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Hohl, Richard, passed away in the Reading Hospital at the age of 47 years. He was the son of the late Walter and Mary Harner Hohl. He is survived by his wife, Marietta Kirlin Hohl, and one daughter, Rose Mary. Brother Hohl had been ailing for the past three years. Through this period of suffering, his desire became more and more earnest to give himself completely to the Lord. His passing on Sunday evening of May 7, 1950, marked the transition of his residence from earth to glory. Funeral services were conducted by his pastor. That which is mortal was laid to rest in the Memorial Mausoleum, Wyomissing Hills, on May 11, 1950. __G. R. Booth
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXVI, no. 24, June 13, 1950, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]
Services were held in Salem (Belleman's) Church, Centre Township, for Paul L. Holcombe Jr., 77, who died Dec. 9 in his Belleman's Church Road, Centre Township residence. Burial was in Fairview (Belleman's) Cemetery. He was the husband of Catherine M. (Kauffman) Holcombe. Born in Lambertville, N.J., he was a son of the late Paul L., Sr. and Helen M. (Bellis) Holcombe. He was a 1944 graduate of Lambertville High School and attended Rutgers University. Holcombe was a World War II Army veteran. Until retiring in 1988, he was employed as an agronomy consultant by Reading Bone Fertilizer, Cumru Township, for 21 years. He was previously employed in 1947 by the Paul Whiteman Walking Horse and Angus Farm, Rosemont, N.J., and by Soleil Angus Farm and Cloud Valley Farm, both in Pottstown. He was a leader of the Berks County 4-H Beef Club from 1969 to 1984 and a committee member of the Berks County 4-H Development Council, Bern Township. Holcombe was past president of the Brandywine Angus Association, Chester County, and a former director of the Berks-Southeast Cattleman's Association. He was a former executive committee member of Centerport Grange 1600. In 1982, Holcombe was a delegate to France and Germany through the French and German Alliance of Farmers Exchange. Also surviving were two sons, Paul L. Holcombe III, Enon, Ohio, and James K. Holcombe, Centre Township; and two daughters, Cathy E. (Holcombe) delFierro, Spring Valley, N.Y., and Ann E. (Holcombe) Stump, Centre Township. There are also 11 grandchildren. Other survivors include three sisters: Verna (Holcombe) Vetter, Long Island, N.Y.; Dorothy (Holcombe) Miller, Allentown; and Ethel (Holcombe) Musselman, New Hope, Bucks County. The Leibensperger Funeral Home, Centerport, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, December 18, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Holl, Annie L., wife of Mark D. Holl, Kutztown fell asleep in Christ on December 23, 1953, at the age of 78 years. She was a charter member of First Church. Her husband and a daughter Naomi survive. Her pastor conducted the funeral service in the Schaeffer and Stump Funeral Home in Kutztown, and interment was made in the Charles Evans Cemetery. __George B. Carvell
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXX, no. 5, February 2, 1954, p. 16. Submitted by: Lynn.]
Funeral services were held for Mildred M. Jordan Holl, 88, formerly of East Walnut Street, Shillington, who died March 25 in Reading Hospital. She was taken to the hospital from Mifflin Court, Cumru Township, where she had resided for 18 months. She was predeceased by her first husband, Peter Jordan, in 1958, and by her second husband, Frederick H. Holl, in 1987. Born in Boyertown, she was employed for 20 years as a cafeteria worker in the Governor Mifflin School District, retiring in 1979. Surviving are a daughter, Nina M. (Jordan) Ward, Roundrock, Texas; and three sons: Francis P., Mohrsville; Ronald L., Kingwood, Texas; and John D., Montrose Manor. Other survivors include 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Shillington, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, April 3, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Ruth Lugorah Holl aged 1 year 5 months and 29 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her residence 232 Washington St., 2 o’clock Thursday afternoon. Interment private at Charles Evans Cemetery.
A precious one from us is gone,
A voice we loved is stilled;
A place is vacant in our home
Which never can be filled.
[Source: Reading Eagle, May 6, 1907. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Holl--In this city, on the 13th inst., Samuel Holl, in the 70th year of his age. The relatives and friends of the Family and Lodge 62, F. and A.M., are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, No. 342 North 6th street, on Wednesday afternoon, at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 15, 1886. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Eva R. Holland, 90, formerly of Pennside, died May 2 at 8:15 a.m. in the Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where she had resided 16 months. Her husband, Thomas P. Holland, died Dec. 15, 1976. Born in Host, Tulpehocken Township, she was a daughter of the late William D. and Sallie Ann (Whilhelm) Kline. Holland was the owner-operator of the Holland Print Shop, Pennside, for 43 years, retiring in 1975. She was a member of Bern Lutheran Church, Bern Township. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Services will be Friday at 10 a.m. in the Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 3, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hollenbach - In Centre, August 28th, Amelia Agnes, daughter of William W. and Matilda Hollenbach, aged 4 months and 28 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 18, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]
Edna Hollenbach, former innkeeper. Edna F. Hollenbach, a retired co-owner of a Womelsdorf inn, died Dec. 18 at 5 a.m. in the emergency room of Reading Hospital. Hollenbach, 91, of 4070 Smaltz Road, Marion Township, was taken to the hospital from manorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, where she had resided since Dec. 13. Her husband, John I. Hollenbach, died June 8, 1984. Hollenbach and her husband owned and operated the Conrad Weiser Inn, Womelsdorf, for 20 years, retiring in 1985. Born in Bern Township, she was a daughter of the late James and Elizabeth (Schaeffer) Wayne. She was a member of Zion United Church of Christ, Womelsdorf. Hollenbach, who resided with Leonard Layser, is survived by a son, Marvin W. Schonour, South Heidelberg Township. Other survivors include three sisters: Esther (Wayne) Gerhart, Fredericksburg, Lebanon County; Laura (Wayne) Hower, Bernville; and Elsie (Wayne) Blessing, Bern Township. There are also two grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Hetrick Funeral Home, Womelsdorf. Burial will be in Womelsdorf Union Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, December 19, 2001, p. B6. Submitted by: Judy.]
Hollenbach -- In Perry, May 27th, Henry Hollenbach, husband of Catharine Reber, aged 43 years, 4 months and 17 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 13, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Richmond Township, for Katherine F. Hollenbach, Rocky Lane, Rockland Township, who died of natural causes Jan. 17 in Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill, Cumberland County, shortly after being admitted. She was taken to the hospital from Health South Rehabilitation Center, Mechanicsburg, where she had been a patient four days. Burial was private. She was the wife of Neil E. Hollenbach. Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine F. (Higgins) Mautz. She was a member of St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church, Philadelphia. Also surviving are three sons, William C. Hollenbach and Michael S. Hollenbach, both of Philadelphia; and Edward W. Hollenbach, Rockland Township. There are also five grandchildren and one great-grandson. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, January 23, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of Gene L. Hollenbach, of Windsor Township, who died of natural causes May 16 shortly after admission to St. Joseph Medical Center, are two sisters, Deborah A. (Hollenbach) Fair, Fleetwood and Nancy L. (Hollenbach) James, Kempton.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, May 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Gene L. Hollenbach, 60, of Old Route 22, Windsor Township, who died of natural causes May 16 shortly after being admitted to St. Joseph Medical Center. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. He was the husband of Dolores A. (Shollenberger) Hollenbach. Born in Myerstown, he was a son of the late Wayne S. and Estella (Dundore) Hollenbach. He was a former mayor of Auburn, Schuylkill County. Hollenbach was employed as a supervisor by General Battery Corp., for 15 years, and later as a steward at the Union Fire Company, both of Hamburg. Surviving are a son, Gregory L. Hollenbach, Schuylkill Haven; and two daughters, Stacy L. (Hollenbach) Andrefski, Orwigsburg, and Lesley J. (Hollenbach) Wagner, Reading. Other survivors include three stepsons: Norman K. Bailey, Allentown; Brett D. Bailey, Hamburg; and Bart D. Bailey, Shoemakersville; and three stepdaughters: Barbara L. (Bailey) Hartman, Perry Township; and Cheryl A. (Bailey) Breitigan and Michele M. (Bailey) Dierwechter, both of Tilden Township. There are also 16 grandchildren. Additional survivors include six brothers: Richard L. Hollenbach, Campbelltown, Lebanon County; Earl E. Hollenbach, Fredericksburg; Dennis D. Smith, Dauberville; Wayne S. Hollenbach Jr., Leesport; John L. Hollenbach, Reading; nad Carl A. Hollenbach, Dunnellon, Fla. There are also six sisters surviving: Janet E. (Smith) Boyd, Seltzer City, Schuylkill County; Linda L. (Hollenbach) Kefalinos, Perry Township; Nancy L. (Hollenbach) James, Kempton; Barbara A. Hollenbach, Laureldale; Deborah A. (Hollenbach) Fair, Fleetwood; and Patricia A. (Hollenbach) Body, Elizabeth City, N.C.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 28, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Hollenbach - In Perry, January 7th, Mary Magdalena Hollenbach, wife of Henry Hollenbach, aged 70 years, 3 months, and 27 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 21, 1871. Submitted by Kathy.]
Farming community leader. Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Miles D. Hollenbach, 88, Old Route 22, Upper Tulpehocken Township, who died Oct. 27 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Sept. 24. Burial was in Strausstown Cemetery. He was predeceased by his wife, Lillian M. Hollenbach, who died in 1997. Born in Upper Tulpehocken Township, he was a son of the late Milton D. and Lizzie (Stump) Hollenbach. He was a long-time farmer in the area. Hollenbach was a leader in the 4-H Club for 25 years, and was an executive in Shartlesville Grange 1512. He was a former treasurer of the Hamburg School Board and an original member of the Blue Mountain Climbing Club. Hollenbach was featured as the first outstanding farm family in the Reading Eagle in 1956. He was a member of Zion (Blue Mountain) United Church of Christ, Strausstown, where he was a former member of council. Surviving is a son, Carl E. Hollenbach, Bernville, and three daughters: Esther L. (Hollenbach) Sweigart and Helen L. (Hollenbach) Shirey, both of Bernville; and Faye (Hollenbach) Daub, Bethel. There are also 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, November 6, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Funeral services were held Wilmer A. Pete Hollowbush, 88, of Sanatoga Road, Pottstown, widower of Mildred (Byrne) Hollowbush, who died June 13 in Montgomery County Geriatric & Rehabilitation Center in Upper Providence. Born in Perkiomenville, Hollowbush retired in 1976 after working for 36 years as a welder at the former Bethlehem Steel Corp. of Pottstown. He was an Army veteran of World War II, and a recipient of the Purple Heart. Hollowbush was a member of New Hanover Lutheran Church of New Hanover for 63 years, where he taught Sunday School and was a member of the Sunday School Orchestra. He was a life member of the Boyertown Music League. Surviving are a son, Jeffry Hollowbush of Oley; a daughter, Kim Hollowbush of Pottstown. Also two brothers, Robert Hollowbush of Fleetwood and Paul Hollowbush of Obelisk; a sister, Helen Moyer of Boyertown; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister. Contributions may be made to New Hanover Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 2941 Lutheran Road, Gilbertsville, PA 19525. Burial was in New Hanover Lutheran Church Cemetery. The arrangements were handled by the Catagnus Funeral Home, Pottstown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Holtzman - On February 18th, Alfred, son of Peter and Esther Holtzman, aged 8 years, 2 months and 7 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 4, 1871. Submitted by Kathy.]
Mrs. Mary A. Holtzman, nee Fritch, 68, of Alburtis R. 1 died yesterday in Allentown hospital. She was the widow of Leo J. Holtzman. A native of Longswamp township, she was the daughter of the late Edwin and Elizabeth (Romig) Fritch. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp Union church. Survivors include one son, Edward L., with whom she resided; three brothers, John and Edwin Fritch of Mertztown and Lesher Fritch of Emmaus; a sister, Mrs. Lizzie Reinert of Vera Cruz.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 27, 1948, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Mrs. Sallie Ann Holtzman, nee Herring, wife of Byron J. Holtzman, died at 1:50 a.m. Tuesday at her home, 950 Allen St. She had been sick the past six weeks. Born in Lower Longswamp township, she was the daughter of the late Wilson and Emmeleine (Romig) Herring. She lived in Allentown for the past 50 years, and was a member of Dubbs Memorial Reformed Church. Besides her husband, there survive four daughters: Dorothea, wife of Charles Leslie Sprague, Allentown, Bertha K. And Florence E., both at home, and Anna A., wife of Ralph LaFave, Brooklyn, N.Y.; one son, Charles B. Holtzman, Allentown; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Also the following half-sisters and half-brothers, Ralph Herring and Howard Herring, Allentown; William Herring, Orefield; Mrs. Tanna Quitto, Hokendauqua and Mrs. Jennie Boyer, Allentown. Funeral services Friday at 2p.m. in the J.S. Burkholder funeral home, 1601 Hamilton St. Interment Grandview cemetery. Calling hours are 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 10, 1947, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]
Holzman - In Bethel, December 18th, Clementine A. Holzman, wife of J. Franklin Holzman, and daughter of Philip and Lovina Kline, aged 26 years, 4 months and 22 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 16, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]
Sinking Spring, April 4 (Special). – Leroy Calvin Holzman died at the home of his parents, Calvin F. and Mary F. (Bergman) Holzman, Route 2, Sinking Spring, aged 14 years and 10 months. Besides the parents there survive two sisters, Florence, wife of John Lutz, near this borough, and Dora, wife of Andrew Klopp, this borough. He was a member of the Olive Leaf Union Sunday School, Fritztown, and was a student in the Wilson high school. Funeral on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from the home of the parents, near this borough. Further services in St. john's Lutheran Church, this borough, Rev. John S. Sowa officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery, in charge of funeral director C. Norman Lamm of Wernersville.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, April 4, 1930. Submitted by: Jeff.]
Holzman - In Rehrersburg, on June 28th, Rebecca Holzman, daughter of Christian and Sarah Holzman, aged 45 years, 4 months and 14 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, July 17, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]
Funeral services were held for Alice E. Homan, 100, formerly of Reading, who died December 23 in Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where she had been a resident since 1998. Born in Reading, she was a looper for many years for Nolde and Horst Knitting Mill, Reading. She was a member of St. Stephen's United Church of Christ, Reading. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Burial was in Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, January 1, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Carl H. Homan, 78, of Stag Cove, Lake Wynonah, died Thursday night at Pottsville Hospital, where he had been a patient since July 9. Born in Ruscombmanor Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Bright J. and Matilda Luttman Homan. He was an Army veteran of World War II. He worked as a security guard for six years at Lake Wynonah, last working in April. Before that, he had been employed for 38 years by Firestone-Occidental Chemical Corp., Pottstown, retiring Sept. 1, 1986. Surviving are his wife, the former Geraldine G. Valentine; four daughters, Dorothy L. Boettlin, Pottstown, Peggy D. Woods, Lancaster, Beverly J. Homan, Reading, and Robin L. Homan Temple; a brother, Robert, Reading; a sister Miriam Arndt, Reading; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 2 p.m. today from Mae E. Stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood. Interment will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, July 23, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Esther L. Homan, 96, formerly of State Street, Hamburg, who died Dec. 31 in the Topton Lutheran Home, where she had resided since March 19, 1997. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, Chester Homan, who died Dec. 3, 1963. Born in Hamburg, she was a daughter of the late Robert T. and Katie E. (Folk) Koller. She and her husband were the owners/operators of Homan's IGA Store and Post Office, Virginville, for 19 years. After closing the store in 1962, she was assistant postmaster and postmaster until retiring. Homan was a 65-year member and past matron of Blue Mountain Chapter 443 Order of Eastern Star, Hamburg, and was past noble grand of Clementine Rebekah Lodge 571, Hamburg. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, January 8, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Homan -- At Harrisburg, Joseph Homan, in the 29th year of his age.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 13, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Homan--In this city, on the 29th inst., Samuel James, son of Samuel Y. and Elisabeth Homan, aged 3 years, 9 months and 20? days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of the parents, 1534 Perkiomen Ave., on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, October 2, 1911. Submitted by Nancy.]
Among the local survivors of Stephen E. Homan, of Bern Township, who died of natural causes May 1 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital, is a daughter, Danielle L. (Homan) Vanella, Fleetwood.
[Source: The Kutztown Patriot, May 8, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held in the Sanders Funeral Home, Reading, for Stephen E. Homan, 52, of Fairview Drive, Bern Township, who died of natural causes May 1 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital. Burial was private. He was the husband of Terre A. (Boone) Homan. Born in Reading, he was a son of Ruth E. (Enders) Young, Reading. He was employed as a car man by Norfolk & Southern Railroad, Allentown, for the past 30 years. He was also a traveling safety instructor for the railroad. Homan was the local vice chairman of the Transportation Communications International Union Local 6965, Allentown. Also surviving are a daughter, Danielle L. (Homan) Vanella, Fleetwood; and two sons, Allen E. Homan, Leesport, and Derek B. Homan, Reading. There are also three grandchildren. Other survivors include a sister, Stephanie L. (Homan) Sweigart, Mohrsville; a brother, David A. Homan, Leesport; and his stepfather, Irving B. Young, Reading.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 20, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Susanna, wife of Charles E. Homan, No. 804 Elm Street, Reading, died suddenly of heart disease yesterday, aged 34 years. Deceased was indisposed for three months but her ailment was not considered serious. She ate a hearty supper Wednesday evening and retired early. About 1 a.m., she awoke her husband and told him she felt so cold, whereupon he assisted her down stairs and placed her in a rocker near the stove. Mr. Holman sat with his wife for a time, when she insisted that he should retire, which he did. When he went down stairs at 5 a.m., he found her in the same position as when he left. He tried to arouse her and was horrified to find her dead. The body was still warm and Dr. Becker sent for, but she had already passed away. Deceased was a daughter of Joseph Roberts, of this city, who survives, together with these brothers and sisters: Orville, Walter, Ida and Louisa, all of this city. There were no surviving children. Deceased was a member of the First Reformed Church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 6, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]
Hook--In Baumstown, on 20th isnt, Elam D. Hook, aged 67 years, 2 months and 5 days. Relatives and friends, also Washington Camp, No. 230, P.O.S. of A., of St. Lawrence, and Mt. Pleasant Council No. 37, Order of Independent Americans of Birdsboro, are invited to attend the funeral from his late residence in Baumstown on Monday at 1:30 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Aulenbach's cemetery. Trams will meet Birdsboro trolley cars at Paxson's, leaving Reading at 9:40 and 11:40 a.m.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, April 2, 1910. Submitted by Nancy.]
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 31, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Marlene D. Hoover, 53, Leesport, died of natural causes July 11 at 8:38 p.m. in the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had resided since June 22. She was the wife of Mark W. Hoover. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Barbara (Bixler) Bendrick, Reading, and the late Raphael G. Bendrick. Hoover was employed for two years as a registered nurse by St. Joseph Medical Center, last working in 2004. She was a certified paralegal. Hoover was a 1972 graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing. She is also survived by two sisters, Sandy G. (Bendrick) Stewart, Muhlenberg Township, and Lisa S. (Bendrick) Hughes, York; and a brother, David S. Bendrick, Reading. Services will be private. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 13, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Hoover, Robert F., of 728 Chestnut St., Reading, passed away November 27, 1953 at the age of 78 years, 8 months, and 1 day. He was born in Dauphin Co., March 26, 1875. His father was the late Jeremiah Hoover, his mother, Mary Ann Landis Hoover. He was the brother of the late H. Willis Hoover who had been a Presiding Elder of the United Evangelical Church and a former Pastor of Grace Church, Reading. He is survived by a brother, Galen (Gus) Hoover of Reading, a son, Herman I. Hoover of Harrisburg and a daughter, Edna, wife of Elmer Reidel of Hershey. His body was laid to rest in Pleasantview Cemetery. __N. S. Hoffman
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXX, no. 6, February 9, 1954, p. 12. Submitted by: Lynn.]
Services were held in Salem-Berne United Methodist Church, Tilden Township, for Anna L. Hoppes, 93, formerly of Schuylkill County, who died in the Schuylkill Center, Pottsville, where she had resided since December 2000. Burial was in the church cemetery. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of the late James and Agnes (Loose) Trump. Until retiring in 1979, she was employed in housekeeping by Price/General Battery, Hamburg, and by the Hamburg Center. She was a member of Salem-Berne UM Church, Tilden Township. Surviving are three sons, Larry L. Hoover, Chevy Chase, Md., Ray D. Hoover, Pottsville; and Terry Loose, Tilden Township. There are also five grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Other survivors include a brother, Ralph Trump, and a sister, Grace (Trump) Schrepple, both of Tilden Township.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, November 20, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held for Michael Horinka Jr., 80, of Earlville, husband of Helen Ondo Horinka, who died November 3 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Pottstown. Born in Philadelphia, he graduated from Phoenixville High School. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. For many years he worked for the Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. in Pottstown and was a member of Local No. 336 of the United Rubber, Cork, Linoleum and Plastic Workers of America. He was a member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church of Pottstown and the Holy Trinity Club. Horinka was a member of the American Legion in Boyertown and the Friendship Hook and Ladder Co. No. 1 of Boyertown. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 325 Chestnut St., Suite 1120, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Burial was in the Highland Memorial Park with military honors. The arrangements were handled by the Houck Funeral Home, Pottstown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, November 7, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Anna L. Hoppes, 93, formerly of Friedensburg, died Thursday at Schuylkill Center, Pottsville, where she resided since December 2000. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of the late James and Agnes Loose Trump. She first worked at the Hamburg Center and then worked in housekeeping, cleaning the laboratory at Price/General Battery, Hamburg, retiring in 1979. She was a member of Salem-Berne United Methodist Church, Tilden Township, Berks County. Surviving are three sons, Larry L. Hoover, Chevy Chase, Md., Ray D. Hoover, Pottsville, and Terry Loose, Tilden Township; a brother, Ralph Trump, Tilden Township; a sister, Grace Trump Schrepple, Tilden Township; five grandchildren; a great-grandchild. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Salem-Berne United Methodist Church. Interment will be in Salem-Berne United Methodist Church Cemetery. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, November 15, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]
In failing health for the past nine months, Eva Mae Hoppes, wife of Howard Hoppes, died at 5 o'clock yesterday morning at her home, High St., Topton. Mrs. Hoppes, who was 34 years of age, was a member of the Lutheran wing of the New Jerusalem Union church. Besides her husband, there survive her parents, John and Clara, nee Rader, Guinther; two daughters, Mary and Fern, and one son, William, all at home. Also six sisters: Mrs. Harvey Behm, Bowers; Mrs. Herbert Hertzog, Lyons; Mrs. Harold Adams, Mertztown R.D.; Lottie and Lea, both of Mertztown R.D.; Mrs. Ernest Reinhardt, Fleetwood R.D. Six brothers: Lester, Dryville; Howard, Mertztown R.D.; Paul, near Topton; Claytus, Bowers; Robert and Wayne, Mertztown R.D., and one step-brother, Clarence of Topton. Services will be held on Sunday at 3 p.m., DST, from the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton, with further services in St. Peter's Reformed church, Topton. The Revs. William F. Bond and Franklin Slifer will officiate and burial will be made in Union cemetery, Topton.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 2, 1940, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]
John H. Hoppes, aged 67 years, died suddenly on Saturday at his home in Barto from a stroke of apoplexy. He is survived by his wife, an adopted daughter, Elva Reed; two sisters, Mrs. James Reiter, of Oley, and Mrs. Peter Frey, of Stoney Creek Mills; two brothers, Charles and Daniel, both of Oley. The funeral will be held from his late home on Thursday at 1 p.m. Continued services in Huff's church at 1.45 p.m. Interment in the cemetery adjoining the church.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 8, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
After a lengthy illness of complications, Mrs. Daisy, nee Fritch, widow of Charles H. Horn, for many years proprietor of the Horn Flower shop, died yesterday afternoon at 4.50 o'clock at her late home, 32 North Sixth street. She was in her 43rd year and was bedfast for the past six weeks. Born in Shamrock, Berks county, she was a daughter of Mrs. Mary, nee Geist, Fritch, and the late Mathias Fritch. A prominent church worker of Allentown, she was a faithful member of st. John's Lutheran church and was active in the affairs of its various societies. She was also affiliated with Anne Penn Allen chapter, No. 145, Order of Eastern Star, and the Ladies auxiliary of Allen Commandery, Knights Templar. Surviving to mourn her passing are two children, Olive L. and Charles H., of Allentown; her mother, of Shamrock; two sisters, Mrs. Lewis C. Killian, of this city, and Mrs. Solon Kerschner, of Topton; four brothers, Irvin, Milton, Allen and William Fritch, of Shamrock. Funeral services will be held at the Burkholder funeral home, 1601 Hamilton street, on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, with Rev. S. Franklin Custard officiating. Interment will be made in Fairview cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, October 21, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services will be at the convenience of the family for Myrle R. (Reinert) Horn, 77, wife of Robert L. Horn, of West Philadelphia Avenue, Boyertown. She died February 9 at Lehigh Valley Hospital. She was born in the Morysville, Colebrookdale Township and was a 1942 graduate of Boyertown Area High School. Horn worked as a secretary for 26 years at Robert L. Horn Plumbing and Heating in Boyertown. In the 1940s, Horn worked as a secretary for Spicer's, now Dana Manufacturing. She was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Boyertown. In addition to her husband, Horn is survived by three sons, Michael J. Horn of New Ringgold, Schuylkill County, Robert D. Horn of Boyertown and David E. Horn of Catasauqua, Lehigh County. There are also five grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Berks County Humane Society, 1801 N. 11th St., Reading, PA 19604. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery in Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the Morrell Funeral Home, Boyertown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. John Hornberger died suddenly at her home near Gouglersville, at 7:30 o'clock yesterday morning. Deceased was stricken apoplexy about half an hour before death, but complained of not feeling well for some time. She was 70 years old.
[Source: Reading Times, October 10, 1885. Submitted by Michelle.]
At Brookside, on the 3d inst., William D. Hornberger, aged 63 years, 2 months and 21 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, at Brookside, on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at the house. Services at the United Evangelical Church. Mohnsville. Interment at Mohnsville Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, September 6, 1900. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Among the local survivors of Janet L. (Heimbach) Horner, 63, who died of natural causes June 11 in her New Hanover Township, Montgomery County residence, is a brother, Leroy I. Heimbach, Leesport.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, June 18, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held for Janet L. (Heimbach) Horner, 63, wife of William I. Horner, of Fagleysville Road in New Hanover, who died June 11 in her home. She was born in Perkiomenville. Along with her husband, she owned and operated J&B Foods at Jakes Flea Market in Barto for the past 18 years. Before that she worked at the former Beckersman Shoe Factory in Boyertown and as a waitress at the Sassamansville Fire Co., where she was a life member. Surviving with her husband of 43 years are two daughters, Janet A. May and Lisa A. Horner, both of Gilbertsville; a brother, Leroy I. Pete Heimbach of Leesport; a sister, Erma Grebe of Gilbertsville; and four grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 9 brothers and sisters. Contributions may be made to the Fox Chase Cancer Center, 7701 Burholme Ave., Attn: C223, Philadelphia, PA 19111. Burial was in Limerick Garden of Memories. The arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home, East Greenville.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held in the Sanders Funeral Home for Betty J. Hoster, formerly of Fleetwood R.D. 2, who died May 11 in Hospice of the Valley, Scottsdale, Ariz. Burial was in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert E. Hoster, who died Feb. 19, 1990. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Drayer) Goodwin. She was a member of Berean Baptist Church, Reading. Surviving are a son, Robert E. Hoster Jr., Melbourne, Fla; and two daughters, Roberta (Hoster) Baeighkley, Phoenix, and Carol A. (Hoster) Shrom, Bradford, McKean County. There are also six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, May 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Albert Peter Hottenstein, a well known young resident of Seisholtzville, died at 1:50 a.m. Thursday at the Allentown hospital after an illness of one week of lobar pneumonia. He was in his 23rd year. Born at Mertztown, he was a son of Charles and Cora (Shoemaker) Hottenstein. He was employed at Shoemaker�s bakery, Mertztown R.D. Besides his widow, Gertrude, nee Ferry, he is survived by his mother of Mertztown, R.D.; his father of Scranton; one sister, Mrs. Arthur Moll, Macungie R.D.; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Shoemaker, Mertztown R.D., and his paternal grandmother, Mrs. Alvin Hottenstein, Mertztown. Funeral services will be held at the residence of his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Shoemaker, Mertztown R.D., on Monday at 1:30 p.m. with continued services in the Longswamp church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. William F. Bond of Shamrock will officiate. Friends are invited to call at the home on Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 11, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Bedfast for the past eight weeks after an illness for some time, Mrs. M. Alice Hottenstein, widow of Albert M. Hottenstein, died Wednesday night at her home in Mertztown. She was 72 years old. She was born in Berks county, daughter of the late Henry and Sarah (Ettinger) Hottenstein. She was a member of the Reformed church of Mertztown, the Sunday school and the Ladies Aid society of the church. Surviving are four sons, Charles, Oswin, Earl and Lloyd; seven grandchildren, and a brother, Edwin J. Geiger. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from her late home with continued services in the Mertztown church. Rev. Ralph D. Althouse will officiate. She will be buried in the church cemetery.
Note: Her parents' surname was Geiger, not Hottenstein.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 27, 1942, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]
Died. On the 20th inst., in Maxatawny, Berks County, William Hottenstein, aged 91 years and 12 days.
[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 1, 1882, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]
Kenneth H. Hotzman, 75, Wyomissing, was dead on arrival June 3 at 12:07 p.m. in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Sharon (Anderton) Hotzman. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Albert and Myrtle H. (Wolf) Hotzman. Hotzman had been employed for 31 years as a draftsman, first by Moore Body, Temple; then Birdsboro Steel Corp.; and lastly Carpenter Technology Corp., Reading, where he also worked in maintenance, retiring in 1987. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Reading. Hotzman was a 1949 graduate of Reading High School. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. Hotzman was a 32nd degree mason with West Reading Lodge 62, Free and Accepted Masons. He is also survived by two daughters, Diane M. (Hotzman) Sorokach, Shillington, and Sherri L. (Hotzman) Kindt, Temple. There are also two granddaughters and two great-grandsons. He was predeceased by a daughter, Karen A. Hotzman, in 1958. Memorial services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 5, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
EDGAR W. HOUCK, son of Edwin G. and Mary (Wessner) Houck, and the husband of Emily S. (Baer) Houck, was born in Colebrookdale Township, Berks County, Pa., November 7, 1872. After an illness of three weeks, God called him home. Brother Houck was trained in the schools of his own community and was graduated from Kutztown Teachers' College. He taught school for a number of years and later was a bookkeeper for the National Biscuit Company in Reading. Brother Houck was a charter member of Bethany Evangelical Congregational Church and was always faithful to his church. He was a trustee and the treasurer for many years, which position he held at the time of his death. He had worked on his financial report just a few minutes before his death. He was very much interested in the Sunday school and did much for its advancement, serving as superintendent for many years, which position he also held at death. Besides his sorrowing widow, Emily, he is survived by an aged father, three sons, Dr. Russel M., of Excelsior Springs, Mo.; Dr. E. Karl, Reading; and Harold E., a medical student at Hahnemann Hospital, Philadelphia; three daughters, Helen, wife of Rev. A. M. Bohn, of Buffalo, N. Y.; E. Isabel, wife of E. G. Freehafer, Mt. Vernon, N. Y.; and Edith, a student at Ursinus College, Collegeville, Pa.; and five grandchildren. There are also a host of friends and relatives who mourn the going of brother Houck, but not without hope. The funeral services were in charge of the pastor, assisted by Rev. J. S. Heisler, a former pastor. Interment was made at Friedensburg, Pa. May the Father of all mercies comfort the bereaved. __H. E. Baker
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XIII, no. 1, January 5, 1937. Submitted by: Lynn.]
Mrs. Elizabeth Richards Houck died aged 87 years at 11:30 pm Thursday at the residence of her son-in-law, John R. Ditlow.
Mrs. Houck was a member of the First Baptist Church for many years and had a wide circle of friends. Her husband died 37 years ago. These children remain: Harry and Jacob Houck, Reading; Mrs. Lewis Marz, Salt Lake City, Utah; Mrs. Frank Koons, York; Mrs. Harvey Paulsgrove, Scarlet Mills; Mrs. Eliza Thompson and Mrs. John R. Ditlow, this city. She was the last of her family.
(NOTE: Her husband was David HOUCK who died 4/25/1866 in Warwick, Chester Co PA. She was the daughter of John RICHARDS and Elizabeth LANDIS also of Warwick.)
[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, September 25, 1903. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]
Services will be private for Fern H. A. Houck, 80, formerly of Houck Road, Ruscombmanor Township, who died Feb. 1. She had been a resident of ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township. Born in Ruscombmanor Township, she was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Fleetwood. She is survived by a son, Edwin W., Fleetwood, and a daughter, Alice M. (Houck) Bortz, Oley. There are also six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Burial was in Friedens Cemetery, Oley. The Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood, was in charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 6, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Private services were arranged by the Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood, for Fern H.A. Houck, formerly of Houck Road, Ruscombmanor Township, who died Feb. 1 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township. Burial was in Friedens Cemetery, Oley. She was predeceased by her husband, Edwin R. Houck, who died Jan. 27, 1982. Born in Ruscombmanor Township, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Alice (Cronrath) Deisher. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Fleetwood. Surviving are a son, Edwin W. Houck, Fleetwood; a daughter, Alice M. (Houck) Bortz, Oley; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, February 6, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Private services were arranged by the Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood, for Fern H.A. Houck, formerly of Houck Road, Ruscombmanor Township, who died Feb. 1 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township. Burial was in Friedens Cemetery, Oley. She was predeceased by her husband, Edwin R. Houck, who died Jan. 27, 1982. Born in Ruscombmanor Township, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Alice (Cronrath) Deisher. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Fleetwood. Surviving are a son, Edwin W. Houck, Fleetwood; a daughter, Alice M. (Houck) Bortz, Oley; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Catherine E. (Deisher) Braucher, Topton, and Helen E. (Deisher) Readinger, Fleetwood.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, February 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Jesse Houck died on Tuesday, at his home in Robeson township, Berks County, near Pine Swamp, aged about 74. He was the father-in-law of James Sands and an uncle of Mr. Lewis Murray of Pottstown. One son, William Houck, is living. Deceased was at one time a charcoal burner, but had followed farming some time, making weekly trips to Pottstown with produce.
(NOTE: He is buried at St Peter's UCC Cemetery in Knauertown, Warwick Twp., Chester Co PA)
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, July 24, 1888. Submitted by Diana.]
Funeral of Mrs. Marietta Houck The funeral of Marietta, wife of Philip G. HOUCK, was held from her late home on East Jefferson Street, last Wednesday. Services were conducted in the Fairview Chapel by the Rev. George G. GREENAWALD, pastor of the Good Shepherd Reformed Church. Interment was made in Fairview Cemetery. The funeral was largely attended. The floral tributes were very handsome and comprised: Basket of flowers, husband; basket of flowers, children; roses, children; roses and asters, grandchildren, Russell and Robert; asters, grandson; gladiolas and asters, grandchildren, Harold and Marietta; asters, grandchildren, Marietta and Harold; gladiolas, Mr. and Mrs. Warren HAGEL; gladiolas and lilies, Mr. and Mrs. William B. MOYER and family; roses and snapdragons Brownbach employees; gladiolas and asters, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur FELTON and Fred SCHWENK; wax flowers, Mrs. Irvin MUTTER; roses and asters, Edna and Aaron HOUCK. The bearers were the sons and sons-in-law, Walter HOUCK, Clyde HOUCK, Wayne HOUCK, Harvey HOUCK, Warren JOHNSON and Robert BROOKE. Undertaker James J. BROWN had charge.
[Source: Berks County Democrat, Boyertown, PA, Saturday, August 20, 1921. Submitted by: Betty.]
In Muhlenberg Township, on the 16th inst., Sallie Ann (nee Conrad) Houck widow of Harrison Houck, aged 81 years, 11 months, and 7 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence Henry Steele, in Muhlenberg Township., on Tuesday Jan 22 1918. Services in Frieden’s Church, Friedensburg. Interment in adjoining cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 19, 1918. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]
Services were held in the United Church of Christ Congregational Church, Medina, Ohio, for Burton L. Houseman, who died Feb. 24 in the Lutheran Home at Topton, where he had resided since April 26, 1994. Born in Akron, Ohio, he was a son of the late Burton C. and Agnes C. (Ludwig) Houseman. He was employed as a teacher by the Medina County Training Center, Weymouth, Ohio, and was also employed as a housekeeper by the Medina General Hospital for 11 years. Houseman was a Korean War Army veteran. He was a member of the UCC Congregational Church, Medina. Surviving is a sister, Mary C. (Houseman) Hoh, Reading. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, was in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 4, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Ruth Houser, Pottsville, died Monday morning at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center. Born in Saint Clair, she was a daughter of the late Harvey and Ida Thomas Price. She graduated from Saint Clair High School. She and her daughter were in the craft business. She was of the Methodist faith, and was a former member of the former Schuylkill Guild Craftsmen and the Reading/Berks Guild Craftsmen. She was preceded in death by a sister, Katherine Heffner; a grandson, Matthew Liddle. Surviving are her husband, Raymond J., Pottsville; a son, David J., at home; a daughter, Kathleen A. Liddle, Pottsville; a sister, Margaret Carres, King of Prussia; two grandsons; nieces and two nephews. Services will be conducted at the convenience of the family with the Rev. Glen Esler officiating. Interment will be in Schuylkill Memorial Park Inc., Schuylkill Haven. Schlitzer-Allen-Pugh Funeral Home Inc., Pottsville, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Pottsville Republican, September 12, 2000. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Elda E. Petery Houston, 83, of Hilltop Court, Hamburg, who died May 8 shortly after arrival in Reading Hospital. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. She was predeceased by her husband, Cyril W. Houston, who died Oct. 18, 1994, and by her first husband, Harry L. Petery, who died May 15, 1964. Born in Tilden Township, she was a daughter of the late Joseph H. and Whyah S. (Adam) Henn. Until retiring in 1984, she was employed as a machine operator by Hamburg Knitting Mill for many years. Surviving are a daughter, Carole A. (Petery) Adams, Tilden Township, and a son, Glenn H. Petery, Windsor Township. There are also three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a sister, Edith (Henn) Lutz, of the Laurel Center, Tilden Township.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 14, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Ruth L. Howe, 89, formerly of Reading, died Aug. 4 in Mifflin Center, Cumru Township, where she had been a patient since June. She was taken there from Mifflin Court, Cumru Township, where she had resided for two years. Her husband, Robert H. Howe, died in February 1999. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of the late Charles W. and Anna M. (Weinerth) Lebo. Howe had been employed for eight years in the printing department of Reading Eagle Company, retiring in 1943. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Reading, where she served on the consistory, was a 50-year member of the choir and was a Sunday school teacher for 50 years. Howe was past treasurer of Church Women United. She was a 1933 graduate of Reading High School. Howe is survived by three grandchildren and two great-grandsons. She was predeceased by a son, Robert R., in January 1997. Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Henninger Funeral Home Inc. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 6, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Simon Howe died at the Reading hospital, aged 20 years. Death was caused by typhoid fever. Deceased was unmarried and the remains were removed to the home of the parents at Wernersville.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, October 26, 1891. Submitted by Nancy.]
Loretta Dunn Howell, 84, Charlotte, N.C., formerly of Exeter Township, died May 22 at 6:05 p.m. in C&C Medical Center, Pineville, N.C. She was taken there from Sunrise Senior Center, Charlotte, where she had been a patient for eight weeks. Her husband, Otis H. Howell, died in 1997. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late William and Eva (Hafer) Dunn. Howell was a member of Lorane Bible Church, Exeter Township. She was a 1938 graduate of Oley High School. Howell was a Navy veteran of World War II. She is survived by a daughter, Joanne H. (Howell) Faber, Harleysville, Montgomery County; and two sons, Bill H., Charlotte, and Thomas L., Exeter Township. Other survivors include a sister, Anna Mae (Dunn) Hoppes, Oley. There are also five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Exeter Township. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Gibraltar.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 24, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]
Oscar F. Howerter, a former telegraph operator for the Reading Railway company, died at his home at Shamrock on Wednesday morning, following a heart attack, in his 65th year. Mr. Howerter was a native of Longswamp township and a son of the late Levi and Anna, nee Fegley, Howerter. In his youth he was employed in the ore mines in that section and later became a telegraph operator. He is survived by a brother and sister, Alvin, and Mrs. Ida Walbert, both of Shamrock. The funeral will be held from the home of his brother, Alvin, on Sunday at 2 p.m., daylight time. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate at the services to be held at the house. Interment will be made in Longswamp cemetery.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 10, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Hoy - In Bethel, February 25th, Jacob Hoy, aged 90 years, 4 months and 12 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 18, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Hoyer -- Suddenly, at Birdsboro, on July 22d, Adam B. Hoyer, aged 64 years, 5 months, 2 days. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, July 26, 1879. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Birdsboro. Jan. 4--One of the veteran employes of the Birdsboro Steel Foundry and Supply Company, Harrison Hoyer, died this morning at his home, 133 South Mill street, aged 76 years. For 59 consecutive years he was employed there.
At the age of 11 years it was necessary for Hoyer to find employment to support his mother. For many years he worked on the night shift, his mother taking him to work, using a lantern for light.
Death followed a brief illness of pneumonia. He was a son of the late William and Harriet (Kline) Hoyer. Six years ago his eyesight was impaired by sparks while fighting a fire.
Surviving are his widow, Catherine (Templin); two sons, Samuel, at home, and Brooke, this borough, four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral private, Monday from the home, the Rev. Frederick E. Maser officiating. Interment in St. Michael's cemetery, in charge of Funeral Director E. Raymond Mohr.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, January 4, 1935. Submitted by Nancy.]
Hoyer--In Birdsboro, on the 3d inst., Harrison, husband of Catharine Templin Hoyer, aged 76 years and 26 days. Funeral strictly private at convenience of the family. Friends may call at the home, 133 S. Mill St. Birdsboro, Sunday.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, January 4, 1935. Submitted by Nancy.]
Services were held for John E. Hoyer, 81, of Rittenhouse Drive, Exeter Township, who died August 4 in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Lucille D. (Buck) Hoyer. Born in Reading, he was employed for 21 years as a bus driver by the Reading Bus Co. and for 12 years as a truck driver by Delaware Valley Safe Guards, Leesport. He was also employed for 11 years as a driver by Klein Bus Service, Douglassville, and then for three years by Reading Hospital's shuttle service, last working August 4. Hoyer was a 1942 graduate of Reading High School and an Army veteran of World War II. Hoyer was a member of First Evangelical Congregational Church, Reading, where he was a member of the church's governing board and a former steward, trustee and Sunday school teacher and superintendent. He was a past president of the Rosedale Grove Association, Laureldale. Hoyer is also survived by two daughters, Susan J. (Hoyer) Leinbach, Exeter Township, and Diane L. Hoyer, Mount Penn; and a son, John D., Northmont. Other survivors include five granddaughters. two stepgrandsons and six great-grandchildren. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Exeter Township, handled the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, August 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Hoyer -- In Alsace, September 18th Kate Ellen, daughter of Amos and Louisa Hoyer, aged 11 months and 6 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 3, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Hoyer--On the 9th inst., Katie S. wife of Charles H Hoyer, aged 21 years and 16 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her husband, 524 Gordon St., On Thursday morning at 8 o'clock at the house. Services and internment at Centre Church, Lancaster County.
[Source: Reading Eagle, February 11, 1895. Submitted by Michelle.]
Sarah L. Hoyer, widow of Joseph S Hoyer, died on Thursday evening, the 4th inst., at her residence 829 Elm, Reading. She was in her 54th year and leaves three sons. The husband of the deceased was Clerk of the Orphan's Court of Berks County from 1857-1860, and Mayor of Reading from 1863-1865. He was a relative of the Hon. Isaac Hoyer of Pottstown.
(Note: She was nee LONGENECKER, from Myerstown, Lanc Co per page 1410 of 'History of Berks Co', M Montgomery)
[Source: Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, September 9, 1884. Submitted by Diana.]
A graveside service was held for Peter Hrycko, 84, of Richlandtown, previously of Quakertown, who passed away on Mar. 1, 2004 in Phoebe Richland Health Care Center, in Richlandtown. He was the husband of the late Verna (Fegley) Kline Hrycko. Born in Chester, he was a son of the late Michael and Egnes (Bereznicka) Hrycko. He was employed by the former JG Furniture, in Quakertown for 13 years before he retired in 1984. Previously, he had worked for the former Atlas Overhead Doors and Murlin Mfg. both in Quakertown. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Inc., 20 N. Ambler St., Quakertown, PA 18951
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, March 11, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
A memorial service was held for LeRoy M. Huber, 90, of Chestnut Street in Hereford, who died January 25 in his home. He was the widower of Mary Ann (Huber) Huber. Born in Niantic, he was a molder for the Eastern Foundry in Boyertown for more than 30 years, retiring in 1974. He was a former school board president for Hereford in the 1950s. Surviving are three daughters, Ann Louise Moser of Hereford, Harriet Hein of Palm and Judith Miller of Gordonville, Lancaster County. Also one brother, 10 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Emily Huber. Contributions may be made to the Grand View Hospice, 700 Lawn Ave., Sellersville, PA 18960. Burial was in New Goshenhoppen Cemetery in East Greenville. The arrangements were handled by the Falk Funeral Home, Pennsburg.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, January 30, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Mrs. Mary Ann (Will) Huber, 87, died yesterday in the Charles Johnson Home in Royersford, Montgomery County. She was the widow of Elmer R. Huber. Born in Huffs Church, she was a daughter of the late Henry F. and Sarah (Leh) Will. She was a former resident of East Greenville. She is survived by two sons, Harold W., of East Greenville, and Howard M. Sr., of Emmaus R. 1, three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in the Mann Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville. Viewing will be after 7 p.m. tomorrow.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 14, 1966, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]
A graveside service will be held for Robert D. Huber, 63, of Mint Tier Court, Exeter Township, who died February 14 in his residence. He was the husband of Alma (Troutman) Huber. Born in Essex, MD, he was a son of Daniel J. Huber, Essex, and the late Edna (Ruth) Huber. Huber had been employed for 33 years by AT&T, working at both the Baltimore and Reading facilities, retiring in 1990. He was a Navy veteran. Huber also is survived by two daughters, Royce (Huber) Treadaway and Lisa (Huber) Harford, both of Baltimore. Other survivors include a sister; a brother and five grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Holly Hills Cemetery, Essex. The Connelly Funeral Home, Essex, is in charge of the arrangements.
[Source: Southern Berks News, February 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
A memorial service was held for Elizabeth A. "Becky" (Russo) Hudack, 44, wife of Charles G. Hudack, of Gilbertsville, formerly of Utica, N.Y., who died May 11 in Montgomery Hospital, Norristown. Born in Utica, she was a daughter of Lavinia (DelMonte) Russo and the late Nicholas D. Russo. Hudack worked as a financial analyst for Sanchez Computer Associates in Malvern. She earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from City University in New York. Surviving in addition to her mother and husband of 13 years are one daughter, Marlena Riddell; two sons, Daniel and Stephen Riddell, all of Pennsylvania. Also two sisters, several stepchildren; and four step-grandchildren. The arrangements were by the Eannace Funeral Home of Utica.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, May 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Arlene M. Huet, 85, Emmaus, Lehigh County, died May 18 at 3:45 p.m. in the Phoebe Home, Allentown, where she had resided since April 29. Her husband, Roger Huet, died in 1984. Born in Hereford Township, she was a daughter of the late Harvey A. and Sarah L. (Moll) Kruse. Huet was employed as a pianist and vocalist in various clubs and eating establishments in New York City from the late 1940's to the early 1960's. She was a member of Zion (Lehigh) Lutheran Church, Alburtis, Lehigh County. Huet was a graduate of Moravian College, Bethlehem. Surviving are several cousins. Services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in the Rohrbach Chapel at Huff's Church, Hereford Township. Burial will be in Huff's Church Union Cemetery, Hereford Township. Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc., Topton, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, May 20, 2005. Submitted by Nancy McD.]
Huffman -- On the 26th instant, in this city, George Huffman, aged 41 years, 5 months and 12 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 8, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]
HUFFORD -- In this city, on the 16th inst., FRANCIS HUFFORD, aged 43 years, 3 months and 2 days. Relatives and friends, also 20th Century Quakers and the Owl Association, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 142 Maple street, Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Aulenbach's cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, April 17, 1916, p. 14. Submitted by: Marianne.]
Genevieve M. Hufnagle, 87, of Quakertown Center, Genesis Eldercare, formerly of Sellersville, died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2003. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Jan. 21. Interment was in St. Agnes Cemetery, Sellersville. She was the wife of the late Joseph E. "Poppa Joe" Hufnagle Sr., Sellersville's former mayor and fire chief. Born in Woonsocket, R.I., she was a daughter of the late William and Bertha (Lowry) Warrington. She had moved to Sellersville as a child and had spent the majority of her life there, before moving to Quakertown Center five years ago. Before raising her family, she had worked for the former Conte Luna Macaroni Factory, Sellersville, and was also employed as a seamstress for the former Penn Pants Factory, Sellersville. Along with her husband, she had owned and operated the former Sellersville News Agency from 1963 to 1971. She continued to deliver newspapers with her husband until 1974. She was a long time member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, Sellersville. She is survived by: four sons, Joseph E. Hufnagle Jr., Thomas C. Hufnagle, David Hufnagle and John Hufnagle, all of Sellersville; three daughters, Mary Hufnagle, Kathleen Trumbore, both of Sellersville, and Patricia Guarino of Edison, N.J.; one sister, Mary Ellen Warrington, of St. Cloud, Fla.; 17 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her son, James, in 1995, a granddaughter, Mary Elizabeth, a brother, Harold Warrington, and two sisters, Alyce Warrington and Berthe Warrington. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Agnes Catholic Church, 445 N. Main St., Sellersville, PA 18960. Arrangements: Betty Meier Steeley Funeral Home, Sellersville.
[Source: Quakertown Free Press, January 23, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Among the local survivors of David A. Hughes, 81, who died May 20 in his Marion Township residence, is a son, William A. Hughes, Bernville.
[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 28, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
[Source: Southern Berks News, June 4, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
HUGHES -- In this city, on the 16th inst., MARY A. HUGHES, aged 92 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of Mrs. Carrie Knabe, 215 South 4th St., on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, April 17, 1916, p. 14. Submitted by: Marianne.]
Hull, On the 5th inst., Frank E., infant son of Isaac and Julia Hull, aged 9 months. Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend his funeral on Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock, from the residence of his parents, 514 Laurel street, without further notice. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, June 6, 1884. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Hull - In Sinking Spring, Sept. 1st, Margaret, wife of Hiram R. Hull, aged 44 years, 1 month, and 18 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 23, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]
Three sons and a son in-law served as bearers at the funeral of Henry Hullinger which took place from his residence, 200 Wood street. Rev. F.K. Huntzinger conducted the services. The remains were attired in a black suit and reposed in a square-cornered oak casket, with silver trimmings, extension [b]ar handles and plate bearing name and age. The bearers were William, Howard and Harold Hullinger and Frank W. Eben. Among the tributes were: Pillow, widow; galax wreath and carnations, Mr. and Mrs. DeBoser; carnations, sister Sue and husband; galax wreath and lillies-of-the-valley, Mr. Clouser and family; galax wreath, daughter Kate and grandson Benjamin; carnations, son Howard and family; carnations, daughter Emma and husband; carnations, Mrs. Alice Neidley; broken wheel, the boys; blanket, son William and family. Interment took place in Charles Evans Cemetery. Undertaker T.C. Auman had charge.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, January 20, 1912. Submitted by Nancy.]
The remains of Mrs. Marie Elizabeth Humbert, of Bowers, were laid at rest alongside those of her husband, the late Rev. D. K. Humbert, who passed away nine years ago, on Monday, March 27, at 2.30 p.m. She was a daughter of Francis DeLong and wife Esther (nee Schaeffer) and was born in Maxatawny township on August 15, 1843. She was baptized by Rev. Charles Herman on October 15, 1843. In early life she was confirmed in the Christ DeLong's Reformed church at Bowers. On September 29, 1868, she was joined in marriage to Rev. David Kittling Humbert by Rev. B. D. Sweizig. The three daughters of this union survive: Essie, wife of the late Dr. D. E. Schaeffer, of Reading; Elizabeth, wife of Alfred S. Ayers, both residing in the parental homestead, and Anna, wife of Rev. R. B. Lynch, of Kutztown. There remain also three brothers: Joseph, of Topton; Winfield, of Bowers, and the Rev. John F. DeLong, D.D., of Bethlehem. She shared the joys and sorrows of her husband during a long and arduous pastorate. She passed away from the infirmities of age on Wednesday, March 22, at 1.20 p.m., aged 78 years, 7 months and 7 days.
[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 31, 1922, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]
Hummel -- On the 31st instant, in this city, Abigail, wife of Peter H. Hummel, aged 45 years, 9 months, 2 weeks and 5 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 6, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]
Bessie Louise Hummel, 83, Richland Hills, Texas, formerly of Reading, died July 7 in Ashwood Assisted Living, Richland Hills. Her husband, Kenneth W. Hummel, died in July 1989. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late George and Sara (Brossman) Gaul. Hummel is survived by a son, Kenneth, Fort Worth, Texas. There are also two grandsons and one great-granddaughter. Services will be Monday at 11:30 a.m. in the chapel at Greenwood Funeral Home, Fort Worth. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Park, Fort Worth.
[Source: Reading Eagle, July 10, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Emma G. Hummel, 84, formerly of Reading, died April 4 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient since March 30. She was taken to the medical center from Beverly Healthcare of Reading, Exeter Township, where she had resided 21/2 years. Her husband,, Earl W. Hummel, died April 1, 1992. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late John H. and Mary L. (Ringler) Guiles. Hummel was employed as a bounder by Arnold's Bookbindery, Reading, and was last employed for several years as a packer by King Kup-Schoener Candy Inc., West Reading. She was a member of St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Reading. Hummel was a 1938 graduate of Reading High School. Surviving are two sons, Richard E. and Robert P., both of Reading. Other survivors include a brother, Barry L. Guiles, Reading; and three sisters: Pauline (Guiles) Harakal, Hatboro, Montgomery County; MaryLou (Guiles) Yergey, Melbourne, Fla.; and Janice E. (Guiles) Wolf, Reading. There are also nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Thomas A. Hummel, in 1977. Services will be Monday at 10 a.m. in the Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, April 6, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held for Evelyn M. Hummel, 88, of Birdsboro, formerly of Exeter, who died June 2 in her home. She was the widow of Monroe G. Hummel. Born in Reading, she worked as a waitress at the former W. T. Grants in Reading before retiring. Hummel was a member of Exeter Bible Church in Birdsboro. Surviving are two sons, Brian S. Hummel, with whom she lived, and Neil S. Hummel of Geigertown; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Davis S. Hummel. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Endowment Fund, Berks County Office of the Aging, 633 Court St., Reading, PA 19601. Burial was in Pleasant View Cemetery in Sinking Spring. The arrangements were handled by the Lutz Funeral Home, Reading.
[Source: Southern Berks News, June 11, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Ruth A. Hummel, 90, Spring Township, formerly of Kenhorst, died March 30 at 4:30 p.m. in Berks Heim Annex, where she had resided since Dec. 19, 2003. Her husband, Marlin J. Hummel, died Sept. 4, 1993. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Charles E. and Eva May (Troxel) Hubler. Hummel was employed for more than 25 years as a waitress by the Green Valley Country Club, Lower Heidelberg Township, until her retirement. Surviving are a son, Charles W., Whitfield; and two daughters, Shirley M. (Hummel) Wojnarowski, Harrisburg, and Marlene R. (Hummel) Calabria, Boulder, Colo. Other survivors include a brother, Eugene Hubler, Exeter Township. There are also 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Services will be private. Entombment will be in Laureldale Cemetery Mausoleum, Tuckerton. The Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Shillington, is in charge of arrangements.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, April 1, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
HUNGERFORD -- In this city on the 24th inst., Mary A. Hungerford, aged 62 years and 28 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, from her late residence, 637 Bingaman St., on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Services at St. James' Lutheran Church. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, June 26, 1911, p. 10. Submitted by: Marianne.]
HUNGERFORD -- In this city, on the 10th inst, RICHARD T. HUNGERFORD, aged 69 years, 1 month and 17 days. Relatives and friends, also Liberty Fire Co.; Mt. Penn Council, No. 493, R. A.; Freedom Circle, No. 7, B.U.C.A., and P. & R. Relief Association are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 153 N. Front St., on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery.
[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, September 11, 1912, p. 14. Submitted by: Marianne.]
Bedfast two months, Mrs. Andora Hunsberger, widow of James Hunsberger, died at 6 o'clock last night at her home, 550 N. 3rd St., Emmaus, aged 86 years, 3 months and 27 days. Mrs. Hunsberger was born in Oley, Berks county, a daughter of the late Benjamin and Hannah (Desch) Hausman. She was a respected resident of Emmaus for 30 years. Surviving are two daughters and a son, Mrs. Walter Weidner, Mrs. Edwin Muth and Elmer Hunsberger, all of Emmaus; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral arrangements will be completed today.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 9, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Services were held for Harold G. Hunsberger, 92, who died in the Masonic Homes in Elizabethtown on March 7. He was the widower of Arline (Hirsch) Hunsberger, to whom he was married for 53 years. She died in 1993. Hunsberger was born in Gilbertsville and was a long time resident of Gwynedd Valley and later moved to the Masonic Homes in 1993. He graduated from Boyertown Area High School in 1926 and West Chester University in 1930 and received his Masters in Business Administration from the Wharton Business School at the University of Pennsylvania. Hunsberger served in the US Army during WWII. A CPA, Hunsberger was in public accounting for more than 20 years until practicing in private industry. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Lansdale. Prior to the forming of the Wissahickon School District, he served as a school board member for the Borough of Ambler, Lower Gwynedd and Whitpain Townships. Surviving is a son, Harold "Skip" Hunsberger, Kennett Square. Also a sister, a niece and a brother-in-law. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his memory to Trinity Lutheran Church, Lansdale. The arrangements were handled by the Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Lansdale.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 11, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held for John A. Hunsberger, 85, of Venice, Florida, who died October 28 in Bon Secours Venice Hospital, Venice, Florida. He was the husband of Lillian C. Hertzog and was predeceased by his first wife, Mary (Stengel) Hunsberger. Born in New Berlinville, he was employed as a truck dispatcher for Hess' Distribution Center in Allentown for 30 years. He was a life member of Knights of Columbus; life member of Friendship Hook & Ladder Co., Boyertown and Liberty Fire Co., New Berlinville. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter Linda M. Endy, North Port, Florida and step-daughter, Patricia Dengler, Allentown. Also two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Gordon Hunsberger, Boyertown. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. The arrangements were handled by the Trexler Funeral Home Inc., Allentown.
[Source: Boyertown Area Times, November 7, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services for Olive N. Hunsberger, formerly of Laureldale, were held in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton. Hunsberger died Feb. 28 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she was a patient six days. She was taken there from Grandview Manor, Ruscombmanor Township. She was predeceased by her husband, Stuart H. Hunsberger, on March 16, 2000. Born in Kempton, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Mabel (Schroeder) Kunkel. Until retiring in 1970, Hunsberger was employed by Reading Electric Coil Service, Temple. She was previously employed by the Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing, as an examiner. Hunsberger was a member of Grace (Alsace) United Church of Christ, Hyde Park. She is survived by two sisters, Hilda (Kunkel) Fox, Kempton, and Lillian (Kunkel) Kosman, Northampton.
[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 10, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
A service will be held for Brian A. "Dead Dog" Hunsicker, 46, of Old Philadelphia Pike, Douglassville, who died February 22 at a friend's residence in Earlville. He was the husband of Marianne (Banos) Wengert Hunsicker. Born in Norristown, he served in the Army. Hunsicker was a member of the Oasis Club and the Manatawny Association, both in Pottstown; St. Gabriel's Lodge in Stowe; and the Reading Motorcycle Club. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Harry Pup Hunsicker and Maxwell Hunsicker, both of Douglassville; one stepson, Craig Robert Kulp of Douglassville; one stepdaughter, Jennifer Kulp Haynes of Douglassville. Also a brother, three sisters and six grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Berks County Humane Society, 1801 N. 11th St., Reading, PA 19603. A service will be held March 9 at 1 p.m. in the Oasis Club, 62 High St., Pottstown. Burial will be private. The arrangements were handled by the Warker-Troutman Funeral Home in Pottstown.
[Source: Southern Berks News, March 5, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Charles H. Hunter, 83, a retired blacksmith, formerly of Macungie R. 1, died Friday night at Allentown Hospital, where he had been a patient for about a week. Born in Oley Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Daniel and Esther (Shafer) Hunter. He was a member of the UCC congregation at Huff's Union Church, Barto R. 1. He became a blacksmith when he was 15 and thereafter operated Hunter's Forge near Siesholtzville until he retired several years ago. He was married to the late Elmira Y. (Siesholtz) Hunter, who died in 1931. Surviving are three daughters, Edna, wife of Fred A. Reinert, with whom Hunter last resided at Barto R. 1; Jennie, wife of Elmer F. Heffner, Barto R. 1, and Elva S. Hunter, Mertztown R. 1; two sons, Elam D., of emmaus, and David S., of Macungie R. 1; 18 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Calling hours are from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday.
[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 21, 1962, page D-8. Submitted by Jerri.]
Miss Esther Hunter, of Macungie R. 2, died Tuesday at 1.10 p.m., at the Sacred Heart hospital, aged 24 years. Miss Hunter, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hunter, was admitted to the hospital on Monday for surgical treatment.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 30, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Esther Hunter, Macungie R. 2, died Tuesday at the Sacred Heart hospital, aged 24 years. She was admitted to the hospital on Monday for surgical treatment. Miss Hunter was the daughter of Charles and Ella, nee Seisholtz, Hunter and was a member of the Reformed congregation and Sunday school of Huffs church. She is survived by the parents and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Fred Reinert and Mrs. Elmer Heffner, Huffs Church; Elam, Emaus; David, Florence and Elva, at home. The funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon at 1.30 o’clock from her late home, Macungie R. 2.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 31, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]
Matthew Hunter, aged 74 years, died Sunday evening at 10 o'clock at his residence in Reading, of the heat and prostration. Deceased was born in Ireland and came to this country forty-eight years ago, first settling in Allentown. He moved to Reading six years ago, working there as a laborer up to two years ago, since when he has lived a retired life. He was in his usual good health Sunday night and went upstairs apparently to retire. When his wife went upstairs, she found him lying on the floor gasping for breath. She spoke to him and he looked up at her and expired. He is survived by his wife, a son and a daughter.
[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 12, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]
Huntzinger - In Bernville, December 18th, Amanda R. Huntzinger, wife of William K. Huntzinger, and daughter of David and Angeline Luckenbill, aged 24 years, 1 month and 18 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 8, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Huntzinger - In Bernville, October 17th, 1875, Clara Agnes, daughter of William K. and Amanda R. Huntzinger, aged 8 months and 18 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 8, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]
Services will be Thursday for William I. Hutt, 84, of Little Road, Upper Frederick Township, Montgomery County, who died March 17 in Pottstown Medical Center. He was the husband of Eva L. (Mazur) Hutt. Born in Perkiomenville, he was a grinder at the former Doehler-Jarvis in Pottstown for 30 years before retiring. He and his wife had an antiques and house goods stand at the Perkiomenville Sale for many years and worked on the family farm in Perkiomenville his entire life. He served in the Army during World War II. Hutt was a member of the Upper Frederick and Gilbertsville fire companies. He is also survived by a son, William D. Hutt of Perkiomenville; five sisters, Elizabeth (Hutt) Brown of Gilbertsville, Stella (Hutt) McKinney of Sugarland, Texas, Mary Louise (Hutt) McRorie of Lexington, Va., Bertha (Hutt) Eyler of Silver Spring, Md., and Beulah Hutt of Perkiomenville; and two grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and two sisters. Contributions may be made to the church or charity of one's choice. A viewing will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday at the Morrell Funeral Home, 124 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown. Services will be at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Charles H. Eiss Jr., pastor of St. John's Lutheran Church in Sumneytown, and Rev. Dave Seymour, pastor of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Pottstown, officiating. Burial will be in Keehlor's Union Cemetery in Obelisk.
[Source: Boyertown Times , March 20, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Charles W. Huyett, 93, Reading, died May 30 at 8:36 a.m. in St. Joseph Medical Center. He was the husband of E. Lucile (Metzger) Miller Huyett. His first wife, Pearl E. (Leas) Huyett, died Dec. 4, 1980. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Charles W. and Stella (Batz) Huyett. Huyett had been employed for 36 years as a locomotive engineer by Reading Co., retiring July 30, 1976. He served on the board of directors for Locomotive Engineers Division 75 of the Reading Co. There are no additional survivors. Private services will be in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading. Entombment will be in Laureldale Cemetery Mausoleum, Tuckerton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, June 1, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Services were held for Daniel G. Huyett, 80, of Hollywood Avenue, Mount Penn, who died April 28 at the Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where he had resided for three years. He was the husband of Margaret M. (Kucas) Huyett. Born in Fleetwood, he was employed for 42 years as a conversion metallurgist by Carpenter Technology Corp., until his retirement. He was a Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean War. Huyett was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Fleetwood. He is also survived by a son, Daniel V., Elkton, Md., and a daughter, Danelle V. (Huyett) Colistra, Amsterdam, N.Y. Other survivors include a sister and four grandchildren. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, handled the arrangements. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Southern Berks News, May 7, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
Funeral Services for Mrs. Rebecca S. Huyett, 85, of 936 Cherry, who died in St. Joseph's Hospital, will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Aulenbach's Cemetery. Arrangements are in charge of the Lutz Funeral Home. Mrs. Huyetts is survived by her husband, Huron Huyett; a sister, Mrs. Catherine Scott, Miami Beach, Fla; and several neices and nephews.
(Note: Rebecca was the daughter of Franklin and Mary Ann Engelhart Weitzel. She married Huron Huyett 1902 Berks County Pennsylvania.)
[Source: Reading Eagle, January 7, 1959, p. 42. Submitted by: Brenda.]
Huyett -- In Schillingsville, January 26th, Samuel Huyett, aged 79 years, 4 months and 26 days.
[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 28, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]
[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXVI, no. 48, November 28, 1950, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]
May K. Hynes, 92, Allentown, formerly of Reading, died Aug. 11 at 3:15 a.m. in St. Luke's Hospital, Allentown. Her husband, Eugene J. Hynes Jr., died Dec. 15, 2002. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Bessie (Ringler) Kaufmann. Hynes had been employed for 20 years by predecessors of Meridian Bank, Reading, working in branch administration and retiring in 1972. She was a member of Zion's United Church of Christ, Reading, where she was past treasurer. Hynes is survived by a daughter, Linda M. (Burkhart) Merkey, with whom she last resided; and two sons, Jack A. Burkhart, Charlotte, N.C., and Charles A. Burkhart, Detroit. Other survivors include a stepson, Eugene J. Hynes Jr., Camp Hill, Cumberland County; a stepdaughter, Mary E. (Hynes) Hofmann, Mohnton; and a sister, Marion (Kaufmann) Schroeder, Allentown. There are also 12 grandchildren, seven stepgrandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and five stepgreat-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Kathryn I. (Burkhart) Geiger, in 1976, and a stepdaughter, Joanne H. (Hynes) Huyett, in 1999. Services will be Monday at 10 a.m. in Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
[Source: Reading Eagle, August 13, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]
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