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Wendell, Arlene C.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Arlene C. Wendell, of East Weis Street, Topton, who died June 18 in Kutztown Manor, where she had resided since June 13. Burial was in Topton Cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, Harrison J. Wendell, who died May 7, 1985. Born in Topton, she was a daughter of the late William F. and Helen C. (Reinert) Rauenzahn. She was employed from 1956 to 1980 as a cafeteria worker in the Brandywine Heights Area School District. Wendell was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton. Surviving are a son, Barry A. Wendell, at home; a daughter, Margo A. (Wendell) Radcliffe, Mertztown; two grandchildren; and three great-grandsons.

Wendling, Edward

Edward Wendling died at his residence in Kutztown of apoplexy, aged 74 years and 6 months. He had a slight attack last September, but had partially recovered. On April 10, he suffered another attack, from which he died. He is survived by his widow, Kate (nee Ziegler), and the following children: Mrs. Amandus F. DeLong, Kutztown; Kate M., at home; Mrs. John A. Fenstermacher, Reading; Frank R. Gibraltar, and Mrs. Benneville R. Miller, Reading. A brother, Tilghman, of East Greenville, and two sisters, Mrs. Michael Goetted, of Perkasie, and Mrs. Oliver Snyder, of Allentown, and eight grandchildren also survive. Funeral on Saturday at Mertztown church at 1.15 p.m., and interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. F. K. Bernd, of Kutztown, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 21, 1911, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wendling, Eliza (nee Schubert)

Eliza, widow of the late Henry Wendling, died at the State hospital for the Insane, at Norristown, on Tuesday morning, June 1. Mrs. Wendling, who had been residing at Macungie, for several years past, became violently insane several week sago, and on May 17, she was taken to the Norristown Asylum. She was 64 years of age on February 19, and was the daughter of William Schubert, who for many years was justice of the peace, surveyor, and organist at Long Swamp Church. He was also a tombstone cutter. Her husband died five years ago. She is survived by four children: Frederick and Eva, of Macungie; William, of Litzenberg, and Maggie, of Mertztown. She is survived by the following brothers and sisters: William Schubert, Milton Schubert, Eddie Schubert, and Mrs. Samuel biery, of Allentown; Henry S. Schubert, of Scranton, Pa.; Harvey Schubert, of Altoona, Pa.; Mrs. William Keiser, of Springfield, Illinois; Mrs. Martha Walbert, of Longswamp; Mrs. Anna Naze and Ella, also married.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 2, 1909, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wendling, Eliza (nee Schubert)

Eliza, widow of Henry S. Wendling, did not survive long after being placed in the asylum at Norristown two weeks ago. She died Tuesday morning. Her condition when she was taken away from her home here at the time was not favorable for the recovery of her mental faculties and she became worse later. Undertaker Levi Funk brought the remains to her late home yesterday. Services will be held and burial made at the Longswamp church on Saturday afternoon. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate. Funeral cortege will leave with 1.57 train for above place. Deceased was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, and brought her age to 64 years, 3 months and 12 days. She was a daughter of the late William Schubert and his wife, Sarah, a born Zepp. Her husband preceded her in death a number of years ago. These children survive: Maggie, of Mertztown; William, of Litzenberg; Fred and Eva, at home here. These brothers and sisters also survive: Wm., Milton and Edwin Schubert and Mrs. Rosa Biery, of Allentown; Harvey Schubert, of Altoona; Henry Schubert, of Scranton; Mrs. Sarah Keiser, of Springfield, Ill.; Mrs. Ella Davenport, of Camden, N.J.; Mrs. Martha Walbert, of Longswamp, and Mrs. Anna Naze, of Norristown. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral without further notice.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, June 3, 1909, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wendling, Elizabeth

Mrs. Elizabeth Wendling, widow of Benjamin Wendling, died at 10 minutes past 7 o'clock Monday morning at the home of her son-in-law, Henry A. Gehman, No. 1732 Chew street. She had been ill for the past 10 days. A stroke of apoplexy was the direct cause of death. Mrs. Wendling was seventy-nine years, eight months and twenty-one days of age. She was born at Longswamp, Berks county. Her husband died eight years ago in Alburtis. Since that time she made her home here. Six children survive: Mrs. Louisa Shankweller, Reading; Mrs. Harvey Lauer, Lansing, Mich.; Mrs. Henry A. Gehman, Allentown; Walter, Allentown; Wilson, Allentown; Hiram, Philadelphia. There also survives twenty grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Mrs. Wendling was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Lehigh church. The funeral will be held on Friday with services in the church, Rev. Kerschner officiating. Burial will be made in the cemetery adjoining. The remains can be viewed Thursday from 7 to 8.30 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 16, 1915, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wendling, James F.

James F. Wendling, a long-time resident of the St. Peter's church section of Macungie, died yesterday at 2:15 p.m. in the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Eckley Edelman, 615 W. Union St., Fullerton. He was in his 93rd year. A native of Longswamp township, Berks county, he was a son of the late Henry and Catherine (nee Nuss) Wendling. As a youth, he was employed in a stationary engineer's capacity by various iron ore mines in this vicinity. With their closing, he turned to truck farming. He had been in retirement for the last 20 years. Mr. Wendling was a member of the Salem Bible church, Upper Milford township, and was of the Lutheran faith. He had been ill since spring, last year, and had been bedfast for the past 11 weeks. Mr. Wendling was twice married. His first wife, the former Melinda Walter, died 51 years ago. His second, Lille (Schlegel) Wendling, died 12 years ago. Survivors include three sons, Frank E. Wendling, Macungie R. 1, and Robert W. and George L. Wendling, Macungie; one daughter, Pearl M., wife of Eckley Edelman, Fullerton; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Wendling was preceded in death by eight children. He is the last of a family of ten.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 4, 1949, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wendling, John H.

John H. Wendling, a foreman at L. F. Grammes & Sons, Inc., where he had been employed 30 years, died suddenly of a heart attack at 8 o'clock Sunday morning at home, 1524 Allen St., Allentown. He was in his 56th year. Mr. Wendling was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of James Wendling and the late Melinda (Walter) Wendling. He was a member of Salem Lutheran church, near Shimerville. Surviving are his wife, Grace M. (Riegel) Wendling; his father, at Macungie R.F.D.; two sons, Paul and Ralph, both of Allentown; one grandson, Gerald Wendling and the following brothers and sister: Frank Wendling of Seisholtzville; Mrs. Eckley Edelman of Fullerton, Robert wendling of Macungie R.F.D., and George Wendling of Emmaus. Funeral services will be held at the home Thursday at 2 p.m. Interment in Greenwood cemetery.

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

Wendling, Wilson

Falling from the top of a load of hay, Wilson Wendling, aged 50 years, broke his neck and was instantly killed, on the farm of Reuben Butz, between Lehigh Church and Shamrock, yesterday afternoon. How Wendling happened to fall is not known. The wagon was standing in the field, and he was assisting in the loading hay onto it, when he must have lost his balance and toppled to the ground, striking on the back of his head, his neck was broken, and death was instantaneous. Wendling was employed by William Kratzer, who operates the farm for Butz, the owner. He was a widower, and the only support of his parents, both of whom are over eight years of age, and reside about a mile from Alburtis. Besides his parents, the deceased is survived by two sisters, residing at Shamrock, and three brothers, one residing at Reading, one at Northampton and one at Coplay, among them, Mrs. Milton Reinhard, of Shamrock, Benjamin Wendling, of Northampton, and Menno, or Reading. He resided with his parents in Longswamp township, Berks county.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 10, 1907, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wenger, Joseph B.

Joseph B. Wenger, 74, died Sunday at 5 p.m. in his residence at 516 Gregg St., Shillington. He was the husband of Violet M. (Davidheiser) Wenger. Born in Terre Hill, Lancaster County, he was a son of the late Joseph E. and Bessie L. (Frankhouser) Wenger. Wenger was employed 43 years as a salesman for Luppold Heating and Air Conditioning, Bern Township, retiring in 1988. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Wenger was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Shillington. He is also survived by a daughter, Gwen L. (Wenger) Brooks, Reading. Other survivors include a grandson. He was predeceased by a son, Michael J. Wenger. Services and burial will be private. The Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, is in charge of arrangements.

Wenger, Mary T.

Services were held for Mary T. Wenger, 83, formerly of Butter Lane, Exeter Township, who died December 22 in Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where she had been a resident for more than seven years. She was the wife of Ray A. Wenger. Wenger was born in Reading. Wenger is also survived by two daughters, Dolores D. (Wenger) Richards, Newark, Del., and Dianne M. (Wenger) East-Decoursey, Hockessin, Del.; and three sons; Barry R., Sedona, Ariz.; William P., Bernville; and Jerome A., Sinking Spring. There are also four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Bean Funeral Home Inc., Exeter Township, handled the arrangements.

Wengert, Ellen Nora (nee Hollenbach)

Ellen Nora Hollenbach, wife of Robert M. Wengert and daughter of John W. Hollenbach and wife, Emma P. Smith, born Oct. 8, 1887, U. Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co., Pa., was baptized Nov. 20, 1887, by Rev. Finfrock, and confirmed Nov. 16, 1902, by Rev. O. E. Pflueger in Zion Church, Strausstown. On April 5, 1909, she was married to Robert M. Wengert by Rev. O. E. Pflueger, and died on Thursday, Dec. 3, 1931, in the Reading Hospital, at an age of 44 years, 1 month and 25 days, being survived by her husband, one son, her parents, two brothers and one sister. Her funeral took place on Dec. 8, with services in the Schucker Funeral Home, Rehrersburg, and Zion Church, Strausstown, where interment was made.

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

Wengert, Jonathan

WENGERT - IN Shillington, on the 7th inst., Jonathan Wengert, aged 61 years 5 months 23 days. Relatives and friends, also Maine Chamber Knights of Friendship, of Mohnton, and Court Wyomissing, No. 130 F. of A., are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, in Shillington, Monday at 8 p.m. at the house. Further services on Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock at Center Church, Lancaster County. Interment in Center Church Cemetery.

Wengert, Mary

Wengert - In Penn, January 5th, Mary, daughter of William and Lydia Wengert, aged 5 years and 9 months.

Wenner, Jas.

Wenner -- In Macungie, January 12th, Jas. Wenner, aged 51 years, 5 months and 22 days.

Wenner, Louisa E.

Louisa E., wife of Victor W.L. Wenner, No. 1322 Gordon street, died at 3:30 o'clock Saturday afternoon at her home of complications, aged forty-six years. She had been ill for some time. She was a native of Topton, a daughter of Amanda Trexler, nee Fenstermacher and the late Jonas Trexler. The family came to this city twenty-three years ago. Besides the husband and mother, one daughter, Bertha, wife of Edwin L. Albright, of this city, three brothers, Edwin, Henry and Fred, of Topton, and one sister, Mrs. Reuben Fretz, of Mertztown, survive. Private funeral services will be held from the late home tomorrow afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Interment in Greenwood cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 24, 1918, p. 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wenner, Tilara (nee Moll)

Mrs. Tilara Wenner, widow of Aaron Wenner, died yesterday at 1.15 p.m., at the age of 86, at her home, No. 32 South Sixth street, where she resided with her daughter, Mrs. Victor Kramer. Her husband preceded her to the grave 14 years ago. The deceased was born in Hereford township, Berks county. The deceased resided at the base of the Lehigh Mountain, beyond Dr. Yost's farm in Salisbury, for 67 years. When she became too feeble, she made her home with her daughter, Mrs. Kramer, six months ago. They had 13 children of whom eight are dead. The surviving are: Mrs. Victor E. Kramer, Allentown; Mrs. Amandas Creamer, of Beverly, N.J.; Mrs. Nathan Hottenstein, of Salisbury; Milton Wenner and Edwin C. Wenner, of Dayton, Ohio. Mrs. Wenner was an active member of Zion Reformed church, having attended services there since she was nine years of age. She was a model Christian woman and was highly esteemed by all who knew her. There are thirty-four grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren. One grandson, John Wenner, of St. Charles, Ill., was here to visit her four weeks ago. She is the last of her family, the Moll family. Her brother, John Moll, who died in 1911, was the smallest man in the county, being only 3 feet 6 inches tall. He lived to be 82. The funeral will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. from her late home with further services in Zion's church. Burial in Union cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 20, 1918, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wenrich, Adam

Robesonia, June 1, 1939 - Adam Wenrich died last evening at his home, 442 West Penn Avenue, this borough, aged 70 years. He was a son of the late Josiah and Elizabeth (Koch) Wenrich, and was a member of St. Daniel's Lutheran Church. Surviving are his widow, Alice (Coleman) Wenrich; these children: Mabel, wife of Earl labe; Walter and Tillie Wenrich; Nora, wife of Frank Ludwig; Riley, Allen and Catherine Wenrich, all of this borough; six grandchildren; two brothers, Samuel Wenrich, of Bernville, and Levi Wenrich, of Sinking Spring. Funeral on Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Lamm Funeral Home in Wernersville, where services will be conducted by the Rev. Harry P. Miller. Interment in St. Daniel's Church Cemetery.

Wenrich, Daniel

Wenrich - Near Wernersville, May 20th, Daniel Wenrich, son of Mathias and Sophia Wenrich, aged 78 years, 10 months and 20 days.

Wenrich, Elizabeth (nee Rader)

Wenrich - In Robesonia, Elizabeth (Rader) Wenrich, wife of Jacob Wenrich, age 73 years, 9 months and 24 days.

Wenrich, Esther M.

Esther M. Wenrich, 94, formerly of West Reading, died May 20 at 3:15 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, where she had resided since Dec. 20. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of the late Thomas C. and Annie A. (Dunkelberger) Wenrich. Wenrich had been employed for 35 years as a registered nurse by the Reading School District, retiring in 1972. She was a graduate of West Reading High School and the Reading Hospital School of Nursing. Wenrich is survived by several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. John's (Hain's) Church Cemetery, Lower Heidelberg Township. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Wenrich, Hannah

Wenrich - In Robesonia, September 23d, Hannah Wenrich, wife of Samuel Wenrich, aged 67 years and 8 months.

Wenrich, Hannah Amanda

Wenrich -- In Jefferson, September 2d, Hannah Amanda, daughter of Isaac H. and Rebecca Wenrich, aged 17 years, 5 months and 19 days.

Wenrich, Harvey O.

Harvey O. Wenrich of 518 Hill street, passed away Thursday evening at his home of a complication of diseases, aged 44 years, 6 months and 16 days. He was a member of Washington Camp No. 11, P.O.S. of A. There survive his wife, Myrtle M. nee Bricker; five brothers, Reuben, of Elizabeth, Pa.; Frank, of Reading; Lyman, of Lititz; Uriah, of Harrisburg and Levy, of Williamstown; three sisters, Mrs. Robert Bowman, of Spring Glen; Mrs. Arthur Bowers, of New Cumberland and Miss Elizabeth Wenrich, of Tremont, and a half brother, David Williams, of Good Springs. Funeral services will be held on Monday evening at eight o'clock at his late home 518 Hill street, this city. Continued services will be conducted Tuesday forenoon at eleven o'clock at the resident ofhis brother, Frank A. Wenrich, 102 West Doughlass street, Reading, and interment will be made in Allunbach cemetery, Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 26, 1930, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wenrich, Howard William

Wenrich -- Near Wernersville, September 9th, Howard William son of Henry M. and Amanda Wenrich, aged 4 months and 1 day.

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

Wenrich, James E.

James E. Wenrich, 76, died at the home of a daughter, 125 W. Robeson St., Robesonia. He was a son of the late Mr. & Mrs. Elijah Wenrich. Surviving are these children, Iva, wife of William Froelich, with whom he resided; Raymond and Elkannah, Robesonia; a foster son, Ralph McCook, Robesonia; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild and one sister, Mrs. James Murray, of Reading. Funeral Tuesday, 1:30, from the Lamm Funeral Home. Interment in St. Daniel's Cemetery.

Wenrich, Mary A.

Mary A., widow of George Wenrich, 1431 Weidman street, Lebanon, died Tuesday night at the Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, after an illness of five days. Her death was due to Pneumonia. She is survived by one son and seven daughters. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Lebanon, from which place the funeral will be held Friday afternoon at 3:15.

Wenrich, Mary Ann

Wenrich -- In Jefferson, September 9th, Mary Ann, daughter of D.S. and Caroline Wenrich, aged 3 years and 10 months.

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

Wenrich, Paul

Wenrich - In Bernville, September 29th, Paul Wenrich, (formerly Commissioner of Berks county,) and husband of Salome Lies, aged 67 years and 17 days.

Wenrich, Rufus

Rufus Wenrich, son of Thomas and Esther (Yoder) Wenrich, was born March 18, 1865, in North Heidelberg township. On June 10, 1892 he married Susan McAllister, who preceded him in death. He died July 14, 1929, aged 64y3m26d, survived by six sons: Paul, Luke, Ralph, George, Roy and John, and by a daughter Amelia (Mrs. Joshua) Unger. A brother and a sister also survive. Service at the house.

Wenrich, Salome

Wenrich - In Bernville, May 2d, Solome Wenrich, wife of Paul Wenrich, aged 62 years, 11 months and 19 days.

Wenrich, Samuel

Wenrich - In Robesonia, May 25th, Samuel Wenrich, aged 72 years, 5 months and 16 days.

Wenrich, Samuel E.

Wernersville, Oct. 9, 1940 - Samuel E. Wenrich, 78, retired farmer, died at his home, near here, aged 78 years. He was a son of the late Franklin J. and Sarah R. (Klopp) Wenrich. His wife, Sallie (Hain), died several years ago. Surviving are nine children, Laura, wife of Frank Klinedinst of Duncannon R.D.; George, of Boston; Bertha, widow of Ralph Miller, Washington, D.C.; Edward, at home; Kathryn, wife of George Freeman, of Reading; Luther, of Robesonia; Alfred, of Reinholds R.D.; Josephine, of Washington, D.C. and Marguerite, of Washington, D.C.; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, John F., of Chicago, and Paul A., of Reading, and a sister, Bertha A., wife of Hyla Troutman, of Springmont. Funeral services Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the Lamm Funeral Home, this borough, with the Rev. J.W. Lazarus officiating. Burial in Hain's Cemetery.

Wenrich, Walter M.

Walter M. Wenrich, 86, of East Cocalico Township, Lancaster County, died June 20 at 5:55 p.m. in Landis Homes Retirement Community, Manheim Township, Lancaster County, where he had been a patient for six weeks. Born in South Heidelberg Township, he was a son of the late Charles and Mary (Ruth) Wenrich. Wenrich had been employed for 41 years as a tool maker by the Parish Structural Products Division of Dana Corp., Reading, retiring Jan. 31, 1982. He was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Denver, Lancaster County, serving on the consistory. Wenrich is also survived by a son, Martin L., Leola, Lancaster County. Other survivors include a sister, Ruth (Wenrich) Miller, Wernersville; and two brothers, Franklin, Wyomissing, and Richard, Wernersville. There are also eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be private. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery Annex, Denver. The Roseboro Funeral Home, Denver, is in charge of arrangements.

Wenrich, William Milton

Wenrich - Near Robesonia, July 1st, William Milton, son of Thomas and Hettie Wenrich, aged 2 years, 9 months and 24 days.

Wenrich, William P.

Private services were arranged by the Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Wernersville, for William P. Wenrich, 74, formerly of Myerstown and Robesonia, who died April 3 in his Main Street, Mohrsville residence. He was the husband of Mabel J. (Wenrich) Wenrich. Born in Heidelberg Township, he was a son of the late Clayton M. and Elsie (Putt) Wenrich. Until retiring in 1999, he was employed in the maintenance department by Burkhart Refractoring, Schubert. He was previously employed as a maintenance mechanic by Exide Battery, Muhlenberg Township, for 23 years. He was a Marine Corps. veteran. Wenrich was a former assistant of Boy Scout Troop 479, Robesonia. Also surviving are a son, Colin C. Wenrich, Mohrsville; and three daughters: Iris F. (Wenrich) Keeley, Gloucester, Va., Ione F. (Wenrich) Wickel, Hamburg; and Ivy F. Wenrich, Fleetwood. There are also eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by twin infant children, Karl K. and Karen E., who died in 1956.

Wentling, John D.

John D. Wentling, 81, Reading, formerly of Allentown, died Friday morning at St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading, after being hospitalized six weeks. Son of the late Jonas and Rebecca Wentling, he is survived by three sons and a daughter: David, harry, Edward and Rebecca, all of Reading, and a sister, Mrs. Kathie Hartman, Allentown. His wife and a daughter Molly preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, 8:30 a.m., in the Dougherty Funeral Home, 9 S. 10th St., Reading, and mass will follow the services at 9:00 a.m., St. Paul's Catholic Church, Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 4, 1956, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wentling, Peter S.

Peter S. Wentling, 74, a retired blacksmith, died at 8:52 a.m. Thursday in the Allentown hospital, where he has been a patient since December. For the nine months preceding his hospitalization, he was a gust at the County home. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, Mr. Wentling was the son of Simon and Hannah, nee Bleiler, Wentling. He spent most of his life in Lehigh county, and was of the Lutheran faith. His wife, the former Mary Ann Newhard, died seven years ago. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Irwin J. Walbert of Northampton and Mrs. Jerome Deily of Catasauqua. A grandson also survives. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 4 p.m. in the Schisler Funeral home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, with interment in Mickley's cemetery. Rev. Harvey T. Sell will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 19, 1943, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wentling, Mrs. Simon

Mrs. Simon Wentling, who died on Thursday, November 7, of general debility at the home of her daughter, at Eschbach, was almost a lifelong resident of Longswamp, living near Schlossberg school house, between Shamrock and Alburtis. Just a few weeks ago, Mr. and Mrs. Wentling left their old home on account of infirmities of age to live with their daughter. Interment took place at Longswamp church on Tuesday. The services were begun at Eschbach at 8.30 o'clock. Rev. William F. Bond officiated.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 13, 1907, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wentzel, Aaron F.

Aaron F Wentzel, a former resident of this city, died last night in Wernersville, aged 81 years. He was a member of St. John's Reformed Church. His wife, Maggie Brown, died in 1915.

Surviving are several children, Mary wife of Charles Dietrich, of Arizona, George, of Frush Valley; Minnie wife of Harry Ehman; William A. and Mrs. Ida Quimby, all of this city, and John Wentzel and Laura, wife of Charles Cheeseman, both of West Lawn; 25 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren, and two sisters, Mrs. Sarah A. Peiffer, and Mrs. Ida M. Fisher, both of this city.

Funeral services Monday at 2 p.m. in the home of his son, William A. Wentzel, 1241 Spring St., with the Rev. Thomas A. Leinbach officiating. Funeral Directors F. F. Seidel, Inc. have charge.

Wentzel, Amanda (nee Hafer)

After an illness of four years, Amanda E. (nee Hafer), wife of Daniel D. Wentzel. Of Stony Creek, died of diabetes at 5:20 p.m. Thursday, while visiting the home of her son, Clayton W. Wentzel. At Pennside. She was in her 64th year. Deceased was a member of the Reformed Congregation at Spies' Church. There remain besides her husband, three sons, Clayton W., Pennside; Mahlon and Herbert, Stony Creek; four brothers, Benjamin, Boyertown; Samuel, Angelica; Mahlon and James, of Reading and one grandson. The body was removed to the home of the deceased.

Wentzel, Amelia

Wentzel - In Reading, January 26th, Amelia, daughter of John and Mary Wentzel, aged 10 years, 5 months and 17 days.

Wentzel, Amos F.

Stony Creek Mills, March 7 Amos F. Wentzel died suddenly at 2 o'clock this morning at his home in Lower Alsace Twp., near this place, aged 66 years, 2 months and 12 days. There survive his widow, Hannah; these children, Sadie, wife of Franklin Fick; Lillie, wife of George Reich, and Mary, wife of John W. Sauer, all of the place; Sarah, wife of Henry Reich, Wyomissing; Daniel B., and Charles, both of this place; 23 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; these brothers and sisters, Reuben and Jacob, both of this place; Edward, Fleetwood; Mary, wife of Henry Lorah, Wyomissing; Rose, widow of John Diener, Reading, and Miss Sallie Wentzel, who resided with him. He was a member of the Reindeers, the Owls, the Elm Leaf Gun Club and of Spies Reformed Church.

Funeral on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from the home. Further services in Spies Church, Rev. M. L. Herbein officiating. Interment in adjoining cemetery, in charge of Funeral Director John F. Lutz & Son, of St. Lawrence.

Wentzel, Amos H.

Stoney Creek Mills, July 20-Amos H. Wentzel, 87, retired Lower Alsace Twp. farmer, died at 6:20 o'clock last night at his home.

Mr. Wentzel was a son of the late Daniel and Mary (Hoffman) Wentzel. He was a member of Spies Reformed Church and St. Lawrence Castle No. 463, Knights of the Golden Eagle, being the oldest member of the latter. His wife Susan Schildt Wentzel, died Nov. 4, 1933.

Surviving are 10 children: George, Pottsville; Charles, Norristown; Calvin, Reading; Harry, Spring Valley; Thomas, this place; Edward, Temple; Katie, wife of Elias Hinnershitz, this place; Sue, Reading; Carrie, at home, and Jennie, widow of Sylvester Weaver, Reading; also 39 grandchildren, and a sister, Marie, widow of Daniel Tobias, Reading.

Funeral services will be held at Lutz funeral home on Wednesday at 2 p.m., the Rev. M L Herbein officiating. Interment will be in Spies cemetery.

Wentzel, Augustus L.

Augustus L. Wentzel, one of the best known truck farmers in the state, died of a complication of diseases at his home in Alsace Twp., at 7:22 Sunday morning after a long illness. His age was 72 years and 14 days. He was one of the most highly respected residents of the township, where he conducted a truck farm for the past 43 years, first as manager for his father, from whose estate he later purchased the farm.

Mr. Wentzel was the son of Jesse B. and Sarah Wentzel (nee Lindemuth) and was born and reared on the farm which he conducted. For 20 years he had charge of the farm of his father as manager, filling same capacity for another year in the interests of the estate, and from that time till his death as owner. He was an active Republican in politics, but never sought a public office, and his three-year term as township auditor was thrust upon him through a trick of his friends, who placed his name on the ballot unknown to him and elected by a large marjority. He served as deputy township policeman for 10 years.

Attended Market on Penn Square. Mr. Wentzel was well known as a market man. Before the Civil War he attended the markets on Penn Square, in the days when the farmers sold their good right off the wagon. Later, when the Bingaman street market was built, he purchased the first four stands in the new market and conducted them ever since. He raised all he sold and had the reputation of having one of the finest truck farms in the state. It lies along the Stony Creek trolley line, just opposite Pennside. This farm is supplied with a natural spring, and also uses water supplied by the Mt. Penn Suburban Water Company.

Mr. Wentzel was a member of Schwarzwald Lutheran Church, and took an active interest in its affairs. His life was overshadowed for many years by a serious accident, which he never forgot. This was a fire which destroyed a small building near his house on April 19, 1885, and took with it the lives of Charles and Harry, and two workmen named Hettinger, who were asleep at the time. The incident was never forgotten by Mr. Wentzel.

Mr. Wentzel was married twice. His first wife was Hettie G., daughter of Reuben and Angeline Price, of Jacksonwald, who died in 1889. She was the mother of nine children, four of whom survive. He was married later to Miss Amanda Weidner, daughter of William and Emma Weidner, to which three children were born. Mr. Wentzel is survived by his widow, Amanda (nee Weidner), and the following children: Ella, widow of Amos Welder; Rosa P., wife of Samuel F. Eisenbrown; Anna, widow of John Koch, and Sallie, wife of Charles S. Yeager, all of Alsace Twp.; Jessie, Augustus and Amy , all at home. Also by two sisters, Emma, wife of Harrison S. Hinnershitz, Mt. Penn, and Malinda, wife of Albert Borket, Reading. There are 18 grandchildren. Undertaker Lutz, of Esterly, has charge.

Wentzel, Calvin D.

Calvin D. Wentzel, 63, of 534 South 14 � St., died last night at his home. A son of the late Jacob F. and Deborah (DeHart) Wentzel, he was a carpenter contractor and was last employed at the Reading Army Air Field. He was a member of the Reformed Denomination. A brother Robert Wentzel died on September 8, this year.

Surviving are his widow, Bertha (Kurath) Wentzel; four daughters; Louise, in the WAC, stationed in FL; Janet, wife of Richard C. Lesher, and Laurabell, wife of J. William Lutz, both at home, and Deborah, wife of Bernard Cassel, Mt. Penn; three sons; Wilbur, Reading; Sergeant Louis, medical corps, stationed at Fort Lewis, WA, and Calvin Jr., radioman third class in the submarine service; six grandchildren; three brothers; William and Jacob both of Stony Creek Mills; and the Rev. Fred D. Wentzel, Philadelphia; and three sisters; Eva, wife of Charles Griffith, and Laura, wife of Martin L Hill, both of Stony Creek Mills, and Mrs. Cora Levan, Atlantic City, NJ.

Services Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in the Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. D. U. Drunkenmiller officiating. Burial in Forest Hills Memorial Park.

Wentzel, Charles B.

Charles B. Wentzel, 75, died last night in his home in Alsace Twp., Reading R D 4. Born in Temple, he was a son of the late Amos and Hannah (Bingaman) Wentzel. He was a retired stone mason contractor and a member of Zion (Spies) United Church of Christ; Stony Creek Athletic Assn., Pike Twp., Sportsman's Assn., Lower Alsace Community, Stonersville, Alsace Manor and Oley fire companies.

His wife Ida (Baum), died Jul 12, 1965. Surviving are a daughter Bertha M., wife of Vincent A McCartan, Reading R D 4; a brother and two sisters; Daniel Pennside; Lilli, wife of George Reich Sr., and Maggie, wife of John Sauer, both of Reading R D4.

Services will be held Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. Merrill Q. Ressler officiating. Burial will be made in Spies Zion Cemetery.

Wentzel, Charles E.

Charles E. Wentzel, 74, Earl Township, died Dec. 4 at 3:50 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Nov. 23. He was the husband of Doris V. (Bechtel) Wentzel. Born in Oley Township, he was a son of the late Floyd A. and Mabel (Prutzman) Wentzel. Wentzel had been employed for 12 years as a groundskeeper by the Boyertown School District, retiring in 1991. He was a member of Friedens United Church of Christ, Oley. Wentzel was a 1949 graduate of Oley Valley High School. He was a Navy veteran. Wentzel was a life member of the Oley Fire Company, Pike Township Sportsman's Association and Friendship Hook & Ladder Company, Boyertown. He is also survived by two sisters, N. Arlene (Wentzel) Geisler, Boyertown, and Eleanor M. (Wentzel) Gehringer, Rockland Township. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley. Burial will be in Oley Union Cemetery, Spangsville.

Wentzel, Chester A. Sr.

Chester A. Wentzel Sr., 89, of 2702 Penn Ave., West Lawn, died early this morning in the Community General Hospital, where he had been a patient two days. Born in Mount Penn, a son of the late Augustus and Amanda (Nein) Wentzel, he was preceded in death by his wife, Amy S. (Hartman) Wentzel, on Jun 12 1955.

A life member of Mount Olivet Lodge No. 704, F&AM, Lebanon, Mr. Wentzel was also affiliated with the Mohnton, Gouglersville and West Wyomissing fire companies.

Surviving are a daughter, Geraldine, wife of Russell Collins, Claremont, CA; a son Chester A. Jr. at Home; three grandchildren and a brother, Robert Palmyra.

Services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. in the Kroninger Funeral Home, Mohnton, the Rev. James A. Killian officiating. Burial will be made in Wyomissing Cemetery, Gouglersville.

Wentzel, Daniel B.

Daniel B. Wentzel, 89, formerly of 543 Friedensburg Rd., Pennside, died this morning in his Oley R.D. 1 residence. Born in Lower Alsace Twp., a son of the late Amos and Hannah (Bingaman) Wentzel, he was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Mount Penn; Goodwill Fire Co., Hyde Park, and the Fraternal Order of Orioles. Mr. Wentzel was a self employed stonemason until his retirement.

Surviving are two sisters, Lillie A., widow of George Reich, Reading and Maggie, wife of John Sauers, Reading R D 4.

Services will be held Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. in the J. E. Lutz Jr. Funeral Home, Mount Penn. Burial will be made in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Twp.

Wentzel, Daniel C.

Daniel C. Wentzel, 67, of1253 N. 10th St., died last night in the Community General Hospital. A son of the late Reuben Wentzel, he had been employed by the Buck Electric Co., before retiring.

A member of St. Thomas United Church of Christ. Wentzel also was affiliated with the Eagles' Mountain Home; Lodge 163, Patriotic Order Sons of America, and Local 743, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, AFL-CIO.

Surviving are his widow, Helen A. (Rapp) Wentzel; a brother Warren of York, and a sister, Mrs. Cora Slater, Reading.

Services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. in the Gibson & Sanders Funeral Home, the Rev. R. Howard Paine officiating. Burial will follow in Spies Zion Cemetery.

Wentzel, Edwin W.

Edwin W. Wentzel, 87, died last night in his residence, 937 Muhlenberg St. A native of Boyertown, he had been chief engineer of the former Reading Iron Co. prior to his retirement, and had been an employee of that firm for 60 years. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical and Reformed Church; Wyomissing Council of the Royal Arcanum and the Order of Red Men. His wife Rosie (Stein) Sassaman Wentzel, died nine years ago.

The last of his immediate family. Wentzel is survived by a step-son Rosswell Sassaman, Reading.

Services will be held Tuesday at 1: 30 p.m. in the Gibson Funeral Home. The Rev. Norman W. Shollenberger officiating. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Wentzel, Elmer I.

Elmer I. Wentzel, 93, formerly of 414 Marshall Drive, Shillington, died Thursday night at 6:30 in the Fairmount Care Center, Ephrata, where he was a guest one month.

Wentzel had been employed 20 years as station engineer by Luden's Inc., retiring in 1963. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Reading.

Surviving are five sons: Harry G. of Hyde Park; Elmer L. of Stony Creek Mills; Earl L. of Shillington; Howard A. of Wyomissing Hills, and Carl W. of Delray Beach, Fla. Two daughters: Helen M., wife of John R. Garner, Allentown, and Grace M., wife of LeRoy Kunkelman, Reading; 10 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Three sisters: Clara Louise Dunn, Shillington; Edna Bender, Mount Penn, and Ida, widow of Francis Wagonblast, in Maryland. Also a brother, Walter of Ephrata.

The Henninger Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Interment Tuesday in Forest Hills Memorial Park.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, February 25, 1984, Page 16. Submitted by Bob.]

Wentzel, Emma M. (nee Ouellette)

Emma M. Wentzel, 71, of 933 Cotton St., died last night in St. Joseph's Hospital. Born in Canada, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Pierre Ouellette. Her husband, Solon D. Wentzel, died in 1950.

Wentzel, Estella N. (nee Noecker)

Estella N. Wentzel, 88, formerly of Reading, died Sunday morning at 11:55 in the Beverly Manor Nursing Home, Exeter Township, where she had been since Friday.

A former teacher, she was the wife of Jacob D Wentzel, also a resident of the nursing home.

Born in Centerport, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Clara (Boltz) Noecker.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons: Eugene N of Reading and Jacob N of Knoxville, Tenn.

Also a daughter, Adelaide W., wife of Cesar Torres, Nutley, N.J., and five grandchildren.

Wentzel, George E.

George E. Wentzel, 78, died last night in his Sefranka Road, Temple, R.D. 1, residence.

Born in Reading, a son of the late Francis and Amelia (Brown) Wentzel, he was a retired Reading Sheet Metal Products Co., Inc., foreman.

A member of Zion's United Church of Christ. Wentzel is survived by his widow, Rosa (Keller) Wentzel; a son, Aaron F., of Temple R.D. 1.; three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren and two sisters: Minnie, widow of Harry Ehman, and Laura, wife of Oscar Orth, both of Reading.

Services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. in the Mertz Funeral Home, Laureldale, the Rev. Harry S. Kehm officiating. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Wentzel, Hannah G. (nee Bingaman)

Hannah G., widow of Amos F. Wentzel, died at 3:45 a.m. today at the home of her son-in-law and daughter Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Fick, Stony Creek Mills R. D. 1, Lower Alsace Twp., aged 79 years. She was a native of Alsace Twp., a daughter of the late Daniel and Sarah (Gottshall) Bingaman, and was a lifelong resident of that section. She was a member of Spies Reformed Church, and of Pershing Herd, 17, Order of Reindeer.

Her husband died March, 1930. Surviving are these children; Sadie L., wife of Franklin Fick, with whom she resided; Lillie A., wife of George Reich; Maggie M., wife of John Sauer; and Charles B. Wentzel, all of Stony Creek Mills, and Daniel Wentzel, of Pennside; 23 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild; two sisters and one brother, Sarah, wife of Henry Katzenmoyer, Maggie, wife of Oscar Hartman, and Samuel Bingaman, all of Reading.

Funeral on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the Lutz Funeral Home. Further services in Spies Church. The Rev. Paul P Haas will officiate. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Wentzel, Mrs. Henrietta Feather

Boyertown, January 20: Henrietta, widow of Samuel Wentzel, aged 76 years, died at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Stauffer, 135 North Fourteenth Street, Allentown, from a stroke of apoplexy. Mrs. Wentzel was born near town and was the last of her family. Her only brother, William Feather, died last summer. Her husband preceded her in death 22 years. There survive these children: Horace F., Norristown; Charles Wentzel, Mrs. George Ruhe, Mrs. George Savitz and Mrs. Elmer Albright, all of Allentown, together with 16 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Funeral Friday, Jan. 23, at 10 a.m. Services at St. John's Lutheran Church here, and interment in Union Cemetery.

Wentzel, Henry K.

Hyde Park, Oct 18 - Henry K. Wentzel, aged 70 years died at his residence here at 10:30 a.m. today from a complication of diseases. Mr. Wentzel had been in ill health for several years and was confined to bed three weeks. Deceased was a son of Samuel B. and Mary Wentzel, both deceased. He was a butcher by trade, but worked at the forge of the Reading Iron Company for 36 years. His widow, Amanda (nee Wesner), died a number of years ago. Mr. Wentzel was a member of Grace (Alsace) Reformed Church and Reading Iron Company Beneficial Association. He is survived by two children, William, Nora, wife of Harry Becker, Hyde Park; five brothers, Frank, Augustus and Wilson Wentzel, Reading: William and Samuel, this place and one sister, Savilla, wife of Jared Hain, Reading. Undertaker Seidel has charge.

Wentzel, Howard

Howard Wentzel, 44, of Temple Heights, Temple R.D. 1, who was struck and fatally injured by an automobile while walking along Mt. Laurel road, near Temple, last evening, was a son of the late Anthony and Ellen (Dautrich) Wentzel. He was a native of Frush Valley and a veteran of the World War. Surviving are a brother, George, who was also injured in the same accident and is reported in a serious condition in the Homeopathic Hospital, and a sister, Ellen, wife of John Keller, of Temple R.D. 1. Funeral services will be held at the Mertz Funeral Home, Laureldale, at the convenience of the family.

Wentzel, Isaac

Isaac Wentzel, who resided with his son, John, near Kutztown station, died Sunday noon, at the age of 76 years, 9 months and 1 day. He was ill for many years, but was only confined to bed for six months, during which he was almost helpless. He died of general debility. Mr. Wentzel was a resident of Kutztown since 1868, to which year he was elected Steward at the Normal School, to which capacity he served faithfully for three successive years, after which he resumed his trade at making farm implements. His wife, nee Mary Fox, died January 17, 1895. They lived in wedlock 53 years. He is survived by three children: Peter, proprietor of the Black Horse Hotel of Kutztown; John, of Kutztown, and Mrs. Isaac De Turk of Lansdale. Three children preceded him in death. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon. Sermon by Rev. Dr. S. L. Harkey.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 8, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wentzel, Jacob D.

Jacob D. Wentzel, 100, formerly of 829 Rabbit Lane, Mountain Park, died at 11 a.m. Sunday in Beverly Manor Nursing Home, Exeter Twp., where he had resided since November 1984. He retired in 1957 as an English and Latin teacher in Mount Penn High School. His wife, Goldie Estella (Noecker) Wentzel, died Nov. 16, 1984. Born in Lower Alsace Township, he was a son of the late Jacob F. and Deborah (DeHart) Wentzel.

He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church, Stony Creek Mills. He was a graduate of the former Schuylkill Seminary, now Alright College, and took graduate studies at Franklin and Marshall College, Lancaster, and Columbia University, New York.

He is survived by a daughter, Adelaide, widow of Ceasar Torrez, Nutley, N J; a son, Jacob N. Wentzel, Knoxville, TN; and five grandchildren. Another son, Eugene N. Wentzel, died earlier.

Wentzel, Jacob F.

Stony Creek Mills, Aug. 2 -Jacob F. Wentzel died at 2:20 this morning, at his home here. He was aged 73 years, one month and 9 days. He was a son of the late Daniel and Sarah (Faust) Wentzel and was a member of the Reformed congregation of Spies Church.

There survive his widow, Debbie L. Wentzel; these children, Cora, wife of Jacob Levan, Philadelphia; Mary, wife of William H. Keller, Detroit, MI.; Laura, wife of Martin L. Hill, and Eva, wife of Charles Griffith, both of this place; Calvin D. Wentzel, New Freedom; Rev. Fred D. Wentzel, Philadelphia; Jacob, Robert and William Wentzel, this place; these brother and sisters: Reuben Wentzel, Pennside; Edwin Wentzel, Fleetwood; Mary, wife of Henry Lorah, Wyomissing; Sarah, wife of Rev. Charles Reiley, Kulpmont, and Rose, widow of John Deemer, Reading.

Funeral on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the home. Further services in Spies Church, Rev. M. L. Herbein officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery in charge of Funeral Director John F. Lutz & Son.

Wentzel, James Herbert

James Herbert Wentzel, 56, of Friedensburg Road, Stony Creek Mills, died in Community General Hospital. He was son of the late Daniel C. and Amanda (Hafer) Wentzel, was a weaver employed by the Louis Kramer Company, and was a member of Spies Reformed Church. Surviving are his widow, Bertha (Stoudt) Wentzel; one son, Woodrow W. Wentzel, Reading, two grandchildren.

Funeral services will be conducted in the T. C. Auman, Inc., Funeral Parlors, Monday morning at 11 o'clock. The Rev. Paul P. Haas will officiate. Burial will be in Spies Church Cemetery.

Wentzel, James S.

James S. Wentzel, aged 83 years, 7 months and 10 days, died as the result of Bright's disease on Friday at the residence of his son, Harrington C. Wentzel, Stony Creek Mills, following an illness of one year. He had been bedfast for two months. Deceased was a stonemason by trade. For 25 years he lived retired. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Spies' Church.

There remain six children; Harrington C., with whom he lived; Daniel C., Charles C., Malinda, wife of Wallace Hill; Kate, wife of Samuel S. Keller, all of Stony Creek Mills and Sallie, wife of Henry Hoyer, Reading. One brother, Jacob, Stony Creek Mills, and a sister, Hannah Wentzel, Harrisburg, survive. Undertaker Lutz took charge of the remains.

Wentzel, Jeremiah

Wentzel -- In Leesport, January 23d, Jeremiah, son of Peter F. and Maria Wentzel, aged 1 year, 9 months and 23 days.

Wentzel, Katie (nee DeLong)

Mrs. Katie (DeLong) Wentzel, 73, of Water St., Oley R. 1, wife of Wilson A. Wentzel, died at about 2:30 a.m. Friday in her home. A daughter of the late Peter and Sarah (Readinger) DeLong, she was a native of Rockland Township. She was a member of Friedens Evangelical and Reformed Church, Oley, and its Women's Bible Class. She is survived by her husband, a daughter Elda, wife of Ralph Correll, Oley R. 1, one grandchild and a great-grandchild. She was the last of her immediate family. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Long Funeral Home, Oley.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 11, 1957, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wentzel, Laura E. (nee Lebo)

Laura E. Wentzel, 84, formerly of Reading, died October 01 at 1 a.m.in Mifflin Center, Cumru Twp, where she had resided since July.

She was taken to Mifflin Center from Stabon Manor, 1555 Haak St.,where she had resided for two years.

Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Paul R. and Elizabeth(Wertz) Lebo.

She was a 1935 graduate of Reading High School and a 1937 graduate of the McCann School of Business, Reading.

Surviving are two sons, Woodrow L., Exeter Township, and Paul J.,Newmanstown, Lebanon County.

Other survivors include a sister, Marjorie (Lebo) Wagner, Pennside; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Services and burial will be private. Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, is in charge of arrangements.

Wentzel, Leah

Wentzel, Leroy A.

Among the local survivors of Leroy A. Wentzel, 84, of Reading, who died May 11 in ManorCare Health Services, Spring Township, where he had resided for 10 months, is a daughter, Cynthia A. (Wentzel) Abramowitch, Leesport.

Wentzel, Lillie M. (nee Lorah)

Mrs. Lillie M. (Lorah) Wentzel. 84, widow of Harrison C. Wentzel, died this morning in Berks Heim. Born in Berks County, she formerly resided at 727 N. 5th St. A daughter of the late George A. and Sarah (Schmehl) Lorah, she was a member of Zion (Spies) United Church of Christ. Her husband died in 1943. Surviving are two brothers, Edwin G. of Reading and J. Franklin, Stony Creek Mills.

Services will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m. in the funeral parlors of T. C. Auman, Inc. Burial will be made in Spies Cemetery.

Wentzel, Louise Kurath

Louise Kurath Wentzel, 43, died today at the residence of her brother, Calvin D. Wentzel, 437 Spring St., where she lived the past 5 months. She previously made her home in New York City. She was the daughter of the late Bertha M (Kurath) and Calvin D. Wentzel. She was a former member of the QACs and belonged to the Lutheran denomination.

Surviving are three brothers, William and Calvin, both of Reading and Lewis of Jackson, OH, and three sisters Laurabell, wife of William Lutz, of Pennside; Deborah, wife of Paul McCoy, of Kenhorst; and Janet, wife of Richard Lesher, of Reading.

Funeral services at the convenience of the family, the Rev. David U. Druckenmiller officiating. Burial will be made in Forest Hills Memorial Park. The Lutz Funeral Home has charge.

Wentzel, Margaret

Margaret, daughter of Arthur and Mary Wentzel, died of marasmus in St. Joseph Hospital on Friday aged one year. Undertaker Seidel removed the remains to the home of the parents 1619 North Ninth St.

Wentzel, Melvin C.

Private services were held for Melvin C. Wentzel, 89, a resident of Caum Memorial Home, Reading, who died June 3 in the Reading Hospital. He was predeceased by his wife, Marie A. E. (Lengel) Wentzel, in 1985. Born in Oley, Wentzel was the owner/operator for 40 years of M.C. Wentzel Enterprises, kitchen manufacturers, Oley, retiring in 1984. He was also assistant chief of the fire company for a number of years, and was one of the founders of the Oley Ambulance Association. Wentzel was a life member of the Oley Fire Company and a state forest-fire warden. Surviving are a daughter, Melissa A. (Wentzel) Holland, Blandon, and two sons, Arlan R., Bozeman, Mont., and Michael M., Oley. Burial was in Friedens Cemetery, Oley. The Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, handled the arrangements.

Wentzel, Melvin C.

Among the local survivors of Melvin C. Wentzel of Reading and formerly of Oley, who died June 3 in Reading Hospital, is a daughter, Melissa A. (Wentzel) Holland, Blandon.

Wentzel, Rosa A. (nee Keller)

Mrs. Rosa A. Wentzel, 79, widow of George E. Wentzel, died last night in her Sefranka road, Temple R.D. 1, residence.

Born in Muhlenberg Township, a daughter of the late James and Louisa (Schildt) Keller, Mrs. Wentzel was a member of Zion's United Church of Christ.

She is survived by a son, Aaron, with whom she resided, and three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren.

Also, a sister, Jennie, wife of Daniel Hoffa, Laureldale, and two brothers: John, of Temple R. D. 1, and Augustus, a guest at Berks Heim.

Services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. in the Mertz Funeral Home, Laureldale, the Rev. harry S. Kehm officiating. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Wentzel, Roy J.

Roy J. Wentzel. 65, of 132 W. Jackson St., Fleetwood, died Friday morning at 5:05; in Community General Hospital, where he had been a patient since Dec 7. He was the husband of Florence A. (Moyer) Wentzel. Born in Reading, he was a son of Jacob and Lillie F. (Brumbach) Wentzel.

He had been employed by the East Penn Manufacturing Co., Lyon Station, before retiring in 1979. Wentzel was an Army veteran of World War II.

In addition to his widow, he is survived by a son, Dale T., of Fleetwood, and a daughter, Nancy, wife of Daniel Newcomer, Pennside. Four grandchildren and a half brother, William Gauby Sr. Leesport. Also a half sister, Jessolene, wife of Wayne Henne, Fleetwood; a stepbrother, Russell Gauby, Reading R.D. 4; and a stepsister, Adriene, widow of James Gordon, Fleetwood.

Wentzel, Samuel B.

"Hyde Park�--Funeral of Samuel B. Wentzel, Sr., took place from the residence of his son-in-law, Jacob Keesey. There was a large attendance. The cortege proceeded to Alsace church, where services took place and interment was made. The remains rested in a walnut coffin, which was ordered by the deceased. It contained 4 silver handles and a silver plate on the lid bore the words "Our Father." A beautiful black shroud, a white elderdown blanket and a sheaf of wheat were presented by the children. The bearers were 4 sons, Henry, Augustus, Franklin and William Wentzel. Rev. J. V. George officiated. Text, Job 17:1. "My breath is corrupt, my days are extinct, the grave is ready for me."

Wentzel, Samuel G.

Samuel G. Wentzel, formerly of Reading, for 8 years engineer in the cigar factory of Ruhe Brothers' Co., Allentown, died suddenly while engaged in the performance of his duties. His two daughters, his son Charles, and his son-in-law and wife are all employed in the factory and arrived shortly after their father's death. They were unaware of what had happened until they arrived at the factory. The deceased was born at Fox Hill, Berks County, 58 years ago, and was a son of Henry Wentzel. He was married to Henrietta Feather, in Boyertown in 1863. About 8 years ago they moved to Allentown. Besides his widow the following children survive: Horace of Norristown; Charles, Mrs. George Schatz, Mrs. R. M. Stauffer, Mrs. George Savitz, Mrs. George Toole, all of Allentown, and Elsie, residing at home. Internment will take place in Boyertown.

Wentzel, Samuel G.

The following are brothers and sisters of Samuel Wentzel, of Allentown, whose death was reported in the Eagle: Augustus and Mary, wife of William Bryan, of this place; John, of Pottstown; Lydia, widow of Jacob Schwenk of Norristown; Malinda, of Beatrice, Nebraska; Ephriam of Chicago, and Sallie, wife of James Hunter, of Christiana, and Elizabeth. His funeral takes place next Monday at 10 o'clock. The remains will be brought with the 10 a.m. train. Services in the St. John's Lutheran church. Two brothers, Jeremiah and Harry, preceeded him in death.

Wentzel, Sarah A. (nee Hill)

Sarah A. (Hill), 68, widow of Edward E. Wentzel, died at her home, 222 South Fourth St., aged 65 years. She was a daughter of the late Abraham and Betty Hill. She was w member of Grace Lutheran Church. Surviving are two sons, John V. and William Longlott, this city.

Funeral services Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the T. C. Auman, Inc., funeral parlors, the Rev A. C. Schenck. Officiating. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Wentzel, Susan S. (nee Schildt)

Stony Creek Mills, Nov. 4, Susan S, wife of Amos H Wentzel, died at 5:10 o'clock Saturday evening at her home in Lower Alsace Twp. near here. She was aged 82 years, 4 months and 14 days. Mrs. Wentzel was a member of Spies Reformed Church.

Besides her husband there survive 10 children. Kate wife of Elias Hinnershitz, this place; Mrs Carrie Freeman, Port Clinton; Sue, Reading; Jennie wife of Sylvester Weaver, Hyde Park; George, Pottsville; Calvin, Reading; Charles, Norristown; Thomas, this place; Harry, Muhlenberg Twp; Edward, Temple; also 36 grandchildren and one sister, Annie, widow of Daniel Katzenmoyer.

Wentzel, Thomas

Thomas Wentzel, an employe of Dives, Pomeroy & Stewart, Reading, died of paralysis at the farm of Peter Yoder, where he was during the last eight weeks. He was confined to his room the greater part of the time. Deceased was a son of Jeremiah and Henrietta Wentzel and was a life-long resident of Reading. He was never married. These brothers and sisters survive: Jane, wife of Harry Keller, and Fred. Wentzel, of Philadelphia; Millie, wife of Fred. Layman, of Atlantic City, and Mary, wife of Peter Yoder, of Reading. The body was taken to the home of the latter, where the funeral was held last Monday at 11 o'clock a.m.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 11, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wentzel, William K.

William K. Wentzel died at the residence of his cousin Samuel W. Seyler, in Alsace Twp., near Basket, of pneumonia, aged 41 years. He leaves on sister. He was never married. Deceased was a member of Spies Reformed Congregation.

Funeral Thursday, Feb 3. From the residence of Mr. Seyler at 1:30 p.m. Services and Interment at Spies Church. Rev. M. L. Herbein officiating. Undertaker Lutz, of St. Lawrence, has charge.

Wentzel, William S.

Fleetwood, May 2 � William S Wentzel, 67, died yesterday in his Fleetwood R D 3 home. Born in Berks Co., a son of the late Milton and Emma (Hunsberger) Wentzel, he was a member of Grace (Alsace) United Church of Christ.

Surviving are his widow, Victoria (Reuth) Wentzel; two daughters; Catherine E., wife of Lewis Pergola, Reading; and Carolyn, wife of William R. Weber, Temple; two sons, William F., of Santa Ana, CA; and Franklin L., of Reading, and five grandchildren, a great- grandchild and a sister, Edna, wife of Raymond Prezpuroa, Reading.

Service will be held Friday at 1 p.m. in the Whelan Funeral Home, the Rev. Paul L. Rahn officiating. Burial will be made in Forest Hills Memorial Park.

Wenz, Millie K.

Miss Millie K. Wenz, 64, of Shoemakersville, died Thursday in Reading Hospital where she had been a patient for ten weeks. A native of Berks County, she was a daughter of the late James D. and Lillie E. (Boger) Wenz. She was a member of the Lutheran wing of St. Luke's Union Church, Shoemakersville. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Annie L. Henne, of Lebanon, a brother, Mark J. Wenz, of Shoemakersville. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Naftzinger Funeral Home, Centerport, with viewing 7 to 9 pm. Monday.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Saturday, August 9,, 1958, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werley, Francis L.

Area businessman Services will be held Jan. 31, 11 a.m. in Zion Lutheran Church, Perry Township, for Francis L. Werley, 85, Route 61, Windsor Township, who died Jan. 24 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Jan. 10. Burial was in Zion's Cemetery, Perry Township. He was predeceased by his wife, Irene M. (Saul) Werley, who died Aug. 7, 1986. Born in Virginville, he was a son of the late Thomas G. and Cora M. (Hein) Werley. Since founding the company in 1947, he was the president of Francis L. Werley Inc., service station and fuel oil company. He also had purchased the former Mom's Diner, near Bethel, and moved the restaurant to it's current location adjacent to the service station on Route 61. The restaurant was formerly operated by Werley, but was sold and is now operating under the name of Schmeck's Family Restaurant. Werley served as a Hamburg Area School Board member from 1955 to 1970. He was a charter member of the Virginville Fire Company and the Virginville Grange. Werley was a former director of the First National Bank of Hamburg. He was past president of the Hamburg Exchange Club and a member of the Windsor Township Sewer Authority. Surviving are three daughters, Dolores I. (Werley) Ritter, State College; Jeanette E. (Werley) Heckman, Hamburg; and Ruth S. (Werley) Wilhelm Tilden Township. There are also eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Werley, George

George Werley, Shamrock Station, has received word from the Department of Defense that his son, Pfc. Forrest R. Werley, was killed in action in the Korean campaign. Another son, Ralph, was killed during the Battle of the Bulge. Forrest Werley was previously reported missing in action since July 11, 1950. He was a member of the 24th Infantry Division. The 21-year-old soldier was born in Mertztown R. 1. He attended Longswamp school and was employed at Caloric Stove Corp. before his enlistment in December, 1948. Following basic training at Fort Meade, Forrest was sent to Japan. He served there for more than a year before being sent to Korea. He was a member of Longswamp Union Church and Sunday School. Besides his father, he is survived by two brothers, Ira, with the Army in Camp Kilmer, N.J.; and Warren, Red Lion; a sister, Ida, at home, and several nephews and nieces.

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

Werley, George M.

George M. Werley, 84, a retired watchman and farmer, died yesterday in his home at 42 E. Smith St., Topton. He was the husband of the late Gertrude P. (Gehringer) Werley. A former farmer, he was employed as a watchman by the Caloric Corp., Topton, before his retirement seven years ago. Born in Seiberlingville, he was a son of the late Moses and Emma (Frey) Werley. Surviving are three sons, Marlin W., of Shamrock, Warren H., of Mertztown R. 1, and Ira C., of Union Beach, N.J.; a daughter Ida E., with whom he resided; three brothers, Edwin and Oswin, both of Kutztown R. 2, and Walter of Shanesville; two sisters, Mrs. Cora Derr of Macungie R. 1 and Mrs. Sarah Smith of Mertztown R. 1; 10 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 27, 1964, page 40. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werley, Gertrude P. (nee Gehringer)

Mrs. Gertrude P. Werley, 65, wife of George M. Werley, Shamrock Station, Berks County, died at 4:15 p.m. yesterday at their home. She was in ill health four years and was hospitalized several times. She was bedfast three months. A daughter of the late James and Emma (Boger) Gehringer, she was born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, and lived in Shamrock Station the last 12 years. She was a former employee of the Topton Rug Mill and the American House, Topton. She was a member of Seiberlingsville Lutheran Church, the home departments of Longswamp Church and Ziegel's Church, near Breinigsville, and the ladies auxiliary of Ray A. Masters American Legion Post, Topton. Surviving in addition to her husband are three sons, Marlin W. Werley, Bath R. 2, Warren W. Werley, Alburtis R. 1, and Ira C. Werley, in the Army at Camp Kilmer, N.J., and one daughter, Ida Werley, at home. Another son, Pfc. Forrest R. Werley, has been missing in action in Korea since July 11, 1950. Also surviving are five grandchildren and a brother, Robert J. Gehringer, Kutztown R. 1. A son, Ralph W. Werley, was killed in the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. Four other children preceded her in death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 26, 1951, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werley, Louisa (nee Brobst)

Louisa (nee Brobst) Werley, widow of Levi W. Werley, died Tuesday of senile debility at the home of Dr. C. D. Werley, in Topton, aged 79 years. Mrs. Werley and her husband, who died 17 years ago, had been former residents of Weisenburg township. She leaves the doctor, the only child, a grandson, Walter S., and a brother and sister, Perry Brobst, fo Akron, O., and Mrs. Kate Shollenberger, of Denver, Col. The doctor, who had accompanied his family on an automobile tour to Ohio, Kansas and Missouri, visiting relatives and friends, hurried home three weeks ago by train because of the serious condition of his mother. His wife and son remained with the machine, starting from Excelsio Springs, Mo., by train for Quincy, Ill., to where they shipped the auto by rail. Their travel had been greatly impeded by floods in that section, having washed away the bridges. From Quincy they left on Monday in the automobile for home, and if nothing intervenes they are expected home in time for the funeral which has been set for Wednesday, Aug. 11.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 5 1915, p. 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werley, Luther C.

Luther C. Werley, 88, of Bethlehem died June 1, 2003 at VNA Hospice at St. Lukes Bethlehem. He was the husband of Frances M. (Andrews) Werley. They were married for 61 years last December. Born in Upper Macungie Township he was the son of the late Leon F. and Alma M. (Lichtenwalner) Werley. He was a self employed Realtor/Broker from 1960 to 1985 in Allentown for Luther C. Werley Realtor. Prior to that he worked for PA Dept. of Transportation, Allentown, Sears in Philadelphia and Allentown, Elementary Teacher at Warrington School District and Bethlehem Steel. He was a member of New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lower Saucon Township where he was the Oldest member. He was a life member of Lehigh Valley Club and the Board of Realtors, Allentown. In addition to his wife he is survived by two sons, Luther L. of Allentown and Ronald l. of New Tripoli; two daughters, Eileen W. Sawyer of Bowers, and Marilyn F. Mackes of Bethlehem; ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:00 am., Thurs., June 5 at New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lower Saucon Township. Calling hours will be from 9 am to 10 am at the church. Memorial contributions can be made to VNA Hospice at St. Lukes, 709 Delaware Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18015 Online Memorial Tributes: www.heintzelmanfh.com Arrangements: Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 326 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055.

Werley, Ralph W.

Private First Class Ralph W. Werley, 22, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Werley of Shamrock Station and the husband of the former Helen Geisinger of Kutztown R. 3, was killed in action on Dec. 29 in Belgium while serving with an anti-tank company, according to word received from the War Department. Formerly employed by the Empire Steel Co., Temple, Werley was inducted into the Army Oct. 15, 1942, and received his training at Camp Atterbury, Ind., and Camp Breckenridge, Ky. Private Werley was sent overseas in April, 1944. Werley is survived by four brothers, Marlin, Forrest, Warren and Ira, and one sister, Ida.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 22, 1945, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werley, Ruth M. (nee Houck)

Mrs. Ruth M. Werley of Alburtis, wife of Paul J. Werley, died Thursday night in Allentown Hospital. She was 32. She was admitted to the hospital Dec. 15 for treatment of a heart condition. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of Benjamin Houck of Mertztown R. 1, and the late Bertha (Trexler) Houck. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zion Lehigh Church, Alburtis R. 1. Besides her husband and father, surviving are three children, Glenn P., Kenneth L., and Susan F., all at home; two brothers, Carl, Allentown, and Paul, Wernersville, and a sister, Mrs. Harold Long, Alburtis R. 1. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville, with viewing from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 23, 1961, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werner, Alverta (nee Begley)

Mrs. Alverta Werner, aged 25, of Mertztown, died on Friday at the Berneville sanatorium. She is survived by her husband, Ray Werner, and her mother, Mrs. Alice Begley of Mertztown; three brothers, James, Floyd and Bruce; two sisters, Mrs. Nathan Kershner, 1424 Spring Garden St., Allentown, and Dolores Begley. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 1.30 p.m. from her home in Mertztown.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Sunday, August 14, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werner, Hazel E.

Hazel E. Werner, 95, formerly of Mohnton, died July 30 at 9:20 p.m. in Evangelical Congregational Church Retirement Village, Myerstown, Lebanon County, where she had been a resident for 12 years. Born in Mohnton, she was a daughter of the late Milton H. and Bessie A. (Weber) Werner. Werner had been employed as a repair lady by Wide Awake Shirt Co. Inc., Reading, retiring in February 1973. She was a member of St. Luke's Evangelical Congregational Church, Shillington. Werner was a graduate of Mohnton High School. She is survived by a sister, Irene (Werner) Tomaszewski, Wyomissing Hills. Services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home Inc. & Crematorium, Mohnton. Burial will be in Mohnsville Cemetery, Mohnton.

Werner, Henry Becley

WERNER - In Wernersville, on the 1st inst., Henry B. Werner, aged 71 years 7 months 9 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, at Wernersville, on Saturday morning at 10:30 o�clock. Services at the house. Interment in Hain�s Reformed Church Cemetery.

Note: Henry B. Werner was a twin of Isaac B. Werner, both children of William Werner and Rebecca Beckley. Other children in the family were: Emma Rebecca, Elmira Rebecca and Henrietta Catharine. William, the father, was the founder of Wernersville, PA

[Source: Reading Eagle and Reading Times, January 5, 1916. Submitted by: Betty J. Burdan]

Werner, Isaac B.

Isaac B. Werner died in his 51st year, at Antrim, Stafford County, Kansas, where he resided for about 17 years. He worked at carpentering a few years and the balance of the time he conducted his farm, which he converted into a fine property. Deceased went to Rossville, Ill., in 1866, where he and Dr. Michael T. Livingood had a drug store for a few years. He leaves one brother, Henry B., living in this city[Reading], and one sister, Henrietta, married to Samuel Palmer, residing at Abilene, Kansas. Two years ago he had a light stroke of paralysis. Soon after he gradually lost the strength of his legs and arms and for 9 months he was almost helpless and had to be carried about and attended like a child. He was buried on Neeland's cemetery, near his residence.

Werner, Mrs. Jeremiah

Werner, Paul V.

Bernville, March 22 -- Paul V. Werner, 35, of this borough, died in the Reading Hospital. He was a son of George F. and the late Sallie (Schaeffer) Werner. He was a Jehobah's Witness. Surviving are his father; his stepmother, Daisy (Sweitzer) Werner; his widow, Betty J. (Kline) Werner; two sisters: Mary, wife of William Stoudt, Bernville R.D. 2, and Emma, wife of Paul Berger, Sinking Spring; a brother, Harry, Wernersville R.D.; and two step-brothers Jarius Sweitzer, Chicago, and Harry Sweitzer, Reading R.D.2. Services tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, this place, the Rev. Dr. Frank Hagaman officiating. Burial in Christ (Little Tulpehocken) Church Cemetery.

Werner, Russell T.

Among the local survivors of Dr. Russell T. Werner, 71, who died of natural cuases June 2 in his Upper Allen Township, Cumberland County residence, is a brother, Larry A. Werner, Hamburg.

Werner, Sallie L.

In Spring Township on the 2nd inst., Sallie L. wife of Henry W Werner aged 46 years 9 months and 9 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice from her late residence, in Spring Township near Werts Mill, on Tuesday morning at 1:30, at the house. Services and Interment at Epler's Church.

Werner, Woodrow W.

Woodrow W. "Boshty" Werner, 91, Cumru Township, died July 9 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for one day. He was the husband of Winifred E. (Terrey) Werner. Born in Mohnton, he was a son of the late William F. and Elizabeth (Heft) Werner. Werner had been last employed for 11 years in maintenance by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, Bowmansville. He was previously self-employed in the produce business in Mohnton and Adamstown. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Mohnton. Werner was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was the subject of two Reading Eagle features published Nov. 14, 1985, and Aug. 17, 1969, the latter of which focused on an elaborate log-cabin style bungalow he erected near Bowmansville as a summer retreat. Werner was also a regular contributor of photographs for the column "The Way We Were" published in the Reading Eagle during the early 1990s. Also surviving are two sons, Richard F., Cumru Township, and Lynn B., Brecknock Township, Lancaster County. Other survivors include a brother, William, Mohnton. There are also four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home Inc. & Crematorium, Mohnton. Burial will be in Mohnsville Cemetery, Mohnton.

Werst, Arthur R. Sr.

PHILADELPHIA � Arthur R. Werst Sr., a native of Topton, died Monday in his home at 4132 N. Reese St. here. He was 47. Werst was employed by the Philco radio Corp., Philadelphia. Born in Topton, he was a son of the late Charles and Edna (Sechler) Werst. He was a veteran of World War II. Surviving besides his widow, the former Nora Hanwell, are his stepmother, Mrs. Carrie Werst of Kutztown; a son, Arthur Jr., and a daughter, Denis, both at home, and a sister, Mrs. Mae Keiser of Kutztown. Services will be at 12:30 p.m. Friday in the Greiss Funeral Home, Philadelphia. Viewing will be 7-8 p.m. Thursday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 1, 1963, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werst, Charles H.

Death came yesterday at the Allentown hospital to Charles H. Werst, son of the late Peter and Judith, nee Gery, Werst. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, he was aged 41 years, 3 months and 18 days. During the past 20 years he resided in Topton and was employed at the Topton Foundry company. He was a member of the Lutheran faith, Lehigh church, and the Kutztown lodge, Order of the Moose. He is survived by his widow Carrie, nee Oswald, one son Arthur and one daughter Mae, at home. Five brothers, William, Thomas and Ray, Topton; John, of Indianapolis, Harvey of emaus, and one sister, Mrs. Frank Fox of East Greenville. The funeral services will be held at his late residence, High street, Topton, Friday, August 18 at 1 o'clock daylight saving time, with further services at the Lehigh church with Rev. Carl Neuderoffer, officiating. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, August 13, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werst, Edna

Edna, wife of Charles H. Werst, of Topton, committed suicide by shooting on Monday evening at 6 o'clock, shortly before expecting her husband home from his day's work in the casket factory at that place. Mr. Werst came home and noticing no preparations made for supper, looked for his wife and found her lying on the floor in a second floor room, in a pool of blood, but still gasping. Dr. C. F. Smith was summoned, but when he arrived, death had ensued. The deed had been done with a revolver, which was lying beside the body, inflicting a bullet wound in the left breast a little above the heart. Undertaker J. J. Schofer removed the body to the home of Mr. Werst's mother, Mrs. Judith Werst, from where the funeral will be held. Mrs. Werst was about 20 years of age and was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Sechler, of Mertztown, who survive, with her husband and a son, Arthur, aged three years.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 5, 1918, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werst, Harvey E.

Harvey E. Werst of Kutztown R. 3, a former resident of Emmaus, died yesterday morning in Allentown Hospital. He was 75. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Peter and Judy (Gery) Werst. A retired carpenter, he lived in Emmaus 20 years prior to moving to Crystal Cave Road several years ago. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zion's Lehigh Church in Alburtis. Surviving with his widow, Elizabeth M. (Wetzel) Werst, are a daughter, Erma, wife of Rudolph Jandrisevitz, of Kutztown R. 3; and a brother, Thomas, of Topton. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in Zion's Lehigh Church, Alburtis. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, at 25 E. Weiss St., Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 11, 1961, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werst, Judith R. (nee Gery)

Mrs. Judith R. Werst, an aged and estimable resident of Topton, died suddenly on Thursday morning at 4.30 o'clock at the home of her son, Charles Werst, Cherry street, that place, aged 75 years, 5 months and 14 days. Heart failure was given as the cause of death. Mrs. Werst was a daughter of the late David Gery and wife, Elizabeth deisher Gery. For many years the family lived at Red Lion, but for the past seventeen years they made their home at Topton. Her husband died twelve years ago. Mrs. Werst was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Lehigh church and of Trinity Lutheran Sunday school, Topton. There survives the following children: John, Indianapolis, Inc.; Frank Fox, East Greenville; William, Thomas, Charles and Raymond, Topton, and Harvey, of Emaus. Twenty grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and one brother, Charles gery, of Allentown, also survive. The funeral will be held from the home of the son, Charles Werst, Topton, Tuesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock, standard time. Short services will be held at the house and continued services in Lehigh church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 25, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werst, Katie (nee Keller)

Mrs. Katie Werst, wife of Herbert Werst, died Saturday morning at her home in Rittersville, of apoplexy. She was sick about thirty-six hours. She was a daughter of Solomon and Andora Keller (nee Gamble), of Longswamp, Berks county, and is survived by her husband, two sons, John and Harold, her father and two sisters, Mrs. Thos. Fromhartz, of Bethlehem, and Mrs. Godfrey Schultz, of South Bethlehem. Funeral next Wednesday from her late home. Services in the Rittersville Church, Rev. I. B. Ritter officiating. She was 29 years, 9 months and 12 days old. She was a devout member of the Rittersville Lutheran Church and Sunday School.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 8, 1912, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werst, Thomas D.

Services were held in Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown, for Thomas D. Werst, of East Keller Street, Topton, who died of natural causes March 31 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, shortly after being admitted. Burial was in Topton Union Cemetery. He was the husband of Miriam I.(Leeser) Rauenzahn Werst. He was predeceased by his first wife, Fern A. (Neirhaus) Werst, who died June 7, 1980. Born in Topton, he was a son of the late Raymond P. and Mamie A. (Teter) Werst. Until retiring in January, he was employed as a clerk, deliveryman and butcher by Trexler's Grocery Store, Topton, for 51 years. He was a former auxiliary policeman and fire policeman in Topton. Werst was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton, where he served several terms as a councilman. He was a member of the property committee for the past three years. He was treasurer and co-caretaker of the Topton Union Cemetery since 1982. Also surviving are a son, Craig A. Werst, Mertztown; a stepson, Jack E. Rauenzahn, Topton; and three stepdaughters: Connie L. (Rauenzahn) Royles, Topton; Joan M. (Rauenzahn) Kelly, Emmaus; and Jill M. (Rauenzahn) Matelan, Blandon. There are also two grandchildren and three stepgrandchildren. Other survivors include a sister, Mary Alice Werst, and a brother, Lawrence D. Werst, both of Topton. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, was in charge of arrangements.

Werstler, Jonathan

Wert, Esther M.

Among the local survivors of Esther M. (Klinger) Wert, formerly of Reading, who died May 23 in ManorCare Health Services, West Reading, where she had resided over two years, is a sister, Anna V. (Klinger) Ney, Topton.

Wert, Ronald L.

Among the local survivors of Ronald L. Wert, 69, Exeter Township, who died of natural causes Dec. 27 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where he had been a patient for over a week, is a daughter, Kathleen P. (Wert) McCarthy, Bernville.

Wert, Ronald L.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Ronald L. Wert, 69, of First Avenue, Exeter Township, who died December 27 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where he had been a patient. His wife, Jeananne M. (Bettler) Wert, died in 2000. Born in Reading, he was a son of Louise (Distasio) Shaaber, Birdsboro, and the late Claude Wert. He was also predeceased by his stepfather, Allen M. Shaaber. He had been employed for 15 years as a bus driver by the Exeter Township School District, retiring in 1994. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Birdsboro, where he was a charter member of the choir. Wert was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a past president of the Exeter Lions Club. Wert is also survived by a son, Jamie A., Mount Penn; and three daughters: Deborah L. (Wert) Lutz,, Lexington, Ky.; Eileen M. (Wert) Barnett, Exeter Township; and Kathleen P. (Wert) McCarthy, Bernville. There are also five grandchildren. Entombment was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. The Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro, was in charge of the arrangements.

Werthman, Daniel

Werthman -- In Jefferson, on July 10th, Daniel Werthman, aged 78 years, 10 months and 6 days.

Wertman, Maria (nee Forry)

Wertman - In Jefferson, November 10th, Maria Wertman, wife of John Wertman, and daughter of Daniel and Maria E. Forry, aged 56 years, 1 month and 15 days.

Wertman, Stella M. (nee Kriebel)

Mrs. Stella M. Wertman, 81, of 135 S. 17th St., Allentown, widow of Robert Wertman, died yesterday in the Hilltop Convalescent Home, near Breinigsville. A native of Red Lion, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin F. and Emma R. (Gilbert) Kriebel. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. She was a member of the Class of �98 of Allen High School, and her academic record at the school has only been surpassed once. Surviving are two daughters, Miriam K., at home, and Christine L., wife of Hampton C. Weibel, of Allentown; two sons, Millard W. and Noel B., both of Allentown; nine grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. Calling hours will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 7, 1962, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Werts, Eliza Ann

Werts -- On the 31st instant, in this city, Eliza Ann, widow of the late Jacob Wertz, aged 59 years and 9 months.

Wertz, Alma M.

Alma M. Wertz, 95, formerly of 823 Scenic Drive, Cumru Township, Berks County, died Thursday morning at ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township, where she had lived since April 20. Born in Mahanoy City, she was a daughter of the late Alfred F. and Ellen R. Kroininger Leiby. She worked for 14 years as an office worker at Reed's Department Store, Reading, and then for 14 years as a buyer and sales clerk at Tersuhow's, Reading, until her retirement. She was a member of West Lawn United Methodist Church. Preceding her in death was her husband, Elmer G., on Jan. 22, 1992. Surviving are a stepson, Gerald E. Wertz, Lehigh Acres, Fla.; five stepgrandchildren; five stepgreat-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday from Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Shillington. Interment will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

Wertz, Barbara (nee Potteiger)

In Upper Tulpehocken, on the 5th inst., Barbara, wife of Samuel Wertz, (born a Potteiger) in the 75th year of her age.

Wertz, James F.

Dr. James F. Wertz died suddenly of heart failure at his home in Weilerstown, near Mertztown, on the 21st, aged 64 years. Dr. Wertz spent his early years at school, and in 1866 graduated from the medical department of the University of Pennsylvania at Philadelphia, and at once commenced the practice of his profession, which extended all through the neighboring country --- subjecting him to the trials and hardships of a country physician; the dreary midnight rides, ever hand in hand with misery and distress, the length of time he was in practice --- 35 years. His amiable qualities and sympathetic nature, combined with his medical skill, made him a model nurse in the sick room, and he was always as prompt to respond to the calls of the afflicted among the poor as when they came from the rich. In addition to his rare skill as a physician he was possessed of a heart overflowing with kindness toward every fellow creature, and his generosity and charity were ever lavish in works of mercy and helpfulness to those who most needed succor. He was kind, social and generous to a fault; a man who was honorable and upright in all his dealings, and whose word could be relied upon. He was married to Annie E., daughter of Lesher Trexler, in June, 1867. They had two sons and one daughter --- Mrs. James Findlay, residing at Hanover, York Co., Pa.; Rev. Fred R. Wertz, of Greenville, Tenn., and John R., at home. Mrs. C. E. Shoemaker, of Reading, and Mrs. D. Gerhard, of Topton, sisters, also remain. Deceased for 21 years was a member of the Longswamp school board, and he was also a member of the Masonic Lodge at Trexlertown, and of the P.O.S. of A. of Shamrock.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 30, 1901, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wertz, James F.

Died. On the 21st inst., in Longswamp, Dr. James F. Wertz, aged 65 years and 11 months.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 30, 1901, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wertz, James F.

Dr. James F. Wertz died suddenly at his residence, in Weilerstown, near Shamrock. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Wertz and was born February 8, 1836, in Longswamp. He spent his early years at school and in 1866 graduated from the University of Pennsylvania. He was for twenty-one years a member of the Longswamp school board until recently, when he retired. He practiced medicine in this community for thirty-five years and he was ever ready to extend a helping hand. No weather ever detained him and he was always prompt in responding to calls for his services. He was popular and stood high in the esteem of the people of this sector. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Trexlertown, and the P.O.S. of A., of Shamrock. He was married to Annie E., daughter of Lesher Trexler, in June, 1867. They had two sons and one daughters, Mrs. James Findly, residing at Hanover, Pa.; Rev. Fred R. Wertz, at Greenville, Tenn., and John R., at home. An infant sister and Dr. Peter Wertz, a brother, preceded him in death. Mrs. C. F. Shoemaker of Reading, and Mrs. D. Gerhard, of Topton, sisters, remains. He was taken ill on Monday at 1 a.m. and died on the same day at 2.30 p.m. Death was due to neuralgia of the heart.

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

Wertz, John R.

John R. Wertz, who taught school in this area for 40 years, retiring in 1947 as a junior business instructor at Harrison-Morton Junior High School, died yesterday morning in Allentown Hospital. He had been admitted there June 15. Wertz was 75. He lived at 811 S. 7th St., Allentown. Born in Shamrock, Berks County, Wertz was a son of the late Dr. and Mrs. Annie Trexler Wertz. He was a graduate of Keystone State Normal School, Kutztown. He started teaching at 17 in Shamrock, and then moved to various schools in Berks County. His teaching career in Lehigh County included positions at Hanover Township; Kichline School and Keiper School, of which he was later named principal. His first school in Allentown was the Mosser School. He was transferred to Harrison-Morton in 1927. Services will be in the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home at 1 p.m., Monday. Viewing 7 to 8 p.m., Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 27, 1959, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wertz, Peter W.

Dr. Peter W. Wertz died of heart disease Wednesday of last week at his residence in Longswamp township, Berks county, after being severely sick for about a week. His death was quite unexpected. Dr. Wertz was well known throughout the county and elsewhere and was a skilful practitioner. He was a son of Richard Wertz, deceased, graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1854 and was in partnership with his brother. For many years he was a choir leader. He leaves a wife and one daughter, Mrs. J. L. S. Trexler, of town, one brother, Dr. Frank K. Wertz, and two sisters --- Mrs. Chas. Shoemaker, of Reading, and Mrs. David Gerhard, of Topton. Mrs. Wertz is a sister of Dr. D. D. Fritch, N. D. Fritch and Mrs. H. L. Bogh, of town. The funeral took place on Monday afternoon and was largely attended. Interment was made at the Longswamp church.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, November 22, 1894, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wertz, Peter W.

Dr. Peter W. Wertz, one of the best known physicians in Longswamp and the adjoining townships of our neighboring county of Berks, died on Wednesday night, of heart failure, after a week's illness, aged 53 years. His death was very unexpected. Half an hour before he pleasantly chatted with friends who paid him a visit. He was a son of Richard Wertz, deceased, was a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, and enjoyed a large practice with his brother, Dr. Frank W. Wertz. His wife and one daughter, the latter the wife of J. L. S. Trexler, son of Col. William Trexler, his brother and partner, Dr. Frank W. Wertz, and sisters, Mrs. Dr. Jacob Shoemaker, of Reading, and Mrs. David Gerhart, of Topton, survive.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 21, 1894, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wertz, R. Frederick

Rev. R. Frederick Wertz, a well-known young Presbyterian clergyman, died at St. Luke's Hospital on Saturday morning, after having been admitted to that institution but the night before, of neuralgia of the heart, aged 32 years. Rev. Wertz had gone to St. Luke's hospital on Friday afternoon for treatment and was assigned to a private room. During the night his room was visited by the nurse in charge several times, but he appeared to be sleeping soundly. When morning came however, it was noticed that he was suffering, although unconscious. Death came shortly after. Rev. Wertz had been staying with his mother, Mrs. Annie E. Wertz, at her home, No. 108 North Second St., for the past few weeks, having come here to recuperate from an attack of nervous prostration. Richard Frederick, son of the late Dr. James and Annie E., nee Trexler, Wertz, was born at Longswamp on the 2nd day of April, 1873. Early in your he attended the district public schools and at the age of 12 he attended Keystone State Normal school and at the age of 15 he graduated with first honor, being the youngest member in his class. At the age of 16 he entered the Sophomore class of Muhlenberg College and at the end of the first term, he entered Ursinus College, where he finished his junior year. In the fall of 1894, he entered Dickenson College at Carlisle and graduated there in June 1895 with second or third honor and received the degree of A. B. In the fall of 1895 he became a law student at Dickinson, and after six months determined to follow the ministry as a profession, whereupon he registered as a student at Union Theological Seminary, New York City, from which institution he graduated with honor. During his course at the latter institution he won two scholarships and a purse of money for the best examination in one of the ancient languages. In June 1898, Mr. Wertz was ordained in Brooklyn, a minister of the Presbyterian church. Immediately he received a call from Johnson City, Tenn., at which place he labored successfully for one year when he accepted a call from Greenville, Tenn. Here he became very popular as a pulpit orator and was called the �Talmage of the South.� After building up a strong and prosperous congregation at Greenville, he accepted a call from the 1st Presbyterian church of tamaqua, Pa., where he at once worked his way into the hearts of his people and won their trust and confidence. Here he brought about many changes in the congregation and made a number of improvements to the church properties, and it was while engaged in this work that he was stricken with nervous prostration. The congregation gave their faithful pastor a leave of absence in the summer of 1905, after two months vacation, Rev. Wertz again took up the arduous work at Tamaqua, and again he broke down, and as a last resort, for the good of the congregation, as well as for himself, he resigned. After another short vacation, he accepted a flattering call from the West Minster Presbyterian church of Erie, Pa., but when he resigned and came to his mother's home at No. 108 North Second street, this city, at which place the funeral services will be held by Rev. H. L. Fogelman, pastor of Christ Reformed church, assisted by Rev. J. H. Nicholas, of Summit Hill, on Wednesday, at high noon. Interment will be made at Longswamp Cemetery. In 1896 Rev. Mr. Wertz was united in holy wedlock to Miss Harriet Eunice Iskyon, of New York City, who survives him. He is also survived by his mother; one brother John, of Allentown, and a sister, Mrs. James Findlay, Hanover, Pa., and a host of friends who mourn the untimely death of one whom they all loved.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 15, 1906, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wertz, Sophia

Sophia, widow of Richard Wertz, of Longswamp, died Wednesday and will be buried tomorrow. She was seventy-seven years of age and left a son, Dr. James Wertz of Longswamp, and two daughters, Mrs. Dr. Shoemaker of Reading and Mrs. David Gerhard of Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 12 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wertz, Sophia

Sophia, widow of Richard Wertz, of Longswamp, died last Wednesday and was buried at the Longswammp church on Sunday forenoon. She was in her 78th year and a well known and highly respected lady. A son, Dr. James Wertz, of Longswamp, and two daughters, Mrs. Dr. Shoemaker, of Reading, and Mrs. David Gerhard, of Topton, survive, as well as several brothers --- Peter J. Weiler, of town, being one of them.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, October 17, 1895, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wertz, Stewart A.

Stewart A. Wertz, 77, Cumru Township, died June 23 at 5:50 p.m. in Mifflin Center, Cumru Township, where he had been a resident since May 2004. His wife, Gloria C. (Miller) Wertz, died Feb. 5, 1999. Born in Shillington, he was a son of the late John W. and Florence L. (Lied) Wertz. Wertz had been employed for 10 years in the carpentry department of Birdsboro Corp., retiring in 1989. He previously worked for 25 years as an assembly man at Clark Equipment, Reading. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Shillington. Wertz was a 1945 graduate of Shillington High School. He was former treasurer of Cedar Top Fire Company and a life member of Grill Fire Company. Wertz is survived by two daughters, Louise M. (Wertz) Potteiger, Kenhorst, and Debbie M. (Wertz) Ravel, Wyomissing. There are also three grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home Inc. & Crematorium, Mohnton. Private burial will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.

Wertz, Susanna

In Tulpehocken, on the 4th inst., Susanna Wertz, wife of Jacob Wertz, aged 61 years, 10 months and 4 days.

Wesner, Dorothy R.

Dorothy R. Wesner, 95, died Aug. 7 at 7:50 a.m. in her Blandon residence. Her husband, Isaac E. Wesner, died in 1970. Born in Kutztown, she was a daughter of the late William and Tillie (Riegel) Bortz. Wesner had been employed by Camsco Farm Fresh, Evansville, Maidencreek Township, retiring in 1985. She was a member of Trinity Bible Fellowship Church, Blandon, where she was a former Sunday school teacher. Wesner was a former Camp Fire Girls leader in Blandon. She is survived by a daughter, Gloria (Wesner) Szoke Fields, Blandon. There are also six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Neil I., in 1998. Services will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in Trinity Bible Fellowship Church. Burial will be in Maidencreek Cemetery, Blandon. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.

Wesner, John

Wesner, William

William Fisher Wesner, A Veteran Tailor Has Passed Away Man Who Came to Johnstown in 1883 to Work for L. M. Woolf Expired Last Evening. William Fisher Wesner one of Johnstowns eldest tailors died at his home 765 Somerset St. Sixth Ward, at 5 o'clock last evening in his 74th year. His death was due to parpalysis. He suffered three strokes, the first six years ago while visiting his son-in-law and daughter Mr. & Mrs. Harvey Hess. Picture of William F. Wesner

in Lorain Ohio, the second in 1915, and the 3rd last Sunday night. The funeral will probably take place Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock sevices to be connected by this pastor the Rev. Earl C. Weaver of the First United Brethern Church with burial in Grandview Cemetery. The deceased was a son of Mahlon and Mary (Fisher) Wesner and was born Feb. 22, 1844 at Douglass lle Berks Co, PA. Mr. Wesner learned the tailor trade in Berks Co., Pa. and later engaged in business as a merchant tailor at Collegeville, still later removing to Pottstown. The late L.M. Woolf founder of the clothing firm of Woolf & Reynolds brought Mr. Wesner to Johnstown in October 1883. Mr. Wesner devoted all his time and energy to the upholding of the great businees enterprise with which he was associate for 26 continous years before retiring as pensioner about 7 years ago. He was a devoted friend and admirer of the late L.M. Woolf. The deceased and Miss Elizabeth Wanger were married about 50 years ago. When they came to Johnstown they located in the John Glass property in the 6th ward, where they resided at the time of the Johnstown Flood of 1889. sometime after that castrophy they removed to the Dauges property in the 1st ward but later returned to the 6th ward, were they have since resided. Mrs. Wesner survives her husband with four daughters, three sons and nine grandchildren. The sons and daughters are Emma, wife of William J. Rittner of 765 Somerset St., Mayme, wife of Clarence Ott of Cleveland Ohio, Lillian, wife of Harvey Hess of Lorain, Ohio, Clarence Wesner married and living on Morrell Place and Charles, Garfield and Helen at home. Two other son are dead. Walter was drowned some 2 years ago and Harry expired about 1910.

Wessner, Alfred L.

Services were will be held Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m. in St. John's Lutheran Church, Kutztown, for Alfred L. Wessner, of Hottenstein Road, Maxatawny Township, who died Aug. 22 shortly after being admitted to Lehigh Valley Hospital. Burial will be in Zion Maxatawny Union Cemetery, Kutztown. He was the husband of Ethel G. (Dornmoyer) Wessner. Born in Maxatawny Township, he was a son of the late William H. and Cora (Mertz) Wessner. Until retiring in 1984, he had been a dairy farmer in Maxatawny Township for 37 years. He was a member of St. John's Church. Also surviving are a daughter, Ruth E. (Wessner) Hoke, Pine Grove, Schuylkill County; a grandson; and a great-grandson. Other survivors include a brother, Wayne C. Wessner, and a sister, Mildred (Wessner) Gehringer, both of Kutztown, and a half sister, Daisy (Kutz) Moyer, Catasauqua, Lehigh County. He was predeceased by a son, Richard K. Wessner, who died May 13, 2001. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

Wessner, Alice R. (nee Foose)

Mrs. Alice R. Wessner, 75, widow of Penrose Wessner, died at 7:40 a.m. Tuesday at her home in Greenwich township, Kutztown R. 1. Born in Upper Bern township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Simon and Mahela (Miller) Foose. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Friedens church, Stony Run. Surviving are two sons, Johnathan H. Wessner, Lenhartsville R. 1, and Charles W. Wessner, Kutztown R. 1; a daughter, Mary A., Kutztown R. 1; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren, and a step-brother, Irvin Yoder, Hamburg. Rev. Addison C. Planz will officiate at funeral services on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in the late home, with continued services in Friedens church, Stony Run. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Call Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 7, 1948, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wessner, Clara R. (nee Walbert)

Mrs. Clara R. Wessner, 67, wife of George P. Wessner, died Wednesday at her home, 315 E. Main St., Kutztown, after an illness of a week. She was born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, a daughter of the late William H. and Catherine (Shankweiler) Walbert. She was a member of the Evangelical Reformed faith of Maxatawny Church, and of the home department of its Sunday School. Survivors are her husband, a daughter, Mrs. Paul Zwoyer, Kutztown; three sons, Leon, Breinigsville R. 1; William, Kutztown; and Wayne, Oley; three grandchildren; and three brothers, Victor, Maxatawny; Henry, Quakertown; and George, Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 18, 1951, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wessner, Curtis Herbert

Curtis Herbert Wessner, 35, who resided near Eaglepoint, Kutztown R. 1, died at 2:45 p.m. Saturday at the Allentown hospital from pneumonia. He was the husband of Erazoola (Kistler) Wessner. Other survivors include two children: Evelyn and Ernest, at home; and the following brothers and sisters, Eva, wife of Roland Snyder, Catasauqua; Verna, wife of Clarence Loch, Kutztown R. 1; Howard Wessner, Kutztown R. 1; Lovie, wife of John Hettinger, Shoemakersville; Walter W. Wessner, Stony Run. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. (EST) from the late home with further services in Maxatawny Zion church at Weisenberg. Interment in Ziegels church cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday 7-9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 6, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wessner, Edwin

Edwin Wessner, son of Mrs. Carolina and the late Matthias Wessner, died at his home near Krumsville on Wednesday at 6 a.m., of complications after an illness of thirteen weeks. He followed the occupation of farmer. He was born in Albany township June 22, 1876, and was aged 53 years, 5 months and 12 days. There survive the mother and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Ellen Miller, Kempton R. 1; Mrs. Annie Degler, Hamburg; Mrs. Nora Long, Kutztown; Mrs. Mantana George and Mrs. Sarah Rothermel, Lenhartsville; Lucetta, of Kutztown; Matthias, Fleetwood; Jonathan, Lenhartsville; Lonas, Auburn; Tilghman, Hamburg R. 3; and Monroe, Kutztown. The funeral will be held from his late home one mile south of Krumsville on Saturday at 1 p.m. Further services will be held at Frieden's church, Wessnersville. Rev. Ira Klick will officiate.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, December 6, 1929. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wessner, Eleanor M.

Eleanor M. Wessner, 73, formerly of 1825 Perkiomen Ave., Reading, died Friday at Spruce Manor, West Reading. Born in Mahanoy Plane, she was a daughter of the late William and Margaret McLaughlin Schappe. She was employed for 23 years as a shipper by the former Mechanics Uniform Rental, Reading, retiring in 1979. She was a member of St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church, Reading. Her husband, Herbert, died in 1982. Surviving are a daughter, Helena M. Wessner, Reading; a sister, Gertrude Schappe, Reading; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be private. Interment will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township, Berks County. John P. Feeney Funeral Home Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Wessner, Elton Edgar

Elton Edgar Wessner, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry M. Wessner, of Stony Run, died on Monday after a short illness of pneumonia. Funeral on Friday morning, April 26, at 9.30, from the residence of the parents. Services in Frieden's Church, at Wessnersville. Burial in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. O. S. Scheirer will officiate.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA , April 25, 1907, page 4. Submitted by Betty.]

Wessner, Ernest R.

Services were held in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Ernest R. Wessner, formerly of West Walnut Street, Kutztown, who died Feb. 27 in the Lutheran Home at Topton. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen M. (Kuhns) Wessner, who died in 1997. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late George and Mary (Christ) Wessner. Until retiring in 1987, he was last employed as a department manager by East Penn Manufacturing Co., Lyons. He was a World War II Army veteran. Wessner was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Surviving are two daughters, Judith L. (Wessner) Sittler, Los Angeles, and Laura M. Wessner, Rowayton, Conn. and two sons, Joe M. Wessner, Mertztown, and Tom E. Wessner, Mexico City, Mexico. There are also five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Wessner, George P.

George P. Wessner, 84, a molder employed by the Kutztown Foundry & Machine Corp., Kutztown, for 55 years until retiring in 1962, died Friday in his home at 315 E. Main St., Kutztown. He was the husband of the late Clara R. (Walbert) Wessner. Born in Greenwich Township, he was a son of the late James H. and Emma J. (Rabenhold) Wessner. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zion Maxatawny Union Church, Maxatawny. Surviving are a daughter Irene, wife of Paul Zwoyer of Kutztown; three sons, Leon H., of Breinigsville R. 1; William J., of Downingtown; and Wayne G., of Abington; a brother Raymond, of Nazareth; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Schofer Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Topton. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 25, 1974, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wessner, Helen I.

Services will be held for Helen I. Wessner, 96, formerly of Alsace Road, who died April 26 in Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where she had been a resident for four years. She was the widow of Herman E. Wessner, who died in 1960. Born in Reading, she was employed for 27 years by Whitner's Reading, retiring as a fabric buyer in 1981. She is survivied by a son, Ronald H., Alsace Township. Other survivors include a brother, Robert Labe, El Paso, Texas, and a sister, Gertrude (Labe) Strauss, Alsace Township. There is also a grandson and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Auman Funeral Home, Reading. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton.

Wessner, Henry

Henry Wessner, of Albany township, who fell from the hay loft 14 days ago, died, aged 73 years. He sustained a fracture of the spine and internal injuries. Deceased was never married and resided with Irwin Dietrich at the old homestead. He is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Nathan and David Wessner, of Stony Run; Willoughby Wessner and Mrs. William Zimmerman, of Stein's Corner; Mrs. Alfred Dietrich, of Grimsville. Services Thursday forenoon.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA , Thursday, December 13, 1906, page 16. Submitted by Betty.]

Wessner, Mrs. Jacob

Mrs. Jacob Wessner died at Stony Run on Sunday night of typhoid-pneumonia, aged 60 years. She is survived by her husband and six children, namely: Jere Wessner, of Kempton; Mrs. Francis Faust, of Albany; Mrs. Frank Snyder and Mrs. Henry Weida, of Lynnville; Mrs. William Koenig, of Allentown, and Assie B. Wessner, at home. Funeral to-morrow with burial in Frieden Church Cemetery. Rev. Scheirer and Rev. Bartholomew will officiate. [The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, March 26, 1903, page 4

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA , Thursday, March 26, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Betty.]

Wessner, James H.

Death came to James H. Wessner, well known resident of Kutztown, on Sunday afternoon while he was visiting his daughter, Mrs. Russell AuRand, wife of Russel AuRand, the Slatington optometrist. He was 55 years old and was a member of Adonica Lodge, No. 70, Knights of the Golden Eagle, and Maxatawny Lutheran church. Mr. Wessner is survived by his wife, Emma, nee Rabenold; two sons, George, of Kutztown, and Raymond, of Tatamy; one daughter, Mrs. Russell AuRand, of Slatington, and the following sisters: Mrs. Henry Weida, of Schnecksville; Mrs. Moses Miller, of New Ringgold; Mrs. Ella Reinhard, of New Ringgold; and Mrs. Sarah Frey, of Jacksonville. Funeral services will be held from his late home in Kutztown on Thursday at 1.30 p.m., to be followed by regular services in Maxatawny church and interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. W. S. Drey officiating. undertaker J. J. Schofer and son, of Topton, are in charge.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, September 29, 1925, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wessner, Lennius

Lennius Wessner, of near Kutztown, died of Bright's disease on Saturday afternoon, aged 58 years. He was one of the board of Prison Inspectors of Berks county. The funeral takes place tomorrow (Thursday), interment in the cemetery of St. John's Church. The Knight of the Golden Eagle, of which he was a member, will turn out in a body. Peter Butz, of Alburtis, will officiate as funeral director.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 17, 1897, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wessner, Lizzie M.

Lizzie M. Wessner, widow of Lenious Wessner, 14 Maple St., Kutztown, died at her home at 1:30 a.m. Thursday. She was 86 years, 10 months and 10 days of age. She is survived by the following children: Ada, wife of Richard Diehl, Philadelphia; Robert, Fred, Morris and John, Allentown; Caroline, wife of Dr. Von Werthern, San Francisco; William, Kutztown R. 1, and Charles, at home. A brother, Lincoln Bieber, Pipersville, and a sister, Sevilla, wife of Daniel Faust, Stony Creek, 21 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren also survive. She was a daughter of the late Daniel and Caroline nee Lichtenwalner Bieber and was born in Maxatawny. Funeral services at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the late home followed by public service in the Grace E. C. church, Kutztown. Friends may call Sunday evening.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 16, 1942, p. 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wessner, Penrose

Penrose Wessner, a son of Matthias Wessner and his wife Katherine (nee Kistler), died at the St. Joseph hospital, Reading, on Friday night, after being a patient there since last May. He was born April 4, 1866, bringing his age to 62 years, 5 months and 27 days. He was long a resident on Kempton Route No. 1, where his aged parents still resided. There survive his widow, Alice (Foose), the parents and the following children: John W., Kutztown R. 4; Clarence W., Lizzie M. and Mary A., all at home. The funeral will be held from his late home, between Grimsville and Weisenberg, on Thursday, Oct. 11, at 9.30 a.m. Further services in Frieden's church, Wessnersville, with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Ira Klick will officiate. undertaker B. F. Danenhower, Trexler, has charge.

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

Wessner, Reuben A.

Reuben A. Wessner, a resident of Kutztown for many years, died Wednesday at his home, 154 E. Main St., aged 87 years. A son of the late John and Lydia, nee Stump, Wessner, he was born in Albany township. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran church, Kutztown. Surviving are the widow, nee Hannah Deisher; one son, George, Kutztown; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2 p.m. from the late residence with the Rev. J. W. Bittner officiating. Interment will be made in Fairview cemetery and Walter J. Christ, Fleetwood funeral director, will be in charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 21, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wessner, Viola M.

Viola M. Wessner, 91, died Sept. 23 at 10:50 a.m. in her residence at Farmington Road, Maxatawny Township. Her husband, William M. Wessner, died July 28, 1976. Born in Muhlenberg Township, she was a daughter of the late Milton and Nora M. (Stoudt) Klopp. Surviving are two daughters: Lorraine E. (Wessner) Kaufman-Reider, Birdsboro, and Sharon A. (Wessner) Moll, Maxatawny; and three sons: Marlin W., Topton; Ronald J., Maxatawny; and Larry F., Fleetwood. Other survivors include 19 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandson. She was predeceased by a daughter, Ruth (Wessner) Huber, in 1996; and by four sons: Donald Wessner in 1929; Richard N. Wessner in 1933; Robert Wessner in 1951 and William Wessner in 1996. Services will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc.,Kutztown. Burial will be in Frieden's Church Cemetery, Stony Run, Albany Township.

Wessner, William

William Wessner died of a complication of diseases on Monday at the residence of his son, Charles F. Wessner, at St. Lawrence, Berks county, aged 68 years, after an illness of eight months. He was born in Albany and was a son of Mr. and Mrs. William Wessner. His widow and these children remain: Charles F., of St. Lawrence; Catharine, wife of William Sandel; Lydia, widow of John Krick, Reading; Wilson W., Alburtis; James P., Reading; Thomas B., Lower Heidelberg; Jacob O., Jacksonwald, besides two brothers and five sisters: Matthias, of Stony Run; Peter, of Fetherolfsville; Mrs. Lydia Heim, of Virginsville; Mrs. Caroline Harever, of Eagle Point; Mrs. Polly Wood, of Sellersville; Mrs. Catharine Muntz and Mrs. Julia Handwork, of New Tripoli. He was a member of the White Church, at Wessnersville. He moved to St. Lawrence from Kutztown sixteen years ago.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA , Friday, December 27, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Betty.]

Wessner, William

William Wessner, aged fifty-seven, of Kutztown, died at ten o'clock last night at the Allentown hospital, following an operation for gall stone. He was admitted to the hospital on November 8. Following the operation, his heart became affected and it was the heart condition which finally caused death. A wife and seven children survive.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA , Friday, November 12, 1915, page 14. Submitted by Betty.]

Wessner, William Levi

The memorial service for William Levi Wessner will be held on Sunday, March 16th, at 2.30 p.m. in Trinity Lutheran church, Kutztown, by Rev. Lynch. He was drafted and left for Camp Meade September 19, 1917, and went overseas July 7, 1918. He was in Co. L., 316th Inf., 79th Div. He was born in Alburtis, March 28, 1889, and was killed in action November 7, 1918, aged 29 years, 7 months and 7 days. His father died three years ago. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. William Wessner; four sisters and three brothers: Mrs. William Foulk, Fleetwood; Mrs. Henry Reppert, Mrs. Lucy Sterner and Mrs. Stanley Bartholomew, all of Allentown; Fred, of Camp Upton; Allen, of Nazareth; and Samuel, of Gauff's Hill. He was a member of U. B. of C., and Joiners' Local, No. 368, and F.O.E. These bodies will attend the services. Relatives and friends are invited. The family will take the car leaving Allentown for Kutztown at 1 o'clock.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Saturday, March 15, 1919, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

West, Amanda E.

West -- On the 22d inst., in Philadelphia, Mrs. Amanda E. West, eldest daughter of the late Jacob and Lucinda Souders, aged 56 years.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 26, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

West, Harold S.

Services will be held Thursday for Harold S. West, 77, of Boyertown, who died June 20 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Vallscreek, W. Va., he was a graduate of Big Creek High School in West Virginia. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, having served as Seaman second class on a mine sweeper. West worked as a lineman for various power plants and was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 126 of Norristown. He was a member of Masonic Lodge 186 of Philadelphia. Surviving are a companion, Kathleen Litka of Boyertown; a daughter, Susan West of San Antonio, Texas; a stepson, John McKnight of Beaufort, N.C. Also a sister; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters and two brothers. Friends may call after 10 a.m. Thursday at the Good Shepherd Chapel of Limerick Garden of Memories, 44 Swamp Pike, Limerick. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in the adjoining church cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA, 1059 Sweifford Road, Perkiomenville, PA 18074. The arrangements were handled by the Ruggiero Funeral Home of Trappe.

West, William

Westwood, Merrill Stanley

An early Christmas morning collision between a freight train and a light delivery truck at a crossing of the P. and R. railway at Mertztown resulted in the death of the driver of the truck and slight injury to his companion. Merrill Stanley Westwood of Topton, a 24-year-old huckster, was crushed to death in the cab of his light truck while his companion, Bud Haker, 21, of Kutztown, suffered only brush burns and bruises which are being treated in the Allentown hospital. The two were alone in the truck when the accident happened at 1:30 o'clock yesterday morning at the Mertztown crossing at a time when the roads were covered with ice caused by the rain of the evening which had frozen. There is a slight incline where the road leads onto the crossing and State Motor Policeman R. A. Balas of the Reading barracks, who investigated the accident, reported that it was possible that the truck skidded onto the tracks when Westwood applied the brakes. Levi Miller of Emaus who came upon the scene a short time after the accident rushed Haker to the Allentown hospital for treatment. It was seen that Westwood was beyond medical aid and Dr. Warren Trexler of Topton, deputy coroner of Berks county, was called. Examination revealed the young man had suffered a fractured skull. The doctor issued a certificate of accidental death and turned the body over to Funeral Director Irwin DeLong of Topton to prepare it for burial. Westwood was the only child of Henry S. and Ida C. Opdyke Westwood of 27 Callowhill St., Topton, and for some time had been engaged in selling produce on a huckster route he had established. Besides his parents, he is survived by his maternal great-great-grandfather and his paternal great-great-grandmother. The funeral services will be held at the home of his parents Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. F. D. Slifer, pastor of the Maxatawny Reformed charge, officiating. Interment will be made at the convenience of the family. Friends may call Tuesday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, December 26, 1937, pages 5, 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetherhold, Allen

Deaths. On Saturday last, in Reading, of typhoid fever, Allen Wetherhold, son of George Wetherhold, of this borough, aged 21 years.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 19, 1862, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetherhold, Salome

Died. On the 24th of September, in the city of Reading, Salome, wife of William Wetherhold, formerly of Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 8, 1862, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Albert H.

Albert H. Wetzel, a former councilman of Alburtis, died at his home on Front street, that borough, on Friday morning from pleurisy from which he suffered the past five weeks. Late last summer he received an injury while engaged at a stone quarry near Alburtis. He was confined fourteen weeks and since that time his health has been greatly impaired. He was in a weakened condition when taken ill and unable to withstand the heavy inroads upon his strength. Mr. Wetzel was in his sixty-first year. He was a native of Longswamp township and was a son of the late Peter Wetzel and his wife, Elizabeth Hoffman Wetzel. In his early life he followed farming, but fourteen years ago sold out and moved with his family to Alburtis where he was engaged for a time in a silk mill and later at the quarry. He was affiliated with Alburtis Council, 1014, F.P.A., and Longswamp church. He is survived by his widow, Rose, nee Conrad, one son, Elmer P., of Allentown, and one daughter, Elizabeth, wife of Harvey Werst, Emaus. Two grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held from his late home on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Short services will be held at the house and continued services in Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 28, 1928, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Ambrose

The funeral of Ambrose Wetzel, of Siesholtzville, the only child of Henry Wetzel and wife who died after one week's sickness of inflammation of the bowels and pneumonia, aged 19 years, 3 months and 18 days, will be held on next Thursday forenoon from his parents' residence. Service and interment at Huff's Church. Rev. Eli Keller will officiate. Wm. Conrad, of Bechtelsville will have charge.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, May 23, 1895, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Amelia (nee Meitzler)

Mrs. Amelia Wetzel, widow of David C. Wetzel, died last night at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Harry O. Moll of 416 4th St., East Greenville, at the age of 94 years. Born in Berks county, she was a daughter of William and Amelia (nee Ruth) Meitzler. For the last 20 years she lived in East Greenville. Her husband died in 1916. Mrs. Wetzel was a member of Longswamp Reformed church, Mertztown. Surviving are the daughter with whom she resided and a son, Erwin D. Wetzel of Norristown; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Rev. Donald Engler will officiate at short services Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Hoffman funeral home, 221 Main St., East Greenville, with further services in Longswamp church at 2 p.m.. And interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 6, 1942, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Calvin H.

Calvin H. Wetzel of 822 Lawrence St., Allentown, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. He was 72. Born in Seisholtzville, he was a son of the late George and Emma (Schmoyer) Wetzel. He was a repairman for the Trojan Powder Co. for 38 years, retiring eight years ago. His wife, the former Hattie S. Schlegel, died two months ago. The family lived most of their married life in Greenawalds. Surviving are two sons, Edgar A., of Allentown R. 1, and Russell E., of Allentown; four brothers, George of Hellertown; Horace of Emmaus, John of Seisholtzville, and Harvey of Schnecksville R. 1; two sisters, Mrs. Jennie Lewis and Mrs. Annie Wetzel, both of Allentown; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Services will be at 3 p.m. Monday in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. There will be no viewing.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 21, 1961, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Clinton D.

Clinton D. Wetzel, 64, of 333 Franklin St., Alburtis, died yesterday at his home. He was formerly employed as a maintenance man with the State Highways Department and more recently as a farmhand. Born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, son of the late Oscar and Annie (Reppert) Wetzel, he was the husband of the former Eva M. Kercher. Surviving in addition to his widow are three daughters, Joyce, wife of Paul K. Ziegler, and Betty Lou, wife of Nevin Beitler, both of Alburtis R. 1, and Geraldine, wife of Darwin Renn of Green Lane; a son, Richard W. of Macungie R. 1; six brothers, William, Alvin and Milton, all of Alburtis R. 1; George of Allentown R. 3, and Lloyd and Raymond of Alburtis; two sisters, Mary, wife of Carroll Becker of Allentown, and Mabel, wife of George David of Emmaus, and 14 grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 19, 1968, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Charles C.

Stricken with apoplexy on Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock while he was seated at the breakfast table, Charles C. Wetzel, an aged and respected resident of Alburtis, expired before medical aid could be given. Mr. Wetzel resided with his son, Oscar Wetzel, and it was there he passed away. Very shortly after the aged man was taken ill, Dr. E. H. Mohr of Alburtis, was called, but death had ensued before his arrival. Mr. Wetzel was a native of Berks County. He was aged 81 years, 7 months and 19 days and was a son of the late George and Leah, nee Conrad, Wetzel. He was a devoted member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church and was affiliated with the Washington Camp, 420, P.O.S. of A., of Siesholtzville. He was shoemaker by trade, but has lived retired for the past twelve years. There survive the following children: Mrs. George Stengel, of Bally; Mrs. Harvey Dierolf, of Boyertown; Oscar, of Alburtis, and Ellsworth, of Macungie. Two sisters, Mrs. Sallie Druckenmiller, of Emaus, and Mrs. Amanda Rothenberger, of Allentown, also survive, as do thirty-eight grandchildren and thirty-five great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the home of his son, Oscar wetzel, Alburtis. Short services will be held at the house, followed by regular services in the Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 23, 1925, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Elizabeth

Elizabeth Wetzel, wife of Chas. C. Wetzel, died at her home, near Lehigh Church, on Wednesday forenoon at 9.45 of apoplexy, aged seventy-one years, eleven months and sixteen days. Prior to her moving there, they resided at their home on the road leading from Hensingersville to Siesholtzville, but on account of ill health, they made their home with their son Oscar about eight weeks ago. For a time she seemed to be improving until last Friday when she suffered another stroke which hastened her end. She is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. Horatio Schmoyer, of Alburtis; Oscar Wetzel, of Lehigh Church; Mrs. George Stangel, from Bally; Mrs. Harvey Dierolf, from Bechtelsville; Mrs. James Beitler, from Fogelsville; Ellsworth Wetzel, Macungie. Three sisters also survive: Mrs. David Rauch, of Huff's Church; Mrs. Abraham Heydt, Bechtelsville; Mrs. Albert Snyder, Sigmund's; thirty-nine grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. She was a member of Longswamp Church, where funeral will take place Tuesday morning at 9.30 at the house, Rev. Meckstroh officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 21, 1914, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Emeline (nee Trexler)

Mrs. Emeline (Trexler) Wetzel, wife of George W. Wetzel and a highly respected resident of Macungie, died suddenly at 3 p.m. Sunday at the age of 74 years, 6 months and 8 days. Although in Failing health for six years, Mrs. wetzel had been able to be around and attended to some of her household duties. At 10:30 yesterday she complained of feeling ill and collapsed soon afterward. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of John and Marie (Geist) Trexler. She was a member of the Lutheran wing of the Mertztown church. Surviving are her husband and two sons, John and Frank, both of Macungie, as well as five grandchildren and one brother, Alvin Trexler, Hancock. The funeral will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. from her home with continued services in the Mertztown church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William Dry will officiate. Viewing Thursday from 7 to 9.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 2, 1936, p. 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, George

George Wetzel, a prominent resident of Red Lion, died on Friday evening of gangrene, aged 82 years. He is survived by four sons and two daughters, The funeral will take place on Wednesday morning at Longswamp Church, Rev. Nevin Helffrich officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 2, 1900, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, John

John "Marlin" Wetzel, 79, of 4400 Kutztown Road, Temple, formerly of Sinking Spring, died Saturday evening at home. Born in Lavelle, he was a son of the late John E. and Lillie Kessler Wetzel. He was a 1941 graduate of Butler Township High School, the school's first graduating class, and attended Ohio State University, Columbus. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a track supervisor for Conrail and its predecessors for 40 years, retiring Sept. 7, 1985. He was a member of West Lawn United Methodist Church, where he formerly served as a steward and trustee; a former secretary and treasurer of the Supervisors Association of the Reading Railroad Co.; a former secretary of NARVE. Surviving are his wife, the former Jean C. Johnson; two daughters, Janet K. Frey, Temple, and Joyce A. Sipe, Leesport; two brothers, Thomas, North East, Md., and Paul, Richboro; two sisters, Naomi Long, Wareham, Mass., and Arlene Amey, West Chester; two grandsons; four great-grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at West Lawn UM Church. Interment will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.

Wetzel, John

Among the local survivors of John Wetzel, 79, who died March in his Temple residence, is a daughter, Joyce A. (Wetzel) Sipe, Leesport.

Wetzel, John J.

John J. Wetzel of Rittenhouse Gap, Macungie R. 1, died Monday at Allentown Hospital. He was 75. Born in Upper Milford Township, Lehigh County, he was a son of the late George and Anna (Moyer) Wetzel. He was the husband of Mary (Leibensperger) Wetzel. In his earlier years, Wetzel was a farmer in the Lehigh County area. Prior to his retirement 11 years ago, he was employed as a sand blaster by the Stanley T. Flagg iron foundry in Pottstown. He was a member of the UCC wing of Huff's Church. In addition to his widow he is survived by five sons, Charles W., Russell H., and Thomas G., all of Macungie R. 1; Oscar D., of Zionsville R. 1; and John J. Jr., of Allentown; two daughters, Eva S., wife of Henry Erb, of Mertztown R. 1; and Mary T., wife of Pete Rios, Atlanta, Ga.; three brothers, George of Hellertown; Morris of Barto R. 1, and Harvey of Schnecksville; one sister, Jennie, wife of Charles Lewis of Allentown; 15 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be Friday night.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 11, 1963, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Millard Alfred

Millard Alfred Wetzel, merchant for thirty years at Shamrock, passed away at noon on Christmas Day, aged 59 years. He was a son of Harry Wetzel and wife, Sarah Ann (nee Romig), and was born July 11, 1856, in Allentown. He was married to Miss Mary Abbie Acker on Jan. 10, 1884, by the Rev. Nevin W. Helffrich. There were no children. He is survived by his bereaved wife and his only sister, Alena, wife of George Frey, of Farrington. Together with his store business he conducted the Shamrock postoffice for many years. Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. at his late residence in Shamrock, followed by further services in the Longswamp church in which both pastors will take part.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 29, 1915, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Oscar

Oscar Wetzel, former hotelkeeper, died at his home at Alburtis at 5:05 Sunday morning following several weeks of illness, of which he had been bedfast nearly two weeks. He was aged 73 years. Mr. Wetzel was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth Moll Wetzel. For many years he was a farmer and then became a carpenter and woodworker in the Topton Furniture Co. Later he conducted the Keystone hotel in Alburtis but retired about four years ago. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Zion Lehigh church. He is survived by eight sons, William of Alburtis R. 1, Herbert of Alburtis, George of Wescosville, Alvin, Clinton and Milton of Alburtis R. 1, Lloyd of Mohnton and Raymond with the U. S. Army at Fort Blanding, Fla., four daughters, Mrs. Clarence Scherer, Mrs. Morris Long and Mabel Wetzel of Alburtis and Mrs. Claude Rauch of Allentown, 37 grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. George Stengel of Bally and Mrs. Lillie Dierolf of Boyertown. His wife, Annie, nee Reppert, preceded him in death by about ten years. One daughter also preceded him in death. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon with brief services at the residence of his son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Wetzel at Alburtis, at 1:30 o'clock, followed by continued services in Zion Lehigh church, Rev. William O. Wolford officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call Wednesday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 9, 1942, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Peter

Peter Wetzel, residing near Alburtis, died on Monday evening of heart failure, aged 70 years, 3 months and 18 days. He is survived by his wife and one son, Alfred H., with whom he resided; two grandchildren, Elmer P. Wetzel and Mrs. Harry E. Werst, both of Alburtis, and these brothers and sisters, Harry, David and Charles Wetzel, Mrs. Sallie Druckenmiller, Mrs. Amanda Rothenberger. The funeral will be held on Saturday at 9.30 a.m. Services and burial will be made at Longswamp Church, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 27, 1911, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Sarah (nee Romig)

Sarah, widow of Harry Wetzel, died on Monday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Fry, Emaus, aged 72 years, 6 months and 18 days. She had been ill seven weeks with apoplexy. Mrs. Wetzel was a Romig by birth and was born in Longswamp. Her husband died forty-three years ago. She left two children: Mrs. George Fry, of Emaus; Mrs. Millard Wetzel, of Shamrock; two grandchildren, Dorcas and Gwennie Fry of Emaus; a sister, Mrs. Lydia Bitting, and two brothers, George and Milton, of Longswamp. Revs. N. W. Helffrich and J. P. Bachman will hold the funeral services on Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. John's Church, Emaus. Burial also at Emaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 11, 1906, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Sarah

Sarah, widow of Harry Wetzel, died on Monday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George Fry, in town, aged 72 years, 6 months and 18 days. She had been ill seven weeks with apoplexy. Mrs. Wetzel was a Romig by birth and was born in Longswamp. Her husband died forty-three years ago. She left two children, Mrs. George Fry, of town; Mrs. Millard Wetzel, of Shamrock; two grandchildren, Dorcas and Gwennie, of town; a sister, Mrs. Lydia Bitting, and two brothers, George and Milton, of Longswamp. Revs. N. W. Helffrich and J. P. Bachman will hold funeral services on Saturday at 10 a.m., in St. John's church, in town. Burial also in town.

[Source: Emaus news, Macungie Progress, Thursday, April 12, 1906, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Mrs. Washington

Mrs. Washington Wetzel, of near Maple Grove, Longswamp township, Berks county, died Sunday evening aged 65 years. She suffered from internal cancer. She leaves her husband, one son and two daughters. The funeral will take place on Friday morning. Services at the Mertztown Church, Rev. M. H. Brensinger officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 15, 1900, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wetzel, Willard W.

The Rev. Willard W. Wetzel, a retired United Church of Christ minister in Berks County, died May 11 in his residence in Haverford, Montgomery County. Wetzel, 76, was the husband of Dr. Glenys A. Waldman. His first wife, Doris (Graver) Wetzel, died in September 1981. He served as pastor of St. Peter's UCC, Wilshire, from 1971 to 1977 and was pastor of the Leesport UCC Charge which comprised Trinity, Leesport, and St. John's (Gernant's) UCC, Ontelaunee Township, from 1977 to 1986. Wetzel also served the Pennsburg UCC, Montgomery County; Salem and Jacobus UCC, near York; Zwingli Reformed Church, Souderton, Montgomery County; St. James, Limerick, Montgomery County; and Zion (Stone) Church, Northampton. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Marvin and Mabel (Ritter) Wetzel. Wetzel was a 1947 graduate of South Whitehall High School; a 1951 graduate of Ursinus College, Collegeville; and a 1954 graduate of the Lancaster Theological Seminary. He was ordained in June 1954 in the Jordan German Reformed Church, Allentown, where he was a son of the congregation. During college and seminary days, Wetzel was employed as a news reporter by The Morning Call, in Allentown. He served as a field worker in Christian Education for the Pennsylvania Southeast UCC Conference. Wetzel was editor of Adult Publications, Division of Christian Education and Publications, United Church Board for Homeland Ministries, and as the editor of the United Church Press. He wrote a number of books as part of the United Church Curriculum, one of which was a jury selection of the New England Book Show. Wetzel was editor of the adult section of "The Church School Worker" and contributed numerous articles to magazines and journals. Wetzel was editor of publications for the Pennsylvania German Society. He was a life member of a Pennsylvania German folklore group and co-editor, with his wife, of a dictionary of Pennsylvania German to English and English to Pennsylvania German. Wetzel was a 32nd Degree Mason and chaplain of St. Alban Lodge 529, F & AM, Philadelphia. His research paper, "Masonic Governors of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania," was printed in "Transactions," of the Pennsylvania Lodge of Research. He is also survived by a daughter, Lois (Wetzel) Dieterly, Drexelwood; and two sons, Timothy, Beaver, Beaver County, and Stephen, Mohnton. Other survivors include a sister, Esther (Wetzel) Sperlbaum, and a brother, Clifford, both of Allentown. There are also five grandchildren. Services were Monday in Trinity UCC, Collegeville. Burial was private. The DiPinto-Mehl Funeral Home, Philadelphia, was in charge of arrangements.

Wetzelt, Martha Amelia

Died. On the 27th of Jan., in Longswamp, Martha Amelia, daughter of David and Amelia Wetzelt, aged 7 years, 8 months and 28 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 22, 1882, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wewer, Henry T. Sr.

Henry T. Wewer Sr., 86, of 2118 Elizabeth Ave., Laureldale, died Wednesday in Reading Hospital & Medical Center, West Reading, where he had been a patient for three weeks. Born in Sheppton, he was a son of the late William and Frederika Abelen Wewer. He was employed for many years as a mail handler by the postal service in the Reading Post Office, last working in 1965. He was a member of Holy Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Church, Hyde Park. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Amelia M. Merwine, in 1995; a daughter, Amelia M. Wewer. Surviving are a son, Henry T. Jr., Reading; a brother, William, Anaheim, Calif.; a sister, Rose Waldbiesser, Laurel Commons, Muhlenberg Township, Berks County; a granddaughter; a great-grandson. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday in Holy Guardian Angels Church. Interment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.

Weyandt, Frank N.

Frank N., son of James H. and Kate Weyandt, died of convulsions at the home of the parents in Temple, aged 7 months and 11 days.

Weyant, Henry

Weyant--In St. Lawrence, on the 4th inst., Henry, son of Ellen Weyant, widow of deceased Washington Weyant, aged 6 years, 7 months and 3 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice from the residence of his mother, in St. Lawrence, on Saturday morning, at 9 o'clock at the house, Services and interment at Schwarzwald Church.

Weyant, Henry

Henry Weyant died of diphtheria at the residence of his mother, Ellen Weyant, St. Lawrence, at 4 a.m., aged 6 years, 7 months and 3 days. Deceased was ill about ? weeks. Dr. Bertolet attended. Funeral, Saturday, Oct. 8, at 9 a.m. Services at the home and interment at Schwarzwald church. Undertaker John F. Lutz will have charge.

Weyant, Verna B.

A memorial service was held for Verna B. Weyant, 69, of Turkey Hill Road, Caernarvon Township, Lancaster County, who died April 9 in Lancaster Regional Medical Center. Her husband, Henry Weyant, died in 2001. Born in Brecknock Township, she was employed for 40 years as a nurse by Jeanes Hospital, Philadelphia, retiring in 1999. She was a member of Pine Grove Mennonite Church, Bowmansville, Lancaster County. Surviving are three sisters. Burial was private in Bowmansville Mennonite Cemetery. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, Lancaster County, handled the arrangements.

Weyant, Washington

WEYANT--In Exeter township, on the 19th inst., Washington Weyant, aged 43 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from his late residence, on Monday morning at 9 o'clock at the house. Services and interment at Schwartzwald Church.

Wheitsel, Joan R.

Joan R. Wheitsel, 71, of Quakertown, died May 30, 2003 in St. Lukes Quakertown Hospital. She was the wife of Herbert L. Wheitsel. They were married for 47 years in April. Born in Telford, Bucks County, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Viola Swartley) Weidenmoyer. She was a founding charter member of the North Penn Baptist Church, Souderton. In addition to her husband she is survived by two daughters, Brenda Homar of Albany, Ore. and Wanda Slovinac of Quakertown; one son, Patrick Wheitsel of North Wales; one sister, Lorraine Rhoades of Quakertown; one granddaughter and three great-grandchildren. A graveside funeral service will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, June 4, in Northwood Cemetery, Philadelphia. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be made to North Penn Baptist Church, 64 Allentown Rd., Souderton, PA 18964. Arrangements: The Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, 20 N. Ambler St., Quakertown, PA 18951.

White, Brian S.

A funeral Mass was celebrated for Brian Stewart White, 20, of Bechtelsville, formerly of West Chester and Bridgeport, who died February 14 in the A. I. Dupont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, DE. Born in Phoenixville, he was a son of Linda (Conver) White of Bechtelsville and Joseph H. White of West Chester. White graduated in 2001 from the West Chester East High School in West Chester. He played midget football for the Bridgeport Dragons and wrestled for the Upper Merion Wrestling Association. He also coached the Thorough Blades roller hockey team in West Chester. White was a member of the Tall Cedars Norristown Forrest. He is also survived by a sister, Kristen M. White of Bechtelsville; a brother, Matthew J. White of Bridgeport; two stepbrothers, Robby Wisnewski and Stephen Wisnewski, both of West Chester; a stepmother, Virginia White of West Chester; a maternal grandfather, Charles Conver of Reading; a paternal grandmother, Nancy D'Antonio of King of Prussia; and a paternal great-grandfather, Charles Felice of Devon. Contributions may be made to the Tall Cedars Foundation, Norristown Forrest, 38 Adair Drive, Norristown, PA 19403. Burial was in Fernwood Cemetery, Royersford. The Campbell-Ennis-Klotzbach Funeral Home in Phoenixville, was in charge of the arrangements.

White, James G.

James G. White, 64, Perry Township, died of natural causes May 10 at 4:50 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since April 24. Born in Reading, he was a son of Blanche R. (Ritz) Blair, Perry Township, and the late Wilbur W. White Sr. White was employed for 44 years as an annealer by Brush-Wellman Co., Perry Township, retiring in 2004. He was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War. White, who resided with Linda Binkley, is also survived by three brothers: Sherwood F. and Gary L., both of Hamburg; and Barry L., Perry Township. Other survivors include four sisters: Doris J. (White) Slonaker, Sinking Spring; Gladys D. (White) Schearer, Blandon; Rose M. White, Perry Township; and Carol G. (White) Grim, Hamburg. Services will be private. Burial will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

White, Kathryn E.

Services were held for Kathryn E. White, 79, of Rugby Road, Exeter Township, who died December 6 in the Reading Hospital. She was the wife of Harold F. White. Born in Gibraltar, she was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Gibraltar. She is also survived by a son, William B., Reading; and a sister, Rose (Breitenstein) Detweiler, Birdsboro. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The arrangements were handled by the Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn.

White, Thomas

Found Dead in Bed. About 4:30 p.m. Friday, Thomas White was found dead in his bed in the room he occupied at the Farmers Hotel, the apparent cause being heart failure. Two years ago Mr. White and his wife came here from Harrisburg, and occupied apartments in the Germania, corner Ninth and Penn streets.

White left his former boarding place on Thursday morning. That night he secured a room at the Farmers' Hotel. Friday morning he requested another room, which was given him, leaving word with the clerk to be called at 4:30 in the afternoon. When the time arrived the unfortunate man was found dead in bed. Deceased is survived by his widow and a daughter. The former is living at the Germania.

Undertaker Seidel removed the remains to his morgue. Coroner Wagner is investigating.

White, Vernon M.

Funeral services were held for Vernon M. White, 84, a resident of Garden Spot Village, New Holland, Lancaster County, formerly of Honey Brook, who died February 10. His wife, L. Virginia (Syphard) White, died in 2002. Born in Honey Brook, White was employed for many years by Sun Pipe Line, Honey Brook, retiring in 1970. He was a graduate of Honey Brook High School. An Army veteran of World War II, White received a Purple Heart. He was a member of Pequea Presbyterian Church, Gap, Lancaster County. White was a 61-year member of Howell Lodge 405, F&AM, Honey Brook. Surviving are a daughter, Lorraine M. (White) Zakrzewski, Elverson; and two sons, J. Edwin, Orlando, Fla., and Vernon M. Jr., Lebanon. Other survivors include a sister and four grandchildren. Burial was in Pequea Presbyterian Cemetery, Gap. The Labs Funeral Home Inc., Honey Brook, was in charge of the arrangements.

Whitehead, Burton

Allentown, July 28.--Injuries received when his automobile turned turtle several times on Broad Mountain Sunday night, ended in the death of Burton Whitehead, 2l-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Whitehead, of Mauch Chunk, in Hazleton Hospital.

Melvin Savitz and Arlo Hunter, of Nescopeck Pass and A.M. Hildebrand, of Mountain Top removed Whitehead to the hosuita1.

The youth was employed by the Mauch Chunk Times-News. He is survived by his parents, a brother, Theodore, and five sisters: Edna, Amberlie, Edith, Gladys and Elizabeth, all at home.

Whitehead, Elizabeth E. (nee Arnold)

Elizabeth (Arnold), widow of Walter Scott Whitehead, died today at her home, 141 Peach street, aged 61 years. Death followed an illness of two weeks. She was a native and lifelong resident of Reading and was a member of St. James Lutheran Church. She was a daughter of the late James and Sarah (Boyer) Arnold. There survive these children: James Hart, William, Walter, Albert, Paul, Howard and Carl Whitehead; Susan, wife of Charles Swavely; Sarah, wife of Bernard Kohler; Elizabeth, wife of Roy Stoyer; Eva, wife of Raymond Strauser; and Esther, wife of Arthur Coleman, all of Reading; 28 grandchildren, two brothers and two sisters, Paris and Howard Arnold; Mrs. Minnie Brown, and Mrs. Harry Graeff, all of Reading. Funeral Directors T C Auman, Inc. are in charge. The Rev. A. C. Schenck will conduct services Saturday at 1:30. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Reading, PA, June, 19, 1934, page 20. Submitted by Diana.]

Whitman, Annie Edith (nee Potteiger)

After a lingering illness of several months, Annie Edith (Potteiger) aged 53 years, wife of George K Whitman died of complications at 7:15 o'clock Monday evening at her home, 113 Greenwich St. She had been bed fast the past week . Mrs, Whitman was a native of Reading, a daughter of the late Nathan and Tillie (Hinnershitz) Potteiger, and was a member of the Pentecostal Glad Tidings Tabernacle. She was the last of her immediate family. There survive her husband; two sons, Ralph of Gary, IN, and George of Reading; two daughters, Elsie and Anna Whitman, both at home, and three grandchildren. Funeral director, Seidel.

Whitman, Wm.

Whitman--In this city, on the 8th inst., Wm. Whitman, in the 91st year of his age. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of his son in law, J B Haberacker 126 South 4th street, on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans cemetery.

Whitmoyer, Rudolph C.D.

Rudolph C.D. "Sonny" Whitmoyer, 69, Reading, died of natural causes May 8 at 4:20 p.m. in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Shirley A. (Dunkelberger) Whitmoyer. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Rudolph C. and Anna M. (Schmale) Whitmoyer. Whitmoyer was employed for 28 years as a cook by Albright College and was last employed for 15 years as a cook by Reading Hospital, retiring in November 2000. He is also survived by a daughter, Constance A. (Whitmoyer) Ringler, and a son, John G., both of Reading. Other survivors include two sisters, Patricia A. (Witmoyer) Mohn, Birdsboro, and Bonnie M. (Whitmoyer) Leibensperger, Douglassville; and two brothers, Dennis C., Birdsboro, and Daniel V., Shillington. There are also four grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 6 p.m. in the John P. Feeney Funeral Home Inc. Burial will be in Bern Cemetery, Bern Township.

Whitner, George Sr.

Whitner--On the 13th inst., George Whitner, Sr., aged 68 years, 5 months and 10 days. His relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from his residence, in Oley township, Berks county, on Saturday, the 16th inst., at 9:30 o'clock, A.M.

Wiand, Beatrice (nee Weaver)

Services will be held Thursday for Beatrice (Weaver) Wiand, 78, of Center Road, Union Township, who died March 2. She was the wife of William C. "Pete" Wiand. She was born in Exeter and was a homemaker. Wiand was a member of the Calvary Church of Nazarene in Reading. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons, J. William Wiand of Blacklick, Ohio, and Richard David Wiand of Tyler County, W.Va.; two daughters, Ruth Ann Sherbine of Reinholds, Lancaster County, and Elizabeth Diem of Wrightsville, Pa. Also two brothers, Carl Weaver, Reading, and Kenneth Weaver of Stayton, Ore.; four sisters, Fern Gechter of St. Lawrence, Mildred McGlaughlin of Pottstown, and Esther Weaver, Margaret Petrillo and Valeria Prince, all of Birdsboro, and two grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at 10:30 at the Dengler Funeral Home, 144 N. Spruce St., Birdsboro, the Rev. David F. Watts officiating. A viewing will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Birdsboro Cemetery, Union Township.

Wick, Dorothy

Dorothy Wick, 83, of B'nai B'rith Apartments, 1026 Franklin St., Reading, died Friday afternoon at Reading Hospital & Medical Center, West Reading, of injuries suffered in an accident earlier in the day. She was born in Mahanoy City She was a member of Zion Mennonite Church, Robeson Township, Berks County. Preceding her in death were her first husband, Harry R. Quinter, in 1960; her second husband, Allen Wick, in 1986. Surviving are three sons, Harry R. Quinter, Sinking Spring, and Howard Quinter and Gerald Mason, both of Reading; a brother, James Andrules, Shillington; a sister, Jennie Fisher, Shillington. Services will be held at 7 p.m. today from Henninger Funeral Home Inc., Reading.

Wieand, Alice Hettie (nee Carl)

Alice Hettie, wife of Harry Wieand, died Tuesday at 4.15 p.m., at her home in Ringtown, near Topton, of tuberculosis, having been ill since New Year, aged 38 years and 19 days. Her father, Charles Carl, died 11 years ago. Her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Carl (nee Warmkessel); her husband; a son, Clarence, and the following brothers and sisters remain: Daniel and Oscar, of Ringtown; Milton, of Catasauqua, and Mrs. Joshua Grim of Maxatawny.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 25, 1913, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wieand, Harry

Harry Wieand, 70, a resident of Mertztown many years, died Sunday at the home of Thomas Seyfert in Upper Tulpehocken township, Berks county. He was a member of the Mertztown Reformed church. There are no known close relatives. Rev. L. R. Miller will officiate at funeral services on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Kirkhoff funeral home in Bernville, with interment in the Mertztown cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 17, 1942, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wieand, Russell K.

Russell K. Wieand, 92, of Quakertown, died Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2003 at Belle Haven Nursing Home, Quakertown. A funeral service was held Jan. 6. Interment was in Union Cemetery, Quakertown. He was the husband of the late Emily (Mellor) Noll Wieand and Lillie (Mack) Wieand. Born in Trumbauersville, he was a son of the late Norman K. and Rosa (Krause) Wieand. He was a cutter for over 40 years at the William Fretz Clothing Co., Bedminster, retiring in 1990. He was a member of First United Church of Christ, Quakertown. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Quakertown and a member of the Grundsow Lodge No. 4, Milford Square, and the former Quakertown Owls. He is survived by: two sons, David and Kenneth, both of Quakertown; one daughter, Susan Wieand, of Naples, Fla.; three brothers, Paul, of Souderton, Luther, of Quakertown, and Henry, of Emmaus; one sister, Helen Hottel, of Quakertown; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Church of Christ, Carillons Fund, P.O. Box 437, Quakertown, PA 18951. Arrangements Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.

Wieder, Charles H.

Charles H. Wieder of 839 Chestnut St., Emmaus, died Friday noon in Allentown Hospital where he was a patient for the last 11 days. He was 92. He leaves 166 direct descendants. Born in Longswamp, Berks County, he was a son of the late Stephan and Matilda (Shankweiler) Wieder. He was married to Mrs. C. Alice (Scheirer) Wieder, who died in 1941. For most of his life, he worked as a blacksmith, in his own business, for the Reading Iron Co., of Reading, and later for Donaldson Iron Co., of Emmaus. He lived in Emmaus for 48 years. He had been retired for about 30 years. He was a member of POS of A and St. John's Evangelical and Reformed Church, both Emmaus, and IOOF and Knights of the Golden Eagle, both Macungie. Surviving are eight sons, Alba and William, Allentown; John, Chicago, and Oscar, Fred, Clarence, Joseph and Henry, all of Emmaus; four daughters, Carrie, wife of Horace Bilger; Stella, wife of Milton Stortz; Mrs. Ella Kline and Hattie, wife of William Correll, all Emmaus; 49 grandchildren; 90 great-grandchildren, 15 great-great-grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. Maggie Jarrett, Allentown. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Florence, and a son, Charles. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 17, 1955, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wieder, Ellen M. (nee Weigle)

Mrs. Ellen M. Wieder, 87, died late Tuesday night at Topton Lutheran Home. She was the widow of Edwin J. Wieder. Born in Albany Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Amanda Fry Weigle. She was a member of Topton Lutheran Church. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in Delong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton, with viewing tomorrow from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 2, 1959, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wieder, Savannah (nee Bauer)

Savannah, wife of James Wieder, of Reading, died in a hospital there early Saturday morning, following an operation for cancer. She was the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Bauer, of Church street, Macungie. She is survived by her husband, who is a native of Emaus, and four children, two sons and two daughters, as also her parents and one sister, Estella, at their home here, and one brother, Asher Bauer, of Allentown. She brought her age to 46 years. She was an estimable woman and numerous friends condole with the relatives in their bereavement. The funeral will be held this Thursday forenoon. The remains will be brought here and services will be held and interment made at the Baptist Church.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, December 1, 1910, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wieder, Savannah (nee Bauer)

Mrs. Savannah Wieder (nee Bauer), wife of James Wieder, of Reading, died of a complication of diseases in the Reading hospital, Saturday, aged 45 years and 5 days. She was in ill health since last Monday, and was removed to the hospital last Tuesday. Deceased was born in Macungie and had been a resident of Reading for 24 years. She was a daughter of William and Maria Bauer. Besides her husband and parents, she is survived by these children, William, Fred, Ella and Edna; also a sister, Estella, of Reading, and a brother, Asher, of Allentown. She was a member of St. Paul's United Evangelical church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 28, 1910, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wiegner, Leanna

Leanna Wiegner died of apoplexy at the residence of Henry B. Bauer, Huff's Church, aged 69 years. Deceased had been ailing for years. Mrs. George H. Long and Mrs. Amanda Schultz, of Reading, are sisters.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 1, 1906, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wiend, Matilda

In this city, on the 5th, Matilda, wife of the late Rev. Daniel Wiend, aged 85 years and 20 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence 225 N 8th St., on Wednesday at 1:30 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Wiesner, Adeline (nee Trump)

Ill for the past few weeks from the effects of complications, Adeline, nee Trump, widow of Charles Wiesner, 237 North Second street, Emaus, passed away yesterday. She was in her eightieth year. A daughter of the late William and Catherine, nee Fenstermaker, Trump, she was born near Longswamp, Berks county, on August 3, 1855. Shortly thereafter her family moved to Emaus. Upon her marriage to Mr. Weisner, the couple made their home in Philadelphia. About fifteen years ago, following the death of her husband, she returned to Emaus. Surviving her are one sister and one brother, Mrs. Howard N. Knauss and Penneville Trump, both of Emaus. Funeral services will be held from the Ritter and Busby funeral home, 38 South Fifth street, Emaus, Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, D.S.T., with the Rev. D. C. Kaufman officiating. Interment will take place in the Moravian cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 17, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wiest, Catharine A. (nee DeTurk)

Catharine A. DeTurk, wife of Harry D. Wiest and daughter of the late Abraham U. DeTurk and wife, Maria Anna Balthaser, born Nov. 6, 1869, U. Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co., Pa., was baptized Dec. 12, 1869, by Rev. Finfrock, and confirmed in Zion Church, Strausstown in 1883 by Rev. Finfrock. She was united in marriage to Harry D. Wiest, Feb. 1, 1896, at Rehrersburg, by Rev. L. D. Stambaugh. She departed this life on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 1931, in their home, U. Tulpehocken Twp., at the age of 61 years, 9 months and 5 days, and is survived by her husband, two sons, seven grandchildren, one brother and two sisters. Her funeral was held Aug. 15, with services in their home and Zion Church, Strausstown, where burial took place.

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

Wiest, George H.

George H. Wiest, 66, of 101 West Roseville Road, Lancaster, died peacefully at his home on December 22, 2005 at 2:15 AM, following a three year illness.

Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Dr. Philip and Carolyn Flatt Wiest. He was the husband of Elinor Kissinger Wiest and they celebrated their 44th wedding anniversary on Oct. 21.

A 1957 graduate of Reading High School, Wiest graduated from Juniata College in 1961 with a bachelor of science degree. Following graduate school at the Wharton School of Finance, University of Pennyslvania, Philadelphia, Wiest moved to Wyomissing in 1963 and joined the Reading office of an international accounting firm, Ernst & Ernst where he worked until 1972. At that time, Wiest moved to Lancaster and joined the accounting firm of Kuntz, Briggs, Fultineer, Lesher and Siegrist. He retired as a partner with Kuntz Lesher LLP, CPAs of Lancaster, now Reinsel Kuntz Lesher of Reading, in December, 2002.

He was a member of both the American Institute and the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He served on numerous professional and community boards and committees in Berks County and Lancaster County. He was a member of the Hamilton Club, Bent Creek Country Club and the Tucquan Club.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Jill, wife of Robert W. Garcia, Oak Hill, VA and Jane, wife of Allen E. Appen, Landon, England; six grandchildren: RJ and Justin Garcia, Oak Hill, VA; Isabel, Annelise, Eric and Phoebe Appen, London, England; two sisters, Phyllis, wife of Dr. Edward R. Gilbert, Reiffton, and Betsy, wife of Jeffrey M. Power, Wyomissing; one brother, Dr. Philip R. Wiest, II, husband of Tracy B. Wiest, Annandale, VA.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to the held on Thursday, Dec. 29 at 10 AM at Saint James Episcopal Church, 119 North Duke Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. There will be no viewing. The family will receive guests at the church prior to the service from 9 to 10 AM.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciated memorial contributions be made to Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Drive, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125, or the American Cancer Society, 498 Bellevue Ave., Reading, PA 19605.

Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Inc., Wernersville, PA is in charge of arrangements.

Wilczynski, Vincent F.

Among the local survivors of Vincent F. Wilczynski, 88, of Alsace Township, who died May 22 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital, is a daughter, Linda L. (Wilczynski) Kohl, Hamburg.

Wilczynski, Vincent F.

Services were held for Vincent F. Wilczynski, 88, of Antietam Road, Alsace Township, who died May 22 in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Margaret M. (Hemmig) Wilczynski. He was employed as an edge trimmer for Feinn and Glass, Reading, for 30 years and then as a press operator of Dana Corp. for 13 years, until his retirement in 1976. He founded and played accordion in the bands Wonders of the Wasteland and Popeye and His Sailors from 1935 to 1940. He is survived by a son, Vincent F. Jr., Sinking Spring; and four daughters: Dorothy V. (Wilczynski) Maxwell, West Lawn; Margaret M. (Wilczynski) Long, with whom he last resided; Linda L. (Wilczynski) Kramer, Hamburg; and Jacqueline M. (Wilczynski) Kohl, Robesonia. Other survivors include a sister; 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Burial was in St. Peter's Cemetery, Molltown. The Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading, handled the arrangements.

Wilczynski, Vincent F.

Among the local survivors of Vincent F. Wilczynski, 88, of Alsace Township, who died May 22 in Reading Hospital, is a daughter, Linda L. (Wilczynski) Kramer, Hamburg.

Wiley, Susan

West Leesport: Susan, widow of Washington Wiley, who died in Maidencreek, was about 70 years of age. Her husband died about 20 years ago and was a prominent farmer. She died at the old homestead, about 3 miles east of this place, where she resided the past 8 years. Her maiden name was HUY. These brothers and sisters remain: Elizabeth; wife of Jacob FREEMAN, of Leesport; Sallie, Jacob and James, who reside on the old HUY homestead in Ontelaunee, and Kate, widow of Dr. Owen H. WILEY, of Ontelaunee. Mary, a twin sister of deceased, died some years ago. She was the wife of Solomon MILLER, of Virginville. The children of the deceased are John, of Ontelaunee; Sallie, at home, and Howard, deceased the past 10 years. She has been ailing the past year.

Wily, Susan K.

WILY - In Maidencreek, on the 29th inst., Mrs. Susan K. WILY. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, Maidencreek, Berks Co., on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 1899. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Wilhelm, Agnes

Wilhelm - In Bethel, September 27th, Agnes, daughter of James Monroe and Bella Wilhelm, aged 4 months and 7 days.

Wilhelm, Esther D.

Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Esther D. Wilhelm, 89, of Main Street, Bernville, who died April 24 in Phoebe Berks Health Care Center, Wernersville, where she had resided since Oct. 21. Burial was in St. Thomas Cemetery, Bernville. She was predeceased by her husband, Carl F. Wilhelm, who died Dec. 4, 1995. Born in Penn Township, she was a daughter of the late Harvey S. and Rosa M. (Wagner) Kirkhoff. She was a charter member of Young at Heart Club, Bernville. Wilhelm was a member of St. Thomas United Church of Christ, Bernville. Surviving are two sons, C. Frederick, Broadalbin, N.Y., and Richard K. Wilhelm, Flourtown, Chester County; and three daughters: Jane M. (Wilhelm) Kline, Bernville; Marjorie A. (Wilhelm) Shiner, Rehrersburg; and Dorothy M. (Wilhelm) Wagner, Leesport. There are also eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and a brother, Irvin J. Kirkhoff, Temple.

Wilhelm, Esther L.

Graveside memorial services were held in St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery, Hamburg, for Esther L. Wilhelm, formerly of North Fourth Street, Hamburg, who died March 7 in Reading Hospital, where she was admitted earlier that day. She had resided in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, since April 1995. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond H. Wilhelm, who died Jan. 20, 1961. Born in Hamburg, she was a daughter of the late Milton C. and Sallie L. (Miller) Starr. Wilhelm was a member of St. John's Church, Hamburg. She is survived by a sister, Cathryn M. Starr, Hamburg. Also surviving are two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Betty Jane Wilhelm, in 1928 and by a son, Raymond M. Wilhelm, in 1973. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, was in charge of arrangements.

Wilhelm, Jacob

Wilhelm, John

Wilhelm - In Tulpehoccon, November 22d, John Wilhelm, aged 87 years, 8 months and 25 days.

Wilhelm, Lyman Albert

In Upper Tulpehocken, on the 6th inst., Lyman Albert, son of John P. Wilhelm, aged 12 months.

Wilhelm, Philip

Wilhelm - In Tulpehocken, November 30th, Philip Wilhelm, son of Philip and Elizabeth Wilhelm, and widower of Elizabeth Henne, aged 83 years, 4 months and 19 days.

Wilk, Martin S.

On the 29th day of January, Martin S., widower of Myrtle (nee Arnold) Wilk of 15 Mills Rd., Reinholds, aged 79 years. Services will be Wednesday at 10 am in the Auman Funeral Home, Reiffton, 390 W Neversink Rd. Interment in Forest Hills Memorial Park. Friends may call Wednesday from 9 to 10 am.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Reading, PA, Monday, February 1, 1999. Submitted by Diana.]

Wilk, Myrtle E. (nee Arnold)

Services for Mrs. Myrtle E. Wilk, 53, of 346 N 12th St, who died Friday afternoon in St Joseph's Hospital, where she had been earlier in the day, will be arranged by Theo. C. Auman, Inc. The wife of Martin Wilk, she was born in Reading, a daughter of the late Howard and Edna (Bilger) Arnold. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a sister, Betty J. Arnold, Reading.

On the 6th inst, Myrtle E Wilk, nee Arnold, wife of Martin Wilk of 336 N 13th St, age 53 years. Services from Theo C Auman, Inc, 247 Penn St, Tuesday at 1 pm. Interment in Forest Hills Memorial Park. Friends may call Monday Evening 7 to 9.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Reading, PA, Sunday, June, 8, 1975. Submitted by Diana.]

Wilkinson, Harry G.

In the city, on the 10th inst., Harry G. Wilkinson, aged 59 years, 11 months and 11 days. Relatives and friends, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the funeral parlors of T. C. Auman, 247 Penn Street, on Monday at 8 p.m. Will leave on 12:23 P & R train on Tuesday for Norristown, where further services and Interment will take place.

Wilkinson, Helen B.

Private services were held for Helen B. Wilkinson, 92, of the Highlands at Wyomissing, who died January 17 in Reading Hospital. Wilkinson was a charter resident of the Highlands in 1989. Her husband, George G. Wilkinson, died in 1983. Born in Boyertown, she had worked for four years, 1931-35, as the operator of her father's business, J.J. Brown Furniture, Boyertown. She was a member of Bausman Memorial United Church of Christ, Wyomissing. Wilkinson attended Beaver College, Glenside, Montgomery County, and graduated in 1931 from the University of Pennsylvania. She was a gray lady volunteer in admissions for the Reading Hospital and a volunteer in the gift shop at the Highlands. Surviving is a son, G. Garrett, Cumru Township, and a daughter, Nancy W. (Wilkinson) Greytok, Rosemont, Delaware County. There are also four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The arrangements were handled by the Henninger Funeral Home Inc., Reading.

Will, Amelia (nee Schearer)

Kutztown, April 8- Amelia (Schearer), widow of William Will, died yesterday at her home, 119 Greenwich Street, this borough. Surviving are three sisters and a brother, Annie M. Schearer, this borough, Mrs. Benjamin Becker, Mrs. Amos Esterly, and James R. Schearer, all of Reading. Funeral services Saturday at 2 p.m. in St. John's Reformed Church, the Rev. E. K. Angstadt officiating. Interment in Dunkel's Church Cemetery, in charge of funeral, Director William S. Fritz.

Will, Diana (nee Moyer)

Death of Mrs. Diana WILL
Diana, nee MOYER, wife of Abraham WILL, died yesterday at her late home, 330 South Reading Avenue, of a complication of diseases. She was aged 65 years 7 months and 15 days. She is survived by her husband and the following brothers and sisters: Lizzie wife of Irvin HOFFMAN, of Philadelphia; William K. MOYER, of town; Kate, wife of John CLOUSER, of Reading; Newberry MOYER and Fred MOYER of Allentown; Sallie wife of Warren DELLICKER, of Reading; one half-brother Irvin K. MOYER, of Greenville, PA and one half-sister Amanda wife of John CARL, of Emmaus. The funeral will be held on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. with short services at the house and further services in Fairview Chapel. Interment in Fairview Cemetery.

Will, Eliza (nee Weiler)

Eliza, widow of Thomas Will, of Reading, died at her home last Wednesday, the 18th inst., of a complication of ills, after a long sickness, aged 72 years, 8 months and 1 day. She was buried on Monday on Charles Evans cemetery, that city. Deceased was a daughter of the late George and Margaret Weiler, of Longswamp. She was known to many Progress readers and was a most excellent lady. Two sons, a daughter and four grandchildren survive, as also three sisters, Mrs. J. Peter Haas, of Reading; Mrs. Edwin Fegely, of near Lehigh Church, and Mrs. A. Knauss, of town, who, in company of the publisher, attended the funeral.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, November 26, 1903, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Will, James

James Will died at Huff's Church on Monday from acute mania supposed to have been brought on from working on the road last Wednesday breaking stones all day in the sun. Soon after returning he became delirious and very violent, remaining in that condition up to his death. He was a graduate of the Keystone State Normal School, Kutztown, taught school successfully for many years in Hereford township, was tax collector of the township, was superintendent of the Huff Church school last term, and was, in many ways, a useful and intelligent man in his township and neighborhood. His widow, Amanda, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Rohrbach, and three children; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John F. Will, and two sisters, Mrs. Milton Rohrbach and Mary, living at home, all of Huff's Church, survive. His age was about 40 years.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 13, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Will, John R. Jr.

John R. Will, Jr., of Huff's Church, died on Wednesday of last week from the effects of a gunshot wound. In climbing over a fence lately, while gunning, he fell and the contents of both barrels of his shot gun were discharged into his hip. Lockjaw ensued and caused his death. Deceased was 20 years old and resided with his grandfather. His father died many years ago and his mother is now Mrs. Charles Dierolf, of Zionsville.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, November 12, 1908, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Will, Thomas

A number of relatives and friends in these parts attended the funeral of Thomas Will, at Reading, yesterday. Deceased was a native of near Churchville, Berks county. He was married to a daughter of the long deceased George Weiler, of Longswamp, and resided in that township for years when he moved to Reading. He was Prison Warden one term and held the respect and esteem of many friends. He also for the last few years held a position in the office of the Reading Gas Company when heart troubles caused his retirement. He brought his age to 72 years and left a wife, one daughter and two sons.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 3, 1895, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Will, Walter W.

Walter W. Will, 72, of 739 Main St., Pennsburg, died at his home Thursday night. He was a retired carpenter formerly employed at the foundry in East Greenville and a veteran of World War I. Born in Huffs Church, Berks County, he was the son of the late James and Amanda (Rohrbach) Will. Will was a member of the Lutheran Congregation of Huffs Church. Surviving are one brother, Eli E. Will, of Nutley, N.J., two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Rock and Edna, wife of Edward Hill, both of Mt. Ranier, Md. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Mann Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville. Viewing will be after 7 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 15, 1967, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Willauer, Henry K.

Henry K. Willauer, clerk in E.G. Fegley's store at Treichlersville, died of the grip, aged 51 years.

Willauer, Morris L.

Morris Leon Willauer, 65, Boyertown, died of natural causes May 3 in Pottstown Medical Center, where he had been a patient two weeks. His wife, Janet L. (Green) Willauer, died April 16, 2000. Willauer was employed as a machinist by Handy & Harmon, Norristown. Surviving are two stepsons, Leroy A. and Eugene L. Markle, both of Boyertown; and a stepdaughter, Kathy M. (Freeman) Bentz, Douglassville. Services will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro. Burial will be in Birdsboro Cemetery, Union Township.

Williams, Anna I.

The funeral of Anna I. Williams, widow of Josiah Williams, was held from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Cora E. Hangen, 1164 Perkiomen avenue. Services were conducted at the house by Rev. Dr. J.H. Hackenberg. The remains were attired in a black silk dress and rested in a square-cornered black cloth-covered casket with ebony and silver trimmings. Interment was made in Charles Evans Cemetery. Undertaker Seidel had charge.

Williams, Anna I.

Williams--In this city on the 4th inst., Anna I., widow of Josiah Williams, aged 68 years and 29 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Cora E. Hangen, 1164 Perkiomen Ave., Monday at 2 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers.

Willie, Amanda

WILLIE - In this city, Amanda Willie aged 36 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, 106, North 5th St., on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the house. Services at Alsace Lutheran Church. Interment in Alsace Cemetery.

Willing, Dorothy M.

Services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Dorothy M. Willing, 81, of East Pine Street, Hamburg, who died May 24 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where she had been a patient four days. Burial was in Sky View Memorial Park, Hometown, Schuylkill County. She was predeceased by her husband, Eugene Willing, who died Sept. 20, 1982. Born in Tamaqua, Schuylkill County, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Emma Reiver, and the adopted daughter of the late Oscar and Lottie (Schade) Beltz. She was a member of Zion United Church of Christ, Perry Township. Surviving are a son, Eugene T. Willing, Hockessin, Del.; and two daughters, Cheryl L. (Willing) Comisac, Windsor Township, and Dianna S. (Willing) Jones, Wilmington, Del. There are also five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two brothers, Henry Reber, Coaldale, Schuylkill County and Frederick Reber, Lancaster.

Williams, Constance V.

Among the local survivors of Constance V. (Bendel) Williams, formerly of Reading, who died May 3 in her Zellwood Station, Florida residence, is a daughter, Joan (Williams) Egolf, Fleetwood.

Williams, Emma C. (nee Hopkins)

Mrs. Emma C. Williams of 312 Liberty St., Bethlehem, died yesterday in her home. She was 92. Born in Mertztown, she was a daughter of the late William and Abigail (Stine) Hopkins. She was the widow of John B. Williams. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Bethlehem. Surviving is a daughter, Mrs. Ralph McConaghey, with whom she resided; 13 grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family in the Ashton Funeral Home, Center and Market streets, Bethlehem. There will be no viewing.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 3, 1963, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Williams, Evelyn M.

Memorial services were held in Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, Emmaus, for Evelyn M. Williams, formerly of Rockland Township, who died Dec. 11 in Cedarbrook Nursing Home, where she had resided since January. Burial was private. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond F. Williams, who died April 27, 1988. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Adam B. and Rossette (Messerschmidt) May. Until retiring in 1979, she was employed as a bookeeper by American Bank, Reading, for 20 years. She was a member of Holy Spirit Church. Surviving are two daughters, Jane (Williams) Whirl, South Whitehall Township, and Roberta (Willams) Keck, Cumru Township. There is also a sister, Kathryn (May) Johnson, Williamsport, Lycoming County. The Auman Funeral Home, Reading, was in charge of arrangements.

Williams, Helen Estella

Ill for some time, Helen Estella Williams died Saturday at the home of her parents, John H. and Irene, nee Hauck, Williams, of Kutztown R. 3. She was 28 years old. survivors are her parents, two brothers, Paul S. Williams, Kutztown R. 3; Earl J. E. Williams, U.S. Army, somewhere in France; and a sister, Beulah E., wife of Harold E. Williamson, Hamburg. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Fritz funeral home, Kutztown, with the Rev. E. J. Angstadt officiating. Interment in Hope cemetery, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 5, 1944, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Williams, Janet

Services were held for Janet Williams, 76, formerly of Birdsboro, who died February 8 in her residence in Wyoming, Del. Her husband, David L. Williams, died in 2001. Born in Birdsboro, she had been employed for 27 years as an elementary school physical education teacher by the Caesar Rodney School District, Dover, Del., retiring in 1988. She was a member of Wyoming United Methodist Church. Williams was a 1949 graduate of East Stroudsburg University Monroe County and was a life member of the Garden Club of Dover, Del. Surviving are two daughters, Mary W. (Williams) Conlon, Smyrna, Del., and Amy W. (Williams) Griffith, Apopka, Fla.; and two sons, Robert R., Elkton, Md., and William J., West Chester. Other survivors include two sisters, Joella (Thompson) Bradshaw and Sally (Thompson) Steinhauer, both of Orange, Va.; and three brothers:, Robert and George Thompson, both of Birdsboro; and Fred Thompson, Lexington Park, Md. There are also 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Burial was in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Camden, Del. The Pippin Funeral Home, Wyoming, Del., was in charge of the arrangements.

Williams, John W.

Funeral services were held for John W. Williams, 94, Hearthstone Drive, Exeter Township, who died August 18 in Reading Hospital. He was predeceased by his wife, Evelyn M. (Stalnecker) Williams. Born in Reading, Williams ran Orchards from 1943 until his retirement in 1982. For several years he was employed as a stone cutter by Eisenhower Monuments, Muhlenberg Township, and also by the Reading Co. He was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Hyde Park, where he was a teacher of the Men's Bible Class. Williams was president of the Alsace Cemetery Board, Hyde Park, from 1991 to 1999. He was a 77-year member of Camp 68, Patriotic Order Sons of America, Hyde Park, where he was the assistant financial secretary for 20 years, and a past director and a trustee for 50 years. He was the recipient of Camp 68's "Washington Award" and received the "Man of the Year" award for the Berks County P.O.S. of A. He was named trustee emeritus P.O.S. of A. for the state camp. Also a life member of Lodge 62, F&AM, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Reading; Neversink Forest 32, Tall Cedars of Lebanon; Rajah Temple, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine; and the Goodwill Fire Company, Hyde Park, and its beneficial association. He was past director for 18 years of Red Cheek Inc., Fleetwood and past president of the Berks County Fruit Growers Association. Surviving are two daughters, Eileen M. (Williams) Teater, Reading, and Barbara A. (Williams) Howell, Charlotte, N.C. Other survivors include three sisters: Mary (Williams) Stolle, a resident at the Berkshire Center, Exeter Township; Sara (Williams) Heere, Wyomissing; and Mabel (Williams) Hower, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. There are also four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Burial was in Alsace Cemetery, Hyde Park. The arrangements were handled by the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale.

Williams, Kate C.

Williams -- In West Reading, on Monday March 21st, Kate C, wife of O. W. Williams, of consumption aged 36 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her husband 134 Second Ave., West Reading, on Saturday at 9 o'clock sharp. The funeral will proceed to Kutztown on the 10:15 train and services held at the Union Church, that place. Interment at 2 o'clock from the residence of her parents Samuel and Lydia Snyder, corner Walnut and White Oak Streets.

Williams, Loveina N. (nee Reightmyer)

Among the local survivors of Loveina N. (Reightmyer) Houck Williams, of Shillington, who died March 10 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since Feb. 7, is a brother, Russell H. Rightmyer, Topton.

Williams, Monique S.

Monique S. Williams, 32, Reading, died April 30 at 5:15 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since Jan. 17. The cause of death is under investigation. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Allen and Sherril V. (Hightower) Pierce and stepdaughter of Joseph Hightower, Reading. Williams was last employed as a certified nurse's assistant by Nurses Available, Reading. She is also survived by two sons, Shawn Little Jr. and Shandel Little, and two daughters, Marqueysha L. Williams and Shadeya S. Spencer, all of Reading. Other survivors include a sister, Majalettah Sadler, Reading; and four brothers: Christopher Williams, Northampton; Charles and Jonathan Pierce, both of Harrisburg; and Ra-Allahie Sadler, Reading. There are also a stepbrother, Jeremiah Hightower, Pittsburgh; and a stepsister, Jacqueline Hightower, Reading. Services will be Monday at 11 a.m. in God's Worship and Praise Center, Reading. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. T.J. Baker Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Willits, Clayton G.

The typhoid fever epidemic at Reading was the cause of another death yesterday when Clayton G. Willits, aged 32 years, passed away unexpectedly at the Homeopathic Hospital. A brother, John G., is seriously ill with the same disease at his home. Mr. Willits enjoyed the best of health until about five weeks ago. He was employed by the P. & R.

[Source: The Allentown Democrat, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, December 2, 1908, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Willits, Thomas A.

Among the local survivors of Thomas A. Willits, 62, who died Nov. 3 in his South Heidelberg Township residence, is a daughter, Terissa W. (Willits) Roberts, Bern Township.

Willman, Elizabeth J.

Pottstown, June 29 (Special). Word has been received in Pottstown of the death on Monday at Visalia, Cal. Of Elizabeth J., widow of George E. Willman. She was aged 78 years. Mr. and Mrs. Willman were former well-known Pottstown residents and moved to California about 17 years ago. Mrs. Willman died from a complication of ailments after a long illness. The following children survive: Harvey, Philadelphia; Howard and Edgar, Visalia, Cal.; May, wife of Hilary R. Boettner, Visalia. Her husband died eight years ago.

Willman, Stanley L.

Services will be held for Stanley L. Willman, 82, of West Green Street, Reading, who died March 28 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Rose Marie (Steubing) Willman. Born in Oley, Willman had been employed for 10 years as an orderly by Berks Heim, retiring in 1974. He had previously worked 20 years in stone masonry. He was an Army veteran of World War II. In addition to his wife, he is survived by five daughters: Joan L. (Willman) Shaffer, Blandon; Mary Willman, Boyertown; Tina Willman and Melissa (Willman) Adams, both of Reading; and Penny Willman, Wyomissing. Other survivors include six sons: Paul L., Hamburg; George W., Reading; Stanley L. Jr., Boyertown; Steve, Kutztown; Steward J., Schwenksville; and Jesse S., Wyomissing. Other survivors include two brothers, Walter, Boyertown, and Paul, of Turlock, Calif., and two sisters, Helen (Willman) Hess, in California, and Mary (Willman) Miller, Laureldale. There also are 17 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Willman was predeceased by a daughter, Judy A. (Willman) DeTemple, in 1980. Services will be April 3 at 8 p.m. in the Auman Funeral Home, Reading. Burial will be private.

Wilson, Elizabeth (nee Bingaman)

Elizabeth, widow of Joseph Wilson, died at her residence, 319 South 3d, of a complication of diseases, aged 55 years. Deceased was ailing six months. She was a member of St. James' Lutheran Church and leaves many friends. Her husband preceded her in death 14 months. These children remain: Matthew and Edmund Wilson, both of this city, and two sisters, Mrs. Matthan Harbeter and Mrs. Kate Reinhart, and one brother, Robert Bingaman, all of this city.

Wilson, John Raymond

John Raymond Wilson, Emmaus, 48, admitted to the Allentown hospital Sunday following a stroke, died Monday morning. He was a son of Leland and Emma (Fenstermacher) Wilson, born in Longswamp township, Berks county. Since young manhood, he was employed by L. F. Grammes and Sons as a machinist. He was a member of the United Electrical and Radio Machine Workers of America � (CIO) and of St. John's Reformed church, Emmaus. Throughout life he was an ardent follower of field and stream sports. He is survived by his wife, Violet (Dennis) Wilson; two sons, don and Harold, at home; two sisters, Mrs. Evelyn Zollinger and Mrs. Wilbur Ritter, both of Allentown, and two brothers, James and Millard, Emmaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 20, 1948, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wilson, Lucretia W.

Wilson--In Hamburg, on the 3d inst., Lucretia W., wife of William B. Wilson, Jr., aged 33 years, 4 months and 1 day. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from Mortuary parlors of Theo C. Auman, 247 Penn St., on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery. Friends may call Monday evening between 7 and 9.

Wilson, Nancy L.

Nancy L. Wilson, 62, Ontelaunee Township, died May 25 at 4:37 p.m. in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient for one week. Her husband, William H. Wilson, died July 29, 1999. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Leroy and Lydia (Hafer) Dunkelberger. Wilson is survived by a son, Michael S. Krick, Wyomissing; and two daughters, Melissa A. (Krick) Moyer, West Lawn, and Marie K. (Krick) Cronan, with whom she last resided. Other survivors include four brothers: Terry Dunkelberger, Bernville; Donald and Earl Dunkelberger, both of Reading; and Herbert Dunkelberger, Sinking Spring; and five sisters: Betty (Dunkelberger) Cleaver, Cumru Township; Fern (Dunkelberger) Calabrese, Exeter Township; Linda (Dunkelberger) George, Gastonia, N.C.; Donna Jean (Dunkelberger) Slider, Kutztown; and Mary (Dunkelberger) Bataller, Reading. There are also five grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Shelly L. Krick, in 1969. Services will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring. Burial will be private.

Wilson Sr., Oliver J.

Among the local survivors of Oliver J. Wilson Sr., 82, who died June 1 in his Laureldale residence, is a son, Oliver J. Wilson Jr., Bernville.

Wilt, Mary E. (nee Reinhard)

A resident of the Center Valley section for 60 years, Mrs. Mary E. Wilt died at 8:30 o'clock yesterday morning at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Wilt, Center Valley. She was 83. Mrs. Wilt suffered a stroke on Nov. 1 and had been bedfast since that time. Prior to Nov. 1 she had enjoyed fairly good health. Born in Hereford township, Berks county, on Feb. 18, 1857, she was the daughter of George and Julia, nee Frederick, Reinhard. She was a member of the Lutheran wing of St. Paul's (Blue) church. Surviving are two sons, Edwin J. and Charles R., both of Center Valley, and a brother, Jacob Reinhard, Palo Alto, Calif., four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Predeceasing her were her husband, John D. Wilt; two sons, Morris and George; three sisters, Emma Strohm, Kate Benner and Elizabeth Bauder, and one brother, Addison Reinhard. Brief services will be held at the late residence on Friday at 1:30 p.m., followed by regular services in St. Paul's (Blue) church at 2 p.m. The Rev. Daniel D. Kistler will officiate and burial will be made in Woodland cemetery, Blue church. Friends may call at the late home Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 27, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wiltraut, Daniel

On the 31st October, in Greenwich, Daniel Wiltraut, in the 49th year of his age.

Wiltrout, Jennie Remite (nee Fenstermacher)

Jennie Remite Wiltrout, 55, widow of Lawson J. Wiltrout and a well-known resident of Topton, died suddenly at 3:10 o'clock yesterday morning as the result of an apoplectic stroke at her home, Cherry and High streets, Topton. Mr. Wiltrout preceded his wife in death about nineteen months ago. She was born in Longswamp township, the daughter of the late James O. and Floranda, nee Miller, Fenstermacher. She was a member of the Reformed congregation, of the Longswamp church, and the Trinity Lutheran Sunday school, of Topton. Two daughters, Mrs. Victor Snyder and Arline, both at home; a son, Rellie C., of Topton, and two grandchildren survive, as do the following brothers and sisters: William, Allentown; Harvey, Leon, Francis and Harry, of Topton; Mrs. Emma Wilson, Emaus; Mrs. George C. Reinert, Fleetwood R.D., Mrs. Robert Master, Mertztown R.D., and Mrs. Ralph Hock, Catasauqua. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 1:30 o'clock from her late home, Cherry and High streets, Topton. Continued services will be held in the Longswamp church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth and Rev. William H. Kline will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 27, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wiltrout, Katie B. (nee Fegley)

Mrs. Katie B. Wiltrout of 238 e. Walnut St., Kutztown, died yesterday at Allentown Hospital. She was 76. Born in Windsor Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Anna Luckenbill Fegley. Her husband, Frank E. Wiltrout, died in 1941. She was a member of St. John's Church, Kutztown. Surviving are two sons, Curtis W. and Luther J., both of Kutztown; a daughter, Annie, wife of Monroe Swoyer, Phoenix, Ariz.; 13 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren, and a brother, William Sunday, Kutztown. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in St. John's Church. Viewing will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 18, 1960, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wiltrout, Lawson Jonathan

Repeated threats of suicide, made by Lawson Jonathan Wiltrout, 51, of Topton, over a period of several years, became a reality early yesterday morning when he ended his life on High street, that borough, about two blocks from his home. Several hours later a resident of the borough, on his way to work, stumbled across the body from which the top of the head had been blown by the discharge of a shotgun. For some time past, Wiltrout, during fits of despondency, threatened to destroy himself but when he failed to make the first few threats good his family took them lightly. Of late months he realized that his threats were not taken seriously anymore by members of the family and he adopted the idea of taking the gun with him and shooting it off in the yard of his home. On the first occasion of the shooting, the family rushed out, badly frightened, only to meet Wiltrout returning to the house. After several of these attempts to frighten the family, his wife refused to take him seriously. Early yesterday morning he made the same threat and, taking his shotgun, left the house. His wife thought nothing of it and, expecting him to return home shortly, retired. A short time later, about three o'clock, she heard the shot and although she was somewhat alarmed, thought it was just another bluff. It was not until about daybreak that Wiltrout was found lying in the street with the top of his head shot off. Wiltrout was born in Rockland township, Berks county, a son of the late Stanley L. and Sarah Scheirer Wiltrout. Many years ago he removed to Topton and secured employment in the plant of the DeLong Furniture company in whose employ he remained until the time of his death. He was a member of the P.O.S. of A. and Knights of the Golden Eagle, of Topton. Upon discovery of his death yesterday morning, Deputy Coroner Dr. C. F. Smith, of Topton, was notified. After issuing a certificate of death, the deputy coroner gave permission to Undertaker Irvin DeLong, of Topton, to remove the body and prepare it for burial. Mr. Wiltrout is survived by his widow, Jennie, nee Fenstermacher; three children, Arline, at home; Rellie, of Lyons, and Mrs. Victor Snyder, of Topton; one grandchild, a sister, Mrs. William Christman, of Fleetwood R. D., and a step-sister, Mrs. Llewellyn Berg, of Kutztown. Private funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock at his late home, High and Cherry streets, Topton. Interment will be made in the Longswamp church cemetery. Friends may call Thursday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 3, 1931, pages 5 and 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wiltrout, Rellie C.

Rellie C. Wiltrout, 53, 224 Barkley St., Topton, died yesterday morning at Reading Hospital. Husband of Emma R. Mertz Wiltrout, he was a cabinet maker by trade and was employed at the Allen Organ Co., Macungie. He was born in Longswamp township, a son of the late Lawson and Jennie Fenstermacher. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton, and the Topton Fire Co. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Rachel A., wife of Richard Grim, Reading; Reynold C., U.S. Army in Japan; and Joyce, a student nurse at the Reading Hospital. Two sisters also survive, verna, wife of Victor Snyder, Topton; and Arlene Wiltrout, Topton. Funeral services Saturday 2 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 20, 1954, page 37. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wiltrout, Wirt C.

Wirt C. Wiltrout, 81, of Kutztown R. 3, died Thursday at his winter home in Dania, Fla. He was the husband of Dorothy C. (Rhode) Wiltrout. He was owner and operator of Kutztown Auto Co. for many years, retiring in 1972. Born Richmond Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Peter and Lydia (Knittle) Wiltrout. His widow is the only survivor. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, 55 Noble St., Kutztown. A calling period beginning at noon will precede the services.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, May 24, 1981, page D-8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wily, Martha

Wily -- In Leesport, on July 20th, Martha, widow of Dr. Penrose Wily, aged 61 years.

Wingert, Isaac B.

Isaac B. Wingert, a retired Reading railway locomotive engineer, died of complications Sunday evening at the Reading hospital after an illness of more than two months. He was in faith health previous to being stricken on May 29, when complications set in. Mr. Wingert was pensioned by the Reading company in February, 1925, when he completed forty-nine years of service. At the time of his retirement, he was employed as an engineer on the work train of the railroad. He often spoke of his experiences on the railroad, including an incident on the lower end of the Tamaqua yard, when engine 114 left the track and tumbled into the Schuylkill river. On another occasion he was out forty-six hours with a snow plow. It was during a severe blizzard on the Shamokin division a number of years ago. Besides his widow, Ella N. (Kehley), he is survived by two sons, Claude I., Reading, and Leon C. Wingert, Port Carbon; three brothers, Jacob, Lebanon; Henry, Allentown, and Nathaniel, Reading; two sisters, Mary, wife of Clem Clouser, and Lilly, wife of Geo. Becker, Mahanoy City, and five grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 1, 1929, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wink, Esta E.

Services for Esta E. Wink formerly of Hamburg,were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg. Wink died Feb. 24 in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she was a resident since June 2000. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. She was predeceased by her husband, Clarence F. Wink, on July 10, 1990. Born in Windsor Township, she was a daughter of the late Irvin L. and Cora (Krick) Sunday. Wink was employed for many years by Clarence F. Wink Well Drilling Co., Hamburg, as treasury secretary. She was a member of First United Church of Christ, Hamburg. Surviving are a nephew and two nieces.

Wink, George F.

George F. Wink, Kutztown, died late Thursday night at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Kate Swoyer, with whom he had resided for several years in Kutztown. He was 83 years old. Surviving are the following children: Harvey, Allentown; Mrs. Swoyer; Mrs. Carrie (Irwin) Merkle, Kutztown; Mrs. Annie (Mayden) Barner, Allentown; Mrs. Elda (Arthur) Bleiler, R. 4, Bethlehem; two brothers, Walter F., Allentown; John D. F., Kutztown; 22 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at the Schaffer funeral home, 346 Main St., Kutztown, followed by regular services in St. John's Reformed church. Burial will be made in Hope cemetery. Rev. E. K. Angstadt will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 3, 1943, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wink, Jacob

Jacob Wink, a well known and highly respected farmer, died on Tuesday at 2 p.m. of apoplexy at his home in Maxatawny, about one and a half miles north of Kutztown. His age is about eighty years. Deceased was twice married, but both his wives preceded him in death. He leaves three sons, George and John, at home, and Walter, of Allentown. One son, Daniel, and one daughter, Mrs. Henry Adam, preceded him in death. Funeral on Monday. Services in St. John's Reformed Church, Kutztown, Rev. E. H. Leinbach officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 9, 1909, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wink, Mrs. Jacob

A most extraordinary case terminated in death at Kutztown yesterday morning, when Mrs. Jacob Wink died after an illness of nearly four years aged 50. Two years ago, she had a cancer removed from her breast, after which operation the disease made its appearance in the abdomen, from which she was suffering until death relieved her of the suffering. Besides the growth in the abdomen, she was afflicted with asteosaroma, which so destroyed the animal matter in the bones that they were as brittle as if burnt in an oven.

At the time of her death, both her lower limbs were fractured, the bones having snapped off like pipe stems, whilst some time ago both arms were in the same condition. The bones so brittle that the slightest motion of the body caused them to break. Such cases are very rare in surgical or medical history and there were many visitors to her bedside, and the case will likely be fully reported to the leading medical journals.

Wink, Kate L.

Miss Kate L. Wink, of Noble street, Kutztown, died suddenly on Sunday morning, aged fifty years. Her mother died seven years ago yesterday. Heart failure was the cause of death. Miss Wink was of one of the best known families in Kutztown. She is survived by two sisters with whom she resided. The funeral will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. with services by Rev. E. H. Leinbach and interment in Hope cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 26, 1915, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wink, Williard W.

Services were held in Ziegel's Union Church, Breinigsville, for Willard W. Wink, Breinigsville, Lehigh County, who died of natural causes Jan. 30 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. Burial was in Friedens Lutheran Church Cemetery, Stony Run. He was the husband of Ora M. (Samuels) Wink. Born in Kempton, he was a son of the late William Wink and Pearl Bower. Until retiring in 1989, he was employed as an assembler by the Caloric Corp., Topton. He was previously employed as a butcher for several years by Peter Brothers Meat, Lenhartsville, and by A & B Meats, Allentown, for 18 years. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Ziegel's Union Church, Breinigsville. Also surviving are a daughter, Debra J. (Wink) Kemp, Myakka City, Fla., and three sons: Glenn F. Wink, Shoemakersville; Jeffrey W. Wink, Bernville; and William w. Wink, Germansville, Lehigh County. There are also six grandchildren. Other survivors include two stepsisters, Alma Danenhower, New Tripoli, and Dorothy Beitler, Kempton.

Winner, Rosena B.

Services were held Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg for Rosena B. Winner. Burial was in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Township. A resident of West Hamburg, she died March 8 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient since Feb. 27. Her husband, Charles C. Winner, died Aug. 16, 1985. Born in Alsace Township, she was a daughter of the late Matthew W. and Florence D. (Baldwin) Todt. She was employed for 15 years as an examiner by the Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing, and was last employed for 10 years as a sewing machine operator by Diener Knitting Mills, Leesport, retiring in 1973. Winner was a member of Salem (Belleman's) Church, Centre Township. Surviving is a son, William A. Ebelhar Jr., with whom she resided. Other survivors include a brother, Donald P. Todt, Sinking Spring; and a sister, Kathryn C. (Todt) Wise, Leesport. There are also two grandchildren, four stepgrandchildren, a great-grandson and nine stepgreat-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Barbara J. Ebelhar, in 1950.

Wint, William

William Wint, a retired saloonkeeper, fell over dead yesterday morning at his home in Reading. Mr. Wint was in the very best of health all day Sunday and, with his wife and daughter, enjoyed a trip to relatives in this city and vicinity. Death was caused by paralysis of the heart. Deceased was 65 years old. He was a native of Lehigh county, but for the past fifteen years resided in Reading, where he was formerly engaged in the saloon business, retiring only a year ago. Prior to locating at Reading, he was in the hotel business at Easton. Deceased is survived by his widow, Anna (nee Geissinger), and a daughter, Ella, wife of Samuel G. Dunkelberger; also three brothers and sisters: Andrew, of Kansas; Frank, of Oklahoma; Mrs. Sallie Bahl, of Philadelphia, and Mrs. Mary Young, of Centre Valley. Mr. Wint was a member of the Reformed denomination at Friedensville and of the Odd Fellows of Hellertown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 21, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Winter, Cyrus Llewellen

Winter - In Upper Bern, on March 21st, Cyrus Llewellyn, son of John R. and Amanda Winter, aged 4 years, 11 months and 21 days.

Winter, Joseph

Joseph Winter, a well known musician of Reading, and for many years leader of the Ringgold Band of that city, died in a hospital there on Thursday of a complication of diseases, aged 58 years. He had been ill for several months. Mr. Winter had been connected with the Ringgold Band since before the outbreak of the civil war, and afterwards, when he became leader, his ability as a teacher placed the organization among the top of the list of the famous bands of the country. Deceased is survived by his wife, a son, George, a musician in the U.S. service, and a married daughter.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, September 5, 1900, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Winterhalter, Marion

Marion Winterhalter, son of Ferdinand Winterhalter, committed suicide by hanging in the hay mow of his father's barn near Red Lion, below Siesholtzville, Wednesday afternoon. When the family was about to take supper, the young man was missed and after a search by his mother and sister, about 7 o'clock they found him hanging by a rope in the hay mow. He was still warm and it is thought he committed the rash deed between 5 and 6 o'clock. The inquest failed to develop any reason for the deed and the cause is an entire mystery. Young Winterhalter was employed by his father and served a milk route. For several days he complained of feeling unwell, but otherwise was quite cheerful. When he arose, he drove his father's cows to pasture, and this was the last seen of him alive. Deceased was 18 years and 9 months of age.

[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, July 20, 1892, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Winters, Richard E. Jr.

Richard E. Winters Jr., 54, Reading, died of natural causes May 19 at 3:34 p.m. in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Cynthia M. (Riegel) Winters. Born in Reading, he was a son of Anna M. (Kline) Klix, Reading, and the late Richard E. Winters Sr. Winters had been employed as a manager for the Schuylkill Home Relief Association, Reading. He was also employed as an event attendant by the Reading Parking Authority. He was an Army veteran. Winters is also survived by four daughters: Paula M. Winters-Gibbs, Kimberly Ann Winters, Richcinda M. Winters and Vanessa M. Winters, all of Reading. Other survivors include a brother, Edward, Cumru Township; two sisters, Maria (Winters) Clouser, Reading, and Kelly (Winters) Riegel, Sinking Spring; and two stepbrothers, Robert H. Klix IV, Allentown, and Barry L. Klix, Cumru Township. Additional survivors include his stepfather, Robert H. Klix, Reading. There are also 12 grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Auman Funeral Homes, Reading. Burial will be private.

[Source: Reading Times/Reading Eagle, May 21, 2006. Submitted by: Submitted by Tim.]

Wird, Catharine

Wird - Near Strausstown, on Feb 7th, Catharine, daughter of George William and Elizabeth Wird, aged 90 years 1 month and 28 days.

Wirts, Arthur Frederic

Arthur Frederic Wirts, prominent Berks county industrialist, died yesterday at 10:30 a.m. at his home in Monterey after having suffered a heart attack earlier in the day. He was 46 years of age. Wirts was secretary and treasurer of the Atlas Mineral Products Co., of Mertztown, treasurer of the Kem Steel Contracting Co., of Mertztown, and treasurer of the Atlas Mineral Products Co., of Texas. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran church, Kutztown, and the Kutztown Rotary club. A native of Dunellen, N.J., he was a son of the late Max F. and Carrie, nee Ludlum, Wirts. He came to the Mertztown area as a young man and was associated in business there with a brother, George L. Wirts, who also resides at Monterey. Surviving are his wife, Rose H., nee walker, Wirts; and three children, Rose Ann, Louise W. and Arthur F. Jr., all at home. He is also survived by three sisters, Mrs. M. T. Otto, Ringos, N.J.; Mrs. Quentin Graham, Ridgeway, Pa.; and Mrs. H. H. Thomas, of Bethlehem, as well as his brother George. Rev. Carlton L. Heckman will conduct services at the late home on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. Interment in Hope cemetery, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 17, 1946, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wise, Madie R.

Madie R. Wise, 97, formerly of Washington Street, Muir, died early Saturday morning at the Berks Heim County Home, Reading. Born in Valley View, March 11, 1902, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Koons. She was of the Protestant faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond E., in 1987; a son, Gene L. Surviving are two sons, Raymond E. Jr., Wyomissing, and Lee K., Temple; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday from the chapel of the Dimon Funeral Homes Inc., Tower City. The Rev. Robert Fatzinger will officiate. Interment will be in St. Andrews United Methodist Cemetery, Valley View.

Wisler, Amanda E.

Amanda E., wife of Jacob H. Wisler, died of pneumonia on Tuesday at her home in Topton, aged 79 years. She was a member of St. Peter's Reformed church, Topton. Surviving besides her husband are a daughter Hallie, at home, and a sister, Mrs. Louisa Hock, of West Catasauqua. Funeral, Saturday at 2.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 4, 1939, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wisler, Charles, H.

Charles H. Wisler, for the past eight years watchman at the grade crossing at Topton, died at his home there at 2.30 o'clock yesterday afternoon from neuralgia of the heart. He was aged 62 years. Mr. Wisler was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of the late Jacob and Emeline Hinterleiter Wisler. For many years he followed the saddler's trade and later was employed as a bricklayer until eight years ago when he accepted the watchman's job. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran church, Topton; of Washington Camp No. 172, P.O.S. of A.; and Arion Castle No. 501, Knights of the Golden Eagle, both of Topton. Surviving him are his widow, Jennie, nee Miller; a son Ralph, at home; a daughter, Mrs. William T. Leiby, Topton; a brother, Jacob H. Wisler, of Topton, and three grandchildren. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon with brief services at the house at 1.30 o'clock followed by regular services in Trinity Lutheran church, Topton, Rev. William H. Kline officiating. Interment will be made in the Topton Union cemetery.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday, March 28, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wisler, Jacob H.

Jacob H. Wisler, 89, died Tuesday night at his home, 111 W. Franklin St., Topton. He had been in failing health since he fell at his home four months ago. Born in Longswamp township, he was a son of the late Jacob and Emaline (Hinterleiter) Wisler. Prior to his retirement 12 years ago, he had been employed in the finishing department of the former Delong Furniture factory in Topton. Of the Lutheran faith, he was a member of the Knights of the Golden Eagle, Kutztown. Preceded in death by his wife, the former Amanda E. Trump, he is survived by a daughter, Hallie E. Wisler, at home, two nieces and a nephew.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 30, 1948, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wisler, Mary J. (nee Miller)

Mrs. Mary J. (Miller) Wisler, 85, died early yesterday morning at the home of her daughter, Mildred, wife of William T. Leiby, 36 E. Weiss St., Topton. She lived with the Leibys for about 10 years. A native of Topton, she was a daughter of the late Michael H. and Caroline (Lauer) Miller. She was married to Charles H. Wisler, who died in 1932. Mrs. Wisler was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and the home department of its Sunday school, Topton. Surviving, besides her daughter, are a son, Ralph C., Topton; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, July 8, 1956, page 43. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wismer, Henry B.

Killed by a Grain of Wheat. Fell into a Pennsylvania Farmer's Shoe and Caused Blood Poisoning.

Reading, Penn., July 20. A little grain of wheat caused the death of Henry B. Wismer of Schwenksville, Berks County. Several weeks ago a grain of wheat fell into his shoe. Upon taking his shoe off in the evening he found it had made a sore, but as it annoyed him but little, he went to Philadelphia the next morning on business. There he became very ill, and he was brought home and placed in charge of Dr. C.W. Everhart, who pronounced his illness blood poisoning.

Wismer's condition became worse, and it was decided the only thing that might save his life was the amputation of the leg. He was taken to the Jefferson Hospital, in Philadelphia, where the operation was performed, but he died yesterday.

Wisser, Charles A.

Died. On the 15th inst., in Albany township, Berks county, Charles A., son of William J. and Caroline Wisser, aged 7 months.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 27, 1892, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wisser, Emma (nee Butterweck)

Mrs. Emma Wisser, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Butterweck, of Berks county, Pa., died at her late residence, No. 832 North Penn street, yesterday at noon, aged 52 years, 9 months and 29 days. Her sufferings which were very severe, she bore with Christian fortitude and dated back a number of years. She was confined to bed about one year. Her ailments were of a complicated nature. She is survived by the following children: Lothis P. Wisser, of Montgomery county, Pa.; Irvin R. Wisser, of this city, and Miss Mabel K. Wisser, also of this city. Two grandsons, LeRoy and Norton Wisser; three brothers and one sister also survive. A. N. Butterweck, of this city, Jeremiah Butterweck, of Oley; Oliver Butterweck, of Ohio, and Mrs. Maria Butz, of this city.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 1, 1912, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wisser, Jonas

Died. On the 24th ult., in Albany tsp., Berks Co., Jonas Wisser, aged 85 years, 1 month and 9 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 3, 1892, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wisser, William E.

William E. Wisser, of Mertztown, who died Thursday evening at the Sacred Heart hospital, aged 26 years, 6 months and 13 days, was a native of Lehigh county. He was a son of Ezekiel and Elizabeth (nee Deisher) Wisser. Mr. Wisser's death was the result of an early childhood illness, when he was afflicted with a falling ailment. He was considered well enough physically to pass the draft board examination and served four months at Camp Meade. He was honorably discharged because of physical disability. He was placed by the government in the Sacred Heart hospital for treatment. The remains were removed to this parents' home yesterday by Undertaker C. Schmoyer. He is survived by his parents, four brothers, Irwin and Edwin, Catasauqua; Allen, this city, and Edwin, Mertztown; and these sisters: Mrs. Herbert Pauley, Mertztown; Mrs. Edwin Kline, Topton; Mrs. Howard Dry, Maxatawney; Mrs. Alfred Leiby, Ashfield, and Mrs. Charles Frey, Kutztown. The funeral will be held Wednesday forenoon from his parents' home at Mertztown. Services will be conducted at the house at 9.30 a.m. Continued services and burial at Ziegel church, Rev. Keller officiating. Mr. Wisser was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Ziegel's church and of Washington Camp, No. 141, P.O.S. of A., at Maxatawney.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 5, 1921, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wistner, Sherry L.

Sherry L. Wistner, 56, of Quakertown, passed away peacefully on Mar. 15, 2004 in Grand View Hospital, Sellersville. She was the wife of Oscar H. "Bud" Wistner, Jr. They were married for 33 years. Born in Syracuse, N.Y. she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Ann (Browne) Roberts. She was a bookkeeper for H.T. Lyons, Fogelsville for four years. Prior to that she worked for the Branch Valley Assoc., Harleysville for over 10 years. In addition to her husband she is survived by a son Oscar H. " Ty", III of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla; a daughter, Jeannette Wistner-Slamons of Seattle, Wash; and a brother Kevin Roberts of Boca Raton, Fla. Memorial services will be announced at a later date. The family requests memorial remembrances in the form of contributions be made to Grand View Hospice, 700 Lawn Ave., Sellersville, PA 18960 Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Inc., 20 N. Ambler St., Quakertown, PA 18951

Wiswesser, Helen M.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in Holy Guardian Angels Church, Hyde Park, for Helen M. Wiswesser, of Ontelaunee Drive, Ontelaunee Township, who died Aug. 20 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient eight days. Entombment was in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Laureldale. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl F. Wiswesser, who died Sept. 22, 1999. Born in Jessup, Lackawanna County, she was a daughter of the late Andrew J. and Wilhelmina S. (Saxe) Zeock. She was a graduate of Reading High School and the University of North Carolina-Greensboro, where she received a bachelor's degree in education. Until retiring in 1976, she was employed as a first and second grade teacher at the St. Lawrence Elementary School in the Exeter Township School District for 35 years. She was a member of Holy Guardian Angels Church. Surviving are a daughter, JoEllen A. (Wiswesser) Youse, Shoemakersville; and two sons, Dr. George A. Wiswesser, Sinking Spring, and James E. Wiswesser, Hobe Sound, Fla. There are also 12 grandchidren, 15 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Margaret P. Zeock, Mount Penn.

Witman, Charles S.

Private burial was held for Charles S. Witman, 78, formerly of North Ninth Street, Reading, who died January 20 in Beverly Healthcare, Exeter Township, where he had resided since 1998. Born in Reading, Witman was employed for 37-1/2 years as a twister for the Fuller Pretzel Co., Reading, retiring in 1988. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Witman was a member of St. Stephen's United Church of Christ, Reading. He was president of the resident's council at Beverly Healthcare and also served as the mailman. Burial was in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Lebanon County. The Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Exeter Township, was in charge of the arrangements.

Witman, Grace

Services for E. Grace Witman, 88, Muhlenberg Township, will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Grace Bible Fellowship Church, Reading. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements. Witman died March 30 at 10:15 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she was taken after being struck March 25 by a hit-and-run driver in the 1100 block of Hampden Boulevard. Dr. Nicholas Bybel, Berks County coroner, said she died of multiple injuries, including broken legs, a broken hip and skull fracture, Bybel said. He ruled the death a homicide. Witman was the 20th person to die this year on roads in Berks. Her husband, Elmer D. Witman, died Feb. 14, 1989. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Claude A. and Mabel A. (Gebhart) Hirneisen. Witman was a 1931 graduate of Shillington High School. She was a member of Grace Bible Fellowship Church. Surviving are a son, David C., Reading; and three daughters: Janice L. (Witman) Imboden, Lykens, Dauphin County; Linda C. (Witman) Troil, West Lawn; and Kathy J. (Witman) Emerson, Lower Heidelberg Township. Other survivors include a sister, June V. (Hirneisen) Smith, Spring Township; and a brother, Lawrence J. Hirneisen, Sinking Spring. There are also 19 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren.

Witman, Hannah

On the 15th inst., in Numanstown, Mrs. Hannah Witman, in the 72d year of her age.

Witman, James E. Sr.

James E. Witman Sr., 79, died March 18 in his Reading residence. His wife, Mildred V. (Marburger) Witman, died Jan. 14, 2000. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Elmer and Florence M. (Ludwig) Witman. Witman had been employed for 26 years as a machinist by the Carpenter Technology Corp., Reading, retiring in 1987. He previously worked many years as a shoe cutter for the Barmax Shoe Factory, Reading. He was a member of Rosedale United Church of Christ, Laureldale. Witman was a 1943 graduate of Muhlenberg High School. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Witman was a life member of the Temple and Goodwill fire companies. He is survived by a daughter, Sharon L. (Witman) Monderewicz, Reading, and two sons, James E. Jr., Reading, and Dale E., Sinking Spring. Other survivors include a sister, Naomi Witman, Reading, and five grandchildren. Graveside services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, is in charge of arrangements.

Witman, James L.

James L. Witman, 83, died July 22 at 8:16 a.m. in his Reading residence. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late John and Olivia (Wade) Witman. Witman had been employed by Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing, and Landy Towel & Linen Co., Reading, retiring in 1984. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Reading, where he was a former council member. Witman was a charter and 50-year member of the Community Hiking Club. He is survived by a nephew, Randy L. Witman, with whom he resided. Memorial graveside services will be Monday at 2 p.m. in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton. Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Witman, John N.

John Norman Witman, 53, formerly of Reading, died of natural causes June 5 in his residence in Seattle. He was the husband of Chong Witman. Born in Reading, he was a son of Anna M. (Globositz) Witman, Reading, and the late Norman J. Witman. Witman served 20 years in the Army until his retirement. He was a 1970 graduate of Reading High School. Witman is also survived by a son, Johnny, Reading; and two daughters, Heather Witman, Reading, and Jeina Witman, at home. Other survivors include two brothers, Gerald J. and Raymond M., both of Reading. There is also a grandson. Services were in the Klontz Funeral Home, Auburn, Wash. Burial was in the Tahoma National Cemetery, Covington, Wash.

Witman, Nancy C.

Private services were arranged by the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Nancy C. Witman, formerly of Lower Macungie Township, who died March 30 in Kutztown Manor Nursing Home, where she had been a patient since Jan. 23, 2002. Burial was in Longswamp Union Cemetery. She was the wife of Lorene P. Witman. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Wallace D. and Katie (Kline) Miller. Until retiring, she had been employed by Royal Manufacturing Co., Alburtis. Also surviving are six sons: Barry L. Witman and Thomas R. Witman, both of Mertztown; Eric L. Witman, Macungie; Leonard P. Witman, Breinigsville; Michael D. Witman, Strausstown; and Elroy W. Witman, Topton. There are also seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a sister, Patricia A. (Miller) Hilbert, Mertztown.

Witman, Paul F.

Paul F. Witman of 139 N. 7th St., Bally, died yesterday in Pottstown Hospital. He was 53. He was employed as a weaver at the Bally Ribbon Mills. Born in Bally, he was a son of the late William and Sarah (Eck) Witman. He was the husband of Eleanor (Koch) Witman. He was a member of Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Bally. A veteran of World War II, he had served with the Army in Europe. Surviving with his widow are two sons, Richard W. and Charles, and a daughter, Cecilia s., all at home, and two sisters, Rita, wife of James Hartman of Bally, and Mrs. Mary Peters, Boyertown. Services will be at 8 am. Monday at the Mann Funeral Home, East Greenville, followed by a Requiem High Mass at 9 a.m. in the church. Calling hours will be after 7 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 19, 1965, page 41. Submitted by Jerri.]

Witman, Sarah (nee Eck)

Mrs. Sarah Eck Witman, 71, wife of William A. D. Witman, died last night at her home on Main St., Bally. A native of Barto, she was the daughter of Alphenus and Fianna Ruppert Eck. Until three years ago, she was employed as a sewing machine operator at the Bally ribbon mill. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of East Greenville Order of Owls, a member of the Church of the Most Blessed Sacrament and its Altar and Rosary Society. Besides her husband, Mrs. Witman is survived by three children, Mary, wife of Paul Peters, Boyertown; Rita, wife of James Hartman, at home; and Paul Witman, Bally. Also four grandchildren, one great granddaughter, three sisters and a brother, Mrs. Mary Stengel, of Reading; Helen, wife of Tobias Witman, of Allentown; Emma, wife of Howard Diehl, East Greenville; and Joseph Eck, of Bally.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 21, 1953, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wittman, Frank Jacob

Frank Jacob Wittman of Seisholtzville, who died o gunshot wounds in his head, was found dead in a field near his home at 7 o'clock Saturday night. He was 28 years old. According to members of his family, Wittman left the house and said he was going to hunt groundhogs. His body was found lying beside a stone fence and in some quarters it was believed that his gun accidentally discharged when he fell over the fence. Deputy Coroner Behm issued a certificate of death by suicide. Born in Hancock, Wittman was a son of Robert and Beulah, nee Gambler, Wittman. He was employed by the Long Valley Rug mills at Mertztown. Surviving are his wife, Margaret, nee Younger, Wittman; two sons, Earl and Stanley, both at home; his parents, who reside in Hancock; and these brothers and sisters: Lorraine, Kenneth, Carrie, Wayne and Myrtle, all of Hancock; Mrs. Fred Acker, Zionsville; Mary, Red Hill; Mrs. Ernest Welder, Wescosville; Robert, Mertztown R.D.; William, in the United States Navy; and Marshall, Hancock. Funeral services will be held at the DeLong Funeral home, 107 S. Home St., Topton, Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., daylight saving time. Interment will be in St. Peter's church cemetery, near Seisholtzville. Friends may call Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. Rev. D. C. Kauffman of Emmaus will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 9, 1941, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wittman, Mary E. (nee Scheirer)

Mrs. Mary E. Wittman, of Hancock, died Monday evening at 8.15 o'clock at the Allentown hospital from peritonitis, aged 67 years, 5 months and 7 days. Mrs. Wittman was a daughter of the late Charles Scheirer and wife, Elizabeth, nee Ressler, and was born in Maxatawny township. There survives one son, Robert, of Hancock, seven grandchildren, one brother and four sisters, Charles, Mrs. William Eck and Mrs. Reuben Stahler, of Kutztown, and Mrs. William Angstadt, of Catasauqua. Her husband preceded her in death eleven years ago. The funeral will be held from her late home at Hancock on Saturday morning at 9.30 o'clock. Short services will be held at the house, followed by regular services in St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. S. Dry will officiate at the services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 26, 1925, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wittman, Robert Sr.

Charges of murder and manslaughter were filed against 15-year-old Marshall Wittman yesterday afternoon, a few hours after his father, Robert Wittman, Sr., 59, died at the Allentown hospital from a bullet wound in his abdomen. The boy, who police say shot his father in front of their home at Hancock late Monday night after an all-day argument, received new of this father's death at 10:30 yesterday morning without comment or outward show of emotion. He was told of the death as he was signing a statement in the office of the Berks county district attorney. “The boy hadn't a word to say,” C. Wilson Austin, assistant district attorney said. “Not a muscle of his face moved. He just reached for a pen, signed the statement he made to us, and that was that.” The warrant formally charging him with murder and manslaughter was sworn out before alderman Harry Wolf in Reading by Berks county Detective Joseph Cafoncelli at 1:30 yesterday afternoon. It was served on him in the alderman's office and he was returned to the Berks county prison where he was held since Tuesday. The case will be tried in Reading at the September term of Quarter Sessions court. The shooting shortly before 11 o'clock Monday night was at the Wittman home at Hancock, near Topton, Berks county. However, because the victim died in the Allentown hospital, it was not immediately certain whether the inquest would be held in Lehigh or Berks county. Coroner George J. Stark of Berks county said he would take that matter up with the berks county district attorney this morning. Coroner Alexander M. Peters of Lehigh county was out of town and could not be reached for a statement last night. Assistant District Attorney Austin said that the father, in a death bed statement, denied that he had a club in his hand before the shooting. Marshall had told police that the older man had a club and had threatened to strike him. The boy's mother also was quoted by Detective Cafoncelli as saying that she saw her husband carrying an iron bar sometime before the shooting. Austin said he asked the father whether he had an argument with his son and was told: “I didn't want him on the premises.” Dr. Pauline Wenner performed an autopsy at the Allentown hospital yesterday and recovered a bullet from Wittman's body. The bullet entered the abdomen and injured vital organs. Late yesterday afternoon the body was removed by Undertaker DeLong of Topton. Wittman is survived by his wife Beulah, nee Gambler, Wittman and eleven children: Marshall, who is accused of fatally wounding his father; Myrtle, Mary, Lorraine, Carrie, Kenneth and Wayne, at home; Mrs. Ernest Welder, Wescosville; Mrs. Fred Acker, Allentown; William, in the U.S. Navy and stationed at Washington, D.C., and Robert Jr., Mertztown R.D. Five grandchildren also survive. Private funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the DeLong funeral home, 107 S. Home St., Topton. Interment will be in the Mertztown church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 16, 1942, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wittman, Robert J. Jr.

Services were held in Hope Lutheran Church, Bowers, for Robert J. Wittman Jr., formerly of Fleetwood, who died May 14 in Berks Heim, where he had resided since Nov. 2001. Burial was in Union Cemetery, Bowers. He was predeceased by his wife, Lillian J.A. (Baus) Wittman, who died Sept. 24, 1999. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Robert J. Sr. and Beulah (Gambler) Wittman. Until retiring in 1979, he was employed as a laborer by Atlas Mineral and Chemicals, Mertztown, for 33 years. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Bowers. Wittman was a World War II Army veteran. Surviving are three sons: Larry C. Wittman, Fleetwood; Edwin J. Wittman, Leesport; and Melvin C. Wittman, Sinking Spring. There are also three grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and seven stepgreat-grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Carrie (Wittman) Kistler, Maxatawny Township, and Olga (Wittman) Welder, Emmaus; and four brothers: Patrick Wittman and Wayne Wittman, both of Allentown; Lorene Wittman, Mertztown; and Kenneth Wittman, Emmaus. He was predeceased by a son, LeRoy C. Wittman. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, was in charge of arrangements.

Wittman Jr., Robert J.

Among the local survivors of Robert J. Wittman Jr., 88, formerly of Fleetwood, who died May 14 in Berks Heim, where he had resided since Nov. 2001, is a son, Edwin J. Wittman, Leesport.

Wittmer, Annie E.

Mrs. Annie E. Wittmer, a former resident of Emmaus, died yesterday in Cedarbrook. She was 88. She had been a guest at the home for 10 years. Before that, she resided at 562 Broad St. She was the widow of Albert Wittmer, a former borough policeman. Born in Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Mary Gordon Fegley. Surviving is a son, Ellwood J., of Emmaus. Services will be at the convenience of the family in Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus. There will be no viewing.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 7, 1960, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Witwer, Annie (nee Heitz)

Mrs. Annie Witwer, wife of Lemon Witwer, proprietor of the Shamrock hotel, died there Thursday morning. She was 63 years old. A native of Lancaster county, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Louisa (Grotz) Heitz. Besides her husband, there survive a son, Ivan, at home; three daughters, Mrs. John Bond, W. Leesport; Mrs. Harry Becker, Allentown; Mrs. John Fenstermacher, at home; 19 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Rev. Dr. William F. Bond will officiate at funeral services from her late home Sunday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock. She will be buried in the Longswamp cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 27, 1942, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Witwer, Sarah N. (nee King)

Witwer--In Denver, on the 4th inst., Sarah N. (nee King), widow of Daniel Witwer, aged 65 years, 6 months and 2 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, 366 Main Street, Denver, Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. Daylight Saving Time. Service in Denver Lutheran Church. Interment in Fairview Cemetery.

Witwer, Sarah N. (nee King)

Witwer--In Denver, on the 4th inst., Sarah N. (nee King) widow of Daniel Witwer, aged 65 years, 6 months and 2 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice from her late residence 366 Main street, Denver, Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. Daylight Saving Time. Services in Denver Lutheran Church. Interment in Fairview Cemetery.

Wolf, Anna E.

Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Anna E. Wolf, 98, who died Dec. 7 in her Spring Road, Upper Tulpehocken Township residence. Burial was in Strausstown Cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, Christian Wolf, who died Aug. 8, 1994. Born in Nurtigen, Germany, she was a daughter of the late Herman and Katharine (Hensler) Buchmann. Surviving are four sons, Frederick W. Wolf, William J. Wolf, Curtis G. Wolf and Richard C. Wolf, all of the Bernville area. There are also nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by three sons: Herman, Karl and Alfred Wolf.

Wolf, Annabelle E.

Among the local survivors of Annabelle E. (Murphy) Wolf, 79, of Spring Township, who died June 12 in St. Joseph Medical Center, is a sister, Patricia E. (Murphy) Ellis, Hamburg; a brother, Russell G. Murphy, Bern Township; and a foster brother, Keith Wilkes, Bern Township.

Wolf, Aquilla DeLong (nee Fegley)

Mrs. Aquilla DeLong Wolf, 95, died yesterday in her home at 242 � N. Hall St., Allentown, where she resided with her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wolf. Born in Longswamp, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late James and Mary (Bernhard) Fegley. Mrs. Wolf was predeceased by her first husband, George W. DeLong, and Charles L. Wolf. Surviving are two sons, Howard DeLong of Wescosville, and Arthur Wolf with whom she resided; three daughters, Mrs. Mabel S. Ainey of Allentown, and Mrs. Minnie Sechler and Ella, wife of Edwin Strauss, both of Macungie; seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. Viewing 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 12, 1964, page 31. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wolf, Douglas W.

Douglas W. Wolf, 83, formerly of Temple, died July 12 at 10:40 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., West Reading, where he had resided since August 2001. He was the husband of Mary E. (Noll) Wolf, also a resident at ManorCare. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Raymond and Rose (Madara) Wolf. Wolf was employed for 25 years as a core maker by Reading Gray Iron Castings Inc., retiring in 1977. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Wolf is also survived by a daughter, Patricia A. (Wolf) Botwright, Temple; and a son, Glenn D., Womelsdorf. Other survivors include two brothers, Raymond and Donald, both of Reading. There are also seven grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton.

Wolf, Elizabeth (nee Houck)

In this city, on the 19th inst., Elizabeth, widow of George Wolf age 78 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of her son-in-law Charles B Fegley, 1037 Perry Street, Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Alsace Cemetery.

Wolf, Elizabeth (nee Houck)

The late Mrs Elizabeth Wolf, who passed away on her 78th birthday, was the mother of the following seven children; Carrie wife of Charles B Fegley, with whom the deceased resided for a number of years; Elmer Tacoma, WA; Harry alderman of the Fifth Ward of Reading; Charles constable of the same ward; Walter; Howard; and William of Reading, one sister Mrs Howard Fillman, Reading, and 11 grandchildren. Deceased is the widow of George Wolf, who died many years ago.

Wolf, Francis X.

In the city, on the 12th inst., Dr. Francis X. Wolf, pharmacist. Relatives and friends, also members of all societies of which the deceased was a member, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 343 South Sixth Street, on Tuesday morning at 8:30 o'clock at the house. Solemn High Mass of Requiem in St. Peter's Catholic Church at 9 o'clock. Interment private in Catholic cemetery.

Wolf, Franklin

Franklin Wolf, son of the late Elias Wolf and wife, Elizabeth (nee Edris) born Aug. 2, 1866, Bethel Twp., Lebanon Co., and was baptized Oct. 16, 1866, by Rev. William Gerhard. He was confirmed April 7, 1882, St. Paul's Church, Hamlin, Lebanon Co., by Rev. H. Giesz, and married Sallie C. Zerbe, October 28, 1893, by Rev. H. Geisz, at Jonestown. He died Wednesday, April 22, 1931, at age of 64 years, 6 months and 20 days, and is survived by his wife, one son, one grandchild and one brother. The funeral took place April 26, with services in their home and Christ, Little Tulpehocken Church, and burial in the old cemetery.

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

Wolf, George

Wernersville. Sept. 5 (special) -- George Wolf died at his home near here, aged 74 years and 5 months. He had lived retired a number of years, was a member of Hain's Reformed Church and the Men's Bible class of the Sunday School. There survive his widow, Catherine (Sell) Wolf; a foster son, Charles E. Hassler, Reading; these brothers and sisters: William, Wernersville, R.D.; Jacob, Reinholds Station; John, Hyde Park; Aaron, Bernville; Henry, Reading; Mrs. Katie Miller, Wernersville, R.D.; Amanda, wife of Riley Miller, Myerstown; Mrs. Mary McCauley, Sinking Spring; Emma, wife of Samuel Matternes, this... (incomplete)

Wolf, George

George Wolf, died of pneumonia at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, at his residence, 330 Chestnut Street, following an illness of one week. The deceased was bedfast most of the time. A pathetic feature of his demise is that his widow Elizabeth (nee Houck) is bedfast suffering an attack of grip. Because of her grave condition and advanced years, she has not yet been notified of death of her husband.

Deceased was employed as a laborer for 14 years at the Carpenter Steel Works. For a period of 25 years he was employed as a heater at the old Keystone rolling mill at 3rd and Pine Streets. After that he worked at the sheet mill of the Reading Iron Company, at the foot of Spruce Street. Mr. He resided in Reading for 38 years.

Wolf was a native of Chester County and was a son of the late Jacob and Angelina Wolf. Besides his widow he is survived by eight children: Charles at home; Harry, Howard, William, Walter, and Carrie wife of Charles Fegley, all of Reading; Anna wife of Adam Schmeck, Rosedale, and Elmer with the US Army at Texas City, TX; two sisters Mary Shaner, Pottstown; and Sarah J. wife of John Keim, Oakbrook also 15 grandchildren.

Wolf, Jacob

Jacob Wolf died on Saturday evening of old age, at his home in Warwick Township, Chester County, (PA). about three quarters of a mile northwest of French Creek Falls. His age was 87 years 2 months and 25 days and he was probably the oldest male citizen in Warwick Township. He was twice married and his second wife survives him. He leaves three children -Mary, wife of John H Shaner, of North Coventry, George Wolf of Reading, Sarah Jane, wife of John Keim, residing near Clingan's Station, above Birdsboro. Deceased was a farmer, well known and highly respected. Funeral on Thursday next; leave the house at 10:00 A.M. and proceed to Ebenzer M. E. Church.

[Source: Chester Daily Local News, August 1, 1893. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Wolf, Kate Elizabeth

Wolf - On Sept. 8, in Millersburg, Kate Elizabeth, infant daughter of Henry and Mary (Matthew) Wolf, aged 1 year and 15 days.

Wolf, Wellington

Services for Wellington H Wolf, 75, of 105 Clayton Ave., Wyomissing, a singer, humorist and entertainer, will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Henninger Funeral Home. Burial will be made in Charles Evans Cemetery. Wolf died Tuesday night in the St. Joseph Hospital, where he was a patient two days. He had been the voice teacher for Kenneth Riegel, a Womelsdorf native who is a tenor with the Metropolitan Opera Company, New York City.

A 1921 Reading High School graduate, he graduated from the Brooklyn Institute of Music, NY. A student of the late M Evelyn Essick, Wolf had been the cantor at Temple Oheb Shalom from 1933 to 1973. From 1938 to 1963, he had been tenor soloist at Calvary United Church of Christ and from 1966 to 1974 he had been choir director at Bausman UCC, Wyomissing. Wolf had been choir director at the Iris Club, Wyomissing, from 1930 to 1941. Wolf had been named to the National Vocal Association along with Miss Essick and the late George D Haage.

Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Levi and Annie (Keller) Wolf. Wolf was a member. Wolf was a member of the Bausman UCC, Wyomissing. Surviving is his wife, Pauline (Ibach) Wolf.

Wolfe, Angelina (nee Reinhard)

Ill for more than a year of a heart affliction, Angelina, nee Reinhard, widow of James Wolfe, died at 1:30 a.m. yesterday at the home of her son, Harry DeLong, 402 N. 12th St. Although ailing, Mrs. Wolfe had been active until several months ago. She was in her 81st year. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, Mrs. Wolfe was the daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth Reinhard. On Sept. 5, 1874, she was united in marriage with Frederick DeLong, and the couple lived in Longswamp township. Mr. DeLong died at the age of 36 years, his widow locating in Allentown about four years later. Many years later she was married to James Wolfe, Hokendauqua, who died five years ago. Mrs. Wolfe was a member of the Salem Evangelical and Reformed church and was the oldest member of the Christine M. Schwartz auxiliary, United Spanish War veterans, one of her sons having been a member of the U.S. W.V. Surviving her are: a daughter, Susan, nee DeLong, wife of Charles Bennet, Emaus, six sons, James DeLong, Wilkes-Barre; William DeLong, Orefield; John DeLong, Fullerton; Claude, Fred and Harry DeLong, Allentown. Mrs. Wolfe was the last member of the Reinhard family. Funeral services will be held at her late home, the residence of her son Harry, with whom she had been living for the past four years, on Sunday at 2:30 o'clock with Rev. George A. Greiss officiating. Interment will be made in Longswamp cemetery. Friends may call on Saturday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock.

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

Wolfe, J. Theodore

Death of J. Theodore Wolfe--Resolutions of Geigerstown Lodge, No. 699? I.O. of G.T.

Whereas, it has pleased Almighty God in his wisdom to remove from our midst our beloved brother and P.W.U.T., of Geigerstown Lodge, No. 598?, I.O. of G.T., J. Theodore Wolfe, who died in the triumph of Christian faith, January 16, 1869, aged 19 years; and, whereas, we delight in holding in affectionate remembrance the sainted dead, therefore

Resolved, that we recall with saddened interest his noble Christian qualities of mind and heart, and the manly social (?) virtues which endeared him to all with whom he was associated.

Resolved, that in his very early removal we reverently hear the voice of our heavenly Father admonishing us to "be also ready for in such an hour as we think not, the Son of man commeth."

Resolved, That in our lamented brother we recognized one whose talents and energy, as evinced in having risen to the highest office in the fifth of our beloved Order, gave great promise of further usefulness.

Resolved, that we remember with pleasure not only his devotion to the cause of Temperance, but also his readiness for every good word and work, and that in his life of usefulness we have a record worthy the emulation of the remaining members of our Order.

Resolved, That in his removal we sustain the loss of a most valuable friend of reform, a lover of education, and devoted follower of Christ.

Resolved, that we deeply sympathize with the bereaved family and friends, and also the St. Paul's M.E. Church, of which he was an active and consistent member.

Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be transmitted to the family of the deceased, and also to be published in the B. & S. Journal, Reading Gazette, Montgomery Ledger, Monthly Circular, and Keystone Good Templar.

Wolfe, James S.

Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for James S. Wolfe, 70, of Route 22, Bethel Township, who died May 23 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since May 19. Burial was in Jacobs Union Cemetery, Lynn Township. He was the husband of Grace M. (Althouse) Wolfe. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Sheridan and Ellen (Kline) Wolfe. Until retiring in 1997, he was employed as a press operator by the Parish Division of Dana Corp., Reading, for 35 years. He was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, Bethel. Also surviving are a son, Jeffrey A. Wolfe, Schuylkill County; and four daughters, Joy S. (Wolfe) Naftzinger, Bethel; and Linda F. (Wolfe) Engle, Pamela F. Wolfe and Diana R. (Wolfe) Withelder, all of Shoemakersville. There are also 16 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Robert L. Wolfe, Fleetwood, and a sister, Mary (Wolfe) Kunkel, Stony Run. He was predeceased by a son, Michael J. Wolfe.

Wolfe, James S.

Among the local survivors of James S. Wolfe, of Bethel Township, who died May 23 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since May 19, is a brother, Robert L. Wolfe, Fleetwood, and a sister, Mary (Wolfe) Kunkle, Stony Run.

Wolfe, Kerri A.

Among the local survivors of Kerri A. (Berger) Wolfe, 35, who died of natural causes June 12 in her Wayne Township, Schuylkill County residence, is a stepson, Jesse A. Wolfe, and a stepdaughter, Belinda F. Wolfe, both of Shoemakersville.

Wolfe, Kerri A.

Among the local survivors of Kerri A. (Berger) Wolfe, who died of natural causes June 12 in her Wayne Township, Schuylkill County residence, are three stepdaughters: Sheila F. (Wolfe) Taft, Kutztown; and Jennifer A. Wolfe and Jamie Wolfe, both of Macungie.

Wolfe, Marian A.

Marian A. Wolfe, 93, of Harleysville, died May 6, 2003 at Genesis Elder Care, Quakertown. She was the wife of the late Thomas C. Wolfe. Born in Telford, she was the daughter of the late John B. and Susanna (Alderfer) Allem. She was employed as a file clerk for the former American Olean Tile Co., Lansdale, for 20 years until her retirement in 1985. Mrs. Wolfe is survived by one daughter, Susanna M. Richard of Macungie; two sons, William T. of Schoharie, N.Y. and Robin P. of Harleysville; two sisters, Sara Newcomer of Medina, Ohio and Gertrude Holgren of Fairfax, Va.; four brothers, Warren Allem of Egg Harbor, N.J. and Price Allem of Jacksonville, TX, Henry Allem of Conyers, Ga., and Roger Allem of Telford; 12 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Mildred Davies and a brother, Harold Allem. Services were private. Interment was in Hillside Cemetery, Souderton. Arrangements: David R. Sadler Funeral Home, 33 N. Main St., Telford, PA.

Wolfe, Mary B.

Mary B. Wolfe, 89, died Aug. 30 at 9:33 a.m. in her residence in Bern Township. Her husband, Paul W. Wolfe, died in 1990. Born in Marion Township, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Katie (Spatz) Smith. Wolfe was employed for 40 years as a folder by the Crown Knitting Mill, Mohrsville, retiring in 1983. She was a member of Bern Reformed Church, Bern Township. Surviving is a stepson, Robert L. Wolfe, Bern Township. Other survivors include two brothers, Aaron Smith, Bernville, and John Smith, Cape Coral, Fla.; and two sisters, Betty (Smith) Ginder and Edna (Smith) Seip, both of Bernville. There are also four granddaughters and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be Friday at 10 a.m. in the Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring. Burial will be in Host Cemetery, Tulpehocken Township.

Wolfe, Roberta M.

Roberta M. "Bobbie" Wolfe, 67, of Quakertown, died Thursday, Oct. 31, 2002 at Doylestown Hospital, Doylestown. A memorial service was held Nov. 3. She was the wife of Glenn W. Wolfe for 45 years. Born in Yardley, she was the daughter of the late Edward M. and Alice (Bair) Curley. She was a bookkeeper most of her life, and was an antique dealer in the Bucks County area for 36 years. Most recently, she owned Roberta's Antiques in Quakertown. She was a registered Girl Scout, volunteered as a cadet leader in 1969 and was a leader of Brownie Troop No.1006 in Quakertown. She was a member of Jesus Focus ministries, Southampton, where she was active in Bible study and answering telephones at the radio ministry. In addition to her husband, she is survived by: two sons, Glenn D. of Warren Center, Martin C. of Coopersburg; three daughters, Mary Beth Miles of Jefferson, Texas, Kathleen M. Hall of Ohio and Julia A. Huff of Broken Arrow, Okla.; one brother, Edward M. Curley Jr. of New York; 13 grandchildren and two great-grandsons. Memorial contributions may be made to Jesus Focus Ministries, P. O. Box 1519, Southampton, PA 18966. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.

Wolferd, Robert P.

A memorial service was held for Robert P. Wolferd, 74, who died June 26 in his residence on Hartz Road, Ruscombmanor Township. He was the husband of Lucy (Corriere) Wolferd. Wolferd was the owner-operator of the Hobby Horse Ranch, Ruscombmanor Township, for the past 36 years. He is also survived by two daughters, Joanna L. (Wolferd) Convry and Caroline L. (Wolferd) Cable, and a son, Robert Jr., all of Ruscombmanor Township. Burial was private. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, handled the arrangements.

Wolff, Lawson G.

Lawson G. Wolff, a stonecutter, aged 28 years, died of pneumonia yesterday at Fleetwood. He was a son of James and Diana (nee Knerr) Wolff. Deceased was employed at the Fleetwood granite works. He leaves his widow, Florence (nee Bucks), his father, step-mother and these sisters and brothers: Mrs. Nora Levan, of Allentown; Mrs. Annie Wolf, Reading; Mrs. Claude Haas, Topton; Mrs. Frank Angstadt, New Jerusalem; Oscar, Wernersville; Harvey, Kutztown; Ella, near Kutztown, and these step-brothers and step-sister: Leon, Isaac, Sheridan and Minnie, all of Kutztown. Funeral Saturday, October 19, at 10 a.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 16, 1912, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wolfgang, Carl M.

Services were held for Carl M. Wolfgang, 75, husband of Ruth M. (Nichlas) Wolfgang, of Elverson, who died August 19 in his home. Born in New Berlinville, he worked as a shipping agent for Superior Underwear Co. in Bechtelsville for 28 years and previously worked as a machinist for the Yarway Keystone Corp. of Blue Bell for 17 years. Wolfgang attended Ebenezer Bible Chapel in Elverson. He was a member of the Summerfield Antique Car Cub. In addition to his wife of 48 years, he is survived by a daughter, Kelley Wolfgang of Elverson. He was predeceased by a brother. Burial was in Limerick Garden of Memories. The arrangements were handled by the Labs Funeral Home, Honey Brook.

Wolfgang, Carl M.

Wolfgang, Sr., Charles W.

A memorial service was held for Charles W. "Sonny" Wolfgang Sr., 68, of Valley View Road, Birdsboro, who died March 1 in St. Joseph's Medical Center, Reading. Born in Pottstown, Wolfgang was a steelworker for the former Bethlehem Steel Co. for 28 years, retiring in 1983. He also worked as a handyman for Kiss Motorcycles, Pottstown, for two years. Wolfgang was a member of the Manatawny Association, Pottstown, and the Honda Riders Club of America. He served in the Army Reserve. Surviving are three sons, Charles W. Wolfgang Jr. and Ronald L. Wolfgang, both of Pottstown, and M. Anthony, Morgantown; a daughter Cynthia Gotowski, Mt. Joy. Also two brothers, Larry Wolfgang of Stowe and David L. Wolfgang of Phillipsburg, N.J.; a sister, Bertha Hish of Douglassville; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son, William C. Wolfgang. Contributions may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association, 625 W. Ridge Pike, Bldg. A., Suite 100, Conshohocken, PA 19428. Burial was in Pottstown Cemetery - West. The Schumacher and Benner Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Pottstown, handled the arrangements.

Wolfgang, Robert R.

Robert R. Wolfgang of Mertztown R. 1 died last night in Allentown Hospital. He was 80. Born in Earl Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late William and Sarah (Rhoads) Wolfgang. He was a retired farmer. He was living on the farm of the Topton Lutheran Home. He belonged to the Lutheran congregation of St. Joseph's (Hill) Union Church. A former resident of Boyertown R. 3, he moved to the farm with his wife, the former Bertie Dotterer, about five years ago. Surviving with his widow are two sons, Raymond D., of Mertztown R. 1, and Warren D., of Hereford, and seven grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in St. Joseph's (Hill) Union Church. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home at 25 E. Weiss St., Topton.

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

Wolfgang, Wallace

Wolfgang, Warren D.

Services were held for Warren D. Wolfgang, 86, formerly of Route 100 in Barto, who died April 28 in the Lehigh Center in Lower Macungie Township. He was the widower of Laura (Stauffer) Wolfgang. Born in Colebrookdale, he worked as a security guard at Brown's Printing in East Greenville. He was also a furniture builder; a milkman for Longacre Dairy for 25 years; a part-time farmer; a foundry worker for the former Doehler-Jarvis, Eastern Foundry and Bally Block; and a small-engine repairman. Wolfgang was a member of Hereford Mennonite Church in Bally. Surviving are two sons, William S. Wolfgang of Sellersville and Joseph S. Wolfgang of Bally; four daughters, Nancy Burkhardt of Womelsdorf; Susan Davis of Nashville, Tenn.; Sarah Wolfgang of Bally and Alice Keppley of Boyertown; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Samaritan's Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, N.C. 28697, or to a local SPCA. Burial was in Hereford Mennonite Church Cemetery in Bally. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

Wolfskill, Charles S.

Charles S. Wolfskill died at his home, 270 South Ninth Street, aged 70 years. He was a native of this city, a son of the late Henry W. and Mary A. Wolfskill, and was a machinist with the Parish Manufacturing Company the past 25 years. He was a member of the Lutheran denomination, and was president of the Untied Social Club. His wife, Emily (Morris) Wolfskill died five months ago. Surviving are two children, Lenetta, wife of Willis Marks and Henry W. Wolfskill, this cit, one granddaughter, one great-grandchild, two brothers and three sisters: William and Allen Wolfskill, Mrs. Loretta Sheider, Mrs. Mabel Kraatz, and Catherine Wolfskill, all of this city. Funeral at the convenience of the family, the Rev. A. H. Naugle officiating. Interment in the Lauredale Cemetery, in charge of the Cramp Funeral Home.

Wolfskill, Emily (nee Morris)

Emily, nee Morris, wife of Charles S. Wolfskill, died in her home at 270 South 9th Street, aged 71 years. She was the daughter of John W. Morris and Anna Maria, (nee Orth.) Suviving besides her husband are a son Henry W. Wolskill and a daughter, Lenetta, wife of Willis Marks. Aslo surviving are two sisters; Esther Craig and Sarah Bender and four brothers; John; Isaac, and Grover of Reading,; and Jacter Carter, Winston, Ill. The Cramp Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangments.

Wolfskill, Emma M.

Wolfskill--In this city, on the 3d inst., Emma M., daughter of Martin L. and Sallie M. Wolfskill, aged 1 year, 1 month and 9 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of the parents, 822 Schuylkill Ave., on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Womelsdorff, Martha

Womelsdorff--In Philadelphia, May 22d, 1874, Martha Womelsdorff, wife of William Womelsdorff, in the 70th year of her age; and daughter of Henry and Sybilia Filbert of Bernville, Berks county, Pa.

Wonsidler, Luther L.

Luther Lewis Wonsidler, 79, of Simpsonville, S. C., formerly of Trumbauersville, died Saturday, Nov. 2 at Greenville Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of the late Annie Smith Wonsidler. He was born in Trumbauersville. He was a World War II veteran, a city manager in Dublin, a member of the Trumbauersville Lion's Club, a volunteer at Hillcrest Hospital in Simpsonville and a member of the Reformed Church of Christ, Trumbauersville. He is survived by: two daughters, Dannette of Simpsonville and Celene of Simpsonville; three sisters, Esther, Clara and Edna; two brothers, Llewellyn and David Ray; six grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Society of Greenville County, 113 Mills Ave., Greenville, S.C. 29605. Arrangements: Cannon Funerals and Cremations, Simpsonville, S.C.

Wood, Elaine R.

Burial will be held privately for Elaine R. (Malverne) Wood, 80, of Frederick Mennonite Community, where she had resided for eight months. She was the widow of Earl E. Wood and was formerly of the Sun City Center in Florida and Ocean City, N.J. Born in Ocean City, N.J., she worked as a floral arranger for Stainton's Flower Shop in Ocean City, N.J., and she was a homemaker. She is survived by two daughters, Carol E. Grace, of King of Prussia and Susan Case of Colorado. Also five grandchildren and one sister. She was predeceased by two brothers. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 752650309, Attn.: Philadelphia Affiliate. Calling hours will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the Shalkop-Grace Funeral Home, Bridge and Church streets, Spring City. Services will be at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Thomas H. Jenkins officiating. Burial will be privately at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Millville, N.J.

Wood, Glendon Thomas Jr.

Glendon Thomas Wood, Jr., 82, of Hellertown, passed away on Mar. 21, 2004 at Sacred Heart Hospital, Allentown. He was the husband of Elsie L. (LeGore) Wood. Born in Philadelphia he was the son of the late Glendon Thomas Wood, Sr. and Adeleine (Greenwood) Wood. He was a self-employed painting contractor for 30 years until he retired in 1985. Prior to that he was a farmer in Upper Black Eddy. He served with the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was a member of the Bridgeton Township Sportsman's Club amd the Edward H. Ackerman Post 397 in Hellertown. In addition to his wife he is survived by a daughter Linda S. Boss of Doylestown; and two grandchildren. He was predeceased by a sister, Margaret Atherton. Memorial services will be held Sat. April 24, 2004 at St. Luke's U.C.C. in Ottsville. Calling hours will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke's U.C.C. in Ottsville or the Williams Township, EMS. Arrangements: Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 326 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055

Wood, Shirley M.

Shirley M. Wood, 67, Boyertown, was dead on arrival of natural causes Aug. 28 in the emergency room at Pottstown Medical Center. Her husband, Edward R. Wood, died in 1977. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Leola M. (Bailey) Engleman, Boyertown, and the late G. Robert Engleman. Wood was employed as a billing administrative assistant by Creative Health of Reading, retiring in 2000. A 1956 graduate of Oley High School, she attended business school. Wood was a member of the Reading Moravian Church. She is also survived by a daughter, Wendy M. (Wood) Kline, with whom she last resided. Other survivors include a brother, Robert Engleman, Oley. There is also a granddaughter. Memorial services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in the L.W. Ott Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown.

Woods, Ann Marie

Ann Marie Woods, of West Rockhill Twp. previously of Richland Twp. Bucks Co. died in her home April 4, 2003. She was the wife of the late David C. Woods, Sr. Born in Somerville, Mass. she was a daughter of Helen M. (Davin) Collins of Mass. and the late Howard Collins, Jr. She was the Director of Social Work for 10 years at Neshaminy Manor, Doylestown. She was pleased in the realization of three primary goals during her tenure at Neshaminy Manor: the development and implementation of admissions for persons with AIDS, the conception and establishment of a Specialized Protective Care Unit and the formation of a Hospice program. She also worked at Bucks County Children and Youth Social Services Agency and was a therapist at the Family Services Agency in Quakertown. She also was a volunteer Social Worker at Doylestown Free Clinic. She was a member of Richland Friends Meeting, Quakertown. After raising her family, she returned to school and earned a BA at Antioch University. She continued her education at Marywood College receiving her Masters in Social Work. She was a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Pa. With her Masters degree and five years of work experience she earned her certification by the Academy of Certified Social Workers. She was active in the Civil Rights Movement, peace marches and the Vietnam War Moratorium. She was a Democratic Committee Women in Haycock Twp. for many years. She worked tirelessly to improve living conditions for residents state-wide. She developed the protocol for Residents Rights and designed and presented Advanced Directives for the residents of Neshaminy Manor. In addition to her mother she is survived by one son, David Woods, Jr.; three daughters, Nancy Eglington-Woods, Robin OBrien, and Heather Woods; one brother, Howard Collins, Jr.; one sister, Marilynn Doolin; and five grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to Memorial services at 2:00 p.m. Sat. June 28 at Salem Mennonite Church, 41 E. Cherry Road, Quakertown. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Bucks County Opportunity Council, 515 S. West End Blvd., Quakertown, PA 18951 Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, 20 N. Ambler Street, Quakertown, PA 18951

Woodward, Barbara A.

Mrs. Barbara A. Woodward (nee DeHart), widow of Evan E. Woodward, who died at her home, 125 Walnut St., at 7 o'clock this morning, was the fifth member of the First Baptist Church to pass away in the past three weeks. All were active in the congregation, which suffered a great loss. Mrs. Woodward's demise was due to a complication of diseases, and she was bedfast three weeks. Deceased was a lifelong resident of this city. She was active in the affairs of First Baptist Church, was formerly Treasurer of the Home Missionary Society, and an active worker in the local W.C.T.U. There survive six children: Hannah, wife of A.A. Reynolds of Winonah, NJ; Blanche, wife of E.L. Miller, of Glenside; E. May Woodward, Amanda DeHaven Woodward, and Rose Woodward, at home; and Elmer L. Woodward, of this city; two sisters, Mrs. Sarah Geiger and Mrs. Mary Geiger, of Elverson.

Woodward, Edward F.

Elverson, Dec. 26 - Edward F. Woodward, 77 died yesterday in his Joanna Heights home, Elverson R.D. 2. Born in Robeson Twp. he was a son of the late Lewis M. and Mary (Hart) Woodward. A Reading Company fireman before retiring, Woodward was a member of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen. Surviving are a sister, S. Anna, widow of S. Earl Hohl and a brother, Harry, of Anselma. Services will be held Friday at 10:30 a.m. in the Shalkup Funeral Home, Birdsboro, the Rev. Earl R. Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in Harmony Methodist Cemetery, near Joanna.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, December 26, 1962, p. 39. Submitted by Bruce.]

Woodward, Evan E.

WOODWARD - In this city, on the 25th inst., Evan E Woodward, aged 55 years. Funeral from his late residence, 125 Walnut street, on Wednesday morning at 11 o'clock. Interment private in Charles Evans cemetery.

[Source: Reading Times and Dispatch, Monday, August 28, 1900, p. 5. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Woodward, Evan E.

A retired locomotive engineer, died of liver complaint at his home, 125 Walnut, aged 56 years. He was confined to bed some time and had been ailing since last March. Deceased was employed as an engineer on the Wilmington & Northern Road for 28 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church and leaves a widow and five children.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, August 25, 1900. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Woodward, Lewis

Lewis Woodward, an aged citizen of Robeson Twp, died Friday morning at his residence, about one mile south of Joanna station. He was in his 74th year, and had been a forgeman all his life.

Woodward, Lewis

Lewis Woodward, a citizen of Robeson Township, died at his residence, about one mile south of Joanna Station, on the Wilmington Railroad, of an affection of the throat, in his 74th year of age. He resided on the above farm upward of 40 years. He was twice married, and his second wife survives him. He had ten children, all by his first wife - eight sons and two daughters - six of whom are dead. Evan Woodward, of this city, is one of his sons. Mary Emory, widow, a sister of deceased, is still living, and is now in her 79th year.

Woodward, Lewis M.

Lewis M. Woodward Dies At Joanna Heights.
Joanna, Nov. 8 (Special) Lewis M. Woodward died yesterday at his home, at Joanna Heights, of heart disease and a complication of troubles, after an illness of about six months. He was in his 62nd year and was a well-known farmer. His widow and these children remain: Warren and Ralph, of Spring City; Harry, of Anselma; Edward, Alonzo, and Annie, at home. Thomas Woodward, of Joanna, is a brother. Funeral on Thursday morning, Nov. 11, at 11 o'clock. Services and interment at Harmony Church.

Woodward, Rose G.

Rose G. Woodward, a well-known school teacher, passed away at the home of her sister, Mrs. H. D. Straub, Springmont. Death was due to complications. She suffered a nervous breakdown several years ago, from which she never fully recovered. There survive the following sisters: Mrs. Hanna W. Reynolds, Wenonah, NJ; Mrs. Harry D. Straub, Springmont; Mrs. Robert D. Ringler, Douglassville; and Mrs. Edward F. Miller, Washington, DC; also a brother, Elmer L. Woodward, Reading. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church.

Woodward, Thomas

Thomas Woodward Dies at Joanna, Aged- 79 years Joanna, Apr 5 - Thomas Woodward in his 79th year, died last evening after an illness of almost a week from the effect of paralysis. Deceased was stricken at the stable while harnessing his horse. His wife found him there. Dr. M.S. Mengle, of Elverson, took charge of the unfortunate man, but he never regained consciousness. Deceased was the son of the late Lewis and Hannah Woodward, of this vicinity, and is the last member of the family of five children. For a number of years deceased was an employee of the old W&N railroad, and resided in the buildings at the company farm north of White Bear. Some years ago he purchased a farm at this place which he conducted successfully. He was well known for his quiet disposition. Funeral on Saturday, April 6, at 11 a.m. Services at St James' Lutheran church, Geigertown by Rev. E F Deibert, of Birdsboro. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Everett Mauger & Son, of Birdsboro, are the undertakers. Deceased is survived by his widow and two sons: Charles, Philadelphia, and another in a home near the same city. (NOTE- the second son was Lewis Woodward)

[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, April 5, 1918, p. 15. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Wooten, Annie

Wooten- On Monday evening Apr 8, Annie wife of John F Wooten. Friends are cordially invited to services, at the house. Friday at one o'clock. Interment is private.

Worley, Alice G.

WORLEY -- In Mohnton, on the 8th inst., ALICE G. WORLEY, aged 45 years and 6 months. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, in Mohnton, on Thursday at 9.30 a.m. at the house. Further services at Zion's United Evangelical Church. Interment in Mohnton cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, September 11, 1912, p. 14. Submitted by: Marianne.]

Worman, Lewis

Mr. Lewis Worman, a much respected citizen of Boyertown, died of heart disease on Sunday afternoon, while seated on a chair. He had been complaining of various ailments from the effects of grippe, for several weeks, but was not considered very sick, and was able to attend to his work up to the day before his sudden death. Deceased was 72 years of age and leaves a wife and an adopted daughter, Annie, wife of Henry Stauffer, of New Berlinville. A brother, Stover Worman, and three sisters, Mrs. Lewis Ritter, Mrs. John Borneman and Sarah Worman, also survive. Mr. Worman followed the occupation of saddler here for nearly fifty years. He was the treasurer of the Fairview Cemetery Association for many years. The funeral will take place this forenoon. Deceased and his wife were born on the same day and were married on their birthday anniversary.

Worman, Lewis

The funeral of Lewis Worman, took place last Wednesday. Undertaker Brumbach had charge. Presiding Elder Haman of Reading, and Rev. J. E. Freeman, officiated. The services were held in the Reformed Church. The pall bearers were Joshua Bahr, Franklin Hartman; Elmer Stauffer, Levi Stauffer, Frederick Stauffer, Daniel Bower, A. S. Leidy, J. H. Sassaman. Interment was made in Fairview Cemetery.

Worman, Sarah

Miss Sarah Worman, a nonagenarian and the oldest woman in Boyertown, died shortly after 4 o'clock, Wednesday afternoon, at the home of her niece, Mrs. Amanda Bower, No. 212 East Philadelphia Avenue. She was aged 92 years, 4 months and 3 days. Deceased was in good health until the day following her 92d birthday anniversary, when she suffered a stroke of apoplexy and had since been confined She was the daughter of Joseph and Catherine Worman and the last member of a family of eight children. One brother, Stover Worman, who died a number of years ago, was well known and the oldest shoemaker in this section. The funeral will be held from the home of Mrs. Amanda Bower, on Monday at 10:30 o'clock. All services will be held at the house. Rev. J. M. Rinker, pastor of the Trinity United Evangelical Church, will have charge of the services.

Wotring, Alice C. (nee Miller)

Mrs. Alice C. (Miller) Wotring, 70, of 48 E. Smith St., Topton, died yesterday afternoon in the Phoebe-Devitt Home, Allentown. Born in Luzerne County, Mrs. Wotring was a daughter of the late Warren and Elizabeth (Seipler) Miller. The wife of Charles H. Wotring, she was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Topton. Surviving with her husband are three daughters, Catharine, wife of Robert Rumble; Frances, wife of Willis Rohrbach, and Madeline, wife of Warren Lantz, all of Topton; a son, Charles P., of Alburtis; four sisters, Mrs. Ella McGinley of Alburtis, Sarah, wife of Nathan Serfass, Palmerton, and Mrs. Clara Sterner and Addie, wife of Paul Serfass, both of Kresgeville; two brothers, Lloyd Miller and Howard Miller, both of Kresgeville; four stepsisters, Pauline Bruch and Anna, wife of Marlin Johnson, both of Palmerton, and Helen, wife of Granville Shearer, and Irene, wife of Evan Koch, both of Kresgeville; three stepbrothers, Russell Bruch and Clinton Bruch, both of Kresgeville, and Chester Bruch of Wilson, and 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Trexler and Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. There will be no calling hours.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, May 6, 1973, page C-18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wounderly, William E.

William E. Wounderly, for 26 years the fish warden of Berks County, died suddenly of a heart attack at his home yesterday morning in Reading. He was in his 72nd year. A native of Reading, Wounderly was a son of the late John and Amelia A. (Moyer) Wounderly and spent his boyhood on a farm near Lenhartsville. He and his wife, the former Ida Labe, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on April 29. Surviving are his wife and six children; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The veteran of the Spanish-American war was a member of many sportsmen's organizations in Berks county.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 6, 1949, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Wren, Edwinna W.

Edwinna W. Wren, 91, Gilbertsville, formerly of Boyertown, died Aug. 16 in Pottstown Medical Center. Her husband, Robert R. Wren, died Dec. 1, 1979. Born in New Berlinville, she was a daughter of the late Maurice and Alice (Weller) Lorah. Wren and her husband were the owners-operators of the Robert R. Wren & Co., Boyertown, for 40 years, retiring in 1979. She was a graduate of Boyertown High School. Wren was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Boyertown. Surviving are two sons, John R., Vanderbilt, Mich., and Timothy S., Decorah, Iowa; and three daughters: Mary Ellen (Wren) Ramsey, Gilbertsville; Betty Jane (Wren) Schuette, Bedford, Ohio; and Ruth Ann Wren, Boyertown. Other survivors include two sisters, Hilda (Lorah) O'Connell and Margaret (Lorah) Moyer, both of Gilbertsville. There are also 20 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in St. John's Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown. Morrell Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown, is in charge of arrangements.

Wrentzel, John E.

John E. Wrentzel, 74, Exeter Township, died July 21 at 5:21 a.m. in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for 35 days. He was the husband of Phyllis A. (Baker) Wrentzel. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Luther and Estelle (Frederick) Wrentzel. Wrentzel had been employed for 17 years as a camera technician and in quality control by Offset Impressions Inc., Reading, retiring in 1993. He spent the last seven years working in the mailroom of Reading Hospital. He was a member of Community Evangelical Church, Sinking Spring. Wrentzel was a 1949 graduate of Reading High School. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Wrentzel is also survived by a son, Dennis, Wyomissing; and two daughters, Cheryl (Wrentzel) Bender, Temple, and Sandra (Wrentzel) Levengood, Birdsboro. Other survivors include a brother, Richard, Auburn, Maine. There are also six grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring. Burial will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.

Wright, Dorothy Lovina

Services were held for Dorothy Lovina (Baer) Wright, 82, widow of Charles Leroy Wright, of Hillview Road, Amity Township, who died January 27 in St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading. She was born in Mohrsville, Berks County. In the mid-1980s, she retired as a nurse's aide from Pennhurst State Hospital in Norristown. She was a former member of High Point Baptist Chapel in Geigertown and attended Exeter Bible Church in Exeter. Wright is survived by two sons, Charles Leroy Wright of Rockwall, Texas, and David Michael Wright of Burlington, N.C.; a brother, Norman Baer of Mohrsville; and four grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Stephen Mark Wright. Contributions may be made to the church at P.O. Box 188, Geigertown, PA 19523; or to Christar, 621 Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601. Burial was private in Forest Hills Memorial Park. The Dengler Funeral Home, Birdsboro, handled the arrangements.

Wright, Dorothy L.

Among the local survivors of Dorothy L. (Baer) Wright, 82, Amity Township, who died Jan. 27 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient 10 days, is a brother, Norman Baer, Mohrsville.

Wrobel, Susan M.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Susan M. Wrobel, 48, of Perkiomen Avenue, Mount Penn, who died July 2 in Beverly Manor Nursing Center, Exeter Township. She was the wife of Richard Wrobel. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of William F. and Dorothy G. (Spencer) Simmons, Shillington. She was employed by Prospectus-Berco, Shillington, last working in October. Wrobel was a member of St. Catharine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, Exeter Township. She was a 1973 graduate of Holy Name High School and a 1978 graduate of Temple University, Philadelphia. Wrobel is also survived by two sons, Brian and Andrew, both at home. Other survivors include two brothers and two sisters. Burial was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. The Gallman-Sonoski Funeral Home Inc., Reading, was in charge of arrangements.

Wummer, Rebecca

Wummer -- In Reading, November 26th, 1874, Mrs. Rebecca Wummer, wife of George F. Wummer, aged 47 years, 2 months and 28 days.

Wurst, Dillon A.

Among the local survivors of Dillon A. Wurst, infant son of David A. and Susan L. (Heilman) Wurst, of Lower Heidelberg Township, who was stillborn March 2 in Reading Hospital, is his maternal grandmother, Peggy L. (Barner) Heilman, Fleetwood.

Wunder, Esther H.

Wunder--In this city, on the 11th inst., Esther H. wife of Raymond Wunder, aged 26(?) years4 months and 27 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral without further notice from her late residence, 715 Lincoln street, Monday at 1 p.m. Services at the house. Interment private in Hain's Church cemetery.

Wunder, Frederick

Wunder, Henry

Wunder - In Reading, on May 27th, Henry Wunder, aged 71 years 8 months and 15 days.

Wunder, John

Wunder - In this city, on the 23d instant, John Wunder, son of Susan and the late Henry Wunder, aged 21 years, 4 months and 9 days.

Wunder, Mrs. Raymond

Tributes at Wander Funeral. The following were received at teh funeral of Mrs. Raymond Wunder, 715 Lincoln street: Pillow of roses, husband and children; blanket, mother; basket of chrysanthemums, sisters and brothers; chrysanthemums, Vanity Fair; carnations, Lizzie Kirlin and Mrs. Foreman; carnations, mother-in-law, and family, carnations, sister-in-law Maggie and family; carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Stuebner, carnations, Kline's' Drug Store; carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Scholl and family; dahlias, Mrs. Fox, Chrysanthemums, Mr. and Mrs. Deysher and Mr. and Mrs. Engle; chrysanthemums, Stella Brown, carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Dougherty, dahlias, Mrs. Kalbach; dahlias, Mrs. Kurtz and Mrs. Usner; spray, Mr. Homan and Gladys; carnations, nieces and nephew Kirlin.

Wunsch, Alice Eliza

Wunsch - In Hamburg, November 8th, Alice Eliza, daughter of Jacob and Rebecca Wunsch, aged 7 years, 8 months and 24 days.

Wunsch, Hannah Margareth

Wunsch - In Hamburg, November 23d, Hannah Margareth, daughter of Jacob and Rebecca Wunsch, aged 10 years, 10 months and 10 days.

Wunsch, Jacob George

Wunsch - In Hamburg, November 10th, Jacob George, son of Jacob and Rebecca Wunsch, aged 2 years, 7 months and 1 day.

Wysong, Jeananne

A memorial service was held for Jeananne (Weller) Wysong, 41, of Ruscombmanor, Berks County, wife of Gregory L. Wysong, who died May 19 in Easton Hospital. Born in Pottstown, she was a 1979 Boyertown Area High School graduate and spent three years at the Pennsylvania Institute of Technology. She worked as an electronic technician at NCR in Bethlehem for 15 years, retiring in April. Wysong was a member of Safe Bible Fellowship Church in Fleetwood. Surviving in addition to her husband are two daughters, Miranda J. and Joelle W. Wysong, both of Ruscombmanor; two sisters, Joanne Sabold of Pottstown; Suzanne Weller of Boyertown; two brothers, Gary L. Weller of Freehold, N.J., and Dennis P. Weller of Boyertown. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Berks County Unit, 498 Bellevue Ave., Reading, PA 19605. Burial was in Union Cemetery in Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - W

Wendell, Arlene C.

Wendling, Edward

Wendling, Eliza (nee Schubert)

Wendling, Eliza (nee Schubert)

Wendling, Elizabeth

Wendling, George

Wendling, James F.

Wendling, John H.

Wendling, Wilson

Wenger, Joseph B.

Wenger, Mary T.

Wengert, Ellen Nora (nee Hollenbach)

Wengert, Jonathan

Wengert, Mary

Wenner, Jas.

Wenner, Louisa E.

Wenner, Tilara (nee Moll)

Wenrich, Adam

Wenrich, Daniel

Wenrich, Elizabeth (nee Rader)

Wenrich, Esther M.

Wenrich, Hannah

Wenrich, Hannah Amanda

Wenrich, Harvey O.

Wenrich, Howard William

Wenrich, James E.

Wenrich, Mary A.

Wenrich, Mary Ann

Wenrich, Paul

Wenrich, Rufus

Wenrich, Salome

Wenrich, Samuel

Wenrich, Samuel E.

Wenrich, Walter M.

Wenrich, William Milton

Wenrich, William P.

Wentling, Child of James

Wentling, Infant of Alfred

Wentling, John D.

Wentling, Peter S.

Wentling, Mrs. Simon

Wentzel, Aaron F.

Wentzel, Amanda (nee Hafer)

Wentzel, Amelia

Wentzel, Amos F.

Wentzel, Amos H.

Wentzel, Augustus L.

Wentzel, Calvin D.

Wentzel, Charles B.

Wentzel, Charles E.

Wentzel, Chester A. Sr.

Wentzel, Daniel B.

Wentzel, Daniel C.

Wentzel, Edwin W.

Wentzel, Elmer I.

Wentzel, Emma M. (nee Ouellette)

Wentzel, Estella N. (nee Noecker)

Wentzel, Mrs. George

Wentzel, George E.

Wentzel, Hannah G. (nee Bingaman)

Wentzel, Mrs. Henrietta Feather

Wentzel, Henry K.

Wentzel, Howard

Wentzel, Isaac

Wentzel, Jacob D.

Wentzel, Jacob F.

Wentzel, James Herbert

Wentzel, James S.

Wentzel, Jeremiah

Wentzel, Katie (nee DeLong)

Wentzel, Laura E. (nee Lebo)

Wentzel, Leah

Wentzel, Leroy A.

Wentzel, Lillie M. (nee Lorah)

Wentzel, Louise Kurath

Wentzel, Margaret

Wentzel, Melvin C.

Wentzel, Melvin C.

Wentzel, Rosa A. (nee Keller)