Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices

Kaag--In this city, on the 12th inst., Charles G. Kaag, aged 59 years, 10 months and 11 days. Relatives and friends, also all organizations of which deceased was a member, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 902 South Ninth Street, Tuesday afternoon at ?:30 at the house. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery.

Kaag, Charles G.

Rev. Dr. E.S. Brownmiller officiated at the funeral of Charles G. Kaag, held from his home, 902 North Ninth street. The body was attired in a black suit and rested in a square-cornered oak casket with silver handles and trimmings. Interment was made in Charles Evans cemetery by Undertaker Mengel.

Kade, Mildred M.

Mildred M. Kade, 83, of Richlandtown, previously of West Virginia, died Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2002 in her home. Funeral services were held Nov. 8. Interment was in Richlandtown Union Cemetery, Richlandtown. She was the wife of the late Everett L. Kade. Born in Crumpler, West Virginia, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Ibbie Eria (Meadows) Jones. She was a sewing machine operator for the former Renningers Clothing factory, Quakertown, for 10 years before retiring. She is survived by: three daughters, Betty of Quakertown, Virginia Godshall of Richlandtown and Ada of Coopersburg; four brothers, Ray Jones, Charlie Jones, Roger Jones, all of West Virginia and Frank Jones of South Carolina; one sister, Joan Evans of Virginia; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two sons, Buddy and Jimmy. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.

Kahl, DeLoss

Private services were arranged by the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for DeLoss Kahl, 80, of Moselem Springs Road, Perry Township, who died of natural causes Dec. 23 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where he had been a patient one day. He was the husband of Ann P. (Grauert) Kahl. Born in Akron, Ohio, he was a son of the late DeLoss and Karoline (Strauss) Kahl. He was the owner/operator of Grauert and Co., Reading, a welding supplier, from 1971 to 1990. He was previously employed as an executive sales engineer for Kimberly and Clark in Massachusetts, and Neenah in Wisconsin. Kahl was a graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he recived a degree in chemical engineering. He was a World War II Army veteran, receiving the Bronze Star. Also surviving are three daughters, Carol A. Kahl and Jamie A. Kahl, both of San Francisco, and Paula S. Kahl, Wernersville; and a son, Michael W. Kahl, at home. There are also two grandchildren.

Kahler, Harry Evans

Kahler – In Cumru Township, on the 26th, Harry Evans, son of E. F. and Mary E. Kahler, aged 7 months.

Kahs, Child of Wm.

Kaiser, William

Kaiser - In Hamburg, on March 26th, William Kaiser, aged 77 years, 11 months, and 24 days.

Kalbach, Adam

Kalbach - In North Heidelberg, March 2d, Adam Kalbach, son of Adam and Catharine Kalbach, and husband of Catharine Althouse, aged 67 years, 8 months and 6 days.

Kalbach, Agnes

Kalbach - in Upper Bern, near Shartlesville, on July 10th, Agnes, daughter of Nathaniel and the deceased Priscilla (born Eirich) Kalbach, aged 15 years and 17 days.

Kalbach, Daniel

Kalbach, Elizabeth

Kalbach - In Hamburg, June 11th, Elizabeth, wife of John Kalbach, aged 69 years, 8 months and 6 days.

Kalbach, Ellen

Found Dead in Her Parlor. Miss Ellen Kalbach Expires from Paralysis of the Heart.

Miss Ellen Kalbach, living alone at 1334 North 10th was found dead in her home shortly after noon to-day. She was last seen alive at 9 a.m. when she made some purchases from a butcher who stopped in front of her house. Her sister-in-law, Mrs. Albert Kalbach, living at 1336 North 10th, went to the house and knocked at the front door at 11:30 a.m. Getting no response and thinking something had happened, she got her son, George Kalbach, to crawl in the window. He did so and found Miss Kalbach in the front room, lying on the floor. She had been dead about 2 hours. Death is supposed to have been due to paralysis of the heart. She was always in robust health. Deceased was 61 years of age. She was a native of Womelsdorf, living in this city 25 years. Two brothers, Albert, of Reading, and William, of Hamburg, and a sister, Rebecca, wife of R.S. Unger, this city, remain. She was a member of the Reformed denomination. Coroner Moyer was notified.

Kalbach, Emma Alice

Kalbach - In North Heidelberg, on April 18th, Emma Alice, daughter of Amanda G. and Maria Anna (Strohm) Kalbach, aged 5 years, 1 month and 28 days.

Kalbach, Isaac

Kalbach - In Frackville, Schuylkill county, March 10th, Isaac Kalbach, formerly of Hamburg, aged 57 years.

Kalbach, John

Kalbach - In Hamburg, January 16th, John Kalbach, aged 71 years, 4 months and 17 days.

Kalbach, John George

Kalbach - In Jefferson, October 17th, John George Kalbach, aged 77 years, 6 months and 12 days.

Kalbach, Sarah

Kalbach - In Centre, July 1st, Sarah Kalbach, aged 69 years, 11 months and 23 days.

Kalbach, Sarah (nee Wenrich)

Kalbach - In Womelsdorf, on Jan 4th, Sarah, wife of Adam Kalbach, and daughter of John and Susan Wenrich, aged 83 years, 4 months and 23 days.

Kalbach, Susan (nee Lauck)

Kalbach - In this city, on the 4th instant, Susan, wife of Isaac Kalbach, born Lauck, aged 56 years.

Kaley, Daniel L.

Daniel L. Kaley, 60 died early this morning in his home, 137 Second Ave., West Reading. He was the son of the late Levi H and Hettie (Gerris) Kaley, and was employed for a number of years as a table runner at the Oley Street Mills. He was a member of the Reformed denomination, Neversink Fire Company and the Firemen's Relief Association. T.C. Auman Inc., funeral director, have charge of arrangements.

Kalke, Arlene Arlene Grace Becker

Arlene Grace Becker Kalke, 83, of Park Hill Manor, Wellsboro, died Monday, May 3, 1999, at home.

Born July 31, 1915, in Shillington, she was the daughter of Raymond and Helen Weaver Becker.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Little Swatara Church of the Brethren, Berks County.

Surviving are one son and daughter-in-law, Wilhelm A. and Barbara L. Kalke of Little Marsh; two daughters and sons-in-law, Anna Marie and Claude F. Hoffman of Paris, Tenn., and Barbara M. and Walter K. Lacy of Canadensis; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Raymond an dLene Becker of Phoenix, Ariz., and Ronald and Doris Becker of Reading; one sister, Marguerite Leitzel of Reading; nine grandchildren; three step grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Tioga County Unit, 1948 E. Third St., Williamsport, Pa. 17701; or the American Diabetes Association, Suite 106, 2040 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, Pa. 17110.

Kanntner, Catharine (nee Hiester)

Kanntner - In Strausstown, on November 23d, Catharine (Hiester) widow of Thomas Kanntner, aged 86 years, 9 months and 7 days.

Kanterman, Carrie Ann A.

Kanterman -- In Womelsdorf, December 22d Carrie Ann A., daughter of Franklin and Clariffa Kanterman, aged 3 years, 2 mos. and 17 days.

Kantner, Catharine (nee Hiester)

Mrs. Catharine Kantner, of Strausstown, this county, died last Saturday evening in the 87th year of her age. She was a sister of Yost Hiester who died three weeks ago at the advanced age of 89 years. The funeral of the late Mrs. Kantner took place yesterday, the services were held in the Blue Mountain Church, and the interment was made in the old graveyard adjoining the church.

Kantner, Hannah

Kantner - In Upper Tulpehocken, on December 11th, Hannah Kantner, wife of David Kantner, aged 73 years and 13 days.

Kantner, Joseph J.

Joseph J. Kantner, 74, formerly of Reading, died Wednesday morning at 1112 Linton Ave., Orlando, Fla., where he had lived since 1991. Born in Schuylkill Haven, he was a son of the late Joseph and Gladys Shank Kantner. He was a Marine Corps veteran of World War II. He was employed as a sign builder by Penn Advertising, Exeter Township, Berks County, until his retirement. Surviving are his wife, the former Betty Killian; a son, Robert A. Putt, Reading; a daughter, Louella Duncan, Orlando; a brother, Warren, Orlando; a sister, Mabel McKinney, Millsboro, Del.; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday from Pine Castle Funeral Home, Orlando. Interment will be in the Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, Fla.

Kantner, Magdalena

On the 20th inst., in this city, Magdalena Kantner, in the 79th year of her age.

Kantner, Peter

Kantner - In Reading, on May 29th, Peter Kantner, son of the deceased John Kantner, aged 46 years, 9 months and 28 days.

Kappenstein, Ernest E.

Services were held for Ernest E. Kappenstein, 85, husband of Marie A. (Shirey) Kappenstein of Grosstown Road, Stowe, who died June 12 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in West Pottsgrove, he was a welder at Pottstown Metal products. He later worked as a guard at the former Firestone plant in Lower Pottsgrove for 17 years. He was a member of St. Peters Lutheran Church of Pottstown, the West End Fire Co. in Stowe, the Keystone Fire Co. in Boyertown and the Birdsboro Sportsmens Club. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Harry W. Kappenstein of Boyertown and Dennis E. Kappenstein of Boyertown; one daughter, Joan M. Suchocki of Potter County. Other survivors include two sisters; four grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son. Contributions may be made to the Development Fund for the benefit of the Transitional Care Unit of Pottstown Memorial Medical Center, 1600 E. High St., Pottstown, PA 19464. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park in Pottstown. The arrangements were handled by the Houck & Gofus Funeral Home, Pottstown.

Karwowski, Richard S.

Private services were held for Richard S. Karwowski, 72, of Quakertown, who passed away on Mar. 15, 2004 in Valley Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Coopersburg. He was the husband of M. Marlene (Schummer) Karwowski. They were married for 48 years. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Stanley and Anna Karwowski. He was employed by Penn-Dot, in Doylestown prior to his retirement in 1993. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Trumbauersville. During the Korean War he served with the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Sellersville V.F.W. Forrest Lodge and the Sellersville American Legion. In addition to his wife Mr. Karwowski is survived by a son Thomas P. and a daughter Diane L. both of Quakertown. Arrangements: C.R.Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 821 West Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951

Kase, Caroline

On the 13th ult., in Greenwich, Caroline, daughter of John Kase, aged 25 years, 4 months and 6 days.

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

Kast, Martha Ella (nee March)

Pottstown, July 28 (Special).--Martha Ella (March), wife of Allen D. Kast, Spring city, succumbed to a lingering illness in the Phoenixville hospital, at the age of 45 years. She was born at Anselma, Chester county, and was a resident of spring City for 20 years or more. She was a member of St. Vincent Reformed Church.

In addition to her husband she leaves two daughters, Helen E. and Beatrice, at home; a son, David Kast, and a granddaughter; four sisters and three brothers, as follows: Mrs. John Fryer and Mrs. Susan Brownback, Spring city; Mrs. Harry Sypherd, and Mrs. Florence Simond, Philadelphia; William March, Maple Shade, N.J.; Charles March, Royersford, and Lewis March, Anselma.

Kauffman, Charles A.

A memorial service will be held for Charles A. "Sonny" Kauffman, 67, of North Main Street, Bechtelsville, who died December 1 in Pottstown Medical Center. He was the husband of Mary Jane C. (Haas) Kauffman. Born in Stonersville, he was employed for 24 years as a well driller by C. S. Garber & Sons Inc., Boyertown, retiring five years ago. Kauffman was a member of Pike Township Sportsman's Association, Pikeville; and Keystone Fire Company No. 1, in Bechtelsville. He is also survived by three sons: Dale A., Boyertown; Randy L., in New Zealand; and Scott C., Bechtelsville. Also surviving are five daughters: Debra L. (Kauffman) Rinehart, Ontelaunee Township; Nancy A. (Kauffman) Powelson and Brenda J. (Kauffman) Updegrove, both of Boyertown; and Susan K. (Kauffman) Durborow and Kelli S. Kauffman, both of Bechtelsville. There is also a half sister; 10 grandchildren and five stepgrandchildren. He was predeceased by a grandson. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. at the Morrell Funeral Home, 124 W. Phila. Ave., Boyertown on Thursday, December 5. The Rev. Charles Willman from Assembly Gospel Chapel of Oley, will be officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 1365, Pottstown, PA 19464.

Kauffman, Charles A.

Among the local survivors of Charles A. Kauffman, Bechtelsville, who died of natural causes Dec. 1 in Pottstown Medical Center, where he had been a patient nine days, is a half sister, Mary A. (Fretz) Willman, Mertztown.

Kauffman, Charles A.

Among the local survivors of Charles A. Kauffman, 67, Bechtelsville, who died Dec. 1 in Pottstown Medical Center, is a daughter, Debra L. (Kauffman) Rinehart, Ontelaunee Township.

Kauffman, Daniel Calvin

Kauffman - In Centre Port, August 11th, Daniel Calvin, infant son of George W. and Sarah Kauffman, aged 9 months and 8 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 02, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Kauffman, Earl E.

Former Penn Twp. supervisor. Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Earl E. Kauffman, 85, of New Schaefferstown Road, Jefferson Township, who died Feb. 26 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for four days. Burial was in Bern Cemetery, Bern Township. He was the husband of Irene E. (Noecker) Kauffman. Born in North Heidelberg Township, he was a son of the late Francis and Edna (Fidler) Kauffman. Her served as a Penn Township supervisor in the 1950s and 1960s. Until retiring in 1982, he was employed in the maintenance department of Baldwin Hardware Co., Reading, for 28 years. He was also a self-employed farmer. Kauffman was a World War II Army veteran. He was a former steward of the Bernville Grange and was named "Granger of the Year" in 1995. Kauffman was a member of Bern Lutheran Church, Bern Township. Also surviving are two sons, Dennis E. Kauffman and Ronald L. Kauffman, both of Bernville; and three daughters: Earlene I. (Kauffman) Hecker, Exeter Township; and Lorene A. (Kauffman) Triviets and Ilene J. (Kauffman) Batz, both of Bernville. There are also eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Sarah (Kauffman) Spitler, Wernersville.

Kauffman, Esther (nee Haak)

Reading Eagle April 28, 1908 Wernersville Esther H., (nee Haak), widow of Frank Kauffman, died of apoplexy, at her late residence, this place, aged 69 years, 4 months and 8 days. She was confirmed as a member of Bellemans Lutheran denomination, afterwards moving to this place, where she became a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. The following survive: Two brothers, William H. and Jacob Haak, of Reading; one sister, Mrs. Henry Groff, Bernville, five sons and two daughters, James and Morris, Wernersville; John, Robesonia; William and Milton, of Reading; Mrs. George Werner, Mt. Pleasant, and Mrs. Harvey Godshall, of Sinking Spring. Eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren also remain.

Kauffman, Fern M.

Fern M. Kauffman, 74, died of natural causes July 8 at 5:20 a.m. in her Bethel Township residence. Her husband, Robert F. Kauffman, died Nov. 15, 1987. Born in Penn Township, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mabel (Noecker) Stricker. Kauffman had been employed for 25 years by Post Precisions Castings Inc., Strausstown, retiring in 1996. She was a member of Zion (Blue Mountain) United Church of Christ, Strausstown. Kauffman is survived by three daughters: Diane L. (Kauffman) Moorhead and Bonnie (Kauffman) Gerhart, both of Bethel Township; and Cheryl L. (Kauffman) Richardson, Red Lion, York County. Other survivors include two sisters, Edna (Stricker) Schrack, Hamburg, and Lillian (Stricker) Saul, Wernersville; and three brothers: Donald Stricker, Manahawkin, N.J.; Henry Stricker, Seminole, Fla.; and C. Jacob Stricker, Womelsdorf. There are also three grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township.

Kauffman, John

In Centre township, on the 29th December, John, only son of David F. and Elizabeth Kauffman, aged 5 months.

Kauffman, Kent K.

Kent K. "Hector" Kauffman, 68, Wernersville, was dead on arrival of natural causes Aug. 26 at 10:10 p.m. in the emergency room of Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Nancy A. (Wolfe) Kauffman. Born in Berks County, he was a son of the late Frank F. and Marian Kauffman. Kauffman had been employed for 30 years by Carpenter Technology Corp., Reading, retiring as an inspector in 1996. He was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Reading, where he served on the council. Kauffman was a 1955 graduate of Reading High School. He was a former part-time police officer in Mohnton during the 1970s. Kauffman is also survived by a daughter, Denise L. (Kauffman) Weinsteiger, Exeter Township. There is also one grandson. Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home Inc. & Crematorium, Mohnton. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Shillington.

Kauffman, Lillian (nee Long)

Lillian Long, wife of Howard S. Kauffman and daughter of James M. Long and his wife Isabella V. (Moyer) was born April 19, 1905, Shartlesville, and was baptized May 21, 1905 by Rev. D. D. Trexler. She was confirmed in Friedens Church, Shartlesville, Oct. 9, 1920, by Rev. I. W. Klick. On Nov. 25, 1926, she married Howard S. Kauffman. Rev. I. W. Klick officiated. She died on Sunday, Feb. 28, 1932 in the Reading hospital at the age of 26 years, 10 months and 9 days, and is survived by her loving husband, mother and father; also by one sister, Mrs. Wm. Hoffman, Wyomissing, and one brother, Llewellyn Long, Shoemakersville. Her funeral was held March 3, 1932, at the home and Friedens Church, Shartlesville, and burial in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1933. Submitted by Kathy.]

Kauffman, Lilly Valeria

Kauffman - In Upper Bern, May 9th, Lilly Valeria, daughter of Nathaniel S. and Catharine Kauffman, aged 1 year and 8 months.

Kauffman, Mabel E.

Mabel E. Kauffman, 86, formerly of Shartlesville, died Thursday at 8:35 pm in Berks Heim where she had resided since 1985. Her husband, Howard S. Kauffman, died March 26, 1986. Born in Upper Bern Twp, she was a daughter of the late Charles W and Ida (Rentschler) Henne. Kauffman was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Friedens Union Church, Shartlesville. Surviving are a half brother, C. Wilmer Henne, Reading and two half sisters, C. Viola Yoder and Esther R?, widow of Stuart Spayd, both of Hamburg. Other survivors include two step sisters, Mamie, widow of Luther Dewald, a resident of the Laurel Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Tilden Twp., and Verna, widow of Allen Braucher, Kutztown. Services will be Monday at 11 am in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville. Burial will be in Frieden's Union Cemetery, Shartlesville.

Kauffman, Norman L.

Services were held in the Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Wernersville, for Norman L. Kauffman, 76, Beechwood Lane, Bern Township, who died Jan. 17 in the emergency room at Reading Hospital. Burial was in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township. He was the husband of May E. (Drexel) Kauffman. Born in Mount Pleasant, he was a son of the late Francis and Edna (Fidler) Kauffman. Until retiring in 1988, he was employed in maintenance by Birdsboro Steel for 36 years. He was a member of Bern Lutheran Church, Bern Township. Kauffman was a World War II Army veteran. He was a life member of the Mount Pleasant Fire Company. Also surviving are a son, Norman E. Kauffman, at home, and two daughters, Mary E. (Kauffman) Keller, Auburn, and Michele D. (Kauffman) Cowley, Fleetwood. There are also five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Earl A. Kauffman, Bernville and a sister, Sarah M. (Kauffman) Spitler, Wernersville.

Kauffman, Norman L.

Among the local survivors of Norman L. Kauffman, Bern Township, who died Jan. 17 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital, is a daughter, Michele D. (Kauffman) Cowley, Fleetwood.

Kauffman, Rebecca L.

Rebecca L. Kauffman, of Oley, was the daughter of William and Hannah Glase; she was born Aug 20th 1853, baptized in infancy by Rev. G.A. Hinterleitner, the parents acting as sponsors. She was confirmed Oct 23rd, 1869, in the Friedensburg church, by Rev. T.T.Iaeger. On the 20th of September 1877, she entered into the holy state of matrimony with Ammon Kauffman. This union was blessed with 2 sons and 3 daughters; one of the sons, however, preceded the mother to eternity. She was suffering with typhoid pneumonia for about one week, when it pleased God to call her home. She died May 16th, at 3:15 a.m. aged 35 yrs., 8 mos., 26 dys. She was buried in the Friedensburg Cemetery, May 21st. Text: 2 Cor 1: 3,4. Rev. I.S. Stahr assister.

Kauffman, Priscilla

Kauffman - In Leesport, Sept. 3d, Priscilla, daughter of John L. and Sarah Kauffman, aged 24 years, 10 months and 13 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 23, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Kaufman, Adam

Kaufman -- In Upper Bern, August 13th, Adam Kaufman, husband of Hannah Miller, aged 74 years, 2 moths and 27 days.

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

Kaufman, Amos

Kaufman - Near Leesport, on October 10th, Amos Kaufman, husband of Elizabeth Glassmoyer, aged 59 years, 2 months and 28 days.

Kaufman, Bruce F.

Bruce F. Kaufman, 67, 0f Lancaster, formerly of Quakertown, died June 18, 2003 in Lancaster Regional Medical Center in Lancaster. Born in Quakertown, he was the son of the late Russell N. and Cora M. (Stettler) Kaufman. He was last employed as a Realtor for Lechner & Stauffer in Pennsburg. Prior to that he was a banker for the former Bucks County Bank in Quakertown. He was a member of Great Swamp United Church of Christ in Spinnerstown. He was also a member of the Quakertown Masonic Lodge #512 and the Mumbauersville Gun Club Inc. He was a U.S.Air Force veteran, serving during peacetime. He is survived by two brothers, Irving R. of Lima, Ohio and Ray C. of Millsboro, Del.; and nieces and nephews. Services were held June 23. Memorial contributions can be made to the church. Arrangements; C.R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., 821 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951.

Kaufman, Charles

Kaufman - In Millersburg, September 21st, Charles, son of Harrison and Mary Magdalena Kaufman, aged 5 years, 2 months and 5 days.

Kaufman, Ellenora

Kaufman, Evelyn M.

Services were held in the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home, Laureldale, for Evelyn M. Kaufman, formerly of the Wyndcliffe Apartments, Hamburg, who died July 24 in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had resided since Jan. 24. Burial was in Becker's (St. Peter's) Cemetery, Molltown. She was predeceased by her husband, Herman F. Kaufman, who died March 7, 1956. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Charles W. and Sadie E. (Dry) Ziegenfuss. Until retiring in 1978, she was employed by Giorgio Mushrooms, Molltown. She was previously employed as a packer by Globe Mills Inc., Leesport, for several years. She was a member of Becker's (St. Peter's) Lutheran Church, Molltown. Surviving are a daughter, Florence J. (Kaufman) Youse, Virginville; and two sons, Herman F. Kaufman, Shoemakersville, and James C. Kaufman, Womelsdorf. There are also six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Kaufmann, Helen A.

Helen A. Kaufmann, 94, a resident of the Lutheran Home at Topton, formerly of Reading, died June 12 in the Henry Health Care Center at the Lutheran Home at Topton. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late George F. and Laura (Baisch) Kaufmann. Kaufmann was employed for 28 years as an administrative assistant by the Berks County Chapter of the American Red Cross, retiring in 1965. She was later employed by Albright College from 1965 to 1967. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Topton. There are no immediate survivors. Services will be private. Burial will be private in Aulenbach's Cemetery, Mount Penn. Henninger Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Kaufman, Judith (nee Schnebel)

Kaufman - In Upper Tulpehocken, Judith Kaufman, wife of Daniel Kaufman, and daughter of John and Anna Schnebel, aged 68 years, 2 months and 22 days. She leaves 10 children, 32 grandchildren and 1 great grand-child.

Kaufman, Laura Jane

Kaufman - In Reading, February 11th, Laura Jane, daughter of John and Harriet Kaufman, aged 4 years, 9 months and 9 days.

Kaufman, Levi

Kaufman - In Oley, Jan. 26th, Levi Kaufman, son of John P. and Hannah Kaufman, aged 51 years, less 2 days.

Kaufman, Nora L.

Nora L. Kaufman, 76, a former resident of Blandon, died this morning in her home, 1516 Mineral Springs Rd. She was a daughter of the late Wilson F. and Sallie A. (Peters) Kaufman and was a member of Epiphany Lutheran Church, South Temple. Surviving are two brothers: Benjamin H., of Laureldale and Samuel P. of Wernersville. Services Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the F.F. Seidel Inc. Funeral Chapel, the Rev. Martin L. Rothenberger officiating. Burial in Maidencreek Cemetery, Blandon.

Kaufman, Rebecca

Kaufman - In Bernville, March 18th, Rebecca Kaufman, widow of Jacob Kaufman, aged 72 years and 6 months.

Kaufman, Sally

Blandon, Feb 13 (Special). – Sally Ann (Peters), widow of Wilson Kaufman, died from influenza at her home here, after an illness of one week, at the age of 83 years, 2 months and 17 days. She was born and reared in Maidencreek township, a daughter of the late Benjamin B. and Sarah (Kindt) Peters. Her husband preceded her in death 17 years. There survive three children: Benjamin H. and Nora L., this place, and Samuel P., Harrisburg; three grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Susan Rothermel, Fleetwood. Funeral Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 2 p.m. from the home. Further services in Blandon Union Church, Rev. M.H. Bresinger officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. In charge of Funeral Director J.W. Stump, of Fleetwood.

Kaufman, Sarah Susanna (nee Holtzman)

Kaufman - In Schaefferstown, on September 16th, Sarah Susanna, (Holtzman) wife of Reuben Kaufman, aged 26 years, 7 months and 23 days.

Kaufmann, Shirley K.

Among the local survivors of Shirley K. Kaufmann, of Spring Township, who died June 17 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient two days, is a daughter, Jane L. (Kaufmann) Fawcett, Fleetwood.

Kaufman, Wm.

Kaufman -- In Penn, December 26th, Wm. Kaufman, son of Jacob and Elizabeth Kaufman, aged 58 years and 12 days.

Kautzman, Margaret

The funeral of Mrs. Margaret Kautzman, wife of John M. Kautzman, 308 North 5th St. was held at 2pm. The remains were inclosed in a walnut casket, were dressed in a black robe and presented a very lifelike appearance. The floral tributes included a cross of natural flowers, a sheaf of wheat and others. Services were conducted by Rev. S. Al. Leinbach. Interment private at Charles Evans. The bearers were Edward Hummel, John Fahrbach, Phillip Ehman and John Stradberger.

Kazmierczak, Agnes

Agnes Kazmierczak, aged 22 years, died of tuberculosis, at 4 p.m. Saturday, at her residence, 666 South Seventeenth and a half street, after an illness of several months. She was confined to her bed four weeks. Deceased was a native of Poland and came to this country when a small child. She was a daughter of Jadwiga and Hattie Kazmierczak. Besides the parents, these brothers and sisters survive: Edward, Felix, Michael, Frank and Warren, Katie, Mary, Helena and Hattie. Deceased was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.

Keck, Mary

Mrs. Mary Keck of Kutztown died on Thursday at the home of her son-in-law, Solomon Laudenschlager, of Kutztown, aged 78 years. Death was caused by apoplexy. Her husband died twenty-three years ago, since which time she has resided with her daughter, Mrs. Laudenschlager. The funeral will be held next Thursday. The following children survive: Mrs. Solomon Laudenschlager, Mrs. Edwin Eddinger, Ohio; Mrs. Amadus Reinhart, Emaus, A. A. Keck, Easton, A. H. Keck, Coplay and Martin Keck, Tififn, Ohio.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 17, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keegan, Edward

Keegan -- At Harrisburg, on Monday, 12th instant, Edward Keegan, formerly of this city, aged 40 years.

Keehn, Florence R. nee (Sousley)

Dies in Hamburg. Mrs. C. William Keehn, Aged 25, Daughter of Burgess, was Former Government Stenographer in Washington, D. C.

Hamburg, March 12 (Special).� Florence R. (nee Sousley), wife of C. William Keehn, died yesterday after a prolonged illness at the home of the parents Burgess Stephen S. and Clara A. (nee Bear) Sousley, 526 Franklin street, at the age of 25 years, 9 months and 14 days. Besides her husband and parents, deceased is survived by one daughter, Frances Virginia; one brother, Earl E., a student at Bucknell College, Lewistown, and one sister, Elsie, wife of Harold Reinhart.

She was a graduate of the local high school, class of 1911. Upon her graduation she entered McCann�s Business College in Reading from which she graduated with honors. She then entered the employ of the Windsor Broom Co,., Front street, which started in business at that time, and was their first stenographer. She served in this capacity for some time and, in the meantime, took a civil service examination in Reading, coming out second on the list. Stenographer in Washington.

Shortly thereafter she was appointed a stenographer in the Department of the Interior in Washington and served in this capacity under Secretary Sullivan until the outbreak of the war, when the latter was commissioned a captain in the army. He was succeeded by Mr. Phillips, who appointed Mrs. Keehn his assistant, in which capacity she had to approve all work of the department and present it to her chief. She had the distinction of being the first woman having ever served in this capacity. She reached this distinction through hard application to her work, which manifested itself all through he school periods. While thus employed she made the acquaintance of her husband, who was employed as a machinist at the Washington navy yard. After her marriage she resigned her position. Her husband was then transferred to the navy yard at Norfolk, Va., where they resided until the condition of the wife became such that it was deemed advisable to remove her to the home of her parents.

She had a pleasing disposition and made friends readily. She was a member of S. John�s Lutheran Church. Rev. Walter R. Clark of the First Reformed Church will conduct services over the remains next Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the home of her parents. Interment in St. John�s Cemetery. Undertaker Walter J. Loy.

Keehn, Miriam A.

Miriam A. Keehn, 71, of 1547 Farmington Ave., Pottstown, died Monday morning at 2:05 in Pottstown Medical Center, where, she had been a patient since Nov. 29. She was the wife of Vance R. Keehn. Born in Lancaster, she was a daughter of the late William and Edith (Gardner) Gutacker. She had been employed by the former Arlan's Department Store, Pottstown, before retiring in 1975. She was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church, Pottstown. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three sons: Rodger C. and Douglas B., both of Reading, and Dennis L., Birdsboro R.D.4. Also three grandchildren and a sister, Betty, wife of Richard Putt, Birdsboro. The L.W. Ott Funeral Home, Inc., Boyertown, is in charge of arrangements.

Keeler, Mary Edith

Keeler -- In Reading, May 2d, Mary Edith, only daughter of Charles and Emma Keeler, aged 1 year, 1 month and 6 days.

Keenan, Bertha E.

Bertha "Murph" Keenan, 93, Marysville, Wash., died April 27 in Las Orquidias Adult Care Home, Marysville. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Laura (Goodman) Keenan. Keenan served in the Army Air Forces and Air Force from 1943 until 1963, retiring as a lieutenant colonel. A flight nurse, she took part in the Korean Airlift. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home Inc., Marysville, is in charge of arrangements.

Keener, Carl H.

Carl H. Keener, 89, died Aug. 2 at 7:28 p.m. in his Marion Township residence. His wife, Alberta I. (Weber) Keener, died Dec. 28, 1994. Born in Sinking Spring, he was a son of the late Charles R. and Katie L. (Ohnmacht) Keener. Keener was self-employed as an area dairy farmer for 57 years, retiring in 1998. He was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Womelsdorf. Keener was a former board member of the Lebanon Valley Farmers Bank. He is survived by a daughter, Carolyn M. (Keener) Feeg, with whom he last resided. Other survivors include a brother, Elwood L., State Hill. There are also two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township.

Keener, Wallace Henry

Keener - In Tulpehocken, on June 8th, Wallace Henry, son of Joseph Andrew and Leah (Troutman) Keener, aged 1 year 11 months and 3 days.

Keeney, Elmer L.

Elmer L. Keeney, 74, Bethel Township, was pronounced dead on arrival of natural causes May 6 at 7:18 p.m. in the emergency room of Reading Hospital. Born in Bethel Township, he was a son of the late Herbert and Clara (Behney) Keeney. Keeney had been employed for 32 years by Dana Corp., Reading, retiring in 1989. He was owner-operator of a beef cattle farm and livestock hauling business in Bethel Township until the time of his death. He is survived by a son, Michael J., Bethel; and two daughters, Elesa M. (Keeney) Blauch, Mount Aetna, and Denise M. (Keeney) Brightbill, Annville, Lebanon County. Other survivors include four sisters: Esther M. Behney, Schaefferstown, Lebanon County; Carrie M. Keeney, Mount Aetna; Ada A. (Keeney) Miller, Womelsdorf; and Annie E. (Keeney) Beinhower, Ephrata; and five brothers: Tyrus M., Brenham, Texas; LeRoy P. Sr. and Jerry A., both of Newmanstown, Lebanon County; Harry E., Bernville; and Alvin V., Rehrersburg. There are also nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Hill Funeral Home, Rehrersburg. Burial will be in Ziegler's Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Tulpehocken Township.

Keeney, John A.

Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for John A. "Red" Keeney, 86, who died May 16 in his Old Route 22, Windsor Township residence. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. He was the husband of Mazie M. (Degler) Kenney. Born in Upper Tulpehocken Township, he was a son of the late Henry and Clara (Light) Keeney. He was the owner/operator of the Seven Star Hoetel, Shubert, Bethel Township, until retiring in 1982. He previously worked for Degler Chevrolet and Oldsmobile Inc., Hamburg, for 30 years, until retiring in 1973. Keeney was an aircraft-engine builder during World War II at Olmstead Air Force Base, Middletown, Dauphin County. Keeney was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. Also surviving are two sons, Ronald J. Kenney, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, and David F. Keeney, West Bloomfield, Ind. There are also five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Henry Keeney, Myerstown, Lebanon County, and two sisters, Mary (Keeney) Simmons, Campbelltown, Lebanon County, and Sarah (Keeney) Schoener, Myerstown.

Keeney, John A.

Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for John A. "Red" Keeney, 86, who died May 16 in his Old Route 22, Windsor Township residence. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. He was the husband of Mazie M. (Degler) Kenney. Born in Upper Tulpehocken Township, he was a son of the late Henry and Clara (Light) Keeney. He was the owner/operator of the Seven Star Hotel, Shubert, Bethel Township, until retiring in 1982. He previously worked for Degler Chevrolet and Oldsmobile Inc., Hamburg, for 30 years, until retiring in 1973. Keeney was an aircraft-engine builder during World War II at Olmstead Air Force Base, Middletown, Dauphin County. Keeney was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. Also surviving are two sons, Ronald J. Kenney, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, and David F. Keeney, West Bloomfield, Ind. There are also five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Henry Keeney, Myerstown, Lebanon County, and two sisters, Mary (Keeney) Simmons, Campbelltown, Lebanon County, and Sarah (Keeney) Schoener, Myerstown.

Kehl, Annie B. (nee Shiery)

Ill since last January and bedfast for the past seven weeks, Mrs. Annie B., nee Shiery, Kehl, wife of Samuel A. Kehl, died shortly after noon Wednesday at her home, 212 N. Poplar St., in her 74th year. A native of Washington township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late John F. and Caroline, nee Bray, Shiery. She is survived by her husband and these children: Clarence and Norman, both of Allentown; Warren, Newburg, Pa.; Harvey, Pottstown; Lottie, wife of Fred Moyer, Allentown; Sergeant Vernon, Camp Breckenridge, Ky.; three brothers, Howard Shiery, Allentown; Frank Shiery, Gilbertsville, and James Shiery, Worcester, Pa.; two sisters, Mrs. Ida Weidner, Boyertown and Kate, wife of Joseph Schlegel, Allentown; 16 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A son, Ralph, died in 1907. Funeral arrangements are in charge of the Trexler funeral home, 116 S. 8th St. Rev. Francis Renool will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 21, 1943, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kehl, Deborah R.

Kehl, John S.

John S. Kehl died Sunday at the home of his sister, Mrs. Kathryne Kummerer, Bechtelsville, with whom he had resided the last 23 years. He was 82 years old. Born in Hereford, he was a son of the late Henry and Mary (Schott) Kehl. His wife, the former Sarah Wendling, died 18 years ago. He had resided in Bechtelsville for the last 35 years and was last employed there as a fireman for Great American Knitting Mills. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huffs Church, Eshbach Council of Order of Independent Americans, and Bechtelsville's Keystone Fire Company. Surviving are four children, Mrs. Mayme Badman, Annie, wife of Morris Herb, Henry S. and John F., all of Bechtelsville; nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Kathryne Kummerer.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 4, 1951, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kehl, Jonathan

Jonathan Kehl, a well known merchant tailor and citizen of Pottstown, died on Wednesday evening in the Pottstown Hospital, where he had been taken on Sunday to undergo a surgical operation to remove a stricture of the bowels. He was born in Limerick twp., his wife died a few years ago. He leaves two sons, Wm. and Albert G. Kehl, the latter is the son-in-law of Burgess Binder of Boyertown. Deceased was a brother of our townsmen Wm. D. Kehl and Aug. Kehl of Limerick.

Kehl, Samuel A.S.

Samuel A.S. Kehl, who last month observed his 81st birthday anniversary, died at 11 p.m. Sunday at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Moyer, 226 N. 10th St. A retired carpenter and sexton of St. James Evangelical and Reformed church until two years ago, he had been ill the past several years. At St. James he served as sexton for 23 years. He was born in Bally, Berks county, a son of the late Henry and Mary (Schutt) Kehl. He came to Allentown in 1907 and resided her since that time. He was a member of the Lutheran faith. Predeceased by his wife, Annie V., nee Schiery, Kehl, he is survived by the following children: Clarence S. and Norman S., both of Allentown; Warren S., Neuville, Pa., Harvey S., Stowe, Pa.; Lottie S., wife of Fred Moyer, with whom he made his home; and Vernon of Allentown. There are 17 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; one brother, John Kehl, Bechtelsville, and a sister, Mrs. Catherine Kummerer, also Bechtelsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 3, 1948, page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kehs, Elizabeth M.

Services were held for Elizabeth M. Kehs, 73, of Jim Thorpe, formerly of Sellersville, who passed away on Feb. 29, 2004 in her home. She was the wife of Richard G. Kehs. They were married for 53 years. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Martha ( Deacon) Branigan. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Jim Thorpe. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Kehs is survived by six sons, Richard Jr. of Telford, John of Riegelsville; Michael of Quakertown, Thomas of Cochranville, Bill of Hellertown and Edward of Hamburg; four daughters, MaryAnn Jacoby, Peggy Seachrist, Barbara Eichlin and Catherine Dansereau all of Perkasie; one brother Charles Branigan of Bethlehem; thirty-two grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a sister, Marion Donohue and a grandson. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph's Church, 526 North Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229 Arrangements: Edward F. Melber Funeral Home, Jim Thorpe, PA

Kehs, Virgil W.

Virgil W. Kehs, 97, formerly of Mount Penn, died April 9 at 12:58 p.m. in the Henry Health Care Center of the Lutheran Home at Topton, where he had been a resident. His wife, Marie A. (Anderson) Kehs, died Feb. 15, 1965. Born in Barto, he was a son of the late Henry W. Sr. and Isabella (Walters) Kehs. Kehs had been employed for more than 40 years as a machinist by Stanley G. Flagg Co. Inc., Stowe, Montgomery County. He was a member of St. Catharine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, Exeter Township. Kehs was a graduate of Boyertown High School. He is survived by three daughters: Christine M. (Kehs) Campbell, Wilmington, Del.; Barbara A. (Kehs) Dautrich, Muhlenberg Township; and Rosemary (Kehs) Gibbons, Bedford, N.H. Other survivors include two sisters, Mildred W. Kehs and Angela W. (Kehs) Gehringer; and two brothers, Henry W. Jr. and Cyril W., all of Bally. There are also three grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 11 a.m. in Most Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church, Bally. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Keim, Ann Maria

On the 3d inst., in Maidencreek township, Mrs. Ann Maria Keim, widow of John Keim, age 78 years, 4 months and 2 days.

Keim, Anna

Keim - In Pike, April 3d, Anna Keim, daughter of Jacob and Catharine Keim, aged 40 years, 4 months and 29 days.

Keim, Benneville

Keim, Catharine

Keim - In Leesport, December 15th, 1875, Catharine, wife of John Keim, aged 76 years, 9 months and 4 days.

Keim, David

Keim, Deborah L.

Keim - On Friday, 4th instant, of pneumonia, Mrs. Deborah L. Keim, wife of the late Benneville Keim, aged 46 years, 7 months and 4 days.

Keim, Donald M.

Services were held in the Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring, for Donald M. Keim, of Chestnut Lane, North Heidelberg Township, who died July 22 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient one week. Burial was in Zion's Cemetery, Perry Township. He was the husband of Joan L. (Tyson) Keim. Born in Perry Township, he was a son of the late William H. and Mabel (Mountz) Keim. Until retiring in 1996, he was employed as a tool grinder by the Parish Structural Products Division of Dana Corp., Reading, for 32 years. He was previously employed as an aircraft mechanic by Glenn Martin Co., Middle River, D., and by Textile Machine Works, Wyomissing. He was a graduate of hte Aero Industries Technical Institute, Los Angeles, with a master aircraft mechanic degree. Keim was a World War II Army Air Corps veteran. He was a life member of Mount Pleasant Fire Company and Gregg Post 12, American Legion, Reading. Keim was a member of St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Reading. Also surviving are three daughters, Kathy J. (Keim) Martin, Sinking Spring; Donna E. (Keim) McCleaf, Reading; and Mary E. (Keim) Henry, Shillington. There are also three granddaughters and a great-grandson. Other survivors include two brothers, William H. Keim, in Montana, and Larry Keim, Hamburg.

Keim, Elizabeth

Keim - In Perry, June 5th, Elizabeth Keim, wife of Samuel Keim, aged 63 years, 4 months and 13 days.

Keim, George W.

Keim - In Perry, November 20th, George W., son of Percival and Susanna Keim, aged 7 years, 10 months and 12 days.

Keim, Harriet de Benneville

There died at noon on Oct. 4, at the age of 97 years, one of the most interesting and highly esteemed of Philadelphia' noted women, Mrs. Harriet de Benneville Keim, the mistress of "Solitude," on the Old York road. She and her ancestors had occupied that beautiful estate of more than 100 acres for nearly two centuries, and there they are interred in a private burial ground. The women of her race were socially prominent in colonial days, and were accorded special privileges by the British commander who occupied their broad acres during the Revolutionary war.

Harriet de Benneville was born in March 1803. She was married in 1821 to John May Keim, of Reading, who died more than 50 years ago. Her father, Dr. George de Benneville, was a son of Dr. George de Benneville a native of Rouen, Normandy, who figures in Dr. S. Weir Mitchell's historical novel, "Hugh Wynne." It is said that Queen Anne, of England, was sponsor and guardian of the elder de Benneville's orphaned childhood. The younger de Benneville married Eleanor Roberts, the mother of Mrs. Kiem, whose death is now recorded. She was descended from Thomas Roberts, a Welsh gentleman, and personal friend of William Penn.

The house in which Mrs. Keim resided was built in 1775 by her aunt, Sarah Roberts, and was used by the British as a hospital in 1777 and 778. The estate on which it stands at Old York road and Fisher's lane, aptly named "Solitude," is rapidly being surrounded by the growing city. The city's maps show streets and avenues running through it, but they are not there. Its broad acres and century old trees have not been disturbed and there has been a general understanding that they would not be interfered with during Mrs. Keim's lifetime.

There are three houses on the estate, massive colonial structures, having walls three feet in thickness. The house occupied by Mrs. Keim's farmer was standing when her great-grandfather, Thomas Roberts, bough the property in 1715, and is believed to have then been 25 years old. The estate was occupied by Cornwallis and his staff all through the British occupation of Philadelphia, and the old house, according to the tradition of the family, was recognized place of consultation, a certain room still being called the Cornwallis room. The entire seclusion of "Solitude," no doubt led to its selection by the British general as his council place.

In this delightful, rich in traditions of the colonial period and the infancy of the republic, Mrs. Keim spent the evening of her long life, with every faculty unimpaired. She had never worn glasses, despite her advanced age, and remained young in spirit. She was fond of entertaining, and to the last dispensed the hospitality characteristic of her early life with courtly grace.

Her great age precluded any hope of recovery from the stroke of paralysis which caused her death, for which she constantly said she was ready. Her father died at Branchtown and is buried in the de Benneville private burial ground on Greenlane. There also lie her grandfather and more than 100 members of the family, including the de Benneville, Brown, Roberts, Shewell, Evans and Thomas branches, as well as the more immediate families of Keim and de Benneville.

Mrs. Keim survived all her children but one and her roof sheltered four generations of descendants.

Deceased was the grandmother of J.M.K. Wickersham, who some years ago resided in Newtown.

Keim, Harry Norman

Keim - At half-past two o'clock on Sunday morning, Jan. 5, at No. 428 Franklin street, this city, Harry Norman Keim son of the late Hon. Benneville Keim, aged seventeen years.

Keim, Isaac

Keim - In Maidencreek, May 15th, Isaac Keim, aged 65 years, 7 months and 10 days.

Keim, Isaac A.

Keim - In Maidencreek, September 16th, Isaac A., son of Daniel and Sarah Keim, aged 10 years, less 8 days.

Keim, Joel

Joel Keim, aged citizen, residing with his sons William and Samuel of Greshville, died of apoplexy at age 84. Deceased was stricken on Saturday, morning at 5 o'clock and at 10 o'clock he expired. Funeral was Thursday, Interment at Hill Church. Undertaker H.M. Houck.

Keim, John

Keim, John May

Keim - At Philadelphia, on the 20th inst., John May Keim, son of the late John M. Keim, in the 32d year of his age.

Keim, Magdalena

Keim - In Perry, March 26th, Magdalena, wife of the deceased John Keim, aged 83 years, 7 months and 18 days.

Keim, Mary H.

Keim - On the 26th instant, Mary H. Keim, daughter of Benneville Keim, dec'd, aged 26 years.

Keim, Samuel

Keim - In Upper Tulpehocken, on the 9th instant, Samuel Keim, son of Daniel and Magdalena Keim, aged 78 years, 11 months and 25 days.

Keim, Sarah (nee Mengle)

Sarah Mengle, widow of the late Abraham Keim, daughter of the late Isaac and Susannah (Baver) Mengle, was born Jan. 4, 1846, in Maidencreek Twp., Berks Co., and was baptized May 8, 1847, by Rev. Sassaman Herman. She was confirmed in St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Richland Twp., Berks Co., by Rev. T. T. Ieager, and united in marriage to Abraham Keim, May 11, 1867, in Reading by Rev. Augustus Herman. On Wednesday, April 8, she died in the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Dr. and Mrs. O. B. Herbein, at the age of 85 years, 3 months and 4 days, and is survived by three daughters, one son, 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The funeral took place April 11, with all services in the home of Dr. and Mrs. Herbein, and burial in Zion Church cemetery.

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

Keim, Susanna

Keim - In Penn, October 9th, Susanna Keim, widow of the deceased David Keim, aged 83 years, 9 months and 5 days.

Keim, Victor

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 11, 1957, page 30. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keim, Wester Wellington

Keim - In Windsor, August 7th, Wester Wellington, only child of John M. and Amanda Keim, aged 6 months and 12 days.

Keinard, Elmer E.

Keinard--In Birdsboro, on the 9th inst., Elmer E. son of William and Sallie Keinard, aged 33 years. Relatives and friends, also Odd Fellows and the Independent Order of America, of Birdsboro, are invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from the residence of his parents, Water Street, Birdsboro, Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 12 at 1:30 o'clock, where all services will be held. Interment St. Michael's cemetery, Birdsboro.

Keinard, Melvin L.

Services were held for Melvin L. Keinard, 82, of Octagon Avenue, Sinking Spring, who died March 17 in Reading Hospital. His wife, Dorothy V. (Moyer) Keinard, died in 1993. Born in Baumstown, he was employed for 42 years by the Reading Co. until his retirement. He was a member of Incarnation Lutheran Church, Reading. Surviving are a brother, Lee D., Wyomissing; and a sister, Thelma F. (Keinard) Ash, Exeter Township. Burial was in St. Johns Cemetery, Gibraltar. The Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro, handled the arrangements.

Keiser, A. Edwin

A. Edwin Keiser, one of Shamrock's oldest residents, died Wednesday night at 7 o'clock at his home after a ten day's illness from complications, in his 82nd year. Mr. Keiser was a native of Berks county and was a son of the late Aaron Keiser and his wife, Leah, nee Hilbert, Keiser. He is survived by the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Annie Meck, Shamrock; Mrs. Sarah Keiper, Macungie; Frank, Reading, and John, Maxatawny. He was a member of the Longswamp church, Reformed wing. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock from the home of his sister, Mrs. Meck, Shamrock. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the Longswamp church, where services will be held. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 13, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keiser, Clarence E.

The Rev. Dr. Clarence E. Keiser, whose research in Babylonian culture and history is recognized in several of the nation's leading centers of scholarship, died at his home in Lyons yesterday after an eight-week illness. He was 73. He published four books on his Babylonian research and authored a number of articles on archeology. One of the four Babylonian texts is in New York City's Morgan Library, one in the Yale Babylonian Collection, two in the Nies Babylonian Collection. He was born at Lyons Oct. 12, 1884, a son of the late William and Fyanna (Carl) Keiser. He attended Lyons public schools, was graduated from Kutztown state Normal School and from Muhlenberg College in 1905 with first honors. He was graduated from Philadelphia Seminary in 1908 and was ordained June 15, 1908, in St. John's Lutheran Church, Allentown. Following his ordination, he entered the graduate school of the University of Pennsylvania in the Department of Semitics. He received his master's degree in 1910 and in the fall of that year entered Yale University. He received his doctorate in 1912. He spent the summer of 1911 studying at Leipzig University. For a number of years he served on the staff of the Yale Babylonian Collection and in 1914-1915 taught Bible at Smith College. Later he was editor of Tablets for the Nies Babylonian Collection in Brooklyn. While at Yale, he was a member of the New York Ministerium. He reentered the Ministerium of Pennsylvania in 1943. He was a member of the American-Oriental Society. For the past 10 years he was supply pastor of Salem Shalters Union Church. He is survived by his wife, Eva (Heilman) Keiser; two sons, Russell, Kutztown, and William of Dayton, Ohio; and three grandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family, 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the home. Public services will be held later in Salem Shalters Union Church, Alsace Township. Calling hours will be at the home 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 22, 1958, page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keiser, Douglas F.

Graveside services were held in the Topton Union Cemetery for Douglas F. Keiser, of Luther Meadows, Longswamp Township, who died March 20 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where he had been a patient one day. He was predeceased by his first wife, Leah S. (Showalter) Keiser, who died on Nov. 23, 1972, and by his second wife, Dorothy M. (Missonis) Keiser, who died on Oct. 26, 2001. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Howard T. Keiser Jr., and Essie M. (Gambler) Keiser. Until retiring in 1986, he was employed as a die setter by the Caloric Corp., Topton, for 44 years. He was a World War II Army veteran. Keiser was a life member of Ray A. Master American Legion Post 217, Topton. Surviving are two sons, Allen R. Keiser, Topton, and Steven D. Keiser, Alburtis; and three daughters: Diane C. (Keiser) Muth, Breinigsville; and Dena F. (Keiser) Lewis and Donna L. Keiser, both of Topton. There are also nine grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include three sisters: Miriam (Keiser) Trexler, Bethlehem; Fern (Keiser) Kratcha, Cayuga, N.D.; and Roxie (Keiser) Kern, Topton. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, was in charge of arrangements.

Keiser, Emma (nee Hanger)

Mrs. Emma, nee Hanger, Keiser, wife of John Keiser, died at 1 p.m. on Monday at her home in Maxatawny. She was 78 years old. Born and raised in the vicinity of Maxatawny, she was the daughter of William and Susanna, nee strunk, Hanger. She was a member of Longswamp church. She is survived by her husband; three children, Mrs. Truman Schmehl of Allentown, Mrs. Charles Freas of Kutztown and Wilson of Allentown; four grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Edwin, Cyrus and Joseph; and a sister, Mrs. Rosa Reinert. Rev. Donald C. Englehart will officiate at short services at her late home, the residence of George stump, at 1.30 p.m. Friday with continued services in Longswamp church and interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 11, 1939, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keiser, George

Keiser, Jean Ann

Jean Ann Keiser, daughter of John H. and Marie, nee Webb, Keiser, died Friday at the home of the parents in Topton, aged 2 years, 4 months and 13 days. Besides the parents, there survive a sister, Miriam; the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Keiser; the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Mary Webb; and the great-grandfather, William Fox. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. daylight saving time, from the home of the parents on Franklin street, Topton. Continued services will be held in the St. Peter�s Reformed church, Topton. Burial will be made in Longswamp cemetery. Rev. G. B. Smith and Rev. William Meckstroff will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 30, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keiser, Lydia L.

Lydia L., wife of John S. Keiser, of No. 1200 Hilton street, Philadelphia, who died on Thursday night of paralysis was buried on Saturday afternoon at Longswamp Church. The family formerly resided at Alburtis, where Mr. Keiser�s father, Henry Keiser, lives. For a time, the deceased husband was employed with Collum A. Knouse, of this city. Mrs. Keiser was 45 years of age.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 28, 1898, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keiser, Mary M.

Mrs. Mary M., wife of James Keiser, died at her home near Alburtis yesterday morning after having been sick for more than two years from complications. She was 56 years old and had been ailing for 24 years. She was blind the last several years of her life. Besides her husband, there survive the following children: Mabel and David, at home; Raymond, Alburtis; and Harry, Topton. A sister, Mrs. Warren Geary, of Philadelphia, and a brother, Edwin Amig, of Emaus, also survive. The funeral will be held at her late home on Saturday at 2 p.m., standard time. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth will officiate. Burial will be made in the Longswamp cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 27, 1922, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keiser, Nathan

While seated in a rocking chair, reading a newspaper, Nathan Keiser, of Henningsville, sustained a stroke of apoplexy. He fell to the floor and when assistance reached him, life was extinct. He was never married and attained the age of 66 years. The funeral took place yesterday morning with interment in the Longswamp Cemetery.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, April 28, 1910, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keiser, Paul W. Sr.

Services were held in Hope Community Church, Rockland Township, for Paul W. Keiser Sr., of Penn Street, Topton, who died March 30 in ManorCare Nursing Home, Allentown, where he had been a patient three days. Burial was in Topton Union Cemetery. He was the husband of Florence E. (Steffy) Keiser. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Edwin M. and Cora M. (Reinert) Keiser. Until retiring in the mid 1980's, he was employed in the casting department of the Alburtis Foundry for 10 years. He was previously employed as an assembler by Caloric Corp., Topton, for many years. Keiser was a World War II Navy veteran. He was the founder of Topton Little League baseball that began in the 1970's. Keiser was a member of Hope Community Church, Rockland Township. Also surviving are a son, Paul W. Keiser Jr., at home; and two adopted sons, Dale I. Schaeffer, Topton and Warren L. Schaeffer, Reading. There are also three grandchildren. Other survivors include four sisters: Ida (Keiser) Gehringer, Topton; Mabel (Keiser) Dries, Emmaus, Lehigh County; Pauline (Keiser) DeLong, Alburtis; and Evelyn (Keiser) Oister, Pottstown. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, was in charge of arrangements.

Keiser, Sallie M.A. (nee Trollinger)

Sallie M. A., nee Trollinger, the estimable wife of Harry J. Keiser, of Emaus, died at 8:45 o'clock yesterday morning at the Allentown hospital of a complication of ailments. She was in her 45th year. Born in Berks county, June 23, 1891, a daughter of the late Zacharias and Esther (nee fox) Trollinger, she had lived for a number of years in Emaus and was held in high regard by her neighbors and many friends. She was a faithful member of the Longswamp church. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, Mark C., at home; one sister, Mrs. Victor Rohrbach, Topton; one half-sister, Mrs. Eva schofer, and one half-brother, Elmer Schofer, both of Topton. The funeral will be held from her late home, 538 North street, Emaus, on Saturday at 1:30 p.m., with brief services at the house and continued services in the Longswamp church. Rev. Donald Englert, of Topton, will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call at the home on Friday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 8, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keiser, Sallie S. (nee Yoder)

Mrs. Sallie S. Keiser, 78, 41 E. High St., Topton, the mother of Claude Keiser of this city, died yesterday at her home after a long illness. A lifelong resident of Berks county, she was born in Maidencreek township, a daughter of the late John and Sallie (Sittler) Yoder. She was a member of St. Peter's Reformed church, TOpton, and was the oldest mother of the Sunday schools' service class. She also belonged to the auxiliary of the Topton Fire Co. Survivors are: her husband, Frank R. Keiser; three sons, Claude, this city; John and Ray, Topton; three daughters, Myrtle Keiser, at home; Lillie, wife of Howard Madeira, Kutztown, and Jennie, wife of Clayton Meitzler, Topton; 10 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; one brother, John Yoder, Hyde Park, Pa. Rev. Franklin D. Slifer will hold services for the family at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the DeLong and Trexler funeral home, Topton, and public services in St. Peter's reformed church. Interment will be in Topton Union cemetery. Calling hours, 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 27, 1947, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keiser, William

Keiser - On the 27th inst., in this city, William, son of Franklin and Louisa Keiser, aged 2 months and 6 days.

Keith, Gerald R.

Among the local survivors of Gerald R. Keith, 69, of East Cocalico Township, who died March 14 in Essa Flory Hospice Center, Lancaster, is a son, Steven M. Keith, Hamburg.

Kelar, Elizabeth

Kelar--On the 3rd inst., Elizabeth, widow of John Kelar, aged 72 years. Services Monday, 8:15 a.m., from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Kormanski, 309 Wood St. Further services in Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church at 9 o'clock. Interment in Gethsemane Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday at home.

Kelchner, Suzanna

Kelchner - In Upper Bern, February 10th, Mrs. Susanna Kelchner, widow of Henry Kelchner, aged 89 years, 3 months and 22 days.

Keller, Anna H.

Among the local survivors of Anna H. (Hauck) Keller, 91, of Maidencreek Township, who died June 12 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient two weeks, is a daughter, Dolores (Fetterolf) Becker, Mohrsville.

Keller, Anna H.

Graveside services were held in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township, for Anna H. Keller, of East Wesner Road, Maidencreek Township, who died June 12 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient two weeks. She was the wife of Daniel H. Keller. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Emma (Bechtel) Hauck. Until retiring in 1990, she was employed as a cook by Weavers Kountry Kitchen, Ontelaunee Township, for 13 years. She previously was employed as a pairer for Temple Full Fashion Hosiery for 20 years. Also surviving are a daughter, Dolores (Fetterolf) Becker, Mohrsville; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren. There is also a sister, Grace (Hauck) Dutt, Reading.

Keller, Bonny L.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Bonny L. Keller, Fredericksville Road, Rockland Rownship, who died of natural causes Jan. 18 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient two days. Burial was in Berks Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Maidencreek Township. She was the wife of Brian G. Keller. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Raymond A. Sr. and Helen (Reinert) Moyer. She was employed as a cashier by M.W. Wood Co. at Kutztown University in the Student Union Food Court since 1998. Previously she was employed as a hostess and waitress at the Castle Diner, Richmond Township, for 10 years. Keller was a 1968 graduate of Empire Beauty School, Reading. Also surviving is a daughter, Kelly S. (Keller) Ruth, Exeter Township, and two grandchildren. Other survivors include three brothers, Raymond A. Moyer Jr., Maxatawny Township; Robert P. Moyer, Emmaus,Lehigh County; and Randy V. Moyer, Reading; and two sisters, Jeanette K. (Moyer) Miller and Vickie J. (Moyer) Skipper, both of Rockland Township.

Keller, Charles D.

Graveside services will be held Feb. 13, 11 a.m., in St. John's Cemetery, West Brunswick Township, Schuylkill County, for Charles D. Keller, 90, formerly of Hamburg, who died Feb. 7 in the home of his daughter, Barbara A. (Keller) Simmons, of Astor, Fla., with whom he resided. He was predeceased by his wife, Josephine E. (Summerfelt) Keller, who died Feb. 8, 1990. Born in Temple, he was a son of the late Charles B. and Florence (Small) Keller. Until retiring, he was the owner/operator of Keller's Korner Restaurant, Hamburg. He was previously employed as a crane operator by Rudolph and Sons, Reading, for many years. Also surviving are six other daughters: Virginia M. (Keller) Millard, Reading; Rose C. (Keller) Trabosh, Hamburg; Doris M. (Keller) Wink, Debary, Fla.; Joetta L. Keller, Astor, Fla.; and Ella M. (Keller) DuBois and Charlotte G. (Keller) Schucker, both of Orange City, Fla. There are also 27 grandchildren, 63 great-grandchildren and 20 great-great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Helary J. (Keller) Collins, who died Sept. 12, 1984. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, was in charge of arrangements.

Keller, Daniel

Keller - In Tulpehocken, on July 19th, Daniel Keller, son of Daniel and Elizabeth (Eyler) Keller, aged 69 years, 6 months and 8 days. He leaves 9 children and 1 grandchild.

Keller, David C.

Death of Col. Keller. A Brave Soldier and a Citizen Prominent in Many Walks of Life - His Remarkable War Record

Col. David C. Keller, a well known hotel proprietor and Civil War veteran, died at 8:30 p.m., Thursday, at his home, 1006 Penn, from hemorrhages, resulting from a wound received at Spottsylvania Court House, VA., May 12, 1864, when he was shot through the left lung. He was in his 63rd year. This and other wounds received by Col. KELLER while in the war, often gave him considerable trouble. Under the circumstances, he was in good health. While attending the encampment at Gettysburg, last October, of the Union Veteran Legion, of which he was a member, he was seized with two hemorrhages, one on the battlefield while listening to Capt. Long's address. The attacks were so severe that he was brought home and for a time it was thought he would die.

Although he never fully recovered, Col. KELLER was in fair condition until last Tuesday, when he was attacked with another hemorrhage. Several others followed. He rapidly grew weaker and lapsed into unconsciousness, remaining in that state until he died.

Col. KELLER was well known throughout the county. He was a brave soldier in the Civil War and carried the scars of many wounds in defense of his country. He was born in Rockland, July 25, 1839, and was the son of John and Esther (CLAUSER) KELLER. During his boyhood days he worked on his father's farm and attended the school which stood on the land owned by his father.

At the age of 19 he entered the employ of Benneville GLASE as a clerk in his general store at Friedensburg, where he remained until the breaking of the Civil War, when he enlisted in Co. C. 7th Pennsylvania Reserves. He was mustered into the service April 22, 1861, for 3 months, and on Oct. 21, 1861, became first lieutenant of Co. K. 93rd Regt., and on Nov. 8, 1862, was made captain, Nov. 23, 1864, he was commissioned as major, and on Aug. 1, 1864, he was brevetted lieutenant Colonel for distinguished services in the campaign before Richmond, VA, receiving his commission from Gov. CURTIN on Dec. 18, following.

He was brevetted colonel April 2, 1865, for gallant and meritorious service in the assault before Petersburg, VA, and assigned to the 2d Brigade, 3d Division 6th Corps, Army of the Potomac, Peninsular campaign. He participated in the grand review in Washington in June 1865, and was mustered out with his command June 27, 1865.

Col. KELLER carried 9 bullet wounds all received on the battlefield. In the battle of Fair Oaks, May 31, 1862, he was twice wounded; at Gettysburg, July 2, 1863, he received another; at Spottsylvania Court House, VA, May 12, 1864, at Fort Fisher, and at Petersburg, VA, March 25, 1865, he was again wounded.

When peace was declared Col. KELLER came to Reading and engaged in various enterprises and for many years conducted hotels successfully. He started out at the Schmucker House, southwest corner of 6th and Penn, in partnership with his brother-in-law, the late Daniel A. YODER. He conducted the Berks County House for a short time, then the Franklin House and was the landlord of the Rose Valley Park Hotel [a.k.a. Central Park Hotel], previously well known as the Schweitzer House, on Mineral Spring Road [beyond Seventeenth Street] ; the Palmer House North 6th St; St. Cloud Hotel, Penn above 7th and the past 9 years the proprietor of [his saloon] the Penn Square Hotel, 527 Penn.

He was an ardent Republican. He served two terms as County Commissioner, was for 4 years a member of Common Council, and when the Reading Legislative District was established he was one of the two first candidates for the Legislature from this district. He was a popular man in his party and repeatedly served as delegate to State and County Conventions. He was the president of the Berks County Liquor League, when that organization was in the height of its prosperity. He was a prominent candidate for Auditor General at one of the Republican State Conventions. He was census enumerator for Berks in 1880.

Co. KELLER was a personal friend of Senators QUAY and CAMERON, and was for a number of years a power in local politics. He was a member of the Grace Lutheran Congregation and a generous contributor to charitable and church work. He was appointed by Gov. HARTRANFT as Inspector General, with the rank of Lieutenant colonel, on the staff of Major General William J. BOLTON, 3d Division, N. G. P.

He was a member and director of several building associations, a member of Encampment No. 43, U.V.L.; a member and past commander of Gen. William H. KEIM Post, No. 76 G.A.R.; a member of Teutonia Lodge, No. 367, F. and A.M.; of Excelsior Chapter, No. 237, R.A.M. of Reading Commandery, No. 43 K.T.; of Raja Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S., and of the 93d Regimental Association.

He is survived by his widow (Rosa KREBS, daughter of the late Conrad KREBS). Of the children that were born to them, all died young except one son Daniel Franklin KELLER, who is now 1st Lieutenant of the 24th Regiment, U.S. Infantry, now in the Philippines.

His mother, Mrs. Esther KELLER, aged 93, living on the old homestead in Rockland, and these brothers and sisters survive: Daniel C., Chatham, ILL; Jacob C. Springfield, Ohio; William C., Stony Creek; Jeremiah C., Samuel C., Mrs. William YOUSE and Mrs. Caroline BRUMBACH, New Jerusalem.

Deceased was whole-souled and generous, genial and companionable. He was deservedly popular and prominent in all the organizations to which he belonged and in the community was highly esteemed.

Note: A second obituary appeared in another Reading paper on the same date carrying almost identical information except for the account of his nine wounds and the final paragraph:

Col. KELLER carried nine bullet wounds, all received on the battlefield. In the battle of Fair Oaks May 31, 1862, he was twice wounded; at Gettysburg, July 2, 1863, he received another; at Spottsylvania Court House, VA, May 12, 1864, two more, the one being a wound in the lung which finally resulted in death; at Cedar Creek, October 19, 1864, at Fort Fisher and at Petersburg, AV March 25, 1865, he was again wounded.

Colonel KELLER was a man of even temperament and possessed the faculty of making friends. He was widely known, not only in Reading, but throughout the country, and his death will be a shock to those who knew him best.

Colonel David KELLER was buried at the Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading, on May 26, 1902. His wife Rosa appears to be buried there as well with a burial date of Nov. 20, 1909.

Keller, Eli

Keller -- In Shenango, Lawrence county, Pa., Eli, son of Jonathan Keller, (formerly of Berks county), aged 37 years.

Keller, Esther

Mrs. Esther Keller, 98 years old, the oldest woman in Berks county, died at her residence at Dryville on Thursday. She was the widow of John Keller, and read the Bible through 500 times. She was the mother of fifteen children, and leaves forty grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, October 22, 1908, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keller, George A.

Services were held in the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home, Laureldale, for Geroge A. Keller, of South Richmond Street, Fleetwood, who died April 17 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where he had been a patient since April 7. Burial was in St. Paul's Union Cemetery, Fleetwood. He was the husband of Shirley R. (Noll) Keller. Born in Ruscombmanor Township, he was a son of the late Harry J. and Mary B. (Weidner) Keller. Until retiring as supervisor of the shipping and receiving department in 1991, he was employed by Boyertown Auto Body Works for 38 years. He was previously employed as a patrolman by the Fleetwood Police Department for 18 years. He was a graduate of Reading High School and a Korean War Army veteran. Keller was a past president of the Fleetwood Community Bus Association and a past secretary of the Walnuttown Fish and Game Association. He served on the board of directors of Tarsus Corporation, Fleetwood. Keller was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood. Also surviving are a daughter, Carol L. (Keller) Rothermel, Fleetwood; and two sons, Carl G. Keller, Fleetwood, and Gary L. Keller, Kutztown. There are also six grandchildren.

Keller, Gertie A.

KELLER - In Muhlenberg Township, on the 14th inst. Gertie A., daughter of Samuel and Sallie Keller, aged 23 years, 8 months and 14 days. Internment at Hinnerschitz Church.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, December 16, 1914. Submitted by: Brenda. Note: this is an abstract.]

Keller, Helen M.

Funeral services were held for Helen M. Keller, 93, formerly of Court Common Apartments, Court Street, who died July 12 in Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where she had been a resident for four years. Born in Reading, Keller was a former volunteer with Reading Meals on Wheels. Surviving are three sisters: Margaret G. (Kraus) Babb, Exeter Township; Miriam G. (Kraus) Trout, Stony Creek; and Thelma P. (Krause) Miller, Palm Beach, Fla. Burial was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. The Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading, handled the arrangements.

Keller, Henrietta

Henrietta, wife of Amos Keller, died at the home of her son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin N. Erb residing on East Philadelphia Avenue, on Monday, following a short illness. She was aged 82 years 1 month and 27 days.

The aged couple, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Keller, were happily married 62 years. Besides her husband there survive four children, Louise, wife of James Bryan, of Boyertown; William, Pottstown, Howard, Boyertown and Annie, wife of Irvin N. Erb, Boyertown.

Deceased was a devoted member of St. John's Lutheran Church. For many years she conducted a grocery and general merchandise store at Philadelphia Avenue and Madison Street, from which she retired several years ago. Mrs. Keller had made her own funeral arrangements during her last illness.

The funeral will be held this Saturday, at 2 p.m. Services in Fairview Cemetery. Rev. A. M. Weber, pastor of the St. John's Lutheran Church will officiate.

Keller, Lewis S.

Lewis S. Keller, aged 67, one of Topton's best known citizens, died at 4.30 o'clock yesterday afternoon at his home on Franklin street, in that borough, after an illness of six weeks. Mr. Keller served as borough assessor for twenty-one years and was also a member of town council. Mr. Keller grew up with Topton. As a young man he was employed in the furniture plant of Tilghman Delong, and later when the Boyertown Casket Company had the plant he was a foreman and with the reorganization of the Delong Furniture Company he continued in the service of the company. Mr. Keller was a member of Christ's Reformed church at Bowers and was very active in the affairs of the congregation. He served as an elder and was also a member of the chair. The deceased was the son of the late Jacob and Mary (nee Sicher) Keller. He was twice married, his first wife being the late Katie Levan, and his second was formerly Miss Lizzie Diener. He is survived by the following children: Mrs. Samuel Knauss, Boyertown; Mrs. Howard Strunk, Topton; Harry Keller, Greensburg, N.C.; William Keller, West Reading. Three sisters, Mrs. Annie Moyer, Topton; Mrs. Emma Hoch, Reading, and Mrs. Peter Kiefer, Kutztown, and seven grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held from his late home in Topton on Friday at 2 p.m., Standard Time. Services will be conducted at the house by Rev. George B. Smith. Interment will be made in the cemetery at Bowers church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 21, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keller, Percy B.

KELLER -- In this city, on the 23d inst., PERCY B., son of P. H. and the late Mary (nee Breslin) Keller, 731 North 2d street, of tetanus, aged 11 years, 6 months and 13 days. No funeral.

Keller, Rachael F.

Private services were held for Rachael F. Keller, 91, formerly of Main Street, Oley, who died May 24 in Berks Heim. Her husband, Earl R. Keller, died in 1975. Born in Oley Township, she had been employed as a clerk for 58 years by Wegman's Delicatessen Stand at the Pottstown Farmer's Market, retiring in 1992. She was a member of Friedens United Church of Christ, Oley. Keller was a volunteer quilter at the Kutztown Folk Festival and several area churches. She is survived by a daughter, Fay E. (Keller) Bechtel, and a son, Jackson G., both of Oley. Other survivors include a brother, one grandson and one great-grandson. Burial was in Friedens Cemetery, Oley. The Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, was in charge of the arrangements.

Keller, Robert H.

Burial was private for Robert H. Keller, 68, of Glasgow Street, Stowe, who died November 30 in the Pottsville Hospital. He was the husband of Arlene M. (Gaugler) Keller. Born in Boyertown, Keller was employed for six years as a van driver by the Pottstown School District. He had previously been employed for 42 years as a mechanic and later service manager by Dames Chevrolet, Pottstown, retiring in 1996. He was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Stowe. Keller was a former leader of Cub Scout Pack 255 at St. Peter's. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by two daughters, Bonnie L. (Keller) Bohnenblust, Reading, and Wendy A. Keller, Philadelphia; and three sons: Robert A., Bechtelsville; David S., Steamboat Springs, Colo.; and James M., Honolulu. Other survivors include a stepsister and ten grandchildren. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park, Pottstown. The Schumacher & Benner Funeral Home, Pottstown, was in charge of the arrangements.

Keller, Susan

Susan Keller, widow of Conrad Keller, died of apoplexy, on Monday, at the residence of her son George Keller, at Fleetwood, Berks county. She was a daughter of Adam Stahl and was born February 23, 1794, and her age was therefore 92 years, 6 months and 7 days. Four sons survive her.

Keller, Susanna

Susanna, widow of Moses Keller, died at Fleetwood of complications, aged 71 years, 9 months and 10 days. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Ellen Moser, Tuckerton, and one brother, Benjamin Himmelrich, this borough. Her husband died about four and a half years ago. Funeral, Saturday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 5, 1918, p. 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keller, William

William Keller, of Topton, died late yesterday at the Allentown hospital, after a long illness of a complication of ailments. Mr. Keller was admitted to the hospital on April 26. He was 50 years of age.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 25, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Keller, Willis A.

Willis A. "Smokey" Keller, 61, Birdsboro, died May 23 at 8:05 p.m. in Beverly Healthcare of Reading, Exeter Township, where he had been a patient for 12 days. He was the husband of Shirley A. (Crosby) Keller. Born in Exeter Township, he was a son of the late Mary S. Keller. Keller had been employed by Ram Siding Co., Douglassville, last working in February 2000. He is also survived by a daughter, Mary A. (Keller) Mickletz, Birdsboro, and two grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro. Burial will be in Birdsboro Cemetery, Union Township.

Kelly, Eleanor Powell

Services were held for Eleanor Powell Kelly, 81, of Douglassville, formerly of Blue Bell, who died in the home of her son in Pottstown. She was the widow of Robert L. Kelly. Born in Trenton, N.J., she was a 1939 graduate of Trenton High School. Kelly is survived by six sons, Robert L. Kelly II of Douglassville; James E. Kelly of Morrisville; Lawrence W. Kelly of Swedesboro, N.J.; Howard M. Kelly of Pottstown; John B. Kelly of Warminster; and Thomas P. Kelly of Tampa, Fla. Also, a daughter, Elizabeth Ann Ingalsbe of Titusville, N.J.; a brother; and 10 grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1 Plymouth Meeting, Suite 520, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462-1316. Burial was in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Yardley. The arrangements were handled by the FitzGerald-Sommer Funeral Home of Yardley.

Kemp, Alfred L.

Alfred L. Kemp, one of the organizers of the Mountain Telephone Co., died yesterday afternoon in his residence at Landis Store, Berks county. The 78-year-old man had been ill the last several weeks. In addition to assisting in the organization of the telephone company and serving as its director, Mr. Kemp was for many years deacon of Huffs church. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation. Fraternally, he was a charter member of Landisville council, No. 1007, Order of Independent Americans. He was the son of the late Daniel and Sarah (Landis) Kemp. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth (Frehn) Kemp; a daughter, Mrs. Frank Pilgert, at home; two grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Harry Benfield, Pottstown; six brothers, John, Pottstown; Martin, Macungie; George, Irwin, James, all of Pottstown; Henry, Eschbach, Berks county. Funeral services will be held Tuesday 1:30 p.m. from the late residence at Landis Store with continued services in Huffs church. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. William F. Bond will officiate. Viewing Monday 7-9 p.m.

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

Kemp, Amanda W and Elmer H. Kemp

A mother and her son died within 15 hours of each other Saturday. Mrs. Amanda W. (Dierolf) Kemp, 80, died at 2 a.m. at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Percy E. Kemp, Hamburg R. 3. At 4:30 p.m. her son, Elmer H. Kemp, 45, of Barto R. 1, also died. Born in District Township, Berks County, the daughter of the late Jacob and Carolina (Wetzel) Dierolf, Mrs. Kemp was a member of the Lutheran Church at Huffs. She was preceded in death by her husband and three sons. Husband of Mabel (Miller) Kemp, Elmer Kemp was also born in District Township, the son of the late George S. Kemp and Amanda W. Kemp. He was also a member of the Lutheran Church at Huffs and a member of the Fraternal Order of Orioles, Boyertown, Pike Township Sports Assn., and Bart, Bally, Bechtelsville and New Berlinsville Fire Companies. Surviving children of Mrs. Kemp are Charles D. Kemp, Mertztown; Alice Kemp, New Berlinville; Mayme, wife of Alvin Mech, Reading; Bertha, wife of David Hunter, Macungie; Paul G. Kemp, Hershey, and Percy E. Kemp, of Hamburg. Survivors among the grandchildren are Elmer Kemp�s four children, Marian J., Ernest W., Shirley B., Kermit E., all at home. Mrs. Amanda Kemp is also survived by a sister, Mrs. Rosa Stufflet of Oley.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 8, 1953, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kemp, Charles F.

Charles F. Kemp, for 50 years an employe of the Keystone Shoe Co. in Kutztown, died Saturday at his home, 149 w. Whiteoak St., Kutztown, after a long illness. He was 63. At the bedside when he died were Mrs. Kemp, who was the former Andora Long; two sons, Irvin P. Kemp of Allentown and Wilbur W. Kemp of Kutztown; and a sister, Ella R. Kemp of Kutztown. He leaves also two grandchildren. Mr. Kemp was a son of Henry and Alinda Snyder Kemp, of Kutztown. Born March 10, 1877, he entered the shoe factory in Kutztown and worked there until his illness. He belonged to St. Paul's Reformed church, Kutztown, where funeral services will be held next Wednesday following a brief service at the late home. Rev. Francis F. Renoll, pastor, will officiate. Interment will be made in Hope cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 1, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kemp, Daniel W.

The Roberts Funeral Home, Ocala, Fla., was in charge of arrangements for Daniel W. Kemp, of Belleview, Fla., formerly of Lenhartsville, who died May 14 in Ocala Regional Medical Center, Ocala, Fla. He was the husband of Alice G. (Mower) Kemp. Born in Warminster, Bucks County, he was a son of the late Daniel W. Sr. and Elizabeth (Lilly) Kemp. Until retiring, he was employed as a truck driver by Atlantic Richfield, Fullerton, Lehigh County and Reading. He was a World War II Army veteran. Also surviving are a sister, Thelma (Kemp) Adams, Richmond, Va., and two brothers, Henry Kemp, Perrysburg, Ohio, and Russell Coffin, Lyons.

Kemp, Daniel W.

The Roberts Funeral Home, Ocala, Fla., was in charge of arrangements for Daniel W. Kemp, 75, of Belleview, Fla., formerly of Lenhartsville, who died May 14 in Ocala Regional Medical Center, Ocala, Fla. He was the husband of Alice G. (Mower) Kemp. Born in Warminster, Bucks County, he was a son of the late Daniel W. Sr. and Elizabeth (Lilly) Kemp. Until retiring, he was employed as a truck driver by Atlantic Richfield, Fullerton, Lehigh County and Reading. He was a World War II Army veteran. Also surviving are a sister, Thelma (Kemp) Adams, Richmond, Va., and two brothers, Henry Kemp, Perrysburg, Ohio, and Russell Coffin, Lyons

Kemp, Earl L.

Earl L., the infant son of Charles D., and Lila, nee Greis, Kemp, died Tuesday night at the home of the parents at Topton, after a five days illness from complications, aged 2 months and 29 days. The parents and following brothers and sisters survive: Curtis, Charles, Woodrow, Catherine, Lila, Florence, Anna, Vesta, Grace and Alice, all at home. The maternal grandmother and paternal grandfather also survive. The funeral will be on Saturday morning at 10 o�clock daylight time. Services will be held at the home of the parents and interment will be made in Huff church cemetery. Rev. W. S. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 18, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kemp, Emma M. (nee Sanders)

Mrs. Emma M. (Sanders) Kemp, 81, widow of Jacob D. Kemp, died Saturday at her home, 43 W. Walnut St., Kutztown. A native of Longswamp Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late David and Amanda (Fritch) Sanders. Mrs. Kemp was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown, and the ladies aid society. She had been treasurer of the ladies auxiliary of the Kutztown Fire Co. for the past 24 years. Her husband died in 1950. Surviving are two daughters, Mamie S., widow of G. Wayne Brown, Butler, and Juliabelle A., wife of Leon S. Delworth, at home; a son, Paul D., Missoula, Mont.; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Fritz and Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 19, 1955, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kemp, Ida (nee Fronheiser)

Ida, wife of Prof. A. F. Kemp, assistant county superintendent of the Berks schools, is the first person in Mertztown to fall a victim to the epidemic. Deceased was taken ill with influenza last week and it developed into pneumonia. Mr. Kemp himself and the oldest son, Harvey, have almost fully recovered, but Viola, Edna and John are still confined to bed. She leaves besides the husband, the following children, all living at home: Harvey, Viola, Edna and John, and her mother, Mrs. Z. Fronheiser.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 29, 1918, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kemp, Mabel M.

Services were held for Mabel M. (Miller) Kemp, 90, of Kemp Road, Barto, who died May 2 at Henry Health Care Center of the Lutheran Home at Topton in Longswamp, where she had resided for one month. She was the widow of Elmer D. Kemp. Born in District Township, she was a sewing machine operator for the former Superior Knitting Mill in Bechtelsville, and later worked in the same capacity for the former Bally Pants Factory, retiring in 1973. Kemp was a member of the Lutheran Congregation of Huff's Union Church in Alburtis, where she was also a member of the Ladies Aid Society. Surviving are two sons, Ernest W. Kemp of Barto and Kermit E. Kemp of Levittown; two daughters, Marian J. Stettler of Lyon Station and Shirley B. Fluck of Boyertown. A sister, Catherine C. Kemp of Bechtelsville; a brother, Albert Miller of Macungie; 10 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the capital improvement fund of the Huff's Lutheran Church, 540 Conrad Road, Alburtis, PA 18011. Burial was in the church cemetery. The arrangements were handled by the Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc.

Kemp, Mabel M.

Among the local survivors of Mabel M. (Miller) Kemp, of District Township, who died May 2 in the Henry Health Care Center of the Lutheran Home at Topton, where she had been a patient since April 1, is a daughter, Marian J. (Kemp) Stettler, Lyons.

Kemp, Mabel S. (nee Warmkessel)

Mrs. Mabel S. (Warmkessel) Kemp, 65, wife of David J. Kemp of 738 E. Emaus Ave., Allentown, died yesterday in Sacred Heart Hospital. Born in Hancock, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Herbert S. and Isabell (Koch) Warmkessel. She was a member of Calvary Temple, Allentown. Surviving with her husband are a daughter Althea, wife of Porter Hatcher of Allentown; three sons, John D., of Norfolk, Va.; Paul H., of Allentown, and Robert H.; two brothers, LeRoy and Raymond Warmkessel, both of Allentown; 10 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Calvary Temple, Allentown, with calling hours 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday in the Stephens Funeral Home, 1335-37 Linden St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 5, 1969, page 38. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kemp, Ralph M.

Ralph M. Kemp, 51, of Alburtis R. 1, Longswamp Township, died unexpectedly of a heart attack yesterday while at work at the Caloric Gas Stove Corporation, Topton. Born in District Township, Berks County, he was a son of Amanda (Dierolf) Kemp and the late George F. Kemp. He was a member of Huffs Lutheran Church, Topton Fire Co. and its beneficial association, and Lyons Fire Co. He was employed by Caloric for 28 years. Surviving are his wife, Cora (Greis) Kemp, two daughters, Margaret, wife of Charles Zwoyer, Mertztown R. 1; and Daisy, at home, and two sons, Cpl. Ralph M. Kemp, Jr., who returned home on furlough only three days ago from Korea, and Russel W. Kemp, at home. Also surviving are his mother of New Berlinville; three grandchildren, and three sisters, Alice Kemp, New Berlinville; Mayme, wife of Alvin Meck, Reading, and Bertha, wife of David Hunter, Macungie R. 1; and five brothers, James, Barto R. 1; Charles, Mertztown R. 1; Elmer, Barto R. 1; Paul and Percy, both of Hamburg RD.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 25, 1952, page 27. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kenderdine, Charles L.

KENDERDINE -- In this city, on the 10th inst., CHARLES L. KENDERDINE, aged 63 years, 5 months and 23 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 711 Madison Ave., on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment private in Charles Evans cemetery.

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

Kenney, Daughter of Webb

Kensil, George Henry

Kensil--In this city, on June 2d, George Henry, son of William and Emma Kensil, aged 9 years, 2 months and 22 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Thursday afternoon, June 5, at 2 o'clock, from the residence of the parents, 216 S. 13th street. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans cemetery.

Keppler, Hannah

Mrs. Hannah Kepler, of Philadelphia, widow of Jonathan Kepler, was stricken with apoplexy and died, aged 80 years. One son, Henry survives. Deceased formerly resided here but moved with her family to Philadelphia about 26 years ago. Funeral was held Thursday. The remains were brought here on the 9:30 a.m. train.

Mrs. Hannah Kepler was born at Alsace, Berks Co., PA (near Reading) July 4, 1827. She was the daughter of Gabriel and Esther (Mackey) Ganser and widow of Jonathan Kepler, first Burgess of Boyertown. She lived for many years at the old family homestead, which then stood at the corner of Reading Avenue and Third Street, opposite Buchert and Stetler's hotels, now occupied by stores and dwellings. She was the mother of six children, two sons and four daughters, only one of whom a devoted son – survives her. Mrs. Clara Hagy, whose husband James Keely Hagy was killed at the time of the accident at the Gabel's Iron Mines was her daughter. Her father was the first to manufacture coffins in Boyertown a business which is now carried on extensively at this place.

Mrs. Kepler died in the Samaritan Hospital at 12:18 p.m. Monday, July 13th, from the effects of a stroke she received while visiting her grandson, Chas. H. Hagy, in Tioga, Philadelphia. Services were held at her late residence, the home of her son Henry G. Kepler, 1010 South 47th St., West Philadelphia Wednesday evening at 9:00 p.m. and again at the chapel in Fairview cemetery, Boyertown, Thursday morning at 10 a.m. after which her body was laid to rest beside that of her husband in Fairview.

"Mother Kepler," as she was known in the neighborhood where she lived, made many and lasting friends, who in cases of extreme sickness would often seek her for advice and help. She was kind, active and self sacrificing, always considering the comforts and needs of others before her own self comforts.

Mrs. Kepler leaves a son, Henry G. Kepler, of the firm of Walker and Kepler, Electrical Engineers and contractors, 531 Chestnut Street, three grandsons, Chas., J. Lawrence, and C. Keely Hagy; one granddaughter, Marion A. Kepler and four great-grandchildren, besides a host of friends to mourn her loss.

Mrs. Kepler may be remembered by a few of the older residents of Boyertown as a member of the old Union Church before they separated into the Reformed and Lutheran Churches and where she taught a Sunday school class afterwards going over with the Lutheran Church. She was for many years until her death a member of Heidelberg Reformed Church, 19th and Oxford Streets, Philadelphia.

Keppelman, John H.

J.H. Keppelman Dies Suddenly at the Age of 71. Connected with Gas Co. 41 Years; President for Past 6 Years.

John H. Keppelman, president and manager of the Consumers Gas Company, and one of Reading's best known citizens, died suddenly at 9:15 o'clock Saturday evening at his residence, 144 North Fourth Street. Mr. Keppelman, who was in his 72d year, had been suffering from the effects of diabetes for the last five months. However, his illness was not considered serious as his sudden death came as a grave shock to his relatives and many friends.

Mr. Keppelman suffered a heart stroke and collapsed in his home expiring a few moments later. Dr. H.D. Stryker, under whose care he had been ever since his illness, was summoned, as was Mr. Keppelman's only son, Attorney John Arthur Keppelman, 130 Windsor Street.

The latter hastened to the home of his parent, but his father died before his arrival. Mr. Keppelman's death was a great shock to his son, as he had conversed with him but a short time before the latter suffered the fatal attack. He spoke to him Saturday morning and again in the afternoon and it at both times his father showed no sign of being seriously ill. The last time he saw his father alive was at 5:30 o'clock.

Dr. Stryker pronounced death due to heart failure brought about by deceased's condition as a result of diabetes.

Mr. Keppelman was connected with the Consumers Gas Company for 41 years, more than 30 years which he served as superintendent and the last six years as president and manager. As a member of Council under the old form of government, he was a leading figure advocating permanent municipal improvements. His deep interest and wide knowledge of municipal matters made him a valuable public official and he rendered notable service to the community.

Mrs. Keppelman's death occurred on the same date as that of his wife, Mary E. who died two years ago. Mrs. Keppelman was a daughter of to Col. John E. Arthur who saw h-- service with the Union forces during the Civil War.

Mr. Keppelman was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, in which congregation he served as a vestryman a number of years. He was president of the old Board of Trade for four terms. He was connected with Teutonia Lodge, No. 367, F. and A.M.; Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Masons, Rajah Temple, Mystic Shriners, and other Masonic bodies. He was a member of Reading Lodge No. 115, B.P.O. Elks, the Chamber of Commerce and board of trustees of the Reading Public Library.

Mr. Keppelman was born in this city on Feb. 16, 1853. He graduated from the Reading High School in 1870 and learned his trade as a molder in a foundry conducted by his father, the late John Joseph Conrad Keppelman.

Mr. Keppelman served as superintendent of the Consumers Gas Company from 1887, and the business developed wonderfully under his leadership. He was a leader in the movement to erect the present Berkshire Hotel at Fifth and Washington Streets.

He represented the Sixth ward in Councils for many years, serving in both branches, and it was under his leadership that the first paving loan was passed and a live campaign started for permanent municipal improvements. Mr. Keppelman's long battle for a house sewage system for Reading is remembered by those interested in municipal affairs. Mr. Keppelman was one of the men who backed the legislation creating Reading's first board of public works. This was considered a great victory at the time as councilmen were decidedly reluctant to permit the members to handle expenditures for paving, etc. He was a factor in bringing about a water filtration system in the city. He was a leading spirit in the old Board of Trade. He was active in encouraging out-of-town industrial enterprises to locate here. Mr. Keppelman was greatly interested in the work of the Reading Public Library, of which he was a trustee. He was for some years a director of the First National Bank. Mr. Keppelman was a Democrat.

Besides his son, Attorney John Arthur Keppelman, Mr. Keppelman leaves three brothers, Albert, Howard, and Theodore M. Keppelman, this city, and two sisters, Mrs. Howard Freese and Mrs. Joseph Vesey, also of this city.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, 10 August 1924, pp. 1, 14. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Keppelman, John H.

Keppelman--In this city, on the 9th inst., John H. Keppelman, aged 71 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his residence, no. 144 N. 4th St. on Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Keppelman, Mamie Edith

Keppelman -- In this city on July 20th, Mamie Edith, daughter of John H. and Mary E. Keppelman, aged 8 months.

Keppelman, Mary E. (nee Arthur)

Death claimed Mary E., wife of John H. Keppelman, president and manager of the Consumers Gas Co., at 7:25 a.m. today at her home, 144 North Fourth street. Although she had been in impaired health for sometime, Mrs. Keppelman was confined to bed but one week.

Mrs. Keppelman was born 69 years ago in this city, where she resided all her life. She was a daughter of the late Col. John E. Arthur, at one time city treasurer, and Rebecca (nee Moyer) Arthur. Mrs. Keppelman was a member of the Baptist Church. She had a wide acquaintance having been affiliated with the following organizations: DAR, Daughters of 1812, Huguenot Society, and the Woman's Club.

In addition to her husband, she leave a son, Attorney John A. Keppelman, this city; four grandsons, John, Arthur, Richard and Robert; a sister, Emily R., wife of Samuel A. Mester, Columbus, OH., and these brothers: Frank M. of Camden, SC; Rev. Amos A. Arthur of Lansdowne, PA, and John E. of Mohnton. Announcement is made that the funeral will be private.

Keppley, Linda J.

Services were held in St. John's (Hain's) United Church of Christ, Lower Heidelberg Township, for Linda J. Keppley, 59, Robesonia, who died of natural causes Dec. 9 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient one day. Burial was in Heidelberg Cemetery, Heidelberg Township. She was the wife of Brian E. Keppley. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Herman S. and Ruth E. (Gerhart) Sheidy, Wernersville. She was a 1961 graduate of Conrad Weiser High School and a 1965 graduate of Elizabethtown College, Lancaster County, where she received a bachelor's degree in math. Keppley was last employed for five years as a math teacher in the Conrad Weiser and Tulpehocken school districts. She was a member of St. John's (Hain's) United Church of Christ, Lower Heidelberg Township. Also surviving are a daughter, Greta S. (Keppley) Frasch, Robesonia, and two granddaughters. Other survivors include a brother, Richard P. Sheidy, Elizabethtown, and a sister, Sally A. (Sheidy) McMahon, Sinking Spring. The Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Wernersville, is in charge of arrangements.

Kerby, Hannah

Kercher, Carrie T. Barrell

Services were held in thte Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Carrie T. Barrell Kercher, of State Street, Longswamp Township, who died March 15 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where she had been a patient since March 7. Burial was in New Jersalem Union Cemetery, Rockland Township. She was predeceased by her first husband, Lee H. Barrell, who died Dec. 16, 1960, and by her second husband, Ralph P. Kercher, who died July 27, 1996. Born in Rockland Township, she was a daughter of the late Lawrence M. and Grace (Youse) Rothermel. Until retiring in 1982, she was employed as a sewing machine operator by the Kutztown Shoe Co. for more than 30 years. Surviving are a son, Richard L. Barrell, Fleetwood, four grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Horace Rothermel, Fleetwood.

Kercher Sr., Donald W.

Among the local survivors of Donald W. Kercher Sr., of Muhlenberg Township, who died May 3 in ManorCare Health Services, Muhlenberg Township, where he had been a patient since March 29, is a daughter, Donna M. (Kercher) Degler, Blandon.

Kercher, Ellen

Mrs. Ellen Kercher, widow of Wilson Kercher, died at 1:40 o'clock yesterday morning at her home near Mertztown, R. 1, aged 77 years. Born in Rockland township, she was the daughter of Joshua and Juliann, nee Ziegler, DeLong. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the New Jerusalem church. Surviving are the following children: John L., at home; Edward L., Topton; Mrs. Fred Keller, Fleetwood, R. 1. Thirteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held at her late home Monday at 1:30 p.m. with continued services in the New Jerusalem church. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate and burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 20, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kercher, Elmer F.

Elmer F. Kercher, 67, of Alburtis R. 1, died Saturday in his home. He was the husband of Amy H. (Warmuth) Kercher. He was employed at the Caloric Corp., Topton, for 47 years, last working as a press operator, before retiring in 1973. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Edward L. and Annie C. (Hertzog) Kercher. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton. Surviving with his widow are a daughter, Joyce L., wife of Robert G. Schadler of Alburtis; two sisters, Laura, wife of Robert Reed of Topton and Mrs. Myrtle Brensinger of East Greenville and three grandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family in the Trexler & Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. There will be no calling hours.

Funeral Notice (p. D-3): Age at death = 67 years, 11 months, 8 days; Buried, Rauch-Hertzog Cemetery, Barto R. 1

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 30, 1979, page D-4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kercher, Esther

Kercher, Judith Anna (nee Fegley)

Judith Anna Kercher, nee Fegley, widow of the late Milton Kercher, died yesterday at the home of her son, Claude H. Kercher, 337 N. 14th St. She was in her 82nd year. Born in Longswamp township, Sept. 29, 1858, she was the daughter of the late Harrison and Judith, nee DeLong, Fegley. She was a member of the Shepherds of Bethlehem, Kutztown. Her husband preceded her in death 27 years ago. She is survived by the following children: Nora J., wife of Granville Bleiler, Kutztown R. 1; Esther E., wife of Allan Wisser, Allentown; Beulah E., wife of George Goger, Lenhartsville R. 1; Claude H., Allentown; Grant M., San Francisco, Calif.; Raymond O., Kutztown R. 2, and James B., Kutztown. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from St. John's Lutheran church, Kutztown, with the Rev. J. W. Bittner officiating. Interment will be made in Hope cemetery, Kutztown. Viewing at the home of her son, James Kercher, 255 W. Main St., Kutztown, Wednesday evening.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 24, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kercher, Percy

Falling head-first against a pile of timber when he lost his balance while reducing a tree at his sawmill, Percy Kercher, aged 42, of Longswamp, three miles from Topton, was so seriously injured that he died in the Allentown hospital at 7.30 o'clock last night, three hours after the mishap. Kercher, together with Howard Fritsch, an employe, were engaged in sawing trees with his gasoline driven saw. One of the trees started to feed into the saw in a manner incorrect and in trying to make the necessary adjustment, Kercher lost his balance, fell from a platform and landed headfirst on some heavy timber. His skull was fractured and, when Dr. W. F. Long, of Longswamp, arrived, the physician deemed it advisable to remove the injured man to the hospital, where he died less than an hour after he was admitted. Kercher is survived by his wife and several children.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 4, 1930, pages 5, 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kercher, Percy

The funeral of Percy Kercher, of Longswamp, who died Tuesday night in the Allentown hospital of injuries suffered when he fell while working in his sawmill, will be held from his late residence at Longswamp on Saturday, June 7, at 1.30 p.m., daylight saving time. Further services will be held at the Longswamp church and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond, pastor of the Longswamp church, will officiate. The deceased was a son of the late William Kercher and wife, Cornelia (nee Latshaw), and was aged 39 years, 8 months and 11 days. He is survived by his wife, Maude (nee Schaeffer), and the following children: Marion, Caroline, Dorothy, Bettie, Carl Norman and Ralph, all at home. A brother, William, resides at Easton. The following step-brothers and step-sister also survive: Harry Kercher, of Allentown; Frank Kercher, of Philadelphia; Thomas Kercher, of Ohio, and Mrs. Emma Weller, of Boyertown. Fraternally he was affiliated with the Washington Camp, No. 172, of P.O.S. of A.; Junior Order of Mechanics at Kutztown, and the Red Men at Alburtis.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 5, 1930, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kercher, Wilson E.

Wilson E. Kercher, a retired farmer of Longswamp township, Berks county, died yesterday at Shillington just five days after he passed his 90th milestone. He was a son of the late John and Eliza Haas Kercher and is survived by nephews and nieces. Funeral services will be held Monday morning at 10 o'clock at the DeLong funeral home, 107 Home St., Topton, Rev. William Kline officiating. Interment will be made in the Mertztown church cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 5, 1942, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kercher, Wilson J.

Wilson J. Kercher, of Mertztown R. 1, between Fredericksville and Bowers, died at his home Monday night from a complication of ailments. He was seventy-eight years old, and had been ill for the past three years. Mr. Kercher was the son of the late Benjamin and Rachel, nee Hansher, Kercher, and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. He spent his entire life in that vicinity, being employed at various times as farmer and laborer. He was a member of the Lutheran division of the New Jerusalem church. There survive the wife, Ellen, nee DeLong; a son, John, at home; a son, Edward, of Topton, and a daughter, Mrs. Fred Keller, of Fleetwood R. 1. Thirteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held Saturday at 1.30 p.m. from his late home, with continued services in New Jerusalem church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock. Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate at the services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 15, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kerchner, Betty D.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Betty D. Kerchner, West Franklin Street, Topton, who died Jan. 18 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., where she had been a patient since Jan. 9. Burial was in Longswamp Union Cemetery, Mertztown. Born in Topton, she was a daughter of the late Solon and Susan (Fritch) Kerchner. Until retiring in 1982, she was employed as a laborer by General Seating and Sash Co., Topton, for more than 40 years. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton, where she had served on the Altar Guild and was a former choir member. Surviving are several nieces and nephews.

Kerchner, Edward Benjamin

SHAMROCK�The remains of Edward Benjamin, son of the late William F. and Elizabeth, nee Baer, Kerchner, well known at Topton, were laid to rest in the Union cemetery at Bowers, on Monday, March 21. All services were held in the funeral parlors of J. J. Schofer and son. The deceased was born at Topton, December 31, 1881, and died in Reading on Tuesday, March 15, aged 50 years, 2 months and 15 days. He was not married. There survive one sister and four brothers. The father was a church council officer for many years at Bowers.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 25, 1932, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kerchner, Myrtle E.

Myrtle E. Kerchner, 72, of 3025 Old Route 22, Hamburg, died Tuesday morning in the home of a friend, Willard Smith, 900 Center Road, Leesport. Born in Wayne Township, she was a daughter of the late George A. and Mabel Keener Peiffer. She was employed as a waitress for 13 years at Haag's Hotel, Shartlesville, Berks County. Her husband, Stanley G., died in 1971. Surviving are a son, Marlin S., West Lawn, Berks County; three brothers, Clayton Peiffer, Schuylkill Haven, Harry Peiffer, Pine Grove, and George Peiffer, Schuylkill Haven; two sisters, Erma Adam, Hamburg, and Ellen Heisler, Schuylkill Haven; two grandchildren. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in Zion's Cemetery, Perry Township, Berks County.

Kern, Alice

Kern, Eliza (nee Kercher)

Mrs. Eliza Kern, for most of her life a resident of Topton and the immediate vicinity, died yesterday at the home of her son, George Kern, 929 N. 9th St., Reading. She would have been 95 years old on Saturday. Born in Longswamp township, she was the daughter of the late Gideon and Esther, nee Kiefer, Kercher. After leaving Topton some years ago, she lived for a while in Kutztown. For the past four years, her home has been with her son in Reading. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers. Her husband, Frank S. Kern, a Civil War veteran, died 50 years ago. Surviving are five sons: Edward Kern, Lehighton; George Kern, Reading; William Kern, Saratoga Springs, N.Y.; Henry Kern, Kutztown, and John Kern, Birdsboro. She is also survived by 26 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 3:30 p.m. at the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., TOpton. Regular services will follow in Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 22, 1940, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kern, Elmer A.

Elmer A. Kern, husband of Cora, nee Yoder, Kern, died Sunday evening, Dec. 24, at his home at Hancock. He was in his 73rd year. Born in Coplay, Lehigh county, he was the son of the late Francis Kern and his wife, Susan, nee Troxell, Kern. Besides his wife he is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Clarence Reiss, Emmaus; one son, Earl Kern at Gradersford and one granddaughter. Also surviving are the following brothers and sisters: Edwin, Groth, N.Y., R.D. !; Preston, Pennsburg; Levi and William, Philadelphia; Harvey, Kutztown; Mrs. Rose Ringler, Kutztown R.D., and Mrs. Mary Trexler, Topton. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp church and was affiliated fraternally with mertztown council, No. 444, Order of Independent Americans. Short funeral services will be held from the late home at Hancock Saturday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with continued services following in Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 26, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kern, Emma A.

Emma A., widow of Charles V. Kern, died last night at her home, 1030 North Tenth St., aged 75 years. Death followed an illness of six weeks. She was the daughter of the late Isaac and Caroline (Manmiller) Hafer, was a member of St. Paul's Evangelical Congregational Church and of Indianola Council, Daughters of Pocahontas.

Surviving are three sons, Harry F., this city; John C. Washington, D.C., and Paul R., this city; three daughters, Mary C., at home; Edna M., wife of Ralph W. Fasig, and Ivy L., wife of Martin O. Wahl, both of this city; two grandchildren; three brothers, Aaron, of Pricetown; Clinton, of Lorane, and William of Pleasantville.

Funeral on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. from the Cramp Funeral Home, where services will be conducted by the Rev. R.W. Kriebel. Burial in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Kern, George F.

George F. Kern, 49, Worcester, the sexton of Wentz's E. R. Church in Worcester, died yesterday morning at his home. Born in Longswamp, he was a son of the late Tobias and Maggie Kern. He is survived by his wife, Ada (Folk) Kern, a sister, Mae, wife of Luther Herbine, Topton, and a brother, Charles, Kutztown R. 1.

Death notice: (p. 7): Age at death = 49 years, 1 month, 10 days; Buried, Union Cemetery, Maxatawny

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 10, 1952, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kern, Irene M.

Additional survivors not listed in last week's obituary of Irene M. Kern, of South Whiteoak Street, Kutztown, who died April 27 in Berks Heim, is a brother, Kenneth Herman, Kutztown.

Kern, Jacob S.

Jacob S. Kern, a retired draftsman, died Monday in Reading hospital. He was 77 years old and resided at 138 W. Washington St., Fleetwood. He was born in Fleetwood, a son of the late Amanda and Caroline (Schuler) Kern. In former years he was a designer for the old Fleetwood Body Works and was last employed as a draftsman by Fleetwood Craftsmen Inc. Mr. Kern was also widely known as a portrait and amateur photographer. He belonged to the Evangelical United Brethren church of Fleetwood, where he served as a trustee for many years, and to the Fleetwood Camp POS of A. Surviving are his widow, Maggie (Brown) Kern, and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at his late residence on Thursday evening.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 16, 1948, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Kern, Kathryn

Services were held in St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Macungie, Lehigh County, for Kathryn Kern, 85, Allentown, who died Nov. 27 in Phoebe Home, Allentown. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. She was the wife of the Rev. Charles M. Kern. Born in Schuylkill Haven, she was a daughter of the late William and Anna (Killian) Rau. She was a graduate of Hamburg High School; Centanary College for Woman, Hackettstown, N.J.; and Brown University, Providence, R.I. She also attended Lehigh and Kutztown universities. Until retiring in 1985, she was a reading specialist in the Parkland School District, Lehigh County, for 18 years. She was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Macungie, where she served as a former Sunday school teacher. Kern was also a member of the American Association of University Women, and the Humane Society of Allentown. Also surviving are a son, William T. Kern, Clearwater, Fla., and two daughters, Karen (Kern) Powel, Alexandria, Va., and Ann Kern-Mangold, New Tripoli, Lehigh County. There are also four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The Horace W. Schantz Funeral Home, Emmaus, was in charge of arrangements.

Kern, Kathryn

Kern, Marion P. Adcock

Private services were held for Marion P. Adcock Kern, 79, of Perkiomen Avenue, Exeter Township, who died February 4 in St. Joseph Medical Center. She was predeceased by her first husband, Frederick E. Adcock, and by her second husband, Sherman Kern. She was born in Lansdale. Surviving are a son, James Adcock, Bechtelsville; and three daughters: Jenney (Adcock) Boukitab, Reading; Dawn Adcock, Lansdowne, Delaware county; and Frances (Adcock) LaHaise, Bechtelsville. Other survivors include a brother; two sisters; 17 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. The Whelan Schwartz Funeral Home Inc., was in charge of the arrangements.

Kerns, Charles W.

Charles W. Kerns, 88, Muhlenberg Township, died May 27 at 8:10 a.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township, where he had resided since April 2003. He was the husband of Dorothy L. (Dautrich) Kerns. Born in West Leesport, he was a son of the late Harry B. and Jennie (Ohlinger) Kerns. Kerns had been employed for many years as a pipe fitter by Bechtel Power Corp., Limerick, Montgomery County, retiring in 1981. He was a member of Grace (Alsace) United Church of Christ, Hyde Park. Kerns was an Army veteran of World War II, receiving the Purple Heart. He is also survived by a son, Ronald C., Lansdale, Montgomery County. Other survivors include a brother, Jonathan W., Wyomissing, and two sisters, Edna (Kerns) Botch, South Temple, and Annie (Kerns) Borkey, Leesport. There is also one granddaughter. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Alsace Cemetery, Hyde Park.

Kerns, Eve

Kerns - In Bridgeport, January 4th, Eve, widow of Andrew Kerns, aged 82 years, 4 months and 28 days.

Kerr, Agnes

Agnes Kerr, 75, of 1026 Franklin St., died this morning in the St. Joseph Hospital where she had been a patient since August 8. The wife of John S. Kerr, she was born in Berks County, a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Steffy) Remp. Mrs. Kerr was a forelady in the Leininger Hosiery Mills, Mohnton, for 36 years, retiring in 1969. Surviving in addition to her husband, is one brother John J. Remp, Tamaqua, and two sisters Sadie, widow of Paul Becker, Reading, and Alice, widow of Hugh Weisander, Cleveland, Ohio. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Theo C. Auman Inc. [sic] with the Rev. George Hein officiating. Burial will be in Moravian Cemetery, Hope, N.J.

Kerr, Ilona M.

Among the local survivors of Ilona M. (Iwanyszyn) Kerr, 40, of Shillington, who died of natural causes April 30 in Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, is her mother, Gloria M. (Klein) Iwanyszyn, Leesport, and two brothers, John M. Iwanyszyn and Stephen R. Iwanyszyn, both of Mohrsville.

Kerrigan, John J.

John J. Kerrigan, 86, of Quakertown (Milford Township), died Monday, Nov. 4, 2002 at St. Luke's Bethlehem Hospital. A funeral mass was held Nov. 11. Interment was in St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont. He was the husband of Millicent Kerrigan for 43 years. Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late John and Anna (Dooner) Kerrigan. He was a building mechanic for Philadelphia Electric for 20 years before retiring. He was a member of St. Isidore's RC Church, Quakertown. In addition to his wife, he is survived by: two sons, John of Philadelphia and James; three daughters, MaryAnn Hall of Barrington, N.J., Barbara and Kathleen; one sister, Marie of Warminster; 16 grandchildren. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.

Kerrigan, Millicent S. Shade

Millicent S. Shade Kerrigan, 90, of Milford Township, previously of Philadelphia, died Saturday, Nov. 16, 2002 at St. Luke's Quakertown Hospital. A funeral mass will be held Friday, Nov. 22, 2002 at 10 a.m. at St. Isidore' s RC Church, Quakertown. Interment will be in St. John Neumann Cemetery, Chalfont. She was the wife of the late John Kerrigan, Sr. She was born in Philadelphia. She was a graduate of Temple University where she obtained a degree in pharmacy. She was a member of St. Isidore's RC Church, Quakertown. She is survived by: one step-son, John Jr. of Philadelphia and two grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Alfred Shade. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home.

Kerschner, Catherine

Kerschner - In Upper Tulpehocken, September 1st, Mrs. Catharine Kerschner, widow of the late John Kerschner, aged 77 years, 4 months and 10 days.

Kerschner, Franklin George

Kerschner -- In Perry, Feb. 4th, Franklin George, son of Aspen H. and Messita Kerschner, aged 1 year, 10 months and 28 days.

Kershner, Esther I.

Esther I. Kershner, 92, formerly of Shoemakersville, died May 19 at 8:15 p.m. in the Montgomery County Geriatric & Rehabilitation Center, Upper Providence Township. Her husband, Harold R. Kershner, died Oct. 17, 1989. Born in Shoemakersville, she was a daughter of the late Alvin S. and Bertha O. (Heffner) Stetzler. Kershner was employed as a sewing machine operator by the Wolfe Underwear Co., Shoemakersville, until her retirement. She was a member of St. Luke's Church, Shoemakersville. Surviving are two sons, James R., Gilbertsville, and David R., Bethel. Other survivors include four grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Luke's Church. Burial will be in St. Luke's Cemetery, Perry Township. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Kershner, George A.

In this city, on the 29st ult., George A. Kershner, aged 38 years 5 months and 8 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from his late residence, 527 N 8th St, on Friday morning at 10:30 at the house. Will leave on 12:22 P. & R. train to Hamburg, where further services and Interment will take place.

Kershner, Glenn Alan

Services will be held April 9, 10:30 a.m., in Zion's United Church of Christ, Perry Township, for Glenn Alan Kershner, 55, of Shoemakersville, who died of natural causes April 5 in Reading Hospital where he had been a patient two days. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Born in Windsor Township, he was a son of Erma A. (Fritz) Kershner, with whom he resided, and the late Alvin C. Kershner. Last working April 3, he was employed as a quartermaster by the Pennsylvania State Police, Kenhorst, for 28 years. He also was employed as a security guard by the Patt Garrett Amphitheater, Strausstown. Kershner was the emergency management coordinator for Shoemakersville Borough. He was a 1965 graduate of Hamburg Area High School. Kershner was a life member of the Shoemakersville Fire Company, where he was captain of the fire police, a former trustee and president of the auxiliary. He was a former colorguard instructor for the Junior Buccaneers Drum and Bugle Corps, Hamburg. Also surviving are two daughters, Kimberly A. (Kershner) Boyer, Maidencreek Township, and Kelly A. (Kershner) Clark, Perry Township; and a stepdaughter, Angela R. (Jeffrey) Waters, Leesport. There are also four grandchildren and three stepgrandchildren. Other survivors include a half brother, Paul Kershner, Windsor Township; and two half sisters, Grace (Kershner) Leibensperger, Windsor Township, and Jean (Kershner) Rhoads, Tilden Township. The Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Kershner, Paul S.

Services were held in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Paul S. Kershner, of South Laurel Street, Kutztown, who was dead on arrival March 29 in Reading Hospital. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown. He was the husband of Lillian C. (Zimmerman) Kershner. Born in Greenwich Township, he was a son of the late Harry J. and Jennie (Seip) Kershner. Until retiring in 1979, he was employed as a service technician by Suburban Gas Co., Lenhartsville, for 37 years. He was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. Kershner was a World War II Army veteran. Also surviving is a son, Erick P. Kershner, Mount Joy, Lancaster County, and two granddaughters. Other survivors include two brothers, Norman Kershner, Kempton, and Richard Kershner, Hamburg; and three sisters: Verna (Kershner) Heffner, Reading; Anna (Kershner) Hemerly, Hamburg; and Effie (Kershner) Wagner, Shoemakersville.

Kershner, Rea S.

Services will be held Aug. 13, 12:30 p.m., in Trinity Bible Fellowship Church, Blandon, for Rea S. Kershner, of Main Street, Mohrsville, who died Aug. 9 in ManorCare Health Services, Muhlenberg Township where she had been a patient since May 9. Burial will be in St. John's (Gernants) Cemetery, Ontelaunee Township. She was predeceased by her husband, John L. Kershner, who died Jan. 14, 1975. Born in Perry Township, she was a daughter of the late Thomas R. and Mary A. (Cronrath) Rausch. She was a 1938 graduate of Perry High School. Kershner was a member of Trinity Bible Fellowship Church. She was also a past president of the Women's Guild of St. John's (Gernant's) United Church of Christ, Ontelaunee Township. Surviving are a son, Gerald L. Kershner, Lititz, Lancaster County, and two daughters, Marilyn E. (Kershner) Kerschner, Mohrsville, and Susan K. (Kershner) Brummer, Gettysburg, Adams County. There are also seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The Leibensperger Funeral Home, Centerport, is in charge of arrangements.

Kessler, Roy

Pottsville, July 28.--Roy Kessler, 40, of Orwin, in Western Schuylkill county, died at the State Hospital at Fountain Springs of injuries received at the East Brookside colliery on July 14. He was cutting coal when the face of the breast suddenly pushed out and struck him before he had opportunity to seek a place of safety.

The miner was injured about the head and back. For 29 years he was employed as a contact miner, most of that time working in the mines of the P. & R. Coal and: Iron Company.

Ketterer, Helena

Helena, wife of George W. Ketterer, died last evening at 7 o'clock at her home, No. 237 Law street, aged 44 years, 4 months and 9 days. On Hallowe'en she saw the parade and contracted a cold which caused her death. Her husband and several children survive. The family came originally from Mertztown where interment will be made. The time of the funeral will be announced tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 9, 1906, p. 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

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Kaag, Charles G.

Kaag, Charles G.

Kade, Mildred M.

Kaelen, Gottfried

Kaelen, Mamie

Kaelen, Mamie

Kahl, DeLoss

Kahler, Harry Evans

Kahs, Child of Wm.

Kaiser, William

Kalb, Solomon

Kalbach, Adam

Kalbach, Agnes

Kalbach, Daniel

Kalbach, Elizabeth

Kalbach, Ellen

Kalbach, Emma Alice

Kalbach, Isaac

Kalbach, John

Kalbach, John George

Kalbach, Sarah

Kalbach, Sarah (nee Wenrich)

Kalbach, Susan (nee Lauck)

Kaley, Daniel L.

Kalke, Arlene Arlene Grace Becker

Kallahan, Daniel

Kamp, George

Kanntner, Catharine (nee Hiester)

Kanterman, Carrie Ann A.

Kantner, Catharine (nee Hiester)

Kantner, Hannah

Kantner, Joseph J.

Kantner, Magdalena

Kantner, Peter

Kappenstein, Ernest E.

Karwowski, Richard S.

Kase, Caroline

Kast, Martha Ella (nee March)

Kauffman, Charles A.

Kauffman, Charles A.

Kauffman, Charles A.

Kauffman, Daniel

Kauffman, Daniel Calvin

Kauffman, Earl E.

Kauffman, Esther (nee Haak)

Kauffman, Fern M.

Kauffman, John

Kauffman, Kent K.

Kauffman, Lillian (nee Long)

Kauffman, Lilly Valeria

Kauffman, Mabel E.

Kauffman, Minnie

Kauffman, Norman L.

Kauffman, Norman L.

Kauffman, Rebecca L.

Kauffman, Priscilla

Kaufman, Adam

Kaufman, Amos

Kaufman, Bruce F.

Kaufman, Charles

Kaufman, Ellenora

Kaufman, Evelyn M.

Kaufmann, Helen A.

Kaufmann, Johanna

Kaufman, Judith (nee Schnebel)

Kaufman, Laura Jane

Kaufman, Levi

Kaufman, Nora L.

Kaufman, Rebecca

Kaufman, Sally

Kaufman, Sarah Susanna (nee Holtzman)

Kaufmann, Shirley K.

Kaufman, Wm.

Kautzman, Margaret

Kavanaugh, Infant

Kazmierczak, Agnes

Keck, George

Keck, Mary

Keck, Sallie