alvin R. Dankle, of Mertztown; Mrs. C. A. Fegley, of Cementon; Mrs. H. C. Schleicher, of Allentown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 5, 1905, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Louisa C. (Long), widow of John Weil, died at 6 o'clock Wednesday morning at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alice Yanisch, Callow Hill street, Topton. Death followed an illness of 15 years. She was aged 75 years, 11 months and 1 day. Mrs. Weil was a daughter of the late Israel and Sarah (Stoudt) Long and was born in Longswamp township. She was a member of Christ (DeLong's) Reformed church, Bowers; and the Home Department of St. Peter's Sunday school, Topton, Camp 30, P.O. of A., Allentown. Her husband died 32 years ago. There survive these children, Mrs. Alice Yanisch, this place; Peter and Richard, of town; Benjamin, Alburtis R.D.; Mrs. Herbert Isamoyer, Reading; Clarence, Boyertown; also 20 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and these brothers and sisters, Mrs. Monroe Spahn, Swissvale; Mrs. Percy Youndt, Sharon; Mrs. Augustus Long, Pottstown; Peter, Alburtis; Mrs. Ida Hertzog, Mertztown R.D.; Cosmos, Mertztown; Benjamin, residence unknown. Funeral Sunday at 1.30 o'clock at the house and further services in Christ church, bowers, Rev. Dr. George B. Smith officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, November 23, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Lucy Ann, wife of Henry M. Weil, died yesterday of apoplexy, at her home, at Maxatawny, Berks Co., aged 72 years, 11 months and 1 day. She is survived by her husband and two children, Harvey M. Weil, of Hamburg, and Mrs. Albert B. Merkel, of Maxatawny; two brothers, John Bear, of Mountain, and Joel Bear, Elizabethtown. The funeral will take place from the family residence on Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock. Burial will be made at Siegfried's church, Rev. George B. Smith officiating. The late Samuel Baer, who officiated as county superintendent of Berks county, for several terms, was a brother to the deceased. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Maxatawny Zion's Union Church and enjoyed the esteem of all her acquaintances.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 24, 1917, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mary Weil, widow of Franklin Weil, died from a stroke at the home of her son at Topton on Thursday, aged 63 years. Her husband preceded her in death five years ago. She is survived by two sons and four daughters, Peter, Fred, Mrs. Ambrose Kline, Mrs. James Snyder, Mrs. Irwin Reppert, all of Northampton, and Mrs. Altemus Silfies, of Ashkum, Ill.; fourteen grandchildren, one sister and two brothers, Mrs. Elmira Benz, of Pottsville, and Oliver and James Miller, of Topton. Rev. J. B. Stoudt will conduct funeral services at the home of her son, Fred Weil, near Northampton, on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, followed by services in Grace Reformed church and interment in Allen Union cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 4, 1921, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Peter A. Weil, 80, died yesterday morning at his home, 228 Barclay St., Topton. A native of Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late John and Louisa (Long) Weil. He was a member of Bowers United Church of Christ. Before his retirement about 15 years ago, he worked at the Caloric Appliance Corp., Topton. Surviving are a son, Robert, Washington, D.C.; two sisters and two brothers, Mrs. Alice Yanisch, Topton; Mrs. Emma Isamoyer, Berks Heim; Benjamin, Douglassville R.D., and Clarence, Boyertown. Services will be at 3 p.m. Saturday in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton, with viewing 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 19, 1958, page 35. Submitted by Jerri.]
Stanley E. Weil, 74, an employe of the actuarial department of Penn Mutual Life Insurance Co., Philadelphia, until his retirement in 1962, died Monday in the Albert Einstein Medical Center North, Philadelphia. He was the husband of Elanore M. (McClellan) Weil. Born in Topton, he was a son of the late James and Annie (Weiss) Weil. He lived at 5940 N. Lawrence St., Philadelphia. He was a 50-year member of Oriental Lodge 385, F&AM, and was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Philadelphia. Besides his widow, he is survived by a sister, Mrs. Glenna Klebe of East Greenville, and a brother James of New Orleans, La. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in the Mann Funeral Home, 219 W. Tabor Road, Philadelphia. Calling hours will be Wednesday evening.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 9, 1971, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]
William E. Weil, 83, of Mertztown R. 1, a farmer for the Reuben Butz estate, Mertztown R. 1, before retiring, died Monday in Allentown Hospital. He was the husband of Rennie (Minnich) Weil. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late William and Louisa (Bieber) Weil. Surviving with his widow are two sons, Kenneth of Macungie R. 2 and Walter of Mertztown R. 1; a daughter, althea, wife of Earl Shankweiler of Vera Cruz, and seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 29, 1972, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Amos Weiler, a former prothonotary of Berks county, died on Tuesday of last week from exhaustion, at his home in Longswamp township. Mr. Weiler was 84 years of age. He was born and reared at the old homestead and lived there all his life. When a young man he attended school at the Trappe, Montgomery county, and after completing his education engaged in farming, which he followed all his life. An active and energetic Democrat he was elected to the Legislature in 1857. He later served one term as prison inspector, and was elected prothonotary in 1878. He was a member of the school board of his township for many years, and always took a lively interest in educational matters. His wife preceded him to the grave years ago, and he is survived by two children, Mrs. Ella Trexler and Hiram S. Weiler, of Reading, besides four grandchildren. The following are the surviving brothers and sisters: Manoah S. Weiler, Mrs. Emmalina Haas and Mrs. Thomas Will, Reading; Mrs. Aquilla Knauss, Macungie, and Mrs. Margaret Fegley, of Shamrock. Mr. Weiler took a deep interest in the affairs of his party for more than 61 years.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 17, 1901, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Ex-Prothonotary Amos Weiler, a well known citizen of Longswamp, Berks county, died at 12.45 o'clock Tuesday of exhaustion, due to illness of a short duration. Mr. Weiler was 84 years of age and was never known to have been ill for a single day until about twelve days ago, when he caught cold due to working in a meadow. He did not complain, but seemed to grow weaker from day to day until he finally passed away. He was conscious, almost to the last. Deceased was born and reared at the old homestead and lived there all his life. When a young man, he attended school at the Trappe, and after completing his education engaged in farming, which he followed all his life. He was elected to the Legislature for one term in 1857. He served one term as a Prison Inspector and was elected Prothonotary in 1878. He was a member of the School Board of his township for many years, and always took a live interest in educational matters. His wife Susan, a born Schantz, of Upper Milford, Lehigh county, precede him in death about 12 years. He is survived by two children, Mrs. Ella Trexler, residing at the old home, and Hiram S. Weiler, of Reading, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Three sisters and one brother also survive, being Mrs. J. Peter Haas, Mrs. Thomas Will and Manoah S. Weiler, of Reading; Mrs. Edwin Fegeley, of Breinigsville, and Mrs. Aquilia Knauss, of Macungie. Deceased was a son of George Weiler, and his wife, Salome, a born Schaffer. His grandparents were John and Mary (Schall) Weiler. The latter were among the first land owners in the township and settled at the home so long possessed by the grandson. Amos was highly respected for his good qualities. He was charitable, and hospitable and careful in his business methods. The Weilers are among the most prominent people of Berks county, and in their sphere of usefulness they are widely known and esteemed. The funeral will take place on Saturday. Services will be held at the house, near Shamrock, at 9.30 o'clock a.m., and afterwards in Longswamp Church, deceased having long been a pillar of the Reformed wing of said church. Rev. N. W. Helffrich will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, July 11, 1901, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Died. On the 25th of Jan., in Longswamp, Angeline, daughter of William and Rebecca Weiler, aged 17 years, 5 months and 1 day.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 22, 1882, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Weiler - In Upper Tulpehoccon, December 14th, Catharine Weiler, widow of Adam Weiler, and daughter of David Leininger, aged 56 years and 25 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 4, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Charles Weiler died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fritch, at Mertztown, on Monday of last week, from a complication of diseases, aged 70 years. Her husband preceded her in death many years. She is survived by theses children: Wilson, of Emaus; Jeremiah, of Chicago, Ill.; Henry, of Mertztown; Mary, wife of Manoah Fritch, and Mrs. Rose Hallman, of Allentown. The deceased was a member of the Longswamp Lutheran congregation. The funeral took place on Friday afternoon last, Rev. Humbert officiating. The late Mrs. J. S. Shade, of Reading, was also a daughter of the deceased.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 24, 1897, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Charles Weiler died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fritch, at Mertztown, on Monday of last week from a complication of diseases, aged 70 years. Her husband preceded her in death many years. She is survived by these children: Wilson, of Emaus, Jeremiah, of Chicago; Henry, of Mertztown; Mary, wife of Manoah Fritch, and Mrs. Rose Hallman, of Allentown. The deceased was a member of the Longswamp Lutheran congregation. The funeral took place Friday forenoon and Rev. D. K. Humbert conducted the services. Mrs. Weiler was a sister-in-law to Peter J. Weiler, of Macungie, and he and wife attended the funeral, as well as other relatives of town.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 25, 1897, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Ellen, nee Haas, Weiler, who resided at 713 Turner St., Allentown, died in the Allentown hospital yesterday at 2:45 p.m. at the age of 94 years. She had been ill a week.
Mrs. Weiler was born in Longswamp in 1849, a daughter of the late Nathan and Eliza, nee Butz, Haas. She moved to Allentown in 1868 and remained here for 75 years. Her husband, John F. Weiler Sr., who died 22 years ago, had conducted a wholesale liquor business at Center Square for many years.
She was a charter member of Salem Reformed church, Allentown.
Surviving is a son, John F. Weiler Jr., Allentown, and a daughter, Jennie Weiler, at home. Two children preceded her in death.
Strictly private funeral services will be held from her late home, 713 Turner St., Allentown, at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Union cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 18, 1943, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Weiler - In Upper Tulpehocken, December 3d, Herbert, son of Adam L. and Mary Jane Weiler, aged 4 years, 1 month and 17 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, December 26, 1874. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Hiram S. Weiler died at her home at Reading at 1.30 p.m. Wednesday, of an affection of the lungs, aged about 38 years. Mrs. Weiler was the daughter of Colonel William Trexler, of Shamrock, who survives. She was a member of the Lutheran denomination. Besides her husband, she leaves a daughter, Mary, and these brothers and sisters: Mrs. Harrison Maltzberger, Reading; Dr. Lesher Trexler, San Antonio, Texas; Alonzo Trexler, Huntingdon, Pa.; John Trexler, Philadelphia, and Albert and William Trexler, residing at Shamrock.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 16, 1900, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Hiram S. Weiler died at her home at Reading last Wednesday afternoon, the 14th inst., of an affection of the lungs, aged about 38 years. Mrs. Weiler was a daughter of Colonel Wm. Trexler, of Longswamp, who survives. She was a member of the Lutheran denomination. Besides her husband, she leaves a daughter, Mary, and these brothers and sisters: Mrs. Harrison Maltzberger, of Reading; Dr. Lesher Trexler, of San Antonio, Texas; Alonzo Trexler, of Huntingdon, Pa.; John Trexler, of Macungie, and Albert and William Trexler, of Longswamp.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 22, 1900, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Isabella Weiler, widow of Henry Weiler, died late last night at her home, the residence of her son, Harry E. Weiler, 642 N. 16th St., following an illness of a complication of ailments.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, August 15, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Isabella, widow of Henry Weiler, died last Saturday night at her home, the residence of her son, Harry Weiler, 642 N. 16th St., of ailments incident to advanced age. She was in her 86th year. Mrs. Weiler was a native of Weisenberg township and was a daughter of Christian and Marie Ann (Leiby) Dankel. She was a faithful member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church. She is survived by her son, Harry, a teacher at the Central Junior High school, together with two grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the Luther D. Grim Funeral home, 138 N. 12th St., on Wednesday at 2 p.m., D.S.T. Rev. Donald Englert will officiate. Interment will be made in the Longswamp cemetery. Friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 16, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
J.W. Wilson Weiler died Sunday at the County Home aged 58 years. For many years he had been lame and for the past 21 years was totally unable to walk. He was a member of the Reformed church and leaves a widow and these children: John, St. Louis; Charles, Royal, Annie and Roxella, Emaus. Mrs. Ida Sell, Pottsville; Mrs. Maria Marsteller, White Haven and Mrs. Rosa Hallman, of Allentown, are sisters. Jeremiah Weiler, of Chicago, and Henry Weiler, of Mertztown, are surviving brothers. Rev. J. P. Bachman conducted the services from his late home here at 2 p.m. yesterday. Mr. Weiler was a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, and was proprietor of the Exchange Hotel here for some time previous to his disability.
[Source: "Emaus News," Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 29, 1904, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
James Weiler, of Weilersville, died Tuesday morning of general debility, aged 90 years, 5 months and 19 days. He is survived by these children: Calvin, living at home; Mrs. Catharine Breinig and Mrs. George W. Walbert, both of Allentown. Funeral on Saturday at 9.30 a.m. Services and burial at Lehigh Church. Rev. Lorash will officiate. Mr. Weiler was the last surviving brother of our late citizen, Peter J. Weiler, who died three months ago. He was engaged in the general store business for many years and as an accountant and calculator he had a reputation that extended far and wide. A native of Longswamp township, Berks county, genial and pleasant, he was known and revered by many.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 21, 1907, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Along in his 88th year, well and hearty, James Weiler, who resides in Lower Macungie township and has for many years conducted a general store at Weilersville, between Lehigh Church and Trexlertown, is a remarkable man in many ways. He is a brother to Peter J. Weiler, of town, who is younger by about a dozen years, but also well preserved. Mr. Weiler was born August 30, 1816, in Longswamp, Berks county, near Longswamp Church. He worked on the farm in early years, later clerked in stores an in 1836 entered the store business, at the place which he still has, being a continuous active experience of over seventy years. He is probably the oldest living delegate to the William Henry Harrison ratification convention at Baltimore, Md., in 1840, where he shook hand with Henry Clay, Daniel Webster and prominent men. Mr. Weiler was major in a militia and commanded two battalions at annual spring drills. He is a lightning calculator, and at his advanced age is still able to add long columns of figures much quicker than the average good mathematician.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 17, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
John Peter Weiler, better known to old and young as "Pappy" Weiler, died at two o'clock last Thursday morning, aged 81 years and 1 month. He had been in failing health for about a year and a week ago dysentery set in and hastened the end. Deceased was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, Pa., Oct. 9, 1825, and was a son of the late John and Maria (Haas) Weiler. At the age of 22 years he married Sara, daughter of John and Catharine (Schantz) Keck, and the union was blessed with the following children, all of whom survive: Alice, widow of Christian Kern, of Philadelphia; Emma, wife of Wm. A. Diehl, and Rosa, wife of E. J. Schmoyer, Allentown; Elmira, wife of Squire O. J. Knauss, and Anna, wife of Eugene Hunsberger, of town. The daughters living in Allentown are twins. James Weiler, of Lower Macungie, aged 93 years, is the only surviving brother. There are also 17 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Mr. Weiler learned watchmaking with Peter Hendricks. In 1849 he moved to Millerstown, now Macungie, where he resided since and conducted a watchmaking shop. He was also a skilled musician and played various instruments. When the Millerstown Band was organized in 1855 he became its leader and as such went with the band to the Civil War when it was mustered in as the musical organization of the 54th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, Nov. 1, 1861. The musicians were honorably discharged in Sept. 1862. He also taught several bands and gave them thorough instruction. His favorite instrument was the cornet and in his prime there were few performers in these parts who could equal him. Deceased was the oldest member of Friendly Lodge, No. 85, I.O.O.F., of town, and for many years was its Secretary. He was also a faithful and consistent member of Solomon's Reformed Church. In politics Mr. Weiler was a staunch Democrat, and served terms as burgess and councilman. He was a genial and amiable man, a good neighbor and liked and respected by all. The funeral took place Sunday at 2 p.m. from his late home with services in Solomon's church. Interment was made in Fairview cemetery. Rev. Simon Sipple officiated.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 15, 1906, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
John W. Weiler, who had been employed in the cement testing division of the State Highway department for the last four years, died yesterday morning at his home, 243 N. 7th St. Mr. Weiler had suffered a stroke about four months ago and had been in failing health since that time. He was 70 years old. A native of Mertztown, Berks county, he was the son of J. Wilson and Mary, nee Schmale, Weiler. He was graduated from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. For 35 years Mr. Weiler had been employed as a salesman for the Cudahy and Armour meat concerns, and for a number of years he was engaged in selling insurance. Surviving are his widow, nee Mamie Charles; four children, Roy, Jack, Ethel, wife of Thomas Kerr, and Giralda, wife of Alec Patton, all of Philadelphia; two brothers, Royal, 1615 Linden St.; Charles, 1021 Court St., both of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Annie Sponheimer and Mrs. Roxy Higgins, both of Emmaus.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, June 22, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Jonas Oliver Weiler, proprietor of the Center hotel at Longswamp, died Wednesday from a stroke of apoplexy. He was aged 68 years. For a number of years he was constable of Longswamp township, Berks county. Mr. Weiler was the son of William and Rebecca, nee George, Weiler and was formerly the proprietor of the Ringtown hotel, in Schuylkill county, and also the Macungie hotel, in Lehigh county. He was a prominent member of the Reformed congregation at Longswamp church, a member of Guardian Castle, No. 500, Knights of the Golden Eagle, of Ringtown, and the Lecha Wonk Tribe, No. 201, Independent Order of Red Men, of this city. He is survived by his wife, Lilly, nee Bieber, and two sisters, Mrs. Annie Weiss, of this city, and Mrs. D. D. Fritch, of Macungie. The funeral services will be held from his late home on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, standard time, with all the services at the house. Interment will be made in the Longswamp church cemetery. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth, of Mertztown, will be in charge of the services.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 29, 1928, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Lillie Weiler of Mertztown R.D. who with her late husband, Jonas O. Weiler, conducted hotels in this section for many years, died at noon yesterday at the Allentown hospital. She was aged 68 years, 5 months and 3 days. Mr. and Mrs. Weiler conducted hotels in Longswamp, Schnecksville, Ringtown and Macungie. Her husband died nine years ago. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of Jonas and Anna, nee Eck, Bieber. Surviving Mrs. Weiler are these sisters and brothers: Mary Bieber and Mrs. Elizabeth Dankel, Mertztown R.D.; Mrs. Emma Fegley, Northampton; Mrs. Susan Schlicher, Allentown; George Bieber, Emaus and Benjamin E. Bieber, Topton. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. The funeral will be held at 3:15 o'clock Sunday at the Longswamp Centre hotel, Mertztown R.D. Interment will follow in the Longswamp church cemetery. The Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, November 11, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Miss Lucette Weiler, of Weilersville, Longswamp tsp., was found dead in bed on Sunday morning a week. She the past few years had lived with Mrs. Chas. Weiler. Her death was a great surprise, as on retiring she apparently was in her usual good health. Deceased was in her 74th year, and was a daughter of John Weiler. Three brothers and two sisters survive William Weiler, of Weilersville, Peter Weiler, of Macungie, James Weiler, of Lower Macungie, Mrs. Richard Wertz, of Longswamp, and Mrs. Peter Hendricks, of Siegersville. The funeral took place at the Longswamp church.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 13, 1889, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Manoah S. Weiler, of Reading, one of the most widely known hotel proprietors of Pennsylvania, died Sunday evening, aged 68, from heart failure. Mr. Weiler was formerly proprietor of the American House and Mansion House, Reading. Mr. Weiler was born in Longswamp township, and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Weiler, both deceased. At the age of 24 he went to Reading and secured a position as clerk at the Keystone House, now the Hotel Penn. He remained there until 1862, when he went to the Berks County House, where he secured a similar position. He returned several years later to the Keystone House and, in 1869, assumed charge of the American House as its landlord, which place he successfully conducted until 1872, when he accepted a position as superintendent of the Mansion House. He assumed control of the house in 1884, and conducted it successfully a number of years when he retired. During the summer of 1892 he made the Summit Hotel, on Mt. Penn, a popular resort, but retired to private life in 1893, owing to failing health. In 1895 he built the Hotel Weiler, Reading, and in 1896 took possession. He is survived by his wife, two children --- George E. Weiler, proprietor of the Wyandotte Hotel, South Bethlehem, and Mrs. Katharine Steininger, of Reading --- four sisters --- Mrs. Emaline Haas, Mrs. Eliza Wills, Reading; Mrs. Margaret Fegley, Longswamp, and Mrs. Aquila Knauss, of Macungie. He was a member of the Masonic fraternity. Deceased was well known here. His many good traits made him popular with all. In his time he was an ardent sportsman and he was once a member of the famous Ringgold Band. His widow is a daughter of the late George Schaeffer, of near the borough. The funeral will be held this (Thursday) afternoon at 2 o'clock and interment made on Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 20, 1902, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mary A. E. Weiler, of Main street, died at her home last Thursday morning at 1.30 of pneumonia, being sick less than a week. Deceased was a daughter of the late William and Judith (nee Unangst) Schmale and was born August 1, 1851, in Weisenburg township. She was married on October 9, 1870, to J. Wilson Weiler, of Longswamp, by Rev. A. J. Herman. Her husband died Sept. 25, 1904, he having been an invalid for sixteen years. The following children survive: John W., of St. Louis, Mo.; Charles S., of Allentown; Mrs. John Sponheimer, Royal W. and Miss Roxella Weiler, of town. One sister, Mrs. Annie Mosser, of Neff's, and W. Schmale, of Darby; Jacob, of Catasauqua; J. Howard, of Reading, and Maurice H. Schmale, of Weisenberg, brothers of the deceased, also survive. One brother and one sister preceded her in death. Private funeral services were held on Monday afternoon at 1.45 o'clock. From 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. neighbors and friends viewed the remains. Services continued in Lutheran and Reformed church. Deceased was 58 years, 6 months and 16 days of age. She was a member of Emaus Chapter, No. 8, Ladies' Auxiliary of the Phoebe Deaconess' Home, and of St. John's Reformed Sunday-school Bible class.
[Source: Emaus News, Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 24, 1910, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Death of Ex-Sheriff Weiler. The death of this well known man occurred on Monday evening at his residence, corner of Seventh street and Centre Square, and, although not altogether unexpected, it, when announced, caused a quivering to run through the heart of the community in which he had so long resided that strongly indicated how deeply and closely he had been connected therewith. He brought his age to near 71 years. He was first taken ill some four weeks ago with pneumonia, and a kidney affection latterly combining with said ailment he commenced to sink rapidly until relieved by death as above stated. He was a son of John Weiler, and was born in Longswamp, Berks county. He was early thrown upon his own exertions for a livelihood, and, being apprenticed to a blacksmith, learned that trade. But he somehow had no liking for it, and so abandoned it and took up the tobacco business. Getting married to a daughter of the long deceased Solomon Fogel, of Breinigsville, at the age of 23, he soon after removed to Fogelsville and there engaged in the hotel business. Later he moved to Siegersville, again taking a hotel, and while a resident of that place he in 1853 was nominated and elected to the office of Sheriff by the Democratic party, of which he was ever a most faithful adherent. This office brought him to Allentown with his family, and he ever after resided here. After the expiration of his term of office, he associated with Mr. John P. Dillinger in the liquor business. After a continuance of the firm for several years, the deceased secured Mr. D's interest in the store by purchase, and continued in the business up to the time of his death, and it may be said that it made him a very well off man. He was twice married. His second wife, who survives him, having been a born Butz and the widow of Nathan Ziegler. With his first wife he had six children, four of whom are living. With his now widow there had been no issue. He ever was a well disposed citizen, simple in his tastes and habits and unobtrusive in his demeanor.
[The Allentown Democrat, Allentown, PA, ][Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 12, 1881, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Died. On the 10th inst., in this city, Nathan Weiler, aged 70 years, 11 months and 15 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 12, 1881, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Sophia Weiler died on Sunday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Susan Peters, 407 South 10th, aged 77 years. Death was caused by general debility. Mrs. Weiler was twice married, her first husband having been John Frederick Lutz. She was a daughter of the late Anthony Faust, of Alsace. Deceased was a lifelong member of Spies Church. The following children survive: Wm. Lutz, of Springfield, Mo.; John Lutz, Alsace; Joseph Weiler, Muhlenberg, and Mrs. Susan Peters, of this city. Joseph and Wm. Faust, of Alsace are brothers.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, October 26, 1891. Submitted by Nancy.]
William Weiler died on Sunday at his home in Longswamp, Berks county, after an illness of two weeks. He was for about twenty years engaged in the general store business at Longswamp and for the last five years lived retired. His wife preceded him in death by 19 years. These children survive: Jonas O. Weiler, of Ringtown; John A., of Philadelphia; Mrs. D. D. Fritch, of Macungie; Mrs. Edward Rose, of Reading, and Mrs. A. M. Wise, residing at home. Two brothers surviving are James, the merchant at Weilersville, and Peter J., of Macungie. He reached an advanced age, his 83d birthday would have taken place on Feb. 28. He always enjoyed good health until his last illness. He was widely and favorably known. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Services and interment at the Longswamp Church, Rev. N. W. Helffrich officiating.
[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 14, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
William Weiler died Sunday at his home at Longswamp at 11 a.m. after an illness of about two weeks. He was for about twenty years in the store business near Longswamp and for the last five years was retired. His wife preceded him in death by nineteen years. These children survive: Jonas O. Weiler, of Ringtown; John A., of Philadelphia; Mrs. D. D. Fritch, of Macungie; Mrs. Edward Rose, of Reading, and Mrs. A. M. Weiss, residing at home. He reached the advanced age, his 83rd birthday would have taken place on February 28. He always enjoyed good health until his last fatal illness. The brothers surviving are: James, the merchant at Weilersville, and Peter, at Macungie. He was widely and favorably known. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Services and interment at Longswamp Church, Rev. N. W. Helffrich officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 12, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]
Weimer--In this city, on the 18th inst., of consumption, Clara Bell, youngest daughter of P.L. and Mary R. Weimer, aged 1 year, 3 months and 17 days. Funeral on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'cl'k from the residence of her grandfather, Asaph Shenfelder. Lebanon papers please copy.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 19, 1869. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Weimer--In this city, on the 18th inst., of consumption, Clara Bell, youngest daughter of P.L. and Mary R. Weimer, aged 1 year, 3 months and 17 days.
[Source: Reading Eagle, March 20, 1869. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Mrs. Mary Weimer, wife of Adam Weimer, of Ringtown, near Topton, died on Sunday afternoon in the Sacred heart hospital, where she had been a patient for some weeks. She was 57 years old. Mrs. Weimer was a daughter of John Eckert and his wife, Mary, nee Foltz, and is survived by her husband, a son, William, her mother, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Anna Seigman, Brooklyn, N.Y.; Mrs. Elsworth Carson, Parkesburg, Pa.; Mack and William Eckert, of Rockaway Beach, L.I. Undertaker Schofer and Son, of Topton, took charge of the remains yesterday and removed them to her home in Ringtown, where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 1.30 p.m. Further services are to be held at the Longswamp church and interment is to be made in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 28, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
In Milton, on the 13th Dec., Peter Weimer, formerly of Reading, aged about 70 years.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 12, 1850. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Grace A. Weinhold, 88, died Aug. 15 at 11:30 a.m. in her residence in Brecknock Township. Her husband, Stephen L. Weinhold, died Dec. 22, 1984. Born in Brecknock Township, she was a daughter of the late David and Mabel C. (Huyett) Houshauer. Weinhold was a self-employed housekeeper for 25 years, retiring in 1997. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Mohnton. Surviving is a son, David A., Brecknock Township. Other survivors include three sisters: Martha G. (Houshauer) Mountz and Hilda F. (Houshauer) Hyneman, both of Brecknock Township; and Henrietta M. (Houshauer) Houshauer, Brecknock Township, Lancaster County. There is also a grandson. Services will be private in St. John's Lutheran Church. Burial will be private in Allegheny Union Cemetery, Alleghenyville. Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home Inc. & Crematorium, Mohnton, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 16, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held in the Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring, for Roy K. Weinhold, 73, who died Feb. 20 in his Shartlesville Road, Centre Township residence. Burial was in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township. He was the husband of Barbara E. (Bertolette) Weinhold. Born in West Reading, he was a son of the late Ralph L. and Mary E. (Stick) Weinhold. Until retiring as line chief in Nov. 1991, he was employed by Metropolitan Edison Co., Muhlenberg Township, for 40 years. He was a 1947 graduate of Sinking Spring High School and a Korean War Navy veteran. Also surviving are a daughter, Candice E. (Weinhold) Hartranft, with whom he resided, and a sister, Betty J. (Weinhold) Hicks, Wernersville.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, February 26, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
A memorial service will be held for Bruce Owen Weirich, 51, husband of Shirley (Carl) Weirich, of Rhoads Road, Gilbertsville, who died November 15 at his residence. Born in Lancaster, he was a son of Donald and Trudy Weirich. He graduated from Christopher Dock in Lansdale. Weirich served in the Army from 1975 to 1979. He was a correctional officer at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility from 1979 to 1991, and also worked at Spectraguard of King of Prussia. Surviving in addition to his wife and parents are a stepdaughter, Samantha Kehl of Boyertown; a brother; and three sisters. A memorial service will be at 8 p.m. Thursday in the Houck Funeral Home, Charlotte and Grace streets, Pottstown. Friends may call from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Adam Weiser, son of John & Magdalena (Himmelberger) Weiser, was born October 1, 1845. He married Catherine Anna Mast November 6, 1875 and died near Strausstown March 1, 1919, aged 73y5m. He is survived by two sons, two daughters, a step daughter, two brothers, four grandchildren. Services and burial took place from his home near Strausstown and at Host.
[Source: Womelsdorf Parish Records. Submitted by Kathy.]
Alvin Z. Weiser, of near Topton, died suddenly Wednesday night of heart disease. He was 67 years, 11 months, 16 days of age. He is survived by his widow, Elizabeth, nee Henning; three sons, Herbert D., New York City; Walter A. and Raymond W., at home; one sister, Mrs. C. W. Levan, Topton, and a granddaughter. He was a member of the Topton Grange. He was a son of the long deceased David and Katherine, nee Fisher, Weiser, and was born in Longswamp township. For many years he was an active farmer in the vicinity of Topton. The funeral will be held on Monday at 10 oclock with short services at the house, followed by regular services in the Christ Reformed, Delong's, church, Bowers. Interment will be made in the Union cemetery, Bowers. The Rev. George B. Smith, Kutztown, will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 11, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Amanda Weiser, widow of Alfred Weiser and one of the oldest residents of Berks county, died Sunday night in her home at Bowers. She was 90 years old. A native of Berks county, she was born at Rockland township, a daughter of the late Benneville and Vilia, nee Youse, Hilbert. She was a member of Christ Reformed Delong's church and the home department of the Sunday school. Surviving are a daughter, Elizabeth C., at home; a son, Edward, Lyons, and a sister, Mrs. Charles Koller, of Kutztown. Rev. F. D. Slifer of Topton will officiate at funeral services to be held from the late home on Saturday at 2 p.m. Interment will be made in Union cemetery, Bowers.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 23, 1941, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Weiser, Mrs. Catherine, wife of John S. Weiser, went to be with God from her home in Reading, Pa., on November 4, 1950, at the age of 79 years. In recent years she suffered much; God was good in taking her to His heavenly home where there shall be no more pain. She bore courageous testimony to a steadfast faith in her Lord. She was a member of First Church in Reading. Besides her husband, she is survived by two daughters, two sons, four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, three sisters and one brother. The funeral service, conducted by her pastor, was held in the Francis F. Seidel Funeral Chapel in Reading. The body was laid to rest in Aullenbach Cemetery. __H. D. Wittmaier
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXVI, no. 48, November 28, 1950, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]
By the premature explosion of a blast in a mine at Villa Grove, Colorado, a few days ago, Cyrenius Weiser, of Bowers, Berks county, was instantly killed and badly mutilated around the body. The corpse is now on its way East, to Bowers, for interment.
[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA, January 13, 1892, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
The venerable David Weiser, a retired farmer residing between Bower's and Topton Stations, along the East Penn R. R., died several days ago, aged upwards of 80 years. He was a man of many excellent qualities, enjoying the high esteem and respect of all who knew him, and his many friends will learn of his death with sorrow and regret. He was admired and respected by every one for his kind and cheerful disposition, integrity and honor. Ripe in years as well as honest to the core in all the relations of life, he passed from the community in which he lived all his life, and the places which have known him for so long will know him no more.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 1, 1899, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
The remains of Mrs. Emma L. Weiser, of Hamburg, were brought on Monday morning, June 21, to Huff's Church, where all the services were held and interment was made in the adjoining cemetery. Her request was that her remains be laid along side of her daughter, Mrs. Stella Smith. The deceased was a daughter of James Schneck and wife Hattie (nee Sterner). She was born near Henningersville, Berks County, on January 4, 1872, and was baptized in early infancy by Rev. D. K. Humbert, the mother having been sponsor. In early youth she was confirmed in Huff's Church by the same pastor. In 1889 she was married to Lewis G. Wieser. Suffering with dropsy for some time, she passed away from heart failure on June 17th, aged 47 years, 5 months and 15 days. There remain her husband, her aged mother, now Mrs. Hattie Bush, two daughters, Kate, of Kutztown, and Sarah, at home, and 5 grandchildren. Daniel Burkey, of Hamburg, was the undertaker in charge. The pallbearers were Elias and Frank Gift, James Wartzenluft, Thomas Reuchler, Geo. Houck, and Frank Eckroth. Rev. Wm. F. Bond officiated.
[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 25, 1920, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Hilda Weiser, 81, of Penn Street, Lyons, died Tuesday in her home. She was the widow of Raymond A. Weiser. Born in Lyons, she was a daughter of the late James and Elizabeth (Fretz) Hassler. She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Bowers. Surviving are four sons, Robert A., of Topton; Bud L., of Fleetwood R. 3; Buster R., of Riverview Park, Reading; and Raymond A., of Kutztown; a brother, Clarence B., of West Reading; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday in the Trexler-Ludwick Funeral Home, 25 E. Weis St., Topton. There will be no calling hours.
[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, December 23, 1982, page B-13. Submitted by Jerri.]
Weiser - In Upper Tulpehocken, on March 21st, Magdalena Weiser, wife of John Weiser, and daughter of John and Catharine Himmelberger, aged 62 years, 11 months and 21 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 13, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Minnie Weiser, 85, of 38 S. Maple St., Kutztown, died Friday in the Reading Hospital. Her husband, Edgar D., died in 1929. Born in Kutztown, she was a daughter of the late W. Franklin and Susan (Kemp) Yenser. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Mary V. Dolan of Philadelphia; a son, Edgar D. of Woodbridge, Va.; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 11, 1975, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Oliver W. Weiser, a well known resident of Bowers and for the past ten years the sexton of the Bowers cemetery, died yesterday afternoon at his home in Bowers, aged 75 years, 2 months and 29 days. He was born in Rockland township, Berks county, the son of the late William and Sallie Ann, nee Fenstermacher, Weiser. Surviving are his widow, Katie, nee Rothermel, Weiser, and two children, William and Gladys, at home. Mr. Weiser was a member of Christ Reformed church, Bowers, and was affiliated with the I.O.O.F. of Lyons. The funeral will be held Sunday, with all services at the Christ Reformed church in Bowers at 1.30 o'clock in charge of Dr. George B. Smith. Interment will be made in the Bowers cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 26, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Walter A. Weiser, Berks county farmer, died unexpectedly yesterday morning at his home near Topton, along R. 1 Mertztown. He was 58. Born in Topton, a son of the late Alvin and Elizabeth (Henning) Weiser, he was a member of Topton Fire Co. And its beneficial association, the Kutztown Eagles, Alburtis Fire Co. And Mertztown Rod and Gun club. He is survived by a daughter Dorothy, wife of Warren Reinert of Virginville, a grandchild, and two brothers, Herbert D. Of Pelham, N.Y., and Raymond W. of R. 1, Mertztown. Rev. Franklin D. Slifer will officiate at services at 2 p.m. Friday at the DeLong and Trexler funeral home, Topton. Burial will be in Bowers cemetery. Calling hours from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 5, 1947, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Helen I. Weisner, 63, died Sunday in her Kutztown R. 2 home. She was the wife of Alvin d. Weisner. Born in Moselem, Berks County, a daughter of the late Morris and Alice (Hunsicker) Leibensperger, Mrs. Weisner was a member of Mount Zion Lutheran Church, Krumsville. Surviving with her husband are a daughter, Joyce F., wife of William Isamoyer of Mertztown R. 2; two sons, Harold G. and Raymond C., both of Kutztown R. 1; three sisters, Mary, wife of Elmer Heintzleman of Catasauqua; Florence, wife of Levine Werley of Kempton R. 1, and Ella, wife of George Angstadt of Hamburg; six brothers, Edwin Leibensperger of Bowers, Berks County; John Leibensperger of Tamaqua; Morris Leibensperger of Hamburg, Floyd and Ray Leibensperger of Kempton R. 1, and Archie Leibensperger of Kutztown, and four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services at 11 a.m. Thursday in the church. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday in the William Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 14, 1977, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Rev. Benjamin Weiss, a well-known Reformed clergyman, died of a complication of diseases on Friday, April 12, at his home in Lenhartsville, after a long illness. He was the son of Jacob and Sarah Weiss, of Weisenburg, Lehigh county, and began his education in the schools of his native township, prepared for college at the Kutztown Normal school, graduated from Franklin and Marshall College in 1869 at the age of 19 years, and in theology at Mercersburg seminary, now located at Lancaster. In 1872 he came to Lenhartsville. He married Emma R., a daughter of George Merkel, of Lenhartsville. Three children, George Jacob, of Reading, Nevin Zwingli and Carrie S., at home, survive. Rev. Mr. Weiss was in his time one of the most active Reformed ministers in Eastern Pennsylvania, serving seven congregations at one time. The regular charge from which he resigned because of ill health included Zion church and St. Paul's, of Windsor; Dunkel's, of Greenwich, and Wessnersville. He also formerly served the following other congregations: Jacksonville, Eckville, Lynnville, Lenhartsville and Blandon. For a long time he had as a substitute Rev. Weller, of this county, and others. Hiss illness was attributed largely to exposure, it being necessary to be out during all sorts of weather. Deceased was 51 years of age.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 24 1901, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Bernard C. "Barney" Weiss, 64, of 717 Reber St., Shoemakersville, died Thursday at Laurel Center, Tilden Township, where he lived since May 25. Born in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Francis P. and Berthilla Glunz Weiss. He was employed as a meat cutter since 1966 for Jack Leininger Meats Inc. at Reading Fairgrounds Market, retiring in 1998. He was a member of St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Tilden Township. Surviving are his wife, the former Augusta M. Schappell; three brothers, Louis, Shenandoah, and Carl and Gerald, both of Pottsville. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, June 8, 2001. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Services were held for Cora R. Weiss, 86, of West Philadelphia Avenue, Colebrookdale Township, who died January 17 in her residence. She was predeceased by her husband, Warren W. Weiss, in 1978. Weiss was born in Earl Township and was a homemaker. Surviving are two sons, Warren R., Reading, and Leroy W., Destin, Fla.; and four daughters: Shirley (Weiss) Melcher, with whom she resided; Barbara (Weiss) Crossley, Mount Penn; and Jane M. (Weiss) Fetterman and Nancy L. (Weiss) Frantz, both of Boyertown. Other survivors include two sisters, Annie (Kauffman) Miller, Boyertown, and Mabel (Kauffman) Snyder, Fleetwood. Contributions may be made in her memory to Visiting Nurse Association of Pottstown and Vicinity, 1963 E. High Street, Pottstown, PA 19464. There are also 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Burial was in Oley Cemetery, Spangsville. The Morrell Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, January 23, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of Cora R. (Snyder) Weiss, who died Jan. 17 in her Colebrookdale Township residence, is a sister, Mabel (Kauffman) Snyder, Fleetwood.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, January 23, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
A service will be held for Deborah D. Weiss, 46, of Hoffmansville Road, Frederick, who died March 23 at her residence. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of Edith (Weller) and Raymond L. Weiss, Frederick. She was a 1974 Boyertown High School graduate. Weiss worked as a customer service representative for Wendt Dunnington Co., Royersford. In addition to her parents, with whom she resided, she is survived by two brothers, David P. Weiss of Chester, Delaware County, and Timothy J. Weiss Sr. of New Holland, Lancaster County. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society Bux Mont Unit, 700 Horizon Circle, Suite 201, Chalfont, PA 18914. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, 111 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown. Services will be at 8 p.m. with the Rev. Raymond H. Leslie, pastor of Colebrookdale Chapel, officiating. Interment will be private in Limerick Garden of Memories.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 27, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Ephraim Weiss died suddenly of asthma and heart failure while seated on a rocking chair in the dining room of his home in Kutztown. Mr. Weiss attained the age of 73 years, 9 months and 2 days. He was the son of Samuel Weiss and his wife Catharine (nee George), was born in Weisenburg township, and is survived by his wife, Amelia (nee Humbert). Funeral today. Rev. William Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate. Interment in the Bowers cemetery. Undertaker Jacob H. Stump has charge.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 16, 1919, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services will be Thursday for Warren R. Weiss, 59, husband, of Diane R. (Benfield) Weiss of Alsace Township, Berks County, who died February 2 in St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading. Weiss was born in Earl Township and graduated from Boyertown Area High School in 1961. He was a mechanic for the former Great American Knitting Mills in Bally and also worked as an aide on a bus for seven years for the Berks County Intermediate Unit. During the Vietnam War, Weiss served in the Army. He received the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. In addition to his wife, Weiss is survived by four sisters, Shirley Melcher of Boyertown, Barbara Crossley of Mount Penn, Jane M. Fetterman of Boyertown and Nancy L. Frantz of Boyertown; and one brother, Leroy W. Weiss of Desten, Fla. Contributions may be made to the Vietnam Veterans of America, P.O. Box 13735, Reading, PA 19612. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Morrell Funeral Home, 124 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown. A viewing will be from 10 to 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be in Union Cemetery in Boyertown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 6, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held for Linda M. Hess Weisser, 53, of Niantic Road in Barto, who died March 24 in Mercy Suburban Hospital in Norristown. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of Lillian E. (Kline) Hess, Washington Township and the late Lyman M. Hess. She graduated from Boyertown Area Senior High School in 1968 and from the former McCann Business School in Reading in 1969. Weiser worked as a quality controller for Precision Technology in Douglassville. She previously worked at Cooks Speciality in Green Lane. She was a former Girl Scout leader of Brownie Troop No. 759. In addition to her mother, she is survived by a daughter, Amy L. Cimino of Colebrookdale; one sister and two grandsons. Contributions may be made to the Girl Scouts - Great Valley Council Inc., 2633 Moravian Ave., Allentown, PA 18103. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the L. W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, April 3, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Arthur L. Weitzel, 92, Spring Township, died May 9 at 3:30 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., West Reading, where he had resided since March. His wife, Marie E. (Walters) Weitzel, died April 13, 1999. Born in West Reading, he was a son of the late Joseph and Esther (Geiger) Weitzel. Weitzel was employed for 32 years as an electric welder by Parish Structural Products Division of Dana Corp., Reading, retiring in 1974. He was a member of Advent Lutheran Church, West Lawn. Surviving is a son, Randall A., Cumru Township. Other survivors include a brother, Ralph, Muhlenberg Township; and a sister, Ethel (Weitzel) Cunnius, West Reading. There are also two grandchildren. Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in the Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring. Entombment will be in Pleasant View Cemetery Mausoleum, Spring Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, May 11, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
Aged Man Is Killed on Railroad Near Blandon.
Frank Weitzel's Team Struck By Locomotive.
Blandon, August 27 (Special) Frank Weitzel aged 70 years, caretaker of a Reading party's property at the Six-Mile House, in Onetlaunee township, while driving to this place with horse and wagon, was struck by Reading Railway passenger train No. 99, known as the Harrisburg special. He was instantly killed. The wagon was demolished and the horse ran away and has not been located. The body of Mr. Weitzel was brought to the station at this place. His skull was crushed and several limbs were fractured. The accident happened a short distance west of the Blandon station. Deceased leaves three children. His wife died a number of years ago. Deputy Coroner Shick is investigating the case.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 27, 1917, p. 8. Submitted by: Brenda.]
Weitzel - In this city, on the 27th inst., FRANKLIN WEITZEL, aged 75 years and 6 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of his son, 33 Thorn St. Thursday at 2 p.m. Services at the house. Internment in Sinking Spring Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, August 28, 1917, p. 8. Submitted by: Brenda.]
Rev. W. J. Kershner conducted services over the remains of Franklin Weitzel, whos funeral was held from his residence, 33 Thorn street. Internment was made in Sinking Spring Cemetery. The body was attired in a black dress suit and rested in a square cornered quartered oak casket with silver extension handles, silver trimmings and plate bearing name and age. Undertaker Seidel had charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, August 30, 1917, p. 6. Submitted by: Brenda.]
WEITZEL - In this city, on the 16th inst. John E. Weitzel, aged 49 years, 10 months and 21 days. Burial in Sinking Spring Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, December 16, 1914. Submitted by: Brenda. Note: this is an abstract.]
John E. Weitzel, died of a complication of diseases at 4:30 a.m. today, at his residence, 33 Thorn street, aged 49 years. Deceased was ailing for the last three months. He was born in Sinking Spring and was the son of the Franklin and the late Mary (nee Engelhart) Weitzel. He resided in this city for the last 27 years and was employed by Charles Haas and Co., expressmen. Deceased was a member of the Holiness Christian Association, Juniata Tribe, No 74. I.O.R.M., and Meade Camp No. 16, Sons of Veterans. Besides his father, he is survived by his widow, Mary G. (nee Moyer), and five children, Harvey, Charles, Horace, Paul and Mrs. Percy Walley, all of this city, and these brothers and sisters; Mrs. Harry Sterrett, Reading; William, Honeybrook; Mrs. Huron Huyett, Reading; Mrs. Catherine Miller, Philadelphia; Daniel, Reading; and Mrs. J.S. Evans, Philadelphia. There also remain two grandchildren.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, December 16, 1914, p. 6. Submitted by: Brenda.]
Among the local survivors of Glen D. Welder, 56, Reading, who died of natural causes Nov. 30 in St. Joseph Medical Center, is his mother, Kay (Lockyer) Welder, Upper Bern Township.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, December 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
WELDER - In this city, on the 2d inst., Mrs. Jane Welder, aged 81 years 9 months. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend her funeral on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from the residence of her son, No. 1317 Muhlenberg Street. Services at the house. Interment private.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 4, 1897. Submitted by Betty.]
John G. Welder, a retired farmer of Dryville, died of a complication of diseases on Tuesday at the residence of his son-in-law, Joshua Miller, aged 54 years, 11 months and 17 days. Deceased was born and reared in Rockland, in which township he resided all his life. When a young man he taught school for three terms in this district, later moving on a farm which he conducted until a few years ago. About a year ago he built a new residence at Dryville in which he lived with the family of his son-in-law. There survive, besides an aged step-mother, Mrs. Benjamin Welder, of Kutztown; a daughter, Amelia, wife of Joshua Miller, and these brothers and sisters: Jeremiah, Pricetown; Amos, of Dryville; William, of near Dryville; Reuben, of Reading; Rev. Benjamin, of Reamstown; Susannah, wife of Nicholas Herb, of Mertztown; Sarah, of Kutztown, James B., of 622 1/2 Cedar street, Allentown; Amanda, wife of Jeremiah Shade, of Kutztown. Funeral next Tuesday, Rev. J. O. Henry officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 12, 1909, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Mary Welder, widow of William G. Welder, died Tuesday night at the home of her son, Adlai Welder, Mertztown R. 1. She was 83 years old. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late William and Rebecca (Snyder) Zuber. Her husband died in 1928. Surviving are three sons, Adlai Welder, with whom she resided at Mertztown R. 1; Aster Welder, Lyons; Anthon Welder, Fritztown; two daughters, Mrs. Solon Hess, Fleetwood R.D.; Mrs. William Swavely, Temple; one stepdaughter, Mrs. Walter Keifer, Fleetwood; 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 3, 1952, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Matilda (nee Egolf) Welder died at Lyons from a paralytic stroke. Deceased was one of the oldest women in that town, being 86 years of age. For the past twelve years, she had her home at that place, her husband having died nineteen years ago. There survive the following children: Reuben, of Kansas; Charles, of Reading; Rolandus, of California; Daniel, at home; Mary, wife of William Miller, Reading; Sallie, wife of James Kline, Kansas, and Angelina, Philadelphia. Funeral on Tuesday. Services at Dryville, Rev. J. O. Henry officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 3, 1909, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
In this city, on the 2nd inst., Myrtle L. daughter of Oscar H. and Katie Welder, aged 8 years 6 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice from the residence of parents, 1006 North 12th Street, on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 3 1907. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Mrs. Neida M. Welder, 82, of Kutztown R. 1, died Saturday in Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading. She was the wife of Luther R. Welder. Born in Greenwich Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late George F. and Alice A. (Rabenold) Christ. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Surviving are a son, Ernest C., of Allentown R. 2; two daughters, Elizabeth M., wife of Stanley S. Kutz of Fleetwood R. 3531, and Jean A., wife of Max K. Bieber of Mertztown R. 1; a sister Verna, wife of Walter Balthaser of Kutztown; nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Trexler & Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. A calling hour will precede the services.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 23, 1980, page C-24. Submitted by Jerri.]
Percival Welder died at Kutztown, aged 80 years, 8 months and 8 days. For 45 years he was a resident of Maxatawny township, having moved there from Maidencreek. There survive these children: Edwin, of Allentown; George, of Kutztown; W. F., of Maxatawny, and Mrs. A. F. Boyer, of Allentown. Funeral Friday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 1, 1912, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Miss Sarah Welder dropped dead on Friday while at the entrance door of the Deisher knitting mill, Kutztown, at which place he was employed for the past 15 years. She was in delicate health the past five years from valvular disease of the heart, which brought on her sudden demise. She was born in Rockland township and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Welder, and attained the age of 56 years. She is survived by these brothers: Israel, Lyons; Reuben and William, Dryville. Burial will be made at Mertz Church, Dryville.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 17, 1918, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]
Wester S. Welder, a former resident of Kutztown and Topton, died yesterday at Berks Heim. He was 72. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Amos and Catherine (Stimmel) Welder. He was a former molder employed by Kutztown Foundry. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of Dryville Church. Welder had been a guest at Berks Heim the last two years. Surviving are two brothers, Robert, Kutztown R. 2, and Milford, Boyertown, and a sister, Mrs. Howard Wieand, Macungie. Private services will be at 3:30 p.m. Monday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 24, 1956, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services will be Thursday for Aleta A. (Kulp) Weller, 70, of Pennsburg Manor, formerly of Bechtelsville, who died December 7. She was the widow of Elwood S. Weller Sr. Born in Pennsburg, she worked as a powder operator at the Cabot Corp., Boyertown, for 18 years before retiring in 1985. Weller was a member of the ladies auxiliaries of the Bally Fire Co., the Gilbertsville Fire Co., New Berlinville. She is survived by two sons, Robert L. Weller and Elwood S. Weller Jr. of Barto; one brother, Donald Kulp of Englesville; two half-brothers, Richard Kulp of Stowe and Robert Kulp of Englesville; one half-sister, Cheryl Kulp of Englesville; and five grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter. Services will be at 10 a.m. in the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, 111 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown. the Rev. Carl A. Wentzel will officiate. There will be no viewing. Burial will be in the Limerick Garden of Memories, Limerick.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, December 12, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Augustus Weller, aged 73 years, one of the oldest employees of the Topton Foundry, died Sunday morning at his home on Furnace St., Topton. A son of the late David and Sarah, nee Moyer, Weller, he was born in Pike township, Berks county. He had been employed by the Topton Foundry for more than 30 years. Mr. Weller was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran church, Boyertown. Through his skilled work at the foundry he was also a member of the Moulders Union, No. 114, AFL. He was also affiliated with the Topton Fire Co. Surviving are his wife, the following children: Mrs. Harvey Gottschall, Topton; Mrs. Warren Smith, Boyertown; Mrs. William Steffey, Topton; Mrs. Mahlon Dietrich, Mertztown R. 1; Mrs. Dorothy Barto, Topton; Frank, Kutztown; Russel, Topton; one step-son, Edward Eddinger, Boyertown; 25 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Ellen Rohrbach, Boyertown; Mrs. Catherine Reinert, Henningsville; and Mrs. Wilson Reinert, Fredericksville. Mrs. David Longacre, past or his church, will officiate at services to be conducted at the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton, at 1:30 p.m. Thursday. Interment in the Union cemetery, Boyertown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 6, 1945, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
In Hereford, on the 21st, Benneville Weller, in his 23d year.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 12, 1850. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Bruce E. Weller, who died of natural causes March 23 in his Woodside Avenue, Longswamp Township residence. Burial was in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. He was the husband of Bonnie L. (Benfield) Weller. Born in Allentown, he was a son of Warren E. and Marian M. (Gift) Weller, Topton. Last working as production foreman in Sept. 2002, he had been employed by East Penn Manufacturing, Lyons, for 25 years. He was an Army veteran. Weller was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Huff's Union Church, Hereford Township. Also surviving are three daughters, Jessica M. Weller and Amy L. Weller, both of Mertztown; and Beth A. (Weller) Hartline, Fleetwood. There are also two grandsons. Other survivors include two sisters, Esther S. (Weller) Breidegam, Mohrsville, and Debra L. (Weller) Bortz, Barto; and six brothers: Franklin S. Weller and Duane T. Weller, both of Mertztown; Michael L. Weller and Craig A. Weller, both of Topton; David W. Weller, Longswamp Township; and George A. Weller, Maxatawny Township.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 27, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Shortly after retiring on Wednesday about nine o'clock, Daniel Weller, of 1639 Allen street, was stricken with a stroke of apoplexy and expired a few minutes later. His wife, who was in the bed room at the time, was startled by hearing her aged husband give a sudden gasp and pass away almost immediately. Dr. Milton J. Haas was hurriedly summoned but found life extinct. Mr. Weller had been in the best of health and spirits up to the time of his retiring, and had fixed the alarm clock and laid ready his clothes to go to work as laborer at the fair grounds in the morning, rain Wednesday interfering with his work. Mr. Weller had been a faithful assistant to Caretaker Fink of the fair grounds for the past eight years. The deceased was 70 years of age and a native of Berks county. The survivors are the aged widow, Kate R., and a granddaughter, Mrs. Charles Miller, of South Whitehall township. Brief funeral services will be conducted at the home on Monday morning at 9.30 o'clock. Regular services and burial will be held at Long Swamp Church, Rev. W. F. Bond officiating.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 20, 1911, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Edward N. Weller, of Allentown aged 29 years, killed himself by shooting.
[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 21, 1899.]
Ellsworth Weller, residing with his mother, Mrs. John Weller at Macungie, passed away on Tuesday morning, suffering from dropsy. He was a silk weaver. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 9 a.m. with further services and interment at Huff's church. Wm. F. Bard will conduct the service.
[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 22, 1922, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]
Elsworth A. Weller died at his home in East Macungie yesterday morning at 5.40 o'clock of complication of diseases, aged 38 years, 11 months and 9 days. Deceased was born Oct. 10, 1882, in Berks county, the son of the late John and Mary (nee Frey) Weller. He is survived by his mother, one brother, Peter, at home, and three sisters, Mrs. Henry Mest, Emaus; Mrs. Wm. Strunk, Temple; Mrs. Howard Hoffman, Alburtis. Funeral services will be held from his late home on Monday morning at 9 o'clock, with regular services in Huff's church. Interment in cemetery adjoining.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 20, 1922, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]
Emmanuel M. Weller, prominent businessman and church member who was well known in the western part of Lehigh county and the eastern section of Berks county, died Saturday night at his home in Pike township, Berks county. He was aged 74 years, 2 months and 1 day. Mr. Weller was a director of the National bank of Bally and served as treasurer of the Mountain Telephone Co. He was affiliated with the Landisville council, 1007, O. of I.A.; the K.G.E., Manatawny; Woodmen of the World, Bechtelsville; and was a member of the Reformed wing of St. Joseph's Hill church, where he sang in the choir for a number of years. He was a son of the late Emanuel and Sallie, nee Moyer, Weller, and was preceded in death in 1907 by his wife, Sallie, nee Greiss, Weller. Surviving are nine children: Mrs. Verna Fronheiser, Mrs. LeRoy Herbst, Bechtelsville; Warren and Clyde Weller, Boyertown; Ralph Weller, Alburtis; Earl, Norman and Herbert Weller, Bechtelsville; Emmanuel Weller, Mertztown; 24 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. A sister, Mrs. Mahlon Swavely, Maxatawny, also survives. The funeral will be held at 1:30 o'clock Saturday from his late home, with continued services in St. Joseph's Hill church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Revs. Donald Englert and Elmer Johnston will officiate.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 27, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Only a day after her mother died, and while preparations for the latter's funeral Saturday were being made, Mrs. Esther Weller, 42, mother of ten children, succumbed to the effects of scarlet fever at the Allentown hospital Thursday. Both were residents of Mertztown R. 1. Mrs. Weller, wife of Emanuel G. Weller, was the daughter of the late James and Sallie (Druckenmiller) Alexander and was born near the place of her residence. The mother died early Wednesday, of ills attributed to age. The Wellers' children, all at home, are Warren, Arlene, Herbert, Erma, Lloyd, William, Paul, Ralph, Russell and Carl. Mrs. Weller also is survived by two brothers, Benjamin, of Mertztown R. 1 and James, Kutztown, and a sister, Phoebe.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 11, 1948, page 36. Submitted by Jerri.]
Frederick Ellwood Weller, of Mertztown R.D., near Topton, an employee of the DeLong Furniture company, died yesterday morning in the Homeopathic hospital, Reading. He was 34 years and 1 month of age. He was a son of Augustus and Katie, nee Wolfgang, Weller, and is survived by his parents, of Topton; his widow, Verna, nee Webb, Weller and these brothers and sisters: Mrs. Harvey Gottschall, Mrs. William Steffey, Frank Weller, Russell Weller, Mrs. Willard Barto, all of Topton; Mrs. Warren Smith, Boyertown; Mrs. Mahlon Dietrich, Mertztown R.D.; Mrs. Charles Moyer, Mertztown, and a step-brother, Edwin Eddinger, Boyertown. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 o'clock at the home of his parents, Furnace street, Topton, all services to be at the house in charge of Rev. Donald Englert. Interment will be made in Longswamp church cemetery.
[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Friday, November 9, 1934, page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]
Gideon Weller, of Hill Church, 87 years old and father of the large Weller clan of Berks county, died Thursday. His ancestors were among the first settlers of Berks county and a monument near his home was lately erected in honor of the progenitors of the Weller family of American. Every year the Weller reunion was held at his home.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 9, 1909, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
Helen Mae, wife of B. Franklin Weller, 25 E. Franklin St., Topton, died yesterday in St. Joseph's hospital, Reading, of complications. She was 37 years old. Born in Dryville, she was the daughter of Mrs. Lizzie Frey Scheidt, nee Fidle, and the late Arradius Frey. She was a member of the Christ Mertz Lutheran church of Dryville and was employed at the Lyon Knitting mills. Survivors include her husband, one daughter, Vilma, at home; a sister, Mrs. Irvin Bowers of Reading; one brother, Fred J. Frey of Dryville and her mother, Mrs. William B. Scheidt. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the home of Mr. and Mrs. William B. Scheidt at Dryville, with continued services in the Christ Mertz Lutheran church. Rev. William H. Kline of Topton will officiate and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 4, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
On Friday, 28th ult., Henry Weller, aged 28, descended a 40 feet deep well on the hotel premises of Allen Schweyer, at Kline's Corner, near Topton, for the purpose of giving it a needed cleansing and repairing. The well was almost empty, and the owner thought it a good time to do the needed work. It was one of the old-fashioned kind, its water being raised to the surface by means of a windlass. Weller remained at his work for quite a time, and after he had put everything in good shape gave the signal to have himself hoisted to the surface. On the way up he however observed that one of the wall stones stood very far out of line, and knowing that it had often given trouble by catching the buckets in their upward and downward movements, he hallooed to the man in charge of the windlass at the top to hold him stationary, as he wished to remove the boulder that had been such a great source of trouble. He was halted as directed, but unfortunately, after taking out the stone, the entire wall above caved in upon him, carrying him to the bottom, and covering him with many tons of stone and earth. Immediate efforts were made to rescue the unfortunate man, but the body was not reached until 10 o'clock next forenoon. It was found badly cut on the head, and standing in an inverted position the head down and feet uppermost. It is likely death occurred almost instantly. Probably the first falling stone knocked out his life. The unfortunate man left a wife and one child.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 9, 1892, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Henry F. Weller of Boyertown R. 1, died Wednesday night in the Pottstown Hospital shortly after admission. He was a life-long resident on the Weller Farm, District Twp., Berks County, near Landis Store. He was a son of the late Daniel and Emmalina (Fronheiser) Weller and husband of Lillie D. (Heydt) Weller who died last May. He was a member of Huffs E-R Church. He is survived by two children, Minnie, wife of Paul Mest, Gilbertsville, and Henry H. Weller of Boyertown R. 3; 15 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the Schwenk Funeral Home, Boyertown. Continued services at Huff's Church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 14, 1956, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]
Howard B. Weller, 54, died on Sunday at his home, in Reading. A plasterer by occupation, he was a member of the Lutheran denomination. Surviving are his widow, Florence (Heller); his father, Fred Weller; a stepmother, Lizzie; two daughters, Lillian, wife of Francis Biffel, and Ellen, at home; a son, Clifford, of Washington, D.C.; a brother Harvey, Reading; five sisters, Gertrude Guinther, Berkshire Heights; Laura Reynolds, reading; Mabel Vollmer, this city; Lottie Kettler, Coopersburg; and Media Ravel, Glenside; and a stepsister, Eva Hoffman, Glenside.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 28, 1941, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]
Isaac Weller, East Greenville, night watchman at the plant of the Boyertown Burial Casket Co., died on Thursday morning in the Quakertown hospital, where he underwent an operation. He was aged 76 years, 2 months and 7 days. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 1.30 p.m., at his late residence, 525 Washington St., East Greenville. Further services and interment at Huff's Church. The deceased is survived by the following children: Calvin and Fred, Reading; Victor and Claude, Henningsville; Henry, Black Duck, Minn.; Arthur, Hosensack; Sarah, Pennsburg; Mrs. Alice Sterner, Emaus and Mrs. Emma Alles, New York. These brothers and sisters also survive: Fred, Ephriam and Cyrus, Glenside, Berks county; William, Bally; Wilson, Washington, D.C.; Daniel, Reading; Mrs. Milton Moyer, Huff's Church, and Mrs. Jacob Miller, West Lawn.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 23, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Aged Merchant Victim of Stroke
Joel H. Weller, Widely Known Throughout Berks County Dies in 81st Year
Joel H. Weller, oldest merchant of this borough, and one of the best known men in the county, died at 7:00 o'clock yesterday morning at his home, Philadelphia Avenue and Chestnut Street, this place. He was aged 80 years, 5 months and 3 days. Death was due to a stroke of paralysis which he suffered Sunday, Marcy 23.
Mr. Weller was born near Hill Church, Pike Township, October 29, 1849, a son of Gideon and Mary (Hartline), Weller. He attended the schools of his township for three months each winter, and this constituted a term. During the rest of the Winter months he assisted his father by threshing with the flail and chopping wood. In 1865 he learned the tailoring trade from John Stauffer, of Bechtelsville, and this he followed for 15 years in Boyertown, to which place he came in 1871. In 1869 he helped build the last lap of the Colebrookdale Branch of The Reading, from Bechtelsville to Barto, the terminus of the line.
On November 14, 1874, Mr. Weller married Miss Emma Bahr, daughter of Joshua and Elizabeth (Shaner) Bahr. For a time Mr. Weller worked as a tailor for Charles A. Mory, who succeeded Mrs. William Fegley in the general store business on Philadelphia Avenue. A partnership was formed by William Bahr and Mr. Weller under the firm name of Bahr & Weller and was continued from 1881-1895. The partnership was then dissolved and Mr. Weller continued the business until the time of his death. He continued his activity in the business to the very end being at the store on the night before he suffered the fatal stroke.
In 1889 Mr. Weller and his father purchased the tract of land on which was located the Weller homestead and thereon erected a Weller memorial. This monument was dedicated on August 24, 1890. A thousand people attended the exercises. Rev. Henry W. Warmkessel, who died suddenly last Thursday, a close friend of Mr. Weller's delivered the dedicatory [sic] address. At that service the first family reunion of the Weller clan was held. After nine annual reunions were held a Weller family association was organized on September 12, 1912, and Mr. Weller was elected president and was re-elected each succeeding year. Like Rev. Warmkessel, he was much interested in the construction of the pavilion and memorial at Hill Church and was one of the organizers of the cemetery association there. In Boyertown Mr. Weller was active in all civic affairs and church work and gave much to charity.
Mr. Weller was a consistent member of the Good Shepherd Reformed Church, this borough, where he served as deacon and elder. Formerly he was a member of Hill Church. In 1874 when the church at Boyertown was built, Mr. Weller collected $3,500 for its erection and rendered the church other valuable assistance. He narrowly escaped with his life at the time of the Boyertown Opera House fire, January 13, 1908, being the last to leave the building alive. He was confined to the house for months with burns received. Mr. Weller was a large-souled[sic], capable, energetic man, whose capacity for business and executive force was demonstrated when he carried through the erection of the new church home and the raising of the monument to the Weller family.
There survive his widow, Emma (Bahr), two daughters, Mamie B., wife of Thomas J. Gabel, vice president of the Boyertown Burial Casket Company; Olivia B., at home; also a brother, Lewis H., Hill Church; sister Amanda, wife of Abraham Kemp, of Landis Store, also these half-brothers and sisters: Lizzie, wife of Fred Weller, Glenside; Olivia, wife of Jonas Ackerman, Allentown; Alice, wife of William Heydt, Reading, Savilla, wife of George Simmons of New York; and James F. Weller, Boyertown, and five grandchildren, Emma May, Betty, Ruth, Kenneth and Elsie Gabel.
Funeral Saturday morning at 10:30 o'clock at the house. Services in Good Shepherd Reformed Church, Rev. G. G. Greenawald officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery this borough.
[Source: Pottstown News, April 1, 1930. Submitted by Betty.]
John Weller, an aged Civil War veteran, died at his home in East Macungie Friday after an illness due to old age. Mr. Weller was born in District township, Berks county, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Weller. He was aged seventy-seven years, seven months and twenty-two days. On October 27, 1862, Mr. Weller enlisted in Company H, 167th Regiment, Pennsylvania draughted militia, and was immediately mustered into service. He was discharged at Reading nine months later. Besides his widow, he is survived by these children and sisters: Peter and Ellsworth, at home; Mrs. H. Hoffman, Alburtis; Mrs. William Strunk, Pine Forge; Mrs. Minner, Maple Grove; Mrs. Isaac Gehris, East Macungie; Mrs. Fronheiser, Bechtelsville. Fifteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held on Thursday forenoon at 10 oclock. Services will be conducted at Huffs Reformed Church, Rev. James A. Blatt officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 27, 1915, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Dr. Joseph Weller, of Trexlertown, died on Sunday morning last, after an illness of some time with Bright's disease of the kidneys, aged 69 years. He was a native of Hereford tsp., Berks County, and at an early age became a dentist. He settled at Trexlertown about thirty years ago, and had a large practice. Thought not a regularly graduated physician, he also practiced medicine in a small way. Some ten or twelve years ago, he had a liver pill or pellet patented, and commencing the manufacture of it, it had a large sale all over the country, even in Canada. He is survived by his wife, nee Sarah Kern, a daughter of the late Jeremiah Kern, dec'd, of near Orefield, South Whitehall tsp., and four children Charles Weller, of Wilkesbarre, Rev. Harvey A. Weller, of Orwigsburg, and Misses Annie and Elsie Weller, who resided at home. The funeral will take place on Friday forenoon, Rev. B. E. Kramlich officiating.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 29, 1894, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]
Private funeral services were held for Lena E. (Schock) Weller, 84, wife of Henry H. Weller, of West Philadelphia Avenue in Colebrookdale, who died July 23 in her home. She was born in Morysville and was a homemaker. Weller was a member of the Pike Township Sportsman's Association in Pikeville. Surviving are two daughters, Shirley M. Wills of Coconut Creek, Fla., and Melanie A. Weller of Boyertown; three sons, Elwood L. Weller of Boyertown, Barry B. Weller of Barto and Ronald R. Weller of Boyertown. Also, one sister, Margaret V. Schock of Birdsboro; two brothers, Roland Schock and Lindy Schock, both of Boyertown; five grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by three brothers and two sisters. The arrangements were handled by the Morrell Funeral Home of Boyertown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, July 31, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Lillie D. (Heydt) Weller, 80, of Boyertown R. 1, near Landis Store, wife of Henry F. Weller, died Saturday night in Allentown Hospital, where she was admitted May 7. A native of Pike Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Percival and Elizabeth (Dierolf) Heydt. She was a member of Huffs Evangelical and Reformed Church. Besides her husband, she is survived by a daughter Minnie, wife of Paul mest, Gilbertsville, and a son, Henry H. Weller, of Boyertown R. 1; 15 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a sister, Olivia, wife of John F. Heyft, Pottstown, and two brothers, William, Sassamansville, and Wilson of Boyertown. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the Schwenk Funeral Home, Boyertown.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 28, 1956, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Martha E., wife of Victor P. Weller, of Alburtis, was instantly killed at the Shamrock station of the East Penn branch of the P. and R. railroad at 10.22 o'clock yesterday morning, when she was struck by a freight engine. Mrs. Weller was on her way to visit a sister at Shamrock at the time, and stepped directly into the path of the oncoming train, just after another had passed in the opposite direction. Mahlon Eck, who was standing nearby, realized that the woman failed to see the locomotive bearing down upon her, and vainly endeavored to attract her attention. She was thrown aside several feet, sustaining a fracture of the skull and bruises. The engine was No. 2017, with A. L. Martin of Harrisburg, as conductor. Deputy Coroner Roy E. Mabry ordered the body removed to the undertaking establishment of Schofer and Son, Topton, who prepared the body and removed it to her home. She was aged 46 years, 4 months and 1 day, and was born in District township, Berks county, daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. John Geist. She is survived by her husband; a son, Victor; the following brothers: Matthias, of Fogelsville; Daniel, unknown; Jonas, of Maple Grove; Robert, of Breinigsville; and these sisters, Mrs. John Moyer, of Shamrock; and Mrs. Allen Day, of Fredericksville. She was of the Reformed faith, a member of the Huffs church. The funeral arrangements will be announced later.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, January 2, 1927, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mary Louisa (nee Frey), widow of John F. Weller, died on Saturday afternoon at her late home, the residence of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. William Strunk, Temple, R.D., near the Maiden Creek pumping station. Mrs. Weller was aged 82 years, 8 months and 12 days. She was born in Hereford township, Berks county, the daughter of the late John and Maria (nee Frederick) Frey. She is survived by two daughters and a son: Mrs. Strunk, with whom she resided; Mrs. Howard Hoffman and Peter Weller, both of Alburtis. Fourteen grandchildren also survive the octogenarian. The funeral will be held on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock with all services at Huffs church and interment in the cemetery adjoining. Undertaker DeLong has charge of the remains.
[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday April 6, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
A graveside service will be held for Melba A. Weller, 58, of Villa St. Elizabeth, Reading, formerly of Ontelaunee Township, who died March 6 in Reading Hospital. Her husband, Earl L. Weller, died in 1993. Born in Amity Township, she was a daughter of Melvin H. Hoffman, Hamburg, and the late Mildred M. (Quinter) Hoffman. Weller had been employed as a folder by Cinderella Knitting Mills, Leesport, until her retirement. She was a member of Epler's United Church of Christ, Bern Township. Weller was a 1963 graduate of Schuylkill Valley High School. She is also survived by her stepmother, Shirley Hoffman, and a stepbrother. Graveside services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Leesport Cemetery. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, was in charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, March 10, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Graveside services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in Leesport Cemetery for Melba A. Weller of Villa St. Elizabeth, Reading, formerly of Ontelaunee Township, who died March 6 in Reading Hospital, where she was a patient since Feb. 26. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl L. Weller, who died March 17, 1993. Born in Amity Township, she was a daughter of Melvin H. Hoffman, Hamburg, and the late Mildred M. (Quinter) Hoffman. She graduated from Schuylkill Valley High School in 1963. Until her retirement, Weller was employed as a folder by Cinderella Knitting Mills, Leesport. She was a member of Epler's United Church of Christ, Bern Township. Surviving are her stepmother, Shirley Hoffman, and a stepbrother, James P. Miller, both of Hamburg. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, March 10, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Peter Weller, 90, of 588 Franklin St., Alburtis, a caretaker employed by Robert Butz of Alburtis for the past 30 years, died Thursday in his home. He was born in Landis Store, Berks County. There are no immediate survivors. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Calling hours will be 9:30 a.m. Monday until the time of services.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 5, 1971, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]
Phanus, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Weller, of Alburtis, died of pneumonia, aged 29 years. The funeral will be held Friday at Huff's Church. Deceased is survived by his parents and the following brothers and sisters, Mrs. Henry Mest and Mrs. Howard Hoffman, of Alburtis; Miss Leanda, of District, and Peter, Ellsworth and Alvin at home.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 7, 1900, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]
Philip Weller, aged 50 years, a laborer, was instantly killed, and Frank Miller, aged 40 years, engaged in the general hauling business, was probably fatally hurt at 2.20 o'clock yesterday, when they drove their automobile into a shifting engine at the Topton crossing of the P. & R. railroad. Both men are residents of Topton. The accident happened opposite the Topton House, and is said to have been due to the safety gates being up at the time, the men in the auto starting to cross the tracks thinking everything was safe. Weller was caught under the engine, which was running backwards. His body was badly mutilated. Miller, owner of the White truck, was thrown clear of the wreck, landing in a ditch beside the tracks. His auto was completely wrecked. The men were hauling ashes at the time of the accident. First aid treatment given to Miller after the accident revealed a broken arm and body bruises. He was taken to Reading on an engine and there admitted to a hospital for treatment. Weller is survived by a widow and five children. Miller has a wife and one son.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 8, 1920, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]
Death of Elisha Wells, Well Known Citizen of Robeson
Cast His First Vote for Zachary Taylor for President in 1848
Geigertown: Elisha Wells, a well-known citizen of Robeson township, died at his residence in Hay Creek Valley, in his 77th year of his age after a brief illness. He was confined to his room only about 1 month. Mr. Wells was born Dec. 12, 1826, in Robeson township. He was a son of the late William and Christiana Wells and the only remaining brother of a family of 10 children. Those preceding him in death were Charles B. Wells, of Reading; John Wells, of Geigertown; Samuel Wells, Caernarvon, and Mrs. Ann Fillman, wife of Samuel Fillman, of Reading. The surviving members of the Wells' family are: Emily Kulp, wife of David Kulp; of Pottstown; Ephraim Wells, a step-brother, of West Chester; Lydia, wife of George Killian, of Reading, and Jane, wife of George Goheen, a step-sister, of Caernarvon.
[Drawing, caption: ELISHA WELLS]
Mr. Wells was married in 1851 to Hannah Hoyer, which union was blessed with 5 children as follows: Morgan J. Wells, foreman at J. H. Sternbergh's, of Reading; George E. Wells, carpenter, of Robeson, and Jennie Buchanan, wife of Joseph Buchanan, residing in the old homestead.
Emily and William Wells died in their youth in 1876. Mr. Wells was reared upon the farm and in his early days worked upon the farms of Josiah Lewis, and James Scarlett, of Robeson, who were then among the leading men, and followers of the Quaker faith. When he attained the age of 18 he left the farm and went to learn the blacksmith trade with Henry Miller, at Geigertown. After living 1 year at Geigertown Mr. Miller located to Seideltown, where Mr. Wells completed his trade. He subsequently left Seideltown and worked for the P. & R. R. Co., at Pottstown and Daniel Linderman, at Port Union, Union township. He next connected himself with the E. & G. Brooke Iron Co., at Birdsboro, where he served a position acceptably several years. His next move was made when he bought the property in Robeson township and established a blacksmith shop, and carried on blacksmithing nearly 45 years. He worked at his trade up to about 1 year ago, when he was compelled, on account of failing health, to retire. Mr. Wells was a powerful man physically and possessed more than ordinary memory.
He was a great reader and always kept himself well posted respecting the current events of the day. In politics he was a staunch Republican and always took an active part in political campaigns and township affairs. It can be said of Mr. Wells that he never missed an election of any kind, since he became old enough to vote. He cast his first vote for Zachary Taylor as President of the United States. He was township school director of Robeson and held other minor offices. Mr. Wells was a man of excellent character, strong in his convictions and a good neighbor. He contributed his share toward all worthy movements. The last time Mr. Wells was able to leave his home was on Sept. 26, last, when he attended the farmers' picnic at Geigertown. His wife died almost 3 years ago. They enjoyed a companionship together of nearly 50 years. W. Scott Wells, of Reading, well known in railroad circles, now connected with the P. & R. Railway Co., is a nephew of the deceased.
The funeral will take place from his late residence, on Monday, Oct. 26, leaving the house at 10 o'clock. Interment and services at Harmony church. Undertakers E. A. Mauger & Son, of Birdsboro, will have charge.
[Source: Online Database [http://205.247.101.31:2005/index.php], State Library of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Scrap Book Necrology, Volume 75, p. 144 (PHAK 929.3748 P384mi). Submitted by Glenn.]
Among the local survivors of Helen E. (Weller) Wells, 75, Reading, who died Dec. 5 in Reading Hospital, is a sister, Erma (Weller) LePage, Greenfields.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, December 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Died. Wells - At her residence, 222 Tabor Rd, Olney, Philadelphia Co, on the 26th inst., Henrietta Platt, widow of Henry Wells. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her son Walter S Wells, 41 N. 8th, Reading, on Saturday afternoon at 2:00 pm. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans cemetery. Please omit flowers.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, February 27, 1913, p. 15. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]
Former Resident Dies
Mrs. Henrietta Platt Wells Was a Prominent Worker in First Presbyterian Church After an illness of more than three months, Mrs. Henrietta Platt Wells, widow of the late Henry Wells, died at the home of her son Rev. William Henry Wells, Olney, Philadelphia, on Wednesday evening, at 6:15 o'clock. Deceased was born in Philadelphia, and after her marriage came to Reading, where she made her home for more than 40 years. In recent years she had been residing with her eldest son in Olney.
Deceased was a member of First Presbyterian Church at Reading and was an active worker in the church and Sabboth school for many years. In her early years she was actively identified with the Young Men's Christian Association thru the Ladies Auxilliary.
She was survived by two sons: Rev. William Henry Wells, Philadelphia, and Walter Scott Wells, of this city. Services will be held in Reading at the home of her son, 41 N 8th Street on Saturday at 2 o'clock.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, February 27, 1913, p. 3. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]
Mrs. Ida Wells, aged 34 years, died at 11 o'clock on Thursday morning in the St. Joseph hospital, from consumption. She had been in the hospital four weeks. Deceased was a member of Christ Episcopal Church.
[Source: Reading Daily Times and Dispatch, April 11, 1902. Submitted by: Shawna.]
Services were held for James E. Wells Jr., 78, of South Street, Caernarvon Township, who died July 24 in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of florence L. (Miller) Wells. Born in Morgantown, Wells was employed for 23 years by Firestone Tire & Rubber Co., Pottstown, retiring in 1987. He was a member of Robeson Lutheran Church, Plowville. Wells was an Air Force veteran of World War II. He was a life member of the Friendship Fire Company, Morgantown. Wells is also survived by a son, Michael J., Orwigsburg, Schuylkill County. Other survivors include three sisters: Jane (Wells) Kurtz and Patricia (Wells) Hartman, both of Morgantown, and Josephine (Wells) Hershey, Norristown; and one grandaughter. He was predeceased by a son, Mitchell Jr, in 2000. Burial was in Robeson Lutheran Cemetery, Plowville. The Labs Funeral Home Inc., Honey Brook, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, July 30, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Committal services will be held Friday at noon in the Topton cemetery at Topton for Charles Weltmer, formerly Reading resident, who died at his home in New York city yesterday. Rev. Frank D. Slifer will officiate. Weltmer is survived by his wife, the former Irene Moll; one son, Jack Weltmer, stationed in London with the U.S. Army and a grandson.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 8, 1944, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Irene Weltmer of 1223 Lehigh St., Allentown, was pronounced dead on arrival at Allentown Hospital last night after collapsing in her home. She was 80.
Mrs. Weltmer was the widow of Charles C. Weltmer. She moved to Allentown six years ago, having previously resided in New York City.
Born in Topton, Mrs. Weltmer was a daughter of the late Levi and Mary Ann (Greisemer) Moll.
Surviving are two grandchildren.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. There will be no viewing.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 1, 1960, page 27. Submitted by Jerri.]