Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - S

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Sabol, George A.

Arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home in East Greenville for George A. Sabol, 63 of Hoffmansville Road, in Upper Hanover, who died February 22 in the Grand View Hospital in West Rockhill, Bucks County. He was the husband of Katherine M. (Burkhart) Sabol.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 4, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sabold, Walter E.

Walter E. Sabold, 80, of 210 E. Ninth St., Shoemakersville, died Wednesday morning in Kutztown Manor Inc., where he had lived since Jan. 16. Born in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Earl E. and H. Marie Wolfe Sabold. He was a 1940 graduate of Perry High School. He was an Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, and served in the corps and the Air Force for 20 years. He was employed for many years by the Shoemakersville Sewerage Plant, and later employed for 14 years as a motor repairman by Reading Electric Co., retiring in 1984. He was a member and former Sunday school teacher at St. Luke's Church, Shoemakersville, former quartermaster of Kunkel-Woerner Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8425, Shoemakersville, and secretary-treasurer of the Citizens Memorial Committee, Shoemakersville. There are no immediate survivors. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in St. Luke's Cemetery, Perry Township, Berks County.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, March 8, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Sackman, Charles

Charles Sackman, 75, of Quakertown, died Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2002 at St. Luke 's Bethlehem, Fountain Hill, Lehigh Co. A memorial service was held at the convenience of the family. He was the husband of Frances A. (Kaszycki) Stone Sackman for 28 years. Born in Union City, Hudson Co., New Jersey, he was a son of the late Louis and Anastatia (Durnin) Sackman. He was a warehouse supervisor for the former Hardees Warehouse, Quakertown, for over 10 years before retiring in 1992. Previously, he was a quality control tester for the former Kehlsman Motors Co., Dublin, for over 15 years and a truck driver for the former Quakertown Brick & Tile Co. for a number of years. He served with the U.S. Marines during WWII and the Korean War. He was a member of the Wallace Willard Keller American Legion, Quakertown. In addition to his wife, he is survived by: one son, Robert G. Stone of Quakertown; two granddaughters. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, December 12, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sacks, Laura (nee Reppert)

Laura, wife of Clinton A. Sacks, died at 7.45 a.m. Sunday at her late home in Wydnor, in her 57th year. She was born in Berks county, Feb. 10, 1881, and was a daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth Ettinger Reppert. She was a member of St. Joseph's chapel, Colesville and belonged to the Altar society of St. Joseph's chapel, Sacred Heart hospital auxiliary, member of the Third Order of St. Francis and a member of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Se-Wy-Co fire company at Wydnor. The survivors are her husband, Clinton Sacks, one son, Russell D. Sacks, Seidersville, one brother, James Reppert, Reading, three sisters, Mrs. Anna Marie Walter, Allentown, Mrs. Diana Fink, Allentown, Mrs. Sania Gale, Philadelphia, four grandchildren. Funeral at 9.45 a.m. Wednesday from her late home. High mass in St. Joseph's chapel at 10 a.m. Burial in Limeport cemetery.

Death notice (p. 21, Nov 9): Age at death = 56 years, 7 months, 27 days

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 8, 1937, p. 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sailer, Dorothy P.H.S.

Dorothy P. Herber Sunday Sailer, 86, formerly of Shoemakersville, died May 9 at 3 a.m. in the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had resided since August 2002. She was predeceased by her first husband, Lester J. Herber, on April 19, 1966; by her second husband, George W. Sunday, on Dec. 6, 1981; and by her third husband, Harvey W. Sailer, on Dec. 7, 2001. Born in Hamburg, she was a daughter of the late George W. and Jennie S. (Wessner) Reppert. Sailer was employed as a sewing-machine operator by the Hamburg Knitting Mills and was last employed as a self-employed cleaning lady until her retirement. She was a member of Zion's United Church of Christ, Perry Township. Sailer was an assistant pianist for the Shoemakersville Senior Citizens. Surviving are a son, Dennis L. Herber, Perry Township; and a daughter, Jean K. (Herber) Kamp Spease, Hamburg. Other survivors include a brother, Arlan L. Reppert, Hamburg. There are also three grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Services will be private. Burial will be in Frieden's Cemetery, Lenhartsville. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 10, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Sailer, Emma B.

Services were held for Emma B. (Mauger) Sailer, 100, of Brookside Avenue, Pottstown, widow of Milton B. Sailer, who died March 22 at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Pine Forge, she was a homemaker and a former member of the Schuylkill Chapter Eastern Star. Along with her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Doris Mae Garlick. Burial was in Alsace Cemetery, Reading. The Catagnus Funeral Home, Pottstown, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 27, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Saint Bonnet, John

Salamone, Nedra J.

Services will be held April 13 for Nedra J. Salamone, 73, of Holly Drive, Exeter Township, who died April 1 in Manor-Care Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg. She had resided there since December 30. Born in Reading, she was employed for more than 20 years as a travel agent by Roamer Tours, Reading, retiring in 1991. She was a 1947 graduate of Reading High School. Salamone was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. Surviving are a son, Bradley J., Reading; and a daughter, Sheree L. (Salamone) Wysocki, Woodbine, Md. Other survivors include two grandchildren. Services will be April 13 at 3 p.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

[Source: Southern Berks News, April 9, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sallada, F.L.

Dr. F.L. Sallada, one of the best-known men in the county where he lived, died late Sunday night from the effects of an overdose of morphine, taken to alleviate pain, at his residence, in Womelsdorf, Berks County, Penn., aged fifty-three years. Dr. Sallada was an artist and poet, and many of his efforts have been printed from time to time in the local newspapers.

[Source: New York Times, October 26, 1897. Submitted by Nancy.]

Sallade, J. Henry

Last Thursday afternoon a shocking accident occurred on the railroad between Kutztown and Topton. J. Henry Sallade, a student at the Normal School, as had been a custom of his jumped off and on the train which had more cars than usual, being filled with people returning from the fair. The young man had frequently been warned of the danger he underwent but he kept up the practice. The train stops a number of times at flag stations or crossings and it was while such a short stop was made that young Sallade met with his fate. He ran ahead on the track when one of his feet caught in the frog at a switch. Before he could extricate himself or be noticed by the trainmen the wheels were upon him. Both legs were crushed below the knees and his body pushed and rolled some distance before he was noticed. The young man was quickly taken up and later removed to the Reading Hospital. His injuries were, however, so serious as to cause death about ten o'clock that evening. Deceased was 18 years old and a son of W. H. Sallade, Deputy Treasurer of Berks county, and who resides at Topton. A number of people were witnesses of the tragedy. A sister of the young man, also a student at the Normal, was on the train and was almost overcome by the shock. When found on the track in his pitiable condition, young Sallade, who was conscious, said to the baggage master, “Oh, Benj, if I only had followed your advice!” It was a sad sight and close of a promising life.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 26, 1895, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Saltzer, Henry

Womelsdorf. Aug. 5 (Special). The funeral of Henry Saltzer took lace from his residence, in Newmanstown. Services were conducted at the home by Rev. E. Richard Acker. Interment was made on Elias Church Cemetery. The floral tributes were: Dahlias, Son Irvin and family; gladiolus, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Hoffer; gladiolus, Daughter Edna and family; gladiolus, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ebler; mixed spray, Mr. and Mrs. John Ebler; wreath of roses, Daughter Jennie and family; hand bouquet, grandchildren, Ruth and Samuel; gladiolus and palms, Friend Sonny; gladiolus and palms, Daughter Annie and family; gladiolus, Brother William and family; roses and carnations, Betty and Samuel; roses, Son Henry. Funeral Director F.D. Arnold had charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 5, 1929. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Sames, Grace M.

Grace M. Sames, 85, of Richlandtown, died Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2002 at Valley Manor Nursing Center, Coopersburg. Funeral services were held Dec. 21. Interment was in Richlandtown Union Cemetery, Richlandtown. She was the wife of C. Stanley Sames for 47 years. Born in Richlandtown, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Carrie (Lewis) Ernie. She assisted her husband in the operation of the Richland Feed Co., Richlandtown, for over 20 years before retiring. She and her husband also worked a farm in Richlandtown for many years. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Richlandtown, and a member of the Richlandtown Fire Co. Auxiliary. She is survived by: two sons, Ronald C. Sames, of Richlandtown, Gerald L. Sames, of Souderton; one daughter, Karlene, of Richlandtown; nine grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren, two step great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by one daughter, Janice. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's UCC, 4 N. Main St., Richlandtown, PA 18955. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, December 26, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Samsel, Betty D. (nee Grofe)

Services will be Thursday for Betty D. (Grofe) Samsel, 82, wife of Raymond E. Samsel, of South Reading Avenue in Colebrookdale, who died February 23 in her home. Born in Morysville, she graduated from Boyertown High School in 1938. She worked for more than 10 years at Mistee Lingerie in Boyertown, retiring in 1972. Samsel was a member of St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church in Boyertown. She was also a member of the Boyertown Lions Club and the Boyertown Service Unit of the Salvation Army. In addition to her husband, she is survived by six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Terrance D. Samsel. Contributions may be made to the church or to the Boyertown Service Unit of the Salvation Army, 409 S. Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 45 N. Reading Ave. in Boyertown, with the Rev. John G. Pearson officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery in Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the Morrell Funeral Home in Boyertown.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 27, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sander, Isaac H.

Isaac H. Sander, a native of Kutztown, died on Saturday morning at Wernersville, Berks county, following a long illness of a complication of ailments. He was aged 84 years and 8 days. Mr. Sander was a son of the late Henry and Lydia Sander. His wife, Mary, nee Pauley, is the only surviving relative. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m., daylight time, at the funeral home of J. J. Schofer and Son, Topton, Rev. J. O. Henry officiating. Interment will be made in Union cemetery, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 22, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sander, Sarah

Sarah, widow of the long deceased William Sander, of Kutztown, died at the home of her daughter, Tillie, widow of the late Rev. William Bieber, of Allentown, on Wednesday at 7.30 a.m., after a few days' illness from complications. Her age was eighty-three years, six months and three days. Deceased, whose maiden name was Heinrich (Henry), was born June 27, 1832, in Rockland township, near Stony Point. On August 17, 1856, she was married to William Sander, a prominent citizen of Kutztown, and lived there until about one year ago, when she was induced to make her home with her widowed daughter in Allentown. For many years the Sanders have been among the prominent resident of Kutztown and deceased was well know. She was the mother of nine children, six sons and three daughters, of whom the following survive: Lillie, widow of Rev. Wm. Bieber, Allentown, with whom she resided for the past year; Emma, wife of Chas. Leiby, of Warwick, N.Y.; William R., of Kutztown, a former mercantile appraiser of Berks county, and Charles F., of Reading, Berks county engineer. The funeral will take place from the late home of deceased on Main street, Kutztown, next Tuesday, January 4, at 1.30 p.m. All the services will be held at the house and interment made at Hope cemetery. The Rev. R. B. Lynch, pastor of Trinity Lutheran church, will officiate and Undertaker Jacob H. Stump has charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 31, 1915, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sanders, Amanda (nee Fritch)

At Kutztown, on the 18th inst., Mrs. Amanda (nee Fritch) Sander, age 79 years 11 months and 13 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of her son-in-law, William E Myers, on Main Street, Kutztown Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 oclock at the house. Further services in Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Interment in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown.

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

Sanders, Enoch

Sanders -- In this city , on the 2d inst., Enoch Sanders, aged 80 years.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 8, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Sanders, Ellen (nee Sassaman)

Sanders--In this city, on the 9th inst., Ellen Sanders, widow of the late Isaac Sanders, aged 69 years, 9 months and 29 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock at her former home, Kutztown, where services and interment will take place.

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

Sanders, Ida D.

Ida D. Sanders, 90, of Avenue B, Glenside, died Saturday morning at Berks Heim Annex, Reading area, where she had been for three weeks. Born in Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late George P. and Cecelia M. Jones Davies. She had been employed as a lunchroom aide by Green Thumb, Reading, and as a sewing machine operator by various manufacturers. She was a member of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Reading. Her husband, Clarence W., died in 1981. Surviving are a son, Preston R., Harrisburg; a brother, Walter Davies, Wyomissing; three sisters, Marguerite Simpkins, Bronx, N.Y., Jane Shultz Burford, Reading, and Frances Jameson, Oxford; 13 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Interment will be in Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading. Whelan-Schwartz Funeral Home Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, July 1, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Sanders, Isaac

Isaac Sanders, a well known citizen of Kutztown, died yesterday morning at the redidence of his son-in-law Solomon S Kindt, 733 Penn Street, aged 66 years. Some four years ago deceased fell from a hay wagon and sustained internal injuries, which terminated in a disease of the kidneys and bladder, causing internal hemorrhage. He leaves a wife, formerly Ellen Sassaman, and nine children-four daughters and five sons.

[Source: Reading Times, October 10, 1885. Submitted by Michelle.]

Sanders, Levi

Levi Sanders, 709 Walnut St., died in St. Josephs Hospital, aged 84 years. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church. Surviving is one daughter Alice, this city. Funeral services Saturday at 3 p.m. at the F.F. Seidel, Inc., funeral chapel. Internment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 21, 1934. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Sanders, Mary A. (nee Pauley)

Mary A., nee Pauley, Sanders, widow of Isaac Sanders, died on Saturday at her late home, 138 Hudson street, Reading, following a short illness. Her death came just two months after that of her husband. She was in her sixty-sixth year. Mrs. Sanders was the daughter of the late Charles and Lucinda, nee Folk, Pauley, and was a native of Rockland township, Berks county. For the past thirty years, she has been a resident of Reading, and prior to that time resided in Topton. There survive to mourn her loss, one daughter, Mrs. Daisy Althouse of Reading, a granddaughter and two brothers, Charles Pauley of Reading and Fred Pauley of Wilkes-Barre. Funeral services will be held from the Schofer Funeral Home at Topton on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o�clock followed by interment in Union cemetery, Topton. Rev. William H. Kline will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 23, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sanders, Melvin W.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Melvin W. Sanders, of East Weis Street, Topton, who died Aug. 14 in Kutztown Manor, where he had resided since July 29. Burial was in New Jerusalem Union Cemetery, Rockland Township. He was the husband of Verdie M. (Behm) Sanders. Born in Rockland Township, he was a son of the late Charles F. and Beulah (Drey) Sanders. Until retiring in 1982, he was employed as a tow motor operator by the Stanley G. Flagg Co. Inc., Stowe, for 26 years. He was previously employed as a laborer by Caloric Corp., Topton, for five years. Sanders was a World War II Army veteran. He was a member of New Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Rockland Township. Also surviving are two sons, Charles M. Sanders, Mohrsville, and Barry W. Sanders, Macungie, Lehigh County, and a daughter, Elaine M. (Sanders) Seip, Mertztown. There are also four grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and four stepgreat-grandchildren. Other survivors include a sister, Arlene (Sanders) Sheetz, Fleetwood, and a brother, Gene W. Sanders, Oley.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, August 28, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sands, Charles

DEATH OF CHAS. SANDS. Word was received here Wednesday evening that Charles SANDS had died in the Phila. Charity Hospital. He was subject to falling fits and had an attack, was sent to the hospital, where blood poisoning resulted, which was the cause of his death. The remains were brought to Boyertown on Thursday, and taken to the home of Augustus BAUMAN, on Second Street, from which place the funeral will take place tomorrow after noon. Services will be held at the house and in the Reformed Church by Rev. J. E. FREEMAN. Burial will follow on Union Cemetery. Deceased was a cigar maker, and had gone to Philadelphia only a week before to work at his trade. He was native of Boyertown, but his parents are both dead, his mother having died about a year ago. He leaves a wife and one daughter aged about ten years. He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Ephraim SANDS of Philadelphia; Morris and Frank, of Boyertown, Edwin, of Gilbertsville; and Mrs. Charles SCHULTZ of Little Oley. Funeral director James G. BRUMBACH has charge of the funeral.

[Source: Berks County Democrat, Boyertown, PA Saturday, June 18, 1904. Submitted by: Betty.]

Sands, Harold I.

A graveside service was held for Harold I. Sands, 77, husband of Thelma U. (Renninger) Sands, of Gilbertsville, who died June 17 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Gabelsville, he worked for 45 years as a laborer at Boyertown Body Works in Boyertown, retiring in 1988. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Sands was a member of St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church of Boyertown. Surviving with his wife of 56 years are three daughters, Cheryl A. Faithful of Douglassville, Phyllis D. Mattern of Mountain, Pa., and Terri Sands; three brothers, Ralph Sands and Linwood Sands, both of Boyertown, and Randell Sands of Tucson, Ariz.; a sister, Emma Youse of Boyertown; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers and a sister. Contributions may be made to the Pottstown Memorial Medical Center Cancer Center Fund, 1600 East High St., Pottstown, PA 19464. The arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home of East Greenville.

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

Sands, Maria

Sands, Paul Amos

Paul Amos, son of Mr. & Mrs. Frank Sands of Morysville, died on Wednesday, of pneumonia, aged 11 months and 16 days. Funeral tomorrow 1 o'clock p.m. at the house. Rev. A. M. Weber will officiate.

[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 21, 1899.]

Sands, Mrs. Samuel

Sandt, Charles E.

Sarge, Alice

Sarge - In Greenwich, February 16th, Alice, daughter of Daniel and Catharine Sarge, aged 3 years, 5 months and 14 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 28, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Sarig, Judith Ann (nee Hieter)

Judith Ann, nee Hieter, wife of Wilson S. Sarig, died Tuesday at her home near Topton, aged 59 years, 3 months and 7 days. She was a daughter of the late Solomon and Esther, nee Scheirer, Hieter, and was born in Richland township, Berks county. She had been ill for the past ten years with diabetes and bedfast for four weeks. Mrs. Sarig is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. Russel Jones, at home; Mrs. Herbert Mest, Mrs. Frank Dunstan and Sylvester Sarig, of Topton. Ten grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters also survive: David and Daniel Hieter, Mrs. Wilson Reimert, Mrs. Oscar Miller and Mrs. Charles Millhouse, of Emaus; Mrs. Albert Adams of Reading; Andrew Hieter, of Topton. The funeral will be held on Saturday at 1.30 o'clock at her late home, followed by continued services in Maxatawny Zion's church, of which she was a member of the Lutheran wing. Rev. George B. Smith and Rev. William F. Dry, both of Kutztown, will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 27, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sarig, Julia

Julia, the 11-year-old daughter of Sylvester and Carrie, nee Rahn, Sarig, of Washington street, Topton, was called in death last evening at 8 oclock at the Allentown hospital, after an illness of a few days. The parents survive. Funeral arrangements had not been completed last night.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 7, 1932, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sarig, Virginia Janet

Virginia Janet, infant daughter of Sylvester and Carrie (Rahn) Sarig, of Washington street, Topton, died of complications on Wednesday night, aged 9 years. The parents and two sisters, Julia and Marie, survive. Funeral services will be held at the home of the parents on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with interment in the Maxatawny Zion church cemetery. Rev. George B. Smith will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 29, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sarig, Wilson S.

Wilson S. Sarig, prominent farmer and school director of Longswamp township, died yesterday morning at 3.50 o�clock from a complication of ailments. He was aged 65 years. Mr. Sarig was born in Berks county, a son of the late Daniel and Catherine, nee Sassaman, Sarig, and lived in that vicinity during his entire life. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Maxatawny Zion�s church, and of the Pioneer Grange, Topton. For the past 12 years he served on the school board of Longswamp township. He was preceded in death four years ago by his wife, Annie, nee Hieder, Sarig. Surviving him are the following children: Mrs. Russell Jones, at home; Sylvester Sarig, Mrs. Frank Dunstan and Herbert Mest, of Topton. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Emmanuel Dietrich, Kutztown R. 3; Mrs. Selina Knittle, Kutztown; Albert Sarig, Bowers; Ellis Sarig, Sheridan, Ind.; Chas. Sarig, Galveston, Ind.; Mrs. Sarah Sheridan, of Philadelphia. The funeral will be held on Tuesday afternoon. At 1.30 there will be short services at his home, near Free Hall, Mertztown R. 2, to be followed by further services in Maxatawny Zion church and interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, November 23, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sassaman, Augustus S.

Ex-Judge A. S. Sassaman, one of the best known citizens of Reading, suffered a paralytic stroke early yesterday morning. A message received by the Morning Call at 11:00 o'clock last night stated that he is not expected to survive until this morning. Sunday evening Judge Sassaman and wife attended church. When they returned he complained of feeling unwell. Later, he called his wife from his bedroom and when she reached there her husband was unconscious. Both sides were affected.

Augustus S. Sassaman was born in Douglass township, Berks County, February 7, 1834. He graduated from Dickinson College in 1855 and for a term fitted the chair of Natural science in the same Institution. While teaching he began the study of Law and the late A. H. Dill, who was a member of the State Senate and in 1878 the Democratic Candidate for Governor of Pennsylvania. He was admitted to the bar at Lewisburg in 1863. At the instance of some the friends, of his wife, who was a Miss DeFurk of Amith, Berks county, he returned to his native county where he soon acquired a large and lucrative law practice. He continued in the active duties of his profession until 1874, when he was elected Additional Law Judge of the courts of Berks County and served a term of ten years from January 2, 1876 until January 4, 1886. Upon his retirement from the bench, Judge Sassaman returned to the practice of law with his son Edwin, which he stayed until the time of his death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 17, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sassaman, Augustus S.

Yesterday, the Morning Call made reference to the serious Illness of ex-Judge Sassaman of Reading. The venerable jurist died at 1:30 p.m. yesterday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 18, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sassaman, David N.

Sassaman, Mrs. Samuel

Sassaman, Sophia

Sattade, J. Henry

J. Henry Sattade (Saltade), of Topton, yesterday had his legs cut off by the Kutztown Flyer at Hinterleiter's between Kutztown and Topton, between 4 and 5 p.m. The Flyer was making extra trips to Topton on account of the Fair. Sattade was taken to the Reading Hospital and died there at 9:30 last evening. His father was employed as clerk in the Treasurer's office at Harrisburg.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 10, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]

Sauder, John W.

Services were held in the Church of God in Christ - Mennonite, for John W. Sauder, of Dryville Road, Richmond Township, who died of natural causes March 26 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since March 14. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. He was the husband of Lillian B. (Snyder) Sauder. Born in Richmond Township, he was a son of the late Amos and Alma (Weaver) Sauder. Last working a year ago, he was part owner of Weaver's Sales & Rental, Bowers, for several years. He was member of the Church of God in Christ - Mennonite, Richmond Township. Also surviving are two daughters, Darlene S. Sauder and Dianne S. Sauder, and three sons: Lewis S. Sauder, John I Sauder and Kenneth S. Sauder, all at home. There is also a foster daughter, Siarra M. Gracia, at home. Other survivors include four brothers: Mahlon Sauder, Kutztown; Ivan Sauder, Shiloh, Ohio; Paul Sauder, Mertztown; and Noah Sauder, Loysville, Perry County; and three sisters: Mabel (Sauder) Zimmerman, Leroy, Minn.; and Ruth Sauder and Esther (Sauder) Burkholder, both of Fleetwood. The Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, April 3, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sauer, Barbara

Sauer - Near Millersburg, on May 24th, Barbara, widow of Jacob Sauer, aged 88 years, 5 months and 24 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 15, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]

Savage, A.D.

Savage, Caroline Rebecca

In Upper Bern, on January 5th, Caroline Rebecca, daughter of Charles and Lydia Savage, aged 14 years 1 month and 29 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 19, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]

Savage, Charlotte Kerst (nee Mohr)

SAVAGE-In Talladega, Ala, on Dec. 4th, Charlotte K Savage, widow of George W Savage, [East Coventry] aged 76 years.

[Source: The Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday, December 9, 1902. Submitted by Diana.]

Savage, Charlotte Kerst (nee Mohr)

The body of Mrs. Charlotte K. Savage, who died at Talladega, Ala., on Thursday, reached Pottstown on Saturday evening, via the Pennsylvania Railroad. Her remains were accompanied by her son-in-law and daughter, Dr. and Mrs. D.S. Lightcap, and the funeral will take place on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from her late residence, No 541 North Charlotte Street. All services at the house and burial in Mt. Zion Cemetery. She was a sister to Raymond Moore, of Birdsoro; Mrs. Mary Lacey, of Portland, Ore., and Mrs. Harriet, widow of Thomas Francis, Pottstown. She was the mother of Wm. Savage, of Lawrence, Kan.; Mrs. D.S. Lightcap, of Talladega, Ala., and the late Mrs. Clara Landis, of this borough. She leaves four grandchildren - Maud Savage, of Lawrence, Kan.; Edgar S Lightcap, of Talladega, Ala., and Walter S and Lottie Landis, this borough. Mrs. Savage went south expecting to spend the winter with her daughter, but passed away after a stay of only three weeks at Talladega. Mr. Lightcap has not been in Pottstown for twenty years, although born and reared here. He is a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Lightcap. He learned the trade of machinist and twenty years ago emigrated with his wife to Kansas, but in a short time he moved to Alabama. He became interested in dental surgery and mastered it, opening a dental office in Talladega, where he was won a fine and lucrative practice. His brother, Samuel, also a Pottstown boy, is located in the same profession in Mobile, Ala.

[Source: The Montgomery Ledger, Tuesday December 16, 1902. Submitted by Diana.]

NOTE: Charlotte K SAVAGE was daughter of Elias N MOHR and Mary B KERST of Union Twp., Berks Co. She was born 3/19/1828 in Union Twp. She located to Pottstown after her husband, George W SAVAGE died. She is buried in Mt Zion Cemetery, outside Pottstown, with her daughter Clara SAVAGE and son-in-law Daniel LANDIS. She is this conributor's gr2grandmother. Daniel LANDIS and wife Clara SAVAGE are grgrandparents.

Savage, Jos.

Savage - In Upper Bern, March 26th, Jos. Savage, widower of Mary Magdaline Stahl, aged 78 years, 10 months and 13 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 12, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]

Savage, Levi

Third Brother Meets a Violent Death. Injuries of Levi Savage Prove Fatal. Was Squeezed between Elevator and Door at Reading Hardware Works.

Levi Savage, aged 68 years, of Glenside, died at the Homeopathic Hospital at 6:30 p.m. Monday as the result of injuries received at the plant of the Reading Hardware Works.

About 7:15 o'clock Monday morning, while Mr. Savage, who was a truckman, was unloading a truck from the elevator on one of the upper floors, the elevator suddenly started going upward. Instead of remaining on the car Mr. Savage tried to jump off, and in doing so was caught between the elevator and the gate and badly squeezed. Fellow workmen who heard his cries stopped the car.

The Reading Hose ambulance rushed the injured man to the Homeopathic Hospital. His injuries, though painful, were not considered serious. A careful examination revealed that he was injured about the chest, besides sustaining lacerations of the face. It is supposed that death resulted from an internal hemorrhage which developed later.

Coroner Wagner was notified and will investigate the case. Undertaker Lutz removed the body to Auman's morgue.

Mr. Savage was the son of the late Levi and Sophia Savage. He was a native of Reading and was employed at the Reading Hardware Works for seven years. Prior to this he was for 20 years yard boss at Mellert's foundry.

Deceased was a widower, his wife having died six years ago. He is survived by two adopted children, Elmer Savage, 1752 Cotton street, and Mrs. George W. Heist, of Glenside. Mr. Savage resided at the home of the latter, but owing to a nephew, George Whitman, at Glenside, having diphtheria, the remains will be removed to the home of his son Elmer for burial. Mrs. Frank Swimler, of this city, is a sister.

Two brothers of deceased also met with accidental deaths, Albert being killed about 35 years ago in an elevator accident at the Reading Stove Works, and George was killed on the railroad at South street 30 years ago. Mr. Savage was a member of the Methodist Church.

Coroner Wagner stated to the Eagle that he would probably issue a certificate of death due to shock and internal hemorrhages. He viewed the body and does not think an inquest necessary.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, January 16, 1912. Submitted by Nancy.]

Savage, Levi

The funeral of Levi Savage, who died from injuries received at the Reading Hardware Company's plant, took place today from the residence of his son, Elmer Savage, 1753 Cotton street. Rev. J. Addison Kutz held services at the house. The remains were attired in a black suit with patent leather slippers and lay in a black cloth-covered casket, with extension bar handles and silver plate bearing name and age. Interment was made in Aulenbach's Cemetery. Undertaker Lutz had charge.

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

Savage, Lillie R.

Lillie R. Savage, 92, died Tuesday afternoon at 5:30 in her residence at 221 Island St., Hamburg. She was the widow of Earl S. Savage who died in November 1981. Born in Upper Bern Twp., she was a daughter of the late John and Mary E. (Rentschler) Kauffman. She was a member of St. Michael's Lutheran Church, Tilden Twp. Surviving are three sisters: Esther, wife of Howard Ernst, Mamie, widow of Oliver Hafer, both of Edenberg, and Sallie, widow of Calvin Hafer, Hamburg. Also several nieces and nephews.

[Source: Reading Eagle, 18 Jul 1990. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Sawyer Sr., Richard E.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Richard E. Sawyer Sr., of Lyons Road, Rockland Township, who died April 30 shortly after arrival in Lehigh Valley Hospital. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Dryville. He was predeceased by his wife, Gladys I. (Mengel) Sawyer, who died April 12, 1988. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Harry J. and Helen M. (Arndt) Sawyer. Until retiring in 1987, he was employed as a welder by Caloric Corp., Topton, for more than 30 years. He was a World War II Navy veteran. Surviving are two daughters, Patricia A. (Sawyer) Christ, Kempton, and Linda D. (Sawyer) Pauley, Kutztown; and three sons: Richard E. Sawyer Jr., Shinglehouse, McKean County; Dennis J. Sawyer, Orefield, Lehigh County; and Thomas J. Sawyer, at home. There are also 10 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Mildred R. (Sawyer) Miller, Lynnport, Lehigh County, and Thelma E. (Sawyer) Cox, Breinigsville, Lehigh County. He was predeceased by a son, Gary L. Sawyer, who died in 1969.

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

Saylor, Mrs. John G.

Saylor, Josephine A.

Josephine A. Saylor, 77, of 303 Spring Valley Road, Laureldale, died Monday at her home. Born in Tower City, she was a daughter of the late Anthony and Anna Sherack Lodish. She was a member of Holy Guardian Angels' Roman Catholic Church, Hyde Park, a member for 30 years and a former president of the main auxiliary of St. Joseph's Hospital, where she also served on the women's board. Her husband, Jean B., died in 1973. Surviving are a daughter, Nancy S. Gregory, Winchester, Va.; four brothers, Walter Lodish, Houston, Texas, Joseph Lodish, Lititz, and John and George Lodish, both of Tower City; seven sisters, Julia Boczar, Temple, Mary Jacoby, Las Vegas, Nev., Helene Richards, Jacksonville, Fla., Stella Lodish, Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, Carol Reiner, Fairfax, Va., and Corene Daub and Kathleen Reed, both of Tower City; two grandsons. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in Holy Guardian Angels' Roman Catholic Church, Hyde Park. Interment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery. Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, January 15, 1997. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Saylor, Sanford H.

Scanlan, James

Schade, Mrs. Benjamin

Bernville: Rev. Isaac Hess officiated at the funeral of Mrs. Benj. Schade.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, January 2, 1893. Submitted by Peggy.]

Schade, Fern L.

Fern L. Schade, 87, Bernville, died Aug. 8 at 7:25 a.m. in Berks Heim, where she had resided two days. Her husband, John M. Schade, died in 1966. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Charles E. and Daisy (Reichert) Stoudt. Schade was a member of Friedens Lutheran Church, Bernville. Surviving are two sons, Robert J., Centerport, and William C., Shoemakersville. Other survivors include a brother, Charles Stoudt, Boyertown; and two sisters, Jane (Stoudt) Longenecker, Wyomissing, and Ruth (Stoudt) Hoy, Greenfields. There are also three grandchildren and a great-grandson. Memorial services will be Sunday at 1 p.m. in Friedens Lutheran Church. Burial will be private in Haag's Cemetery, Bernville. The Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, is in charge of arrangements.

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

Schade, William D.

Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for William D. Schade, 89, formerly of Shartlesville Road, Upper Tulpehocken Township, who died July 6 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since June 26. He was taken to the hospital from the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township. Burial was in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township. He was predeceased by his wife, Bella E. (Rhine) Schade, who died Aug. 27, 2000. Born in Centre Township, he was a son of the late Jacob F. and Lillie (Stamm) Schade. Until retiring in 1979, he was employed as a machinist by Rockwell Industries, Wyomissing, for 13 years. He was previously employed as a full-fashion knitter for Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing, for 26 years. Schade was a World War II Navy veteran. He was a member of St. Thomas United Church of Christ, Bernville. Surviving are two sons, Stanley W. Schade, Coatesville, Chester County,and Marvin L. Schade, Lewisburg, Union County. There are also five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, July 16, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schadler, Annie E. (nee Boyer)

Annie E., nee Boyer, widow of Nicholas Schadler, died at her home at Kutztown at 9:07 a.m. yesterday following a long illness. She was in her 69th year. Born March 27, 1869, a daughter of John and Amanda (Yoder) Boyer, she had lived at Kutztown for many years. She was a member of the Longswamp church. Surviving children, including several by a former marriage, are George and Melvin Schadler and Sealous Fisher, at home; Lloyd Brensinger, Kansas; Charles Brensinger, Allentown; Flora, wife of John Wagner, Emaus, and Norman, Edna T. and Paul Schadler, Kutztown. She is also survived by 24 grandchildren and one great-grandson; two sisters, Bertha, wife of Harry Stufflet, and Mary, wife of George Rue, both of Bethlehem, and one brother, Fred Boyer, Topton. Funeral services will be held at her late home, 93 Noble St., Kutztown, on Sunday at 3:30 p.m., followed by further services and interment at the Longswamp church. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate. Friends are invited to call at the home on Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 25, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schadler, Katherine H.

A combined funeral service was held for Katherine H. (Light) Schadler, 20, and her husband Kerry R. Schadler, 21, of North Charlotte Street, Pottstown who died November 22. She was born in Reading, and was a daughter of Clarence E. Lawson Jr. of West Palm Beach, Fla., and Elizabeth A. (Light) Richard of Reading. She graduated from Exeter High School in 1999 and was a sales clerk for the past month at Claire's Boutique in the Coventry Mall in North Coventry. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a stepmother; Jennifer R. Lawson of West Palm Beach, Fla.; maternal grandparents Helene B. (Noll) Light of Sinking Spring and Bruce H. Light of Sinking Spring; paternal grandparents Rita (Murdic) Lawson of Shillington and Clarence E. Lawson Sr., Groose Creek, S.C.; a half-sister and a half-brother. Kerry R. Schadler, was formerly of Oley and attended Oley Valley High School. Born in Reading, he was a son of Terry R. Schadler of Douglass (Mont.), and Karen L. (Williams) Loop of Tilden Township, Berks County. He was employed as a laborer at Rockland Industries of Boyertown. Surviving along with his parents are a stepfather, Lloyd D. Loop Sr. of Tilden; a maternal grandmother, Mary Jane (Seigfried) Williams of Maidencreek, Berks County; paternal grandparents, Jackie C. and Mildred E. (Smith) Schadler of Lyon Station; a son, Zachary T. Levan of Hereford; a sister; two stepsisters; and two stepbrothers. Burial was in Zion Moselem Church Cemetery in Richmond. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, handled the arrangements for the couple.

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

Schadler, Kerry R.

Among the local survivors of Kerry R. Schadler, 21, Pottstown, is his mother and stepfather, Lloyd D. Sr. and Karen L. (Williams) Loop, Tilden Township. Schlader and his pregnant wife, Katherine H. (Lawson) Schadler were found murdered in a rural park in East Coventry Township, Chester County, on Nov. 22. Two suspects in the strangulation murders are in custody. Police believe the couple was killed to keep them from talking to police about a series of robberies at pizzerias and restaurants in the Pottstown area.

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

Schadler, Mamie A. (nee Merkel)

Mrs. Mamie A. (Merkel) Schadler, 55, wife of Kutztown Borough Supt. Norman J. Schadler, died last night at her home, 50 S. Maple St., Kutztown. A native of Haafsville, Lehigh County, she was a daughter of the late William and Alice (Schwoyer) Merkel. She was a member of the Reformed wing of Ziegels Church, Weisenberg Township, and the ladies auxiliaries of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and Hoch-Balthaser Post 480, American Legion, Kutztown. Surviving, besides her husband, are three daughters, Dorothy R., wife of Harvey Lesher, and Lucille A., wife of Charles Scheidt, Kutztown, and Nancy G., at home; six sons, Billy N., Fleetwood R. 2, Clair R., Allentown, and Richard C., Ray H., Donald N. P., and Jackie, at home; three sisters, Eva, wife of Alton Geist, and Maude, wife of Paul Printz, Kutztown, and Mabel, wife of Edwin Becker, Leesport R. 2, and seven grandchildren. A daughter and a son preceded her in death. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Fritz and Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 2, 1955, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaeffer, Adam H.

Adam H. Schaeffer Jr., 81, South Heidelberg Township, died April 10 at 1:55 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient 10 days. He was the husband of Helen M. (Kauffman) Schaeffer. Born in Lower Heidelberg Township, he was a son of the late Adam H. Schaeffer Sr. and Louisiana (Gerhart) Schaeffer. Schaeffer was the owner-operator of Grandview Dairy Farm, South Heidelberg Township, retiring in 1996. He was a 1942 graduate of Wernersville High School. Schaeffer was a member of St. John's (Hain's) United Church of Christ, Lower Heidelberg Township, where he was a former consistory member, a deacon and a church trustee. He also coached the church's softball team in the mid-1970s. He was a charter member of the Heidelberg Heritage Society, Wernersville. Schaeffer was a 57-year member of the Gouglersville Grange. He is also survived by a daughter, Mary Ann (Schaeffer) Grubb, South Heidelberg Township; and three sons: Albert W. and David A., both of South Heidelberg Township; and Brian R., Wernersville. Other survivors include a sister, Mary Ann (Schaeffer) Miller, South Heidelberg Township. There are also five granddaughters. Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in St. John's (Hain's) UCC. Burial will be in Hain's Church Cemetery, Lower Heidelberg Township. Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville, is in charge of arrangements.

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

Schaeffer, Amanda

Amanda, wife of Allen H. Schaeffer, died of convulsions, superinduced by stomach troubles, at 6 p.m. Monday at her residence, 847 Buttonwood, aged 27 years. She was ailing for several years with stomach troubles. Deceased was a daughter of Frank and Rebecca Houck, of Amityville, and besides her parents is survived by her husband; three children, Eddie, Jennie and Helen; also these brothers and sisters: Mrs. Newton Snyder and Ammon Houck, Amityville; Mrs. William Garber, of Birdsboro; Hiram Houck, Boyertown, Deceased was a member of Covenant M.E. Church.

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

Schaeffer, Anna M.

Services were held for Anna May Schaeffer, 104, formerly of Carsonia Avenue, Lower Alsace Township, who died February 20 in Berkshire Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Exeter Township, where she had resided since 1997. Her husband, Robert Schaeffer, died in 1986. Born in Philadelphia, she was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, Reading. There are no immediate survivors. Burial was in Greenmount Cemetery, Philadelphia. The Henninger Funeral Home Inc., Reading, handled the arrangements.

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

Schaeffer, Anna R.

Anna R. Daubenspeck Schaeffer, 90, of the ECC Retirement Village, Myerstown, formerly of Schuylkill Haven, died Tuesday evening at the retirement village. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Carrie Good Reiff. She was employed by various knitting mills in the Schuylkill Haven area. She was a member of the Grace Evangelical Congregational Church, Schuylkill Haven. Her first husband, Harold Daubenspeck, died in 1968, and her second husband, Raymond Schaeffer, died in 1996. Surviving are three sons, Thomas Daubenspeck, Shoreview, Minn., Frederick Daubenspeck, Palmyra, and Robert Daubenspeck, Garner, N.C.; a daughter, Grace Vinglinsky, Port Carbon; a stepson, Alvin Schaeffer, Riverview Park, Berks County; a brother, Theodore Reiff, Florida; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at the convenience of the family from Geschwindt-Stabingas Funeral Home Inc., Schuylkill Haven. The Revs. Ronald Heim and David Reed will officiate. Interment will be in Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, December 18, 1997. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schaeffer, Beatrice A.

Beatrice A Schaeffer, 76, of Bernville R.D. 2, died in Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, Saturday Morning at 3:30, where she had been a patient since July 9.

She was the wife of William P. Schaeffer.

Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Clarence D and Edna M. (Scott) Ringler.

She was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church, Laureldale.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, James A. Mills Sr., Robesonia.

Six daughters; Jeanette, wife of Dale Stuber, Fleetwood; Nancy wife of Kirk Wentzel, Burlington, NJ; Jean, wife of Harold Wise, Rehrersburg; Shirley Wingert, Bethel; Bonnie, wife of Ronald Shirk, Lebanon; and Suzanne Reber, Womelsdorf; 28 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

A step son, John Richard, Rehrersburg, and a step daughter Barbara, wife of Henry Muckel, Bernville R.D.2.

Also a brother, Clarence C. Ringler, Laureldale.

The Hill Funeral Home, Rehrersburg, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 26, 1987. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schaeffer, Bessie

Schuylkill Haven, March 30--Bessie M. Schaeffer, 60, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. Ellen K. Stoudt, 613 West Norwegian St., Pottsville. She was born in Wayne township and resided here for 28 years. She lived in Pottsville five months.

She was a daughter of Caroline (Rhein) and the late Phillip Schaeffer and was a member of Grace Evangelical Church, this place. Surviving are her mother, Mrs. Caroline Schaeffer, Pottsville, and these brothers and sisters: George, Howard, Sallie, wife of Charles Mengel of Summit Station; Robert, of town; Albert, Harry, Illinois; Mrs. Ellen K. Stoudt, of Pottsville; Minnie, wife of Oscar Sweigert, this place.

Funeral Wednesday at 1:30 from the D.M. Bittle Funeral Home here. Further services in Manbeck's Church. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. L.L. Hosan, of Grace Evangelical Church will officiate.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, 30 March 1942. Submitted by Nancy.]

Schaeffer, Beverly A.

Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Beverly A. Schaeffer, 50, Hilltop Court, Hamburg, who died of natural causes Oct. 26 in the Hospice Unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, where she had resided since Oct. 22. She had previously been a patient at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, since Oct. 14. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Doris J. (Hottenstein) Lindenmuth, Hamburg, and the late Robert E. Wolfe. Last working in 1996, she had been employed as a labeler by Ames Distribution, Leesport. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. Also surviving are a daughter, Stacy L. Schaeffer, at home; a brother, Robert E. Wolfe, Jr., Ashland, and two sisters, Jacqueline M. (Wolfe) Schweitzer, Bowmansville, and Robin F. Wolfe, Hamburg. Other survivors include a stepfather, Roy L. Lindenmuth, Hamburg; a stepbrother, Terry L. Lindenmuth, Kutztown; and a stepsister, Gloria S. (Lindenmuth) Heffner, Bern Township.

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

Schaeffer, C. Sylvester

Among the local survivors of C. Sylvester Schaeffer, 85, formerly of Marion Township, who died Feb. 17 in the Evangelical Congregational Church Retirement Village, Myerstown, where he had resided since Feb. 27, 2001, is a son, Jonathan E. Schaeffer, Jefferson Township, and a sister, Edith (Schaeffer) Reifsnyder, Bernville.

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

Schaeffer, Christine

Christine Schaeffer, 36, assistant cook at the Topton Orphans' Home, Topton, died at 8.30 a.m. Monday in the Allentown hospital where she had been a medical patient since April 6. A native of Pottstown where she had resided most of her life, she had been employed at the orphans' institution the past three years. She was a member of the Emmanuel Lutheran church, Pottstown. Surviving are a son, Donald, at the Home; three sisters, Mrs. Raymond Bauer, and Daisy and Pearl Henry, all of Pottstown; a brother, Enoch Henry, in Massachusetts, and two half brothers, James and Wilmer Henry, Pottstown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 21, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaeffer, David

Schaeffer, Emma Rebecca

Schaeffer - In Upper Tulpehocken, December 25th, 1875, Emma Rebecca, daughter of Jacob and Sarah Schaeffer, aged 2 years and 2 days.

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

Schaeffer, Mrs. George (nee Shitz)

When a stroke of paralysis attacked the aged Mrs. George Schaeffer, of town, last Wednesday, there was little hope of her recovering. She gradually sank and on Sunday afternoon at half-past two o'clock, death followed. Mrs. Schaeffer had partly resided in her late home above town since the death of her husband, sleeping in her daughter's, Mrs. Barner's home for some time. She was quite well preserved until the last attack. Deceased was a daughter of Jesse and Anna Shitz. She was born in Rockland township, Berks county, and brought her age to 70 years, 8 months and 28 days. She was the second wife of the late George Schaeffer, a well-known and influential citizen, who preceded her ten years to the spirit world. One daughter, Mrs. David L. Barner, was born until the couple, while Mrs. M. S. Weiler, of Reading, survives as the only child of her husband with his first wife. Deceased also left six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mrs. Schaeffer was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Solomon's church, this place, where burial will be made today (Thursday), the funeral service beginning at the residence of Mr. Barner at half-past nine o'clock. Revs. Reber and Rath will officiate.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 27, 1891, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaeffer, George J.

Schaeffer, George J., husband of Nellie Schaeffer, passed from this world on March 8, 1949, in a Philadelphia hospital after a lingering illness. He was born on Nov. 26, 1898, the son of Mary and August Schaeffer, and at the time of his death he was 50 years, 3 months, and 12 days old. He was a member of Faith E.C. Church, Temple, Pa. He is survived by his widow, parents, and the following children: Catherine, wife of Sylvester Roth; Anna, wife of John Rockel; Sarah, George, Robert, David, Mary, Arthur, and Frederick. Four brothers also survive: Karl, Frederick, Wildemar, and Luther. Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 12, at 11:00 A.M. in the Mertz Funeral Home, and burial was made in Aulenbach Cemetery, Reading, Pa. Richard A. Cattermole

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXV, no. 16, April 19, 1949, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Schaeffer, George S.

George S. Schaeffer, aged seventy-six years, died of apoplexy at Fleetwood, on Tuesday evening. Deceased was a son of the late Daniel and Margaret (nee Zell) Schaeffer. He is survived by these children: Mrs. William Kieffer and Mrs. Hettie Rahn, both of near Fleetwood; John, Kutztown; David, Fleetwood, and Robert, Allentown, besides his widow, Catharine (nee Leibensperger), and these brothers: Nathan, John and William, Fleetwood, and Daniel, Reading. Funeral, Saturday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 2, 1917, p. 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaeffer, Gertrude A.

Gertrude A. Schaeffer, 90, formerly of Mountain Road, Windsor Township, Berks County, died Thursday in Berks Heim, where she had resided since September 1990. Born in Cressona, she was a daughter of the late Gordon and Dorcas Keller Schaeffer. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. She was the last member of her immediate family. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday from Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg. Interment will be in St. Paul's Cemetery, Windsor Township.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, January 19, 1998. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schaeffer, Glenn LaVern

Glenn LaVern, son of John Wm. Schaeffer and wife, Grace K. Balthaser, born June 25, 1932, Bernville, and baptized July 22, 1932, Strausstown by Rev. W. A. Dries. He died December 28, 1932 at the age of 6 months and 3 days and is survived by the parents, also by the grandparents on both the mother's and father's side. He was buried Dec. 30, 1932 with services in the home of Wm. Balthaser, Bernville, and burial in St. Michael's Church cemetery.

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

Schaeffer, Harvey

Schaeffer, Harvey B.

Services were held for Harvey B. "Bud" Schaeffer, 84, of South Reading Avenue in Boyertown, who died November 25 in Pottstown Medical Center. He was the widower of T. Elizabeth (Garber) Schaeffer. Born in Pine Forge, Schaeffer worked as a machinist for the former Dana Corp. in Pottstown for 15 years, retiring in 1983. Schaeffer served in the Marine Corps during World War II. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Boyertown. Also a member of the Friendship Hook and Ladder Co. and the American Legion, both in Boyertown. Surviving are four sons, Dennis B. Schaeffer of Gig Harbor, Wash., Robert C. Schaeffer of Daytona Beach, Fla., Richard K. Schaeffer of Toms River, N.J., and Jeffrey T. Schaeffer of Douglassville; a daughter, Sandy J. Bauman of Boyertown; and seven grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church memorial fund, 45 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, December 5, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schaeffer, Hattie M.

Services and burial were private for Hattie M. Schaeffer, 63, of South Reading Avenue, Boyertown, who died November 4 in St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading. She was the wife of Richard C. Schaeffer. Born in Reading, she worked as a packer for David Crystal for 10 years before retiring in 1988. Before that, she worked for the former Schaeffer and Co. as a winder. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Jeffrey Schaeffer of Muhlenberg; a daughter, Debra Keen of Boyertown. Also a brother and a sister.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, November 14, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schaeffer, Jacob

Jacob Schaeffer, son of William Schaeffer and Mary Haag, born Nov. 16, 1853, in Jefferson Twp., Berks Co., was baptized Feb. 5, 1854, by Rev. Ulrich. He was confirmed May 21, 1871, Altalaha Lutheran Church, Rehrersburg, Pa., by Rev. F. P. Mayser, and was married to Alice McAllister, Feb. 15, 1876. He died on Monday, June 1, 1931, in the home of Oliver Bressler, N. Heidelberg Twp., Berks Co., at the age of 77 years, 6 months and 15 days, and is survived by three sons, three daughters, 12 grand and three great-grand-children, five brothers and two sisters. The funeral was held June 6, with services in the home and Christ, Little Tulpehocken, Church, and burial in old cemetery.

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

Schaeffer, Joel

Joel Schaeffer, one of the oldest residents of Berks county, died at his home, near Bernville, Tuesday, aged 93 years. He became ill several days ago. Prior to that he was considered one of the best preserved men in Eastern Pennsylvania.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 26, 1906, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaeffer, John

Schaeffer, Levi "Cady"

Schaeffer, Lillie

Schaeffer, Mary E.

Funeral services were held for Mary E. Schaeffer, 83, formerly of Marshall Avenue, Stony Creek Mills, who died November 12 in the Tandet Center for Continuuing Care, Stamford, Conn. She was taken to the center from Brighton Gardens Assisted Living in Connecticut. Her husband, J. Donald Schaeffer, died in 1991. Born in Reiffton, she was employed for many years as a clerk by Berks Title Co. and American Bank, Reading office, until her retirement. Schaeffer was a graduate of Mount Penn High School. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church, Stony Creek Mills. Surviving is a son, John W., Ridgefield, Conn. Burial was in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Township. The arrangements were handled by the Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn.

[Source: Southern Berks News, November 20, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schaeffer, Morgan G.

Morgan G. Schaeffer, husband of Tama E. nee Wagner, and son of the late Moses and Elizabeth (Groff) Schaeffer; born March 13, 1858, Jefferson Twp., Berks Co.; was baptized May 22, 1858 by Rev. Jacob D. Zehring. He was confirmed in Christ, Little Tulpehocken Church, March 26, 1875 by Rev. D. D. Trexler, and was married to Tama E. Wagner Nov. 6, 1886 by Rev. A. Johnson Long. He died Sunday, Oct. 2, 1932, aged 74 years, 6 months and 20 days. He is survived by his wife, two sisters, 10 nieces and 7 nephews. He was buried Oct. 8, with services in the home at Bernville and Altalaha Lutheran Church, Rehrersburg, and burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Schaeffer, Morris L.

Fleetwood, Aug. 5 (Special). The funeral of Morris L. Schaeffer was held from his home near here and was largely attended by relatives, friends and neighbors. Short services were held at the house and continued in St. Paul's chapel, this place. Rev. J.B. Landis, of town, officiated. Interment was made on the family plot in Fleetwood cemetery. The arrangements were in charge of Funeral Director W.J. Christ, of town. Members of the Modern Woodmen of the World, No. 525, of Kutztown, attended the funeral in a body and conducted services at the grave. The following were the tributes:

Wreath with carnations, M.W.O.W., No. 525, Kutztown; spray asters, Cora, Austin Freemont and Henry; spray asters, Fleetwood Grange; gladiolus, Fleetwood Chamber of Commerce; casket spray gladiolus, father, brothers and sisters; gladiolus, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Rothermel; hand bouquet, Grandson Lee; asters and snapdragons, Son Charles; pillow of mixed flowers, widow; basket of gladiolus, Daughter Laura; basket of gladiolus, Howard Smith and children, Stella, Helen and Curtis; basket of gladiolus, sister-in-law and family; basket snapdragons and gladiolus, Mr. and Mrs. W.H.S. Lesher and family.

The bearers were Samuel Braucher, William Frederick, Alvin Quinther, Clarence Shollenberger, George Kohler and Daniel Merkel.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 5, 1929. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schaeffer, Richard B.

Among the local survivors of Richard B. Schaeffer, Reading, who died Nov. 15 in Pottstown Medical Center, is a daughter, Kathy L. (Schaeffer) Doerrman, Blandon.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schaeffer, Mrs. Tilghman

Mrs. Tilghman Schaeffer died at her home at Farmington, Maxatawny township, Berks county. Death resulted from old age. She was 71 years old. Mrs. Schaeffer was a member of the Lutheran denomination and leaves her husband, three sons, Harvey and Jeremiah Schaeffer, Allentown, and Oscar Schaeffer, Farmington, and two daughters, Mrs. James Weaknecht, Topton, and Mrs. Moses Botts, Maxatawny.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 28, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaeffer, Walter H.

Walter H. Schaeffer, 63, of 219 Wild Cherry Road, Washington Township, died Wednesday at home. Born in Amity Township, Berks County, he was a son ofthe late Walter H. and Ethel Bachman Schaeffer. He was an Air Force veteran. He was employed as both a truck mechanic and driver for Dana Corp., Reading, for 30 years, retiring in 1994. He was a social member of the Monacacy Fire Department. Surviving are his wife, the former Nancy E. Kulp; a stepdaughter, Michelle Bush, Schuylkill Haven; a sister, June Wright, Douglassville; a brother, Harold, Douglassville; three half sisters, Nancy Dunning, Tucson Ariz., Mae Fox, Pottstown, and Connie Whitehead, Monacacy; a half brother, Donald, New Berlinsville; a granddaughter. Services will be held at noon Monday from Auman Funeral Home, Reading. Interment will follow at Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, May 10, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schaeffer, Wanda R.

Wanda R. Schaeffer, 81, formerly of Blandon, died June 1 at 1:55 p.m. in Kutztown Manor Inc., where she had been a resident since Feb. 28, 2000. Born in Maidencreek Township, she was a daughter of the late Fremont and Katherine M. (Rothermel) Schaeffer. Schaeffer was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood. She was a Navy WAVES veteran of World War II. Schaeffer is survived by a nephew, Glen A., Ruscombmanor Township. Services will be Friday at noon in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Fleetwood Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 2, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schaeffer, William E.

William E. Schaeffer died at his home at 219 Home St., Topton, after a lingering illness. He was 74 years old. Born in Richmond township, Berks county, Mr. Schaeffer was a son of the late Augustus and Amanda, nee Leibensperger, Schaeffer. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Maxatawny Zion church. Surviving are a brother, Thomas L. Schaeffer of Oley, and a sister, Mrs. Hannah Rothermel of Fleetwood. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the Christ funeral home in Fleetwood with regular services at 2:15 p.m. in Maxatawny Zion church. Rev. Franklin Slifer and Rev. Luther Schlenger will officiate. Interment will be in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 24, 1945, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schafer, Mrs. Abraham [Elizabeth] (nee Roth)

Mrs. Abraham Schafer died at twenty minutes to 11 o'clock yesterday morning at the home of her son-in-law, William Killian, No. 122 South Fifth street. Mrs. Schafer had been complaining for over a week. A week ago on Friday, Mr. and Mrs. Schafer closed up their home at No. 229 Water street and went to visit their daughter, Mrs. William Killian. Mrs. Schafer immediately became very sick and was compelled to take to bed. Pleurisy and pneumonia developed, to which she succumbed yesterday. Deceased was 66 years, 4 months and 10 days of age. She was born in North Whitehall township. The following brothers and sisters survive: Harry Roth, of Longswamp; Samuel Roth, of Allentown; Henry Roth, of Mertztown; Emma Roth, of Topton; Mrs. Henry Kramer and Mrs. Aaron Titlow, of Allentown. Deceased was mother of thirteen children, six of whom survive with her husband: Mrs. Daniel Herbwine, East Greenville; Mrs. Milton Snyder, Alburtis; Mrs. Edward Schlechter, Mrs. William Killian, Morris Schafer, of this city, and Theopholis Schafer, of Phillipsburg. A number of grand children also survive. The funeral will be held on Wednesday. Short services will be conducted at 11 a.m. at the home of her son-in-law, William Killian, by Rev. D. A. Medlar. The remains will be taken to Shamrock, where regular services will be held in Salem's United Evangelical Church. Burial in cemetery adjoining.

Death notice: Given name is Elizabeth

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 18, 1898, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaffer, August

Schaffer, Caroline

Died. On the 22nd ult., in Fleetwood, Caroline, wife of Lewis Schaffer, aged 41 years, 11 months and 7 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 9, 1881, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaffer, Charles

Schaffer, Christian

Schaffer, Heinrich

Schaffer, Howard

Schaffer, Jacob

Schaffer, Leonard

Schaffer, Mildred J.

Mildred J. Schaffer, 87, formerly of Reading, died July 22 at 11 a.m. in the Berks Heim Annex, where she had resided since 1998. Her husband, David C. Schaffer, died June 13, 1998. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Mary (Snyder) Noll. Schaffer was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, Reading. She is survived by two daughters, Carol A. (Schaffer) Kline, Cumru Township, and Beverly J. (Schaffer) Texter, Sinking Spring. Other survivors include a sister, Elizabeth (Noll) Freeman, Shillington, and two brothers, James Noll, Kenhorst, and Forest Noll, Reading. There are also four grandchildren and one great-grandson. She was predeceased by a stepson, Richard A. Kramer, in 1946. Services will be private. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Lebanon County. Whelan Schwartz Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 24, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schaffer, Oscar L.

Oscar L. Schaffer, a native of Longswamp who moved to Philadelphia in 1883, and who was a retired cigarmaker, died Monday in the Philadelphia General hospital in his 80th year. He was a son of the late Henry and Elizabeth Schaffer. His wife, Elizabeth, nee Weikel, preceded him in death. He was of the Lutheran faith. Besides a son, Llewellyn, Hazleton; and a grandson, Forrest, he is survived by three brothers, Erwin and James Schaffer, both of Allentown, and William Schaffer, Philadelphia; two sisters, Mrs. Cora Weiler and Mrs. Ella Ott, both of Allentown. Rev. George A. Greiss will officiate at funeral services to be held from the Wonderly funeral home, 1119 Hamilton St., on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment will be made in Fairview cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 29, 1943, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaffer, Oswin Stanley

Schaffer, Paul L.

Paul L. Schaffer, 81, of Richlandtown, died May 29, 2003 in St. Lukes Quakertown Hospital. He was the husband of the late Ella Mae (Frick) Schaffer. Born in Richlandtown, he was the son of the late Raymond W. and Pearl (Fosbenner) Schaffer. He was a pants presser for the former Royal Pants in Perkasie before retiring. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Pleasant Valley where he was a former choir member. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during WWII. He is survived by one sister, Mamie Moyer of Quakertown; one niece; three nephews and one great-nephew. Services were private. Memorial contributions can be made to the church. Arrangements: C. R.Strunk Funeral Home Inc., 821 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, June 5, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schaffer, Victor E.

Schaffer, Victor E., son of the late Daniel and Fernica (Lanker) Schaffer, was born in Millersburg, Pa., on October 14, 1882, and was called away suddenly and unexpectedly from his home in Fullerton, Pa., early Saturday morning, December 19, 1953, at the age of 71 years, 2 months and 5 days. This was the second death in that home within one week's time. For 18 of the 20 years he lived in Fullerton he operated a baker route. He was a member of Seibert Evangelical Congregational Church in Allentown and of the Willing Workers Bible Class of the Sunday School. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Elsie (Kleppinger) Shaffer [sic]; one son--Elvin Schaffer, of Wescoesville; one daughter--Isabel, wife of Matthew Givler, Allentown; 4 grandchildren; one sister--Mrs. Philip Brown, of Wyomissing, Pa., and one brother--Isaac Schaffer, of Elizabethville, Pa. The funeral service was conducted by his pastor, the undersigned, from the Burkholder Funeral Home in Allentown on Tuesday, December 22nd. The body was laid to rest in Hillside Cemetery in Fullerton. __Rev. J. R. Weaver

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXX, no. 2, January 12, 1954, p. 12. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Schall, George

George Schall died at his residence at Dale, Berks County, last Friday afternoon, aged 65 years, 6 months and 6 days. He was the oldest son of Judge David Schall of Dale, and was born April 13, 1831. He was Prison Wardon of Montgomery County for eleven years and was a well known farmer. He was married to Miss Mary Trexler, a cousin of Col. William Trexler, of Longswamp, who with one daughter, Kate, survives. Mr. Schall had been ill about four years with dropsy and was confined to the house the past year. These brothers and sisters survive: David of Philadelphia, Allen of Dale, William of Barto, and John of Norristown; Hannah, Kabiah and Mary of Philadelphia. Interment in Bally tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 22, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schall, Griffith

Schall, Hannah V.

On Tuesday there arrived with the 11.15 east train from Philadelphia the body of Miss Hannah V. Schall who died in the city last Thursday, after a sickness of ten days from pleurisy. The funeral services were held in Philadelphia on Monday, at her late residence at 1812 Fairmount avenue. Dr. Zartman officiated. Miss Schall was about sixty-one years old. She formerly resided at Dale, Berks county, and moved to Philadelphia five years ago. Miss Schall was a sister of the late Mrs. Wm. Trexler, of Longswamp, and who is buried on the latter's plot on the cemetery connected with St. Matthew's church here. The following brothers and sisters survive the deceased: Capt. William A. Schall, of Barto; Alfred Schall, of Philadelphia, and Brigadier General John W. Schall, of Norristown, and Misses Mary and Emeline Schall, of Philadelphia. Quite a number of carriages had been secured here to take the attendants from the depot to the cemetery and back. The casket was a costly, cloth-covered affair. Fine floral tributes accompanied the remains. Rev. Dr. Keller, of Zionsville, assisted Dr. Zartman, of Philadelphia, in a short service at the grave. Squire O. J. Knauss, Eli A. Andreas, John Dotterer and Wm. Wimmer acted as pallbearers here. The relatives took dinner at the Keystone House and left with the 12.45 train. Deceased was a member of an old and prominent family and left numerous friends to mourn her demise.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 11, 1897, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaller, Lewis M.

Schanely, Edward S.

Schanely, Infant Child of Jacob

The infant child of Jacob Schanely, of Gilbertsville, died of inflammation of the brain, aged 6 months, and was buried at the Bethesda Meeting house, near Clayton.

[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 28, 1899.]

Schantz, Charles F.

Schantz, Christian

Schantz, Emma

Schantz, Howard John

Schantz, John

Schantz, Mrs. Joe

Schantz, Katie S.

Schantz, Readen S.

Readen S. Schantz, 65, Zionsville businessman, died of a heart attack yesterday at his home. Born near Hereford, Berks County, he was a son of the late Henry L. and Lydia (Stauffer) Schantz. He was a member and treasurer of Zions Lutheran Church, Old Zionsville, and a member of the Western District Fire Co., Old Zionsville. He was well-known as the owner of the Zionsville Coal and Feed Co. Surviving with his wife, Mrs. Tillie M. (Kuhns) Schantz, are a brother, Wayne S., and a sister, Mary S., both of Zionsville. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Zions Lutheran Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 14, 1956, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schantz, Susan

Schantzenbach, Mary E. (nee Lesher)

Mary E., nee Lesher, wife of Preston Schantzenbach, died suddenly Saturday night at 10 o'clock at her home, 748 Chestnut street, Emaus, of fatty degeneration of the heart, aged 49 years, 10 months and 1 day. Mrs. Schantzenbach was a daughter of Isaac and the late Catherine, nee Mensh, Lesher and was born in Hereford township, Berks county. She is survived by her husband, aged father and these children, henry, Jonathan, Verna and Katie, at home; William and Marvey, this city, and Warren, Philadelphia. Four grandchildren and these sisters and brothers also survive, Isaac and James, Palm; Mrs. L. Miller, Fruitville; Mrs. L. Albitz, East Greenville; Mrs. John Weiss, Niantic; Mrs. Farry Fluck, Cetronia, and Evan, A.E.F., France. The funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock from her late home in Emaus. Services will be conducted at the house by Rev. D. C. Kaufman. Interment will be made in the Moravian cemetery, Emaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 27, 1919, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schappel, Hettie A.

Schappel - In Perry, on August 30th, Hettie A., twin daughter of P. Sassaman and Sarah (Dreibelbis) Schappel, aged 5 months and 9 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 20, 1879. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schappel, Peter

In Perry, on the 20th November, Peter Schappel, of old age, aged 88 years, 7 months and 1 day.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, December 4, 1858. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schappell, A. Larry Sr.

A. Larry "Skip" Schappell Sr., 59, of 45 N. Canal St., Leesport, died Monday at his home. Born in West Reading, he was a son of the late Calvin D. and Irene S. Welk Schappell. He was employed for 23 years as a laborer by the former Prestolite Battery, Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, and was last employed eight years by the former Quaker Maid Kitchens, Ontelaunee Township, last working in 1994. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Julia A. Schappell. Surviving are his wife, the former Hazel M.B. Rothermel; two sons, A. Larry Jr. and Heath A., both of Leesport; two daughters, Brenda S. Reber, Blandon, and Candy L. Krumanocker, Leesport; a sister, June R. Hill, Hamburg; three brothers, Hayden C., Rowland E. and Mylan L., all of Hamburg; a granddaughter; three stepgranddaughters; three step-great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, March 24, 1998. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schappell, Colleen A.

Colleen A. Schappell, 41, of Chestnut Street, Cressona, died Sunday afternoon at home. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of Richard A. Schappell, Windsor Township, Berks County, and the late Marilyn E. Mantz Schappell. Surviving, in addition to her father, are a brother, Dean R. Schappell, Windsor Township; a sister, Kathleen E. Harbach, Wyomissing; a companion, Steve Moyer, with whom she resided. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, December 23, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schappell, Edna E.

Services were held in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Edna E. Schappell, who died Dec. 14 in her College Blvd., Kutztown residence. She was predeceased by her husband, Wirt C. Schappell, who died in 1982. Born in Albany Township, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Hofman) Reber. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. Surviving are a daughter, Joyce M. (Kauffman) Germann, Wyomissing; two granddaughters; and four great-grandsons.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, December 18, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schappell, Ernest I.

Services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Ernest E. Schappell, 87, Walnut Street, Hamburg, who died Dec. 3 in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where he had resided since May 1. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. He was the husband of E. Idella (Long) Schappell. Born in Hamburg, he was a son of the late William and Katie (Auber) Schappell. Until retiring in 1980, he was employed by the Hamburg Broom Works for 49 years. Surviving are a daughter, Marian (Schappell) Yeakley, Windsor Township; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. There is also a sister, Catherine (Schappell) Hendricks, Mohrsville.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, December 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schappell, Infant Daughter of Milton

An infant daughter of Milton and Gertrude (Barto) Schappell, of Topton, died on Sunday afternoon at the age of two days. The funeral will be held privately on Monday afternoon in the Topton cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 13, 1925, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schappell, J. Morris

J. Morris Schappell, 84, of S. Home Ave., Topton, died yesterday afternoon en route to the Reading Hospital after suffering a stroke. Born in Perry Township, he was the son of the late Jacob and Sophia (Smith) Schappell. He was a graduate of Keystone State Normal School, Kutztown, after which he taught school in Perry Township for 10 years. In 1910 he built and started the present J. M. Schappell and Sons hardware store in Topton. Prior to that he operated a general store in Windsor Castle for 13 years. A former burgess and councilman of Topton Borough, he was a member of St. Peters Reformed Church, a consistory member and treasurer of the church and taught in the Sunday School for more than 50 years. Surviving are his wife, Sallie (Groh) Schappell, two sons, J. Milton and John N., both of Topton, and two grandchildren. He was the last of his immediate family.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, September 6, 1953, page 40. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schappell, Llewellyn

Llewellyn L. Schappell, for many years a resident of Topton, died on Saturday night at the Allentown hospital, aged 72 years, 10 months and 1 day. He is well known in the vicinity of his home where for many years he worked as a painter. Mr. Schappell was a faithful member of the Lutheran wing of St. Paul's church, Mertztown, and is survived by his widow, Leanda, nee Heist, and a sister, Mrs. Alvin Fegely, of Mertztown. Funeral services will be held from his late residence on Thursday at 1.30 p.m., to be followed by further services in St. Paul's church, Mertztown, and interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. W. S. Dry officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 16, 1925, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schappell, Lucinda F. (nee Roth)

Lucinda F. Schappell, widow of Lazarus Schappell, aged 75 years, 12 days, passed away at her residence near Weiss street, Topton, on Thursday morning. Death was due to complications. She was the daughter of the late Simon and wife Judith (Fenstermacher) Roth. Her husband preceded her in death 17 years. There survive one sister, Mrs. Emma Zettlemoyer, Topton; one brother, Jacob, Lenhartsville. The funeral will be held from her late residence on Monday, May 30, at 1:30 p.m., daylight time. Further services in St. Pauls church, Mertztown. Interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. William S. Dry officiating.

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

Schappell, Roy D.

Memorial services were held in the Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home, Mohnton, for Roy D. "Ebby" Schappell, 73, Old Route 22, Upper Tulpehocken Township, who died Jan. 13 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Dec. 30. Burial was in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. He was the husband of Faye G. (Moyer) Schappell. Born in Perry Township, he was a son of the late Milton and Mamie (Fegley) Schappell. Until retiring in 1985, he was employed as a press operater by Parish Structural Products Division of Dana Corp. for 37 years. Also surviving are two sons, Donald G. Schappell, Reinholds, and Larry Schappell, Upper Tulpehocken Township; and two stepsons, Ronald Hunsberger, Reading, and Robert Hunsberger, Brecknock Township. There are also four grandchildren; seven stepgrandchildren; and five step-great-grandchildren.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, January 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schappell, Sara Suzanne

Blood poisoning brought death at 6.40 a.m. yesterday to Sara Suzanne, daughter of J. Milton Schappell and Gertrude, nee Barto, of Topton. The child, 5 years, 11 months and 19 days old, passed away in the Allentown hospital. A member of St. Peter's Reformed church Sunday school, Topton, she is survived by her parents, the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Schappell, Topton, and the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Barto, Lyons. Strictly private funeral services will be held from the home of the parents, Smith street, Topton, Thursday at 2 p.m., Rev. George B. Smith, D.D., officiating. Interment in the Topton cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 12, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schappell, Sevine Andora

Schappell - In Perry, April 29th, Sevine Andora, daughter of Jesse and Elizabeth Schappell, aged 1 year and 11 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 13, 1871. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schappell, Solomon

Schappell - In Perry, January 14th, Solomon Schappell, aged 47 years and 6 months.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 27, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]

Scharadin, E. Jane

E. Jane Scharadin, 83, formerly of 1801 Cambridge Ave., Wyomissing, died Saturday evening in Phoebe Berks Health Care Center, Wernersville, where she lived since June 10. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late James N. and Edith C. Fisher Scheible. She was a 1938 graduate of Albright College, Reading, and received a master's degree from Penn State University, University Park. She was employed for 33 years as a teacher for Henry T. Conrad School, Hatboro, retiring in 1974. She was a member of Calvary Reformed Church, Reading. Surviving are her husband, Paul C.; a son, Dennis P., Auburn, an outdoors columnist for The REPUBLICAN & Herald; a daughter, Marcia H. Scharadin, Hamburg; three grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday from Cramp Funeral Home Inc., Reading. Entombment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Laureldale.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, November 2, 1999. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Scharadin, Paul C.

Paul C. Scharadin, 88, a resident of Phoebe Health Care Center, Wernersville, formerly of Hamburg and Reading, died Thursday at Reading Hospital & Medical Center, West Reading, where he had been a patient since Feb. 15. Born in Orwigsburg, Aug. 16, 1914, he was a son of the late Lucian H. and Sa rah R. Graeff Schara din. He was a Navy veteran of World War II, serving as a quartermaster third class. He was employed at Penn Electric Steel Foundry, Hamburg, retiring in 1975. Previously, he worked for Good's Contracting as a road and bridge builder. He was a member of Calvary Reformed United Church of Christ, Reading, a life member of Liberty Fire Company Relief Association, Sinking Spring, former Cubmaster of Cub Scout Pack 120, Hamburg, Hamburg Fire Company No. 1, Vaux Lodge 406 Free & Accepted Masons, Hamburg, Reading Consistory, Rajah Temple and Rajah Shrine Legion of Honor. He was preceded in death by his first wife, the former Thelma M. Kauffman, on Sept. 21, 1968; his second wife, the former E. Jane Scheible, on Oct. 30, 1999; a daughter, Diane Scharadin, in 1945. Surviving are a daughter, Marcia H. Scharadin, Tilden Township, Berks County; a son, Dennis P. Scharadin, Auburn; a brother, Charles Scharadin, Penney Farms, Fla.; three grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday from Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg. The Rev. Dr. Stephen Ohnsman will officiate. Entombment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Laureldale.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, March 1, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Scharf, Stella Ellberta (nee Emerich)

Stella Ellberta (nee Emerich), wife of William A. Scharf and daughter of Jno. W. Emerich and wife, Lizzie (nee Spangler), was born April 2, 1901, in Penn Twp., Berks Co., and was baptized June 16, 1901, by Rev. Eli E. Hiester. She was confirmed in Zion Church, Strausstown, in the Fall of 1915, by Rev. I. W. Klick. On November 30, 1918, she was united in marriage to William A. Scharf by Rev. I. W. Klick. She departed this life on Easter Sunday, April 5, in the Reading Hospital, at the age of 30 years and 3 days. She is survived y her husband, one son, her parents, one brother, two nieces and one nephew. The funeral was held April 9, with services in their home and Zion Church, Strausstown, where burial also took place.

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

Scharff, Catharine (nee Walborn)

Scharff - In Stouchsburg, March 16th, Catharine Scharff, widow of George Scharff, and daughter of Christian and Catharine Walborn, aged 77 years, 5 months and 24 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 6, 1872. Submitted by Kathy.]

Scharff, Elizabeth

Scharff -- In Upper Tulpehocken, February 7th, Elizabeth, widow of the late John Scharff, aged 60 years.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 13, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Scharman, Margaretha

Schaufert, Catharine

Catharine, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Schaufert, died of brain fever, aged 4 years, at the residence of the parents, 11th and Buttonwood.

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

Schaufert, Catharine E.

In this city, on the 4th inst., Catharine E., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Schaufert, aged 3 years, 5 months and 1 day. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the parents' residence, 1059 Buttonwood street, on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the house. Services at St. John's German Lutheran Chapel. Interment at German Lutheran Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, September 6, 1900. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schauffert, Ella A.

In this city, on the 17th, Ella A. Schauffert, aged 28 years, 11 months and 30 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of her mother, Mrs. Eleanora Gabel, 2405 Penn Ave., West Lawn, on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m.. Services at the house. Interment in Hinnershitz cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, May 20, 1929. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schaum, Christopher

Schaum - On Dec. 9th, in Upper Tulpehoccen township, Christopher Schaum, son of Christian Schaum, aged 78 years, 10 months and 21 days.

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

Schaumburg, Estella K.D.

Estella K. Deisher Schaumburg, 96, formerly of Robesonia, died June 29 at 3:04 p.m. in the Berks Heim Annex, Bern Township, where she had resided four years. She was predeceased by her first husband, Clarence A. Deisher, on Jan. 18, 1969, and by her second husband, Paul J. Schaumburg, on Sept. 9, 1988. Born in Alsace Township, she was a daughter of the late Frederic J. and Annie (Delp) Rothenberger. Schaumburg was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Hyde Park. She was a life member of the ladies auxiliary of the Temple Fire Company. Surviving are a daughter, Geraldine E. (Deisher) Teitsworth, Reading; and a stepdaughter, Ruth (Schaumburg) Weber, Sinking Spring. Other survivors include two grandsons, three stepgrandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 1, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schaup, Elizabeth (nee Gross)

Mrs Elizabeth (Gross) Schaup, widow of John Schaup died at her home on Main St Wednesday morning aged 70 yrs, 3 months, and 3 days. Mrs Schaup had been in poor health for eight months since the death of Mr Schaup, following injuries received in a fire. She sustained several strokes of paralysis since then, the fourth occurring Saturday evening and at this time she was taken with a severe case of pneumonia.

The deceased was born in Berks Co, Penn, and at an early age imigrated with her parents, Mr and Mrs David Gross of Tiffin. She was married to John Schaup in 1865. Of this union four children survive, Charles Schaup, of Harrisburg, Pa, Mrs Edna Cramer and Mrs Hattie Bretz of near the city and Miss Jennie, who resides at home. Funeral Saturday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock at the late home, Rev. J.S. Freeman officiating; interment in Greenlawn.

[Source: Seneca (Ohio) Advertiser, January 12, 1911. Submitted by: Submitted by Judy.]

Schaup, Maria (nee Jones)

Maria, widow of Daniel Schaup, died yesterday morning at 3 o'clock, at her home, on the mountain road, near Macungie. She was sick only since last Thursday, from pneumonia, and brought her age into her 73d year. She was a daughter of the late John Jones and his wife, a born Boger. She was born and raised in Longswamp township, Berks county. Her husband preceded her in death twenty-four years. They resided at and near her late home most of her married life. Two sons also preceded the mother and these children survive: Harvey and Alonzo, of Tiffin, O.; Morris, Robert, George and Agnes, of this place; Mary, of Ocean Grove, N.J.; David, residence unknown. Three sisters also survive, being Miss Elvina Jones, of Trexlertown, Mrs. Eliza Oyster, of Reading, and Mrs. Henry Carl, of Lancaster. Mrs. Schaup was a good woman, a kind mother and friend and held the esteem of all who knew her. The funeral will be held next Monday forenoon. Services will begin at her late home at 9.30 o'clock and will be further conducted by Rev. Simon Sipple in Solomon's Reformed church, of which deceased was a member. Interment will be made on the cemetery connected.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, October 31, 1907, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schaup, Robert E.

Robert E. Schaup, retired molder, died Saturday evening at his home, 440 S. 5th St., Emmaus. He was 76. He was born Sept. 1, 1877, in Longswamp Township, a son of the late Charles and Louisa (Trump) Schaup. Surviving are his wife, Mabel (Sterner) Schaup; three sons, Dewey, Reading; Charles, Emmaus; Kerwin, Allentown; five daughters, Audrey, wife of Albert Bealer, Emmaus; Kathleen, wife of George Diefenderfer, Emmaus; Mrs. Madeline Marks, Emmaus; Donaldine, wife of Daniel Reagan, Allentown, and Vivian, West Palm Beach, Fla. A brother, Leidy Schaup, Allentown, and 17 grandchildren also survive. Funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at the Clarence R. Ritter Funeral Home, 36-38 S. 5th St., Emmaus, with interment in Emmaus Moravian Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 18, 1954, page 43. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schearer, Annie M.

Funeral services for Annie M. Schearer, 88, of 17 East Main St., who died July First in St. Joseph's Hospital after an illness of several weeks, were conducted this afternoon at 2:00 in the Henninger Funeral Home, Reading. The Rev. Paul E. Schmoyer officiated and burial was made in the Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading. A native of Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Lucy (Dietrich) Schearer. She was a member of St. Paul's Reformed Church, Kutztown. She is survived by a brother, James, Reading; also several nieces and nephews.

[Source: Kutztown Patriot, c. 1 July 1950. Submitted by JSchearer.]

Schearer, Archie A.

Memorial services for Archie A. Schearer, 78, of 223 Highland Ave., Kutztown, will be held Sunday at 3 p.m. The Rev. Harry L. Serio will officiate in the St. John's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. The Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, has charge. Schearer died Monday morning in the Reading Hospital and Medical Center, where he was a patient since Jan. 9. Born in Greenwich Township, he was a son of the late Alfred and Ellen (Stump) Schearer. Schearer was employed by the Kutztown Foundry for 44 years before retiring in 1965. He last had been employed as a custodian by Kutztown State College, retiring in 1976. He was a member of St. John's UCC, Kutztown. Surviving are his wife, Mamie (Meitzler) Schearer, and three sons; William R., Carlisle; Frederick C., Kutztown R.D. 1; and David J., Hyde Park. Also a daughter, Alliene L., wife of James R. Pyle, Burnsiville, Minn. and 11 grandchildren.

[Source: Reading Eagle, March 28, 1978. Submitted by: Jack.]

Schearer, Catherine

The funeral of Mrs. Llewellyn Schearer (nee Fenstermacher) will take place today, Saturday, at 9:30 a.m. Deceased suffered from a complication of diseases for several months. She was aged 69 years, 8 months and 3 days. She is survived by her husband, one brother, John, of Bowers, and one son. Services will be conducted in the Reformed Church by the Rev. George B. Smith, and interment will take place in the adjoining cemetery. Undertaker William Fritz, of Kutztown, has charge of the funeral arrangements. * Note - She is actually the wife of William H. Schearer

[Source: Kutztown Patriot, May 22, 1915. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]

Schearer, George Alvin

The funeral of George Alvin Schearer, 54, who died October 29th at his home, 225 Highland Avenue, was held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Fritz Funeral Home, the Rev. W. H. Long, officiating. Interment was made in Hope Cemetery. He was a son of the late John Alfred and Mary (Stump) Schearer, and was a member of Carpenter's Union 492, and Fleetwood Orioles, Nest 23. Surviving are his widow, Mary Kline Schearer; a daughter Mildred, at home; two brothers, Archie and Robert, Kutztown, and a sister Mrs. Walter Kohler, Allentown.

[Source: Kutztown Patriot, Thursday, November 5, 1942. Submitted by: Jack.]

Schearer, Jacob

Jacob Schearer, 96, Died on Wed. - Kutztown's Oldest Man Succumbs Suddenly After Eating Lunch - Was Road Master

Jacob Schearer, of Greenwich Street, the oldest man in Kutztown and one of the oldest residents in the East Penn Valley, died suddenly at his home yesterday after having attained the age of 96 years and 11 months. Had Mr. Schearer lived until July 7, he would have marked his ninety-seventh birthday.

Mr. Schearer had been active all his life, and never experienced illness to any extent except for slight colds. He was always a hard worker and was active until he was more than ninety years old. It was only failing eyesight that halted his work then.

Yesterday about noon he complained that he felt ill, and retired to his room. His wife, Lizzie Dorward Schearer, prepared light lunch for him and took it to his room. After eating, it is believed that he suffered an attack of indigestion, and he died as he was helped to a chair. Dr. Peters was called and examined the remains.

Mr. Schearer was born in Greenwich Township, and as a young man was hired boy on farms. Later he took up the carpentry trade and spent many years at both occupations. For quite a number of years he served as road supervisor in the borough of Kutztown. He was married three times.

After he retired from active work about seven years ago, he made rakes at his home until his eyes no longer served him for this purpose. He was know as a fine old gentleman and was highly respected.

His third wife and these children by a former marriage survive him: Amelia, widow of William Will, Kutztown; James R., Reading; Sue, wife of Amos Esterly, and Sophie, wife of Benjamin Becker, all of Reading.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, daylight saving time, with all services from the late residence on Greenwich Street. Interment will be made in Dunkle's Church Cemetery. Rev. George B. Smith, D.D. will officiate. Undertaker William S. Fritz is in charge.

[Source: Kutztown Patriot, Thursday, June 8, 1933. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]

Schearer, Jacob

An Old Blacksmith Dead

Oley, April 19. -- Jacob Schearer, the oldest citizen in Friedensburg, aged 85 years, died. He leaves surviving him four sons and two daughters. He was one of the first inhabitants of the village, having followed the trade of blacksmithing in the same shop for 55 years. He was a man of more than ordinary muscular strength and was known as a first-class mechanic in his day.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, 19 April 1884, page 2. Submitted by: Submitted by Walt.]

Schearer, James R.

James R. Schearer, 87, of 733 Madison Ave., died yesterday [October 4, 1955] after a lengthy illness. Born in Greenwich Township and a son of the late Jacob and Lucinda (Dietrich) Schearer, he was a member of Calvary Evangelical and Reformed Church. Prior to his retirement about 10 years ago, Schearer had followed the trade of carpentry. A charter member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, AFL, he also was a member for 55 years of the union's Local No. 492 and one of its organizers. He is survived by his widow, Mary E. (Gaul) Schearer; a daughter, Miriam A., at home; a son, Harold E., Reading; and a grandchild. Services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the T.C. Auman Inc., Funeral Parlors, the Rev. Harold C. Hollinger officiating. Burial will be made in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, October 5, 1955. Submitted by Patty.]

Schearer, Jennie

Kutztown, Nov. 19-- Miss Jennie Schearer, 28 years old, died after an illness of one week of an infection produced by a foreign body in her throat which lodged there while eating her dinner at her boarding place. All efforts of four physicians to relieve here were without avail. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Ellen Schearer. one sister, Hattie, and three brothers. Funeral, Saturday, Nov. 22, at 1:30 p.m. from the home of her mother, on Highland Avenue. Further services and interment at Dunkel's Church. Rev's A. L. Brumbach and J. W. Britton officiating.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 19, 1919. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]

Schearer, John

John Schearer, constable of Greenwich Township, died suddenly and will be buried at Grimsville tomorrow. He was 70 years of age, and the father of Wm. H. Schearer, grocer, in the Central Market House Building, North 6th Street, this city.

*Note: John is actually buried in Frieden's Luthern Church Cemetery, Lenhartsville, Pa

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday October 8, 1883. Submitted by: Jack.]

Schearer, John Alfred

Sudden Death of Well known Farmer. A retired farmer living on Highland Avenue, Kutztown, was found dead on the porch of the Pennsylvania House in this borough, on Friday morning, at about 5:30 o'clock. He died of paralysis of the heart, aged 49 years and 3 months. Deceased leaves his wife Ellen (nee Stump) and the following children: George, Jennie, Robert, Argie, and Hattie, all at home. His father, Jacob Schearer, supervisor of Kutztown, also remains. Deceased moved to Kutztown from Greenwich last spring. Dr. H. W. Saul, deputy coroner, empanelled the following jury, which rendered the above verdict; C. W. Snyder, Dr. U. S. G. Bieber, contractor William H. Stein, A. J. Hepner, Alvin Moyer, and Dr. N. Z. Dunkelberger.

[Source: Kutztown Patriot, September 4, 1909. Submitted by: Jack.]

Schearer, Lucy

Lucy, wife of Jacob Schearer, residing on Greenwich Street, below Walnut, died on Saturday evening, at 6 o'clock, after an illness of about a week, aged 67 years. The deceased was twice married. Her first husband was Daniel Heffner, who preceded her in death about twenty seven years, together with four children. One son of this union survives, Frank Heffner, of Richmond Township. In 1889 she was again married to Jacob Schearer, of Greenwich, Who survives her. About six years ago they both the lower of the pair of houses that Wm. Wenz built and were quiet and respected residents of our borough ever since. The funeral was held on Thursday forenoon with interment in the cemetery of Moselem Church. Revs. E. H. Leinbach and Dr. E.P.H. Pfatteicher officiated. Funeral Director D.W. Sheridan had charge of the remains.

[Source: Kutztown Patriot, Saturday, May 10, 1902. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]

Schearer, Mamie A.

Mamie A. Schearer, 99, formerly of Highland Avenue, and Saucony Cross, Kutztown, died February 26, 2005 in Kutztown Manor. She was the widow of Archie A. Schearer, who died March 27, 1978. Born September 19, 1905 in Wescosville, she was the daughter of the late Richard C. and Annie A. (Snyder) Meitzler. She was a member of St. Pauls Unite Church of Christ Church, Kutztown. She was a first, second, and third grade teacher from 1925 to 1929 for the former Steel City School, Bethlehem, and in Breinigsville. She also was a tour guide for Carl R. Bieber Tourways, Kutztown. She was a graduate of Kutztown Normal School, now Kutztown University. She was a member of the Kutztown Fire Company Ladies auxiliary, and Kutztown Senior Citizens.

Survivors: Sons, William R., husband of Abigail (Sangree) Schearer, of Carlisle, Frederick C., husband of Miriam J. (Loose) Schearer, of Kutztown, and David J., husband of Karen D. (Lindenmuth) Schearer, of Hyde Villa, Reading; daughter, Alliene L., wife of James Pyle, of Concord, N.H. In addition, she is survived by 12 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, February 28, 2005. Submitted by Jack.]

Schearer, Mary E.

Mrs. Mary E. (Gaul) Schearer, 80, of 733 Madison Ave., died last night [Mar. 6, 1957]. Born in Reading, a daughter of the late George K. and Mary (Whitman) Gaul, Mrs. Schearer was a member of Calvary Evangelical and Reformed Church. She also was affiliated with the Dames of Malta and the Knights of the Golden Eagle Auxiliary. Mrs. Schearer is survived by a daughter, Miriam A., at home; a son, Harold E., of Reading, and one grandchild, Patricia, wife of Edgar Mertz, Staten Island, N.Y. Services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the T.C. Auman Inc. Funeral Parlors, the Rev. Harold C. Hollinger officiating. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, March 7, 1957. Submitted by: Patty.]

Schearer, Ralph H.

Ralph H. Schearer, 68, of Kutztown R.D. 3, died Saturday afternoon at 2:45 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for three weeks.

He was the husband of Florence (Stern) Schearer.

Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Robert and Minnie Schearer

Schearer had been a self employed painter and paperhanger for many years befor retiring.

In addition to his widow, he is survived by a daughter, Elsie M., wife of Dean H. Wehr, Kutztown R.D. 3 , and six grandchildren.

The Trexler-Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

(Reading Eagle, Monday March 10, 1986)

[Source: Reading Eagle, March 10, 1986. Submitted by: Submitted by Jack.]

Schearer, Robert J.

Robert J. Schearer, 68, a resident of the Stork Hotel, S. 8th and Bingaman streets, died yesterday in St. Joseph's hospital, where he had been a patient for three days. Born in Greenwich Township, a son of the late J. Alfred Schearer and Mary E. (Stump) Schearer, he was a moulder by trade. A former Kutztown resident, Schearer is survived by a son Ralph of Kutztown R.D.3; a daughter, Mrs. Edward Tschopp, Allentown, and a brother, Archie of Kutztown. Services will be held at the convenience of the family, the Rev. Richard W. Kohler officiating. Burial will follow in Dunkel's Chruch Cemetery, Kutztown R.D.3. The Brumbach Funeral Home; Kutztown has charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, April 22, 1963. Submitted by: Jack.]

Schearer, Rose H.

Rose H. (Hauser) Schearer, 61, wife of Walter S. Schearer, former chief of police and now city traffic specialist, died yesterday in Community General Hospital, where she was a patient the past seven weeks. She resided at 1239 North Tenth St. Mrs. Schearer was a daughter of the late Francis and Mary Hauser.

Surviving are her husband; four children: Catherine, wife of Herbert Kinder, Pennside; Walter P., John F., and Elmer L., all of Reading; four grandchildren, and two sisters: Frances, wife of Paul Brahm, Reading, and Mrs Aughtley W. Franks, West Reading.

Funeral arrangements are in charge of T.C. Auman, Inc.

[Source: Reading Times, Friday, 14 March 1947, page 53. Submitted by: Submitted by Walt.]

Schearer, Thomas R.

Services Set For Schearer

Services for Thomas R. Schearer, 36, of Virginville, who died of injuries suffered in a head-on collision along the Allentown Pike Friday, will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. The Rev. William C. Bispels will officiate in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. burial will be made in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. A certificate of accidental death was issued by Dr. William E. Glosser, deputy coroner. According to Alton L. Boyer, Maidencreek Township Police Chief, Schearer was driving his van north on the highway when it drifted into the southbound lane and into the path of a tractor-trailer rig operated by David Mowery, 37, of Lancaster. Mowery sustained a hand injury which was treated at the scene. Born in Kutztown, the victim was a son of Ralph and Florence (Stern) Schearer, Kutztown R.D.3. He was employed as a machinist by Rockwell International, Wyomissing, and was a member of the Virginville Fire Company, and the Moonlite Van Club of Reading. Surviving in addition to his parents, are his wife, Rae Ann (Conrad) Schearer; three sons: John, Jack, and Thomas R. Jr., all at home; a sister, Elsie, wife of Dean Wehr, Kutztown R.D. 3, and a stepgrandmother, Elsie Stern, Kutztown R.D.3.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday May 26, 1979. Submitted by: Jack.]

Schearer, Walter S.

Ex-Police Chief Dies at Age 77

Services and burial for Walter S. Schearer, 77, former Reading police chief, who died Wednesday in his residence at 500 Madison Ave., Hyde Crest, will be private.

Arrangements are in charge of F.F. Seidel, Inc.

Three-time holder of the top city police post, Mr. Schearer was appointed first on Feb. 27, 1929, during the Socialist administration of the late Mayor J. Henry Stump.

He had a stormy police career, which included a 10-year court battle to have his original date of appointment certified in order to be eligible for membership in the police pension fund.

Post Abolished.

On Jan. 7, 1932, the police chief post was abolished by the fusion administration headed by the late Mayor Heber Ermentrout in favor of a police commissioner.

Mr. Schearer was reinstated by order of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court on Jan. 9, 1936, and served until Feb. 14, 1940, when he was removed by the late Mayor Harry F. Menges on the grounds that he did not have civil-service status.

The state high court again reinstated him on Dec. 11, 1942, but he was demoted to patrolman the following Jan. 2, when Mayor Menges took over direction of the police department.

Mr. Schearer served as a patrolman, traffic expert, and clerk in the traffic division until his retirement on Aug. 1, 1956.

He was accepted as a member of the police-pension fund and on July 11, 1956 was promoted to sergeant for retirement purposes.

Spanish War Vet

Born in Oley, a son of Elmer and Ellenora (Seidel) Schearer, he was a Spanish-American War veteran.

Mr. Schearer was a member of the Pennsylvania Police Chiefs’ Assn. and the Shartlesville and Oley fire companies.

Preceded in death 16 years ago by his wife, Rose (Hauser) Schearer, he is survived by three sons: Walter P. of Philadelphia, John F. of Shillington, and Elmer L. of Reading.

A daughter, Catherine M. widow of Herbert Kinder, Reading, and three brothers: George E. of Temple, Christ of Reading, and Elmer B. of West Reading.

Also, three sisters: Mae, wife of Clarence Peterson, Oakland, Calif., Lillian of Arlington, Va., and Dorothy H., wife of Jesse Brown, Wyomissing.

[Source: Reading Times, Thursday, 14 March 1963, page 57. Submitted by: Submitted by Walt.]

Schee, John

Scheffey, Child of Wm.

Scheidt Sr., Robert L.

Services will be held April 5, 11 a.m., in Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church, Dryville, for Robert L. Scheidt Sr., of Fredericksville Road, Rockland Township, who died March 30 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where he had been a patient five days. Burial will be in Hope Cemetery, Dryville. He was the husband of Anna Mae (Reinhart) Scheidt. Born in Rockland Township, he was a son of the late Howard B. and Elda A. (Barto) Scheidt. Until retiring in 1987, he was employed as a modler by the Reading Gray Iron Foundry, Reading, for 44 years. After retirement, he was employed as a painter by Bob Scheidt Ultra Painting, Kutztown, until the fall of 2002. He was also employed part-time as a general laborer by TARSUS, Fleetwood, last working March 14. Scheidt was treasurer of the bowling league at Pioneer Grange 1777, Topton. He was a Cub scout and Boy scout leader at New Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Rockland Township, and Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church. Scheidt was a charter member of the Rockland Rod & Gun Club, Mertztown. He was manager of the Topton Little League in the late 1960's and 1970's. Scheidt was a member of Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church, Dryville, where he was a Sunday school teacher and Sunday school superintendent for 50 years, retiring in 1987. He was also a member of the church choir and a former church councilman. Also surviving are three sons: Robert L. Scheidt Jr., and Scott A. Scheidt, both of Kutztown; and Craig A. Scheidt, Mohnton. There are also five grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Blanche (Scheidt) Wagonhurst, Ruscombmanor Township, and June (Scheidt) Miller, Fleetwood. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, April 3, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Scheidt, Walter A.

Walter A. Scheidt, 72, husband of the former Eva I. Mertz, died Friday night in his Dryville home, Fleetwood R. 1. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Jacob and Marianne (Brintzenhoff) Scheidt. Scheidt retired seven years ago, having worked for Mack Trucks in Allentown as a paint rubber. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Dryville. Surviving with his widow are four daughters, Mabel, wife of Warren Boyer of Mertztown R. 1, Schirla, wife of Ralph Silsdorf of Bowers, Roma, wife of Paul Houptley, and Mrs. Mildred Schaeffer, both of Fleetwood R. 1; a son, Paul of Kutztown; 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Christ Church. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, December 5, 1965, page B-14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Scheidy, William

Scheidy - In Upper Tulpehocken, August 7th, William Scheidy, aged 75 years, 1 month and 8 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, August 28, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]

Scheiffel, Eva

Mrs. Eva Schieffel, 591 Willow st., died of a lung affection at 9 a.m., aged 43 years. Deceased was taken ill 5 years ago, and for the past year has been in a serious condition, although only bedfast since last Saturday. She was born in Germany, but resided in this city a number of years. She was a member of Zion's Reformed church, and her husband, Jacob, and the following children survive: Christoph and Eva, Mrs. Rosa Heinz, and Jacob, Christoph and Michael, all of whom reside in Germany, are brothers and sister.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, 17 August 1892. Submitted by Nancy.]

Scheirer, Anna Ruth

Anna Ruth Scheirer, 1, died at the home of the parents, Lloyd A. and Florence (Dey) Scheirer, near Trexler's Furnace, Alburtis R. D. 1. Besides the parents there survive five brothers and sisters, Edward, Gladys, Mae, Betty and Robert, at home, and the paternal and maternal grandmothers. Funeral Monday at 2 p.m. All services at the house. Interment in Longswamp church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 20, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Scheirer, Luella A.

Services were held in Longswamp United church of Christ, Mertztown, for Luella A. Scheirer, of Dogwood Drive, Longswamp Township, who died of natural causes March 13 in the Hospice Unit of Lehigh Valley Hospital, where she had been a patient since March 7. Burial was in Longswamp Union Cemetery. She was the wife of Robert W. Scheirer. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Herbert S. and Eva (Lamp) Miller. Last working in 1999, she was employed as an assembler by Day-Timers Inc., East Texas, Lehigh County, for 10 years. She was previously employed as a sewing machine operator by Royal Manufacturing Co., Allentown, for more than 20 years. She was amember of Longswamp UCC, Mertztown. Surviving are a son, Scott R. Scheirer, Lyons, and two daughters, Roxanne M. (Scheirer) Reimert, Mertztown, and Shelia G. (Scheirer) Fox, Fleetwood. Other survivors include two brothers, Harvey W. Miller, Mertztown, and Kenneth N. Miller, White Haven, Luzerne County, and four sisters: Minnie E. (Miller) Strunk, Mertztown; Lorraine E. (Miller) Moll, Bethel; Shirley M. (Miller) Kutz. Wyomissing; and Lurea (Miller) Reichard, Kutztown. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, was in charge of arrangements.

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

Scheirer, Mary Jane

In Washington township, Berks Co., on the 21st, Mary Jane, infant daughter of William and Sarah Scheirer, aged 1 month and 25 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 8, 1863, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Scheirer, Richard H.

Richard H. Scheirer, 83, of Klines corner, Berks county, died yesterday in Allentown hospital, where he had been a patient since Janaury. He was born in the old homestead at Scheirer’s schoolhouse in Lowhill township and farmed there until his retirement 34 years ago. He was a resident of the Schnecksville area until six years ago, when he moved to the home of his daughter at Klines Corner, Berks county. Mr. Scheirer served as school and poor director in Lowhill township for many years, and as director of the Egypt National bank and the Schnecksville State bank, of which he was one of the organizers. He was also a member of the Reformed wing of the Union church at Neffs. His wife, Mrs. Celesta (Wotring) Scheirer died 37 years ago. Surviving are one daughter, Helen M., Klines Corner, one grandson and one great-grandson.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 28, 1950, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schell, Mrs. Alfred

Schell, Ellen (nee Frey)

Mrs. Ellen Schell, wife of Howard R. Schell, died of a heart condition Sunday night at Bally where she had been a resident the last 45 years. She was 81. Mrs. Schell was born in Hereford township, a daughter of the late Abraham and Henrietta (Wagner) Frey. She was a member of the Church of the Most Blessed Sacrament at Bally. In addition to her husband, she is survived by eight children, as follows: Leo, Norman and Stanley, all of Bally; Paul and Minne, at home; Mrs. Elsie Weller, Bechtelsville; Anastasia, wife of Arthur Davis, Wenonah, N.J., and Mrs. Anna Custer, East Greenville. There are 15 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 11, 1950, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schell, Esther (nee Reich)

Schell - In North Heidelberg, January 17th, Esther, widow of Peter Schell, and daughter of Christian and Elizabeth Reich, aged 61 years, 7 months and 4 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 8, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schell, Harry B.

The funeral of Harry B. Schell, an aged resident of Longswamp township, was held on Monday afternoon at the home of his son-in-law, A. A. Reppert, Longsdale. Further services were conducted in the Longswamp church. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery. Revs. N. F. Bond and William Meckstroth officiated. The pall bearers were his sons, Oscar and Milton Schell and his grandsons, Harry and Clarence Reppert. Mr. Schell was aged 86 years, 4 months and 25 days. His wife preceded him in death 25 years ago. He is survived by the following children: Oscar, of Shamrock; Milton, Hancock; Alice Reppert, Longsdale, and Mary Eckert, of Allentown.

[Source: "Longswamp news," Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 16, 1923, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schell, Harry B.

Harry B. Schell, well known resident of Longsdale, near Mertztown, died there on Thursday morning at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Albert A. Reppert, aged 86 years. He was the son of George and Elizabeth, nee Bauman, Schell, both deceased, and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. His wife, Judith, nee Long, died about twenty-five years ago. Besides Mrs. Reppert, he is survived by another daughter, Mrs. Charles Eckert, of Allentown, and two sons, Oscar, of Shamrock, and Milton Schell, of Hancock. Funeral arrangements have not yet been completed.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 6, 1923, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schell, Janice F. (nee Roth)

Janice F. Schell, 62, Pike Township, died of natural causes June 28 at 4:25 a.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient four days. She was the wife of William F. Schell Jr. Born in Kutztown, she was a daughter of the late Ira and Mary June (Fegely) Roth. Schell was employed for the past 12 years as a dispatcher by Highway Services, Temple. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Lobachsville. Schell is also survived by a son, Kerry Bortz, Boyertown; and a daughter, Lisa (Schell) Christman, Bechtelsville. Other survivors include two sisters, Rita M. (Roth) Spohn, Boyertown, and Martha A. (Roth) Troxel, Bechtelsville; and two brothers, Willard I. Roth, Exeter Township, and Warren O. Roth, Reading. There are also two grandchildren, a stepgranddaughter and two stepgreat-grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Lobachs Cemetery, Lobchsville. Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, is in charge of arrangements.

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

Schell, Judith

Judith, wife of Harry Schell, of Longsdale, was buried at the Longswamp church last Saturday forenoon, at the age of 57 years, 11 months and 3 days. Her husband and four children, Oscar, Milton, Alice and Mary, are left to mourn her departure. Rev. N. W. Helffrich was the officiating clergyman.

[Source: "Breinigsville News," Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 8, 1898, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schell, Leo A.

Leo A. Schell, a retired laborer, died yesterday at his home, 912 Main St., Bally. He was 77. Schell had been employed by the Firestone Tire & Rubber Co., before retiring in 1953. Born in Berks County's Washington Township, he was a son of the late Howard R. and Elan (Fry) Schell. He was an Army veteran of World War I and a charter member of Veterans of Foreign wars Post 3487, Boyertown. Surviving with his widow, Dorothy (Harpel) Schell, are a stepdaughter, LaRue Knauss of Arlington, Va.; three brothers, Paul of Bechtelsville and Norman and Stanley, both of Bally, and four sisters, Mrs. Elsie Weller of New Berlinville; Minnie Schell and Mrs. Anastasia Davis, both of Easton, and Mrs. Annie Custer, Royersford. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the C. L. Losh Funeral Home, 134 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown, with calling hours 7-9 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 6, 1966, page 48. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schell, Mary

Schell--In this city, on the 4th inst., Mary, wife of William Schell, aged 64 years, 3 months and 3 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from her late residence, 237 Court St, on Wednesday morning at 8 o'clock, to proceed to Epler's Church where services and internment will take place.

Farewell, my husband and children dear,
I am not dead, but sleeping:
When you come here, to my grave to see,
Oh, do not weep but pray for me,
Gone, but not forgotten!

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

Schell, Oscar W.

Oscar W. Schell, 74, retired blacksmith of Mertztown R. 1, died at his home Sunday afternoon. At one time a resident of Bally, Schell was born in Longswamp township, a son of the late Harry and Judith (Long) Schell. His wife, the former Susan Eddinger, died four years ago. Survivors are: two sisters, Mrs. Alice Reppert, Mertztown R. 1; Mary, wife of Charles Eckert, Allentown, and a brother, Milton of Topton. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday in the DeLong funeral home, Topton, with Rev. Wilson H. Hartzell officiating. Interment will be in Longswamp church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 25, 1947, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schell, Stanley

Schell, Thomas

Schellhammer, C. Donald

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for C. Donald Schellhammer, 82, of Outlook Pointe, Exeter Township, who died January 5 in Reading Hospital. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary (Vespico) Schellhammer, in 1996. Born in Reading, he had been employed for 34 years in maintenance by UGI Corp., Reading, retiring in 1982. He was a member of Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church. Schellhammer is survived by two nephews. Burial was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. The Bean Funeral Home Inc., Shillington, was in charge of the arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, January 8, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schellhammer, Florence G. (nee Frymoyer)

On the 21st Florence G (nee Frymoyer) widow of Clarence B Schellhammer of 160 W Green St., age 85 years. Services from Theo. C. Auman, Inc., 247 Penn St., Friday 1 p.m. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Friends may call Friday 12 noon till service time.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 23, 1977. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schelly, Ambrose

Deaths. On the 8th of November, in Hereford, Berks co., Dr. Ambrose Schelly, aged 23 years, 2 months and 2 days.

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

Schenk, George

Schenk--In Hamburg, March 1, George Schenk, aged 49 years, 10 months and 20 days.

[Source: Reading Eagle, March 22, 1869. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Scherer, Charles M.

Charles M. Scherer, veteran Alburtis school director and band member, died yesterday in his home, 31 W. 3rd St., Alburtis. He was 68. Born at Huffs Church, Berks County, he was a son of the late Morris and Ida (Knerr) Scherer. He was employed as a shipping clerk at Robert Rems & Sons, Macungie. Before that, he held the same job at William H. Taylor Co., Allentown. He retired two years ago. He served as a school director for 28 years in the Borough of Alburtis and East Penn Union School District, when the borough became part of the district. He was a charter and life member of both the Alburtis Band and Alburtis Fire Co. He was a member of Lockridge Memorial Presbyterian Church, Alburtis. Surviving are his wife Mame V. (Labold) Scherer; a son George K., of Alburtis; two daughters, Mildred C., wife of Walter Barnes of Philadelphia, and Lillian, wife of Gerald J. Knerr of Birdsboro, Berks County; a step-son, Randall Schuler of East Greenville; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 18, 1961, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Scherer, Daniel

Scherer, Jacob

Died -- Scherer -- In Friedensburg, on the 17th instant, Jacob Scherer, aged 81 years.

The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral of the deceased on Tuesday next, the 22d instant, at 9:30 a.m. from his residence in Friedensburg, to proceed to the Union cemetery.

[Source: Reading Daily Times & Dispatch, Saturday, 19 April 1884, page 4. Submitted by: Submitted by Walt.]

Scherer, Mrs. Jacob

Klinesville, April 4. Mrs. Jacob Scherer, residing about one-half mile north of Dunkle's Church, died of consumption after an illness of 7 months. The remains will be interred at the Dunkel's Church Friday, April 6th. Rev. Smoll will officiate.

[Source: Reading Eagle, April 4, 1888. Submitted by: Jack.]

Scherrer, Benjamin

Scherrer, William

Schertel, William

Schextel, Maria

In Upper Bern, on the 22d ult, Maria, wife of William Schextel, aged 49 years, 2 months and 11 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 3, 1863. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schick, Mabel S. (nee Geary)

Mrs. Mabel S. Schick, wife of Floyd T. Schick, 726 N. 5th St., Allentown, died yesterday at the Allentown Osteopathic Hospital. She was 80. Mrs. Schick was hospitalized the last three weeks. She was born in Hereford, Berks County, a daughter of the late Alfred and Emma (Reitnauer) Geary. She and her husband observed their 66th wedding anniversary on May 3. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are two sons, Ray R., at home, and Clifford, Allentown. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. Call 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

Funeral Notice (p. 7): Age at death = 80 years, 7 months, 29 days; Buried, Greenwood Cemetery

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 30, 1967, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schick, Mary A.

Schick--Entered into rest Oct 3d, 1892, Mary A. Schick, wife of the late Chr. Schick, aged 59 years, 17 days. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, Saturday, Oct. 8th, at 2 p.m., from her late residence, 31 North 9th st. Services at St. John's German Lutheran church. Interment at Lutheran cemetery. Omit flowers.

[Source: Reading Eagle, October 6, 1892. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schickram, Cynthia P.

Private services were held for Cynthia P. (Swisher) Schickram, 49, wife of Lawrence J. Schickram, of East Vincent, who died March 15 at her home. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Paul I. and Theresa (DaDamio) Swisher of Birdsboro. She lived in East Vincent for 22 years, after moving from Phoenixville. Schickram was a 1971 graduate of Daniel Boone High School, and received a bachelor's of science in mathematics from Elizabethtown University in 1985. She was the chief information officer and vice president of operations for HCI Direct Inc., Bensalem, for 15 years until her illness. She was a member of St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Spring City, and was a former member of the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Birdsboro. Schickram was a member of the Bird Chapter 460, Order of the Eastern Star, Birdsboro. Surviving in addition to her parents and husband of 26 years are two sons, Andrew J. Schickram and Devin L. Schickram, both at home; three sisters, Stacey Mixell of Reinholds, Berks County, Stephanie Austin of Douglassville and Sondra Chalupa of Landerburg, Pa. Contributions may be sent to the American Brain Tumor Association, 2720 River Road, Des Plains, Il 60018. Burial was in St. Ann's Cemetery, Phoenixville. The Shalkop-Grace Funeral Home Inc., Spring City, handled the arrangements.

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

Schiery, Ellen

Schiffert, Andrew

On the 27th ult., in Rockland, Andrew Schiffert, aged 27 years, 10 months and 17 days.

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

Schiffert, Elmer E.

Elmer E. Schiffert, 73, Macada Road, Bethlehem, died Monday night in St. Luke's Hospital, Bethlehem. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, Feb. 14, 1881, he was a son of the late Enos and Priscilla Raudenbush Schiffert. He was a member of Washington Camp, P.O.S. of A., and the Emmaus Fire Co. Surviving are an aunt, Mrs. Almira Sherer, Lehighton, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Friday from Steyers Funeral Home, 500 Linden St., Bethlehem. Burial will be in Blue Church Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 6, 1954, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schiffert, Infant of Joel

Schiffert, Mary Ann Rachel (nee Long)

Word was received in Bethlehem Thursday by Rev. Dr. C. A. Butz, 1337 Montrose avenue, of the death of his half-sister, Mary Ann Rachel, nee Long, widow of James S. Schiffert, at the home of her brother, Dr. W. P. Long, at Weatherly. She passed away at 5 a.m. Tuesday, and was aged 76 years, 2 months and 17 days. Deceased was a daughter of the late David Long and his wife Hannah F., nee Fegley, of Longswamp, Berks county, who was born September 15, 1855. She was twice married, her first husband, H. Alfred Butz, having died on January 3, 1877, and her second husband, James S. Schiffert, in 1886. For about 32 years she had been living with her brother at Weatherly. There remain a son, Jonathan Butz, of Reading; a daughter, Esther Estella, wife of W. Claude Buck, of Reading; a brother, Dr. Long, of Weatherly, and two half-brothers, William P. Butz, of Mertztown, and Dr. C. A. Butz, of Bethlehem. Mrs. Schiffert was an active church worker, taking an interest in all departments of church work and especially in the infant department of the Sunday school. She was for a number of years superintendent of that department in Salem Reformed church, Weatherly. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. Interment will be made at Longswamp.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 4, 1931, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schiffert, Sarah

Sarah, widow of Thomas Schiffert, died on Saturday of dropsy at Red Lion. She was 58 years old and is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Long, of Easton, and Mrs. Litz of Guth’s Station. The funeral will be held this morning at the Longswamp church, Rev. Humbert, of Bower’s, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 7, 1897, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schilling, Hannah

Schilling -- In Schillingsville, January 2d, Hannah Schilling, aged 10 years, 4 months and 7 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 28, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schimmel, Aaron O.

Schirk, Catharine Anna

Schirk - In Spring, December 27th, Catharine Anna Schirk, formerly widow of Levi Gring, and later, wife of Israel Schirk, aged 51 years, 2 months and 6 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 1, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schirk, William

Schirk - In Spring, March 30th, Wm. Schirk, son of Isr. Schirk, aged 7 years, 9 months and 12 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 29, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Schitler, Hiram

Hiram Schitler, the Reading horseman, who was well-known in this city, died Friday night of heart failure, aged 65 years. Deceased was the son of Lewis and Elizabeth Schitler, and was born in Montgomery county, April 21, 1831, where he was educated. He was employed as a locomotive engineer on the Reading Railroad for some time. He started in the ? business in Reading about thirty-five years ago. He was a member of the Odd Fellows, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and the Rainbow Fire company. Besides his widow, Lydia, two children, William J. and Clara, wife of Michael R. Hare, of Reading, and one brother, Ky of Kentucky, survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 5, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schittler, Charles

Charles Schittler, Oreville, Mertztown, R.D. 1, died in St. Joseph’s hospital, Reading, aged 44 years. He was born at Pricetown, a son of Harry and Excelima (Frederick) Schittler. Surviving are his widow, Elsie (Kellner); these children: Delma, Charles and Catharine, at home; Robert, Temple, Richard, Kutztown R. 1; Mrs. Charles Moser, Mertztown, R.D. 1; two grandchildren; his parents, and the following brothers and sisters: Harry, Fleetwood; Raymond, Reading; Eliza, Paul and Howard, Fleetwood, R.D.; Mrs. Herbert Houck, Wernersville; Mrs. Fred Barlett, Fleetwood; Mrs. Irwin Schaeffer, Blandon, and Mrs. George Schaeffer, Temple. Funeral from the home Sunday at 2 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 5, 1935, page 42. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schittler, Sr., Howard

Services for Howard Schittler Sr., of Ruscombmanor Township, were held in Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood. Schittler died Feb. 26 in Reading Hospital. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Dryville. He was the husband of Ada H. (Krick) Schittler. He was a son of the late Harry and Alexina Schittler. He was born in Pricetown. Until retiring in 1974, Schittler was employed by General Battery Corp., Reading, for 31 years. Schittler was a member of Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church, Dryville. He is survived by a son, Howard Jr., Temple, and a daughter, Dolores M. (Schittler) Chubb, Fleetwood. There are eight grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, March 10, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schlappich, Chester J.

Among the local survivors of Chester J. Schlappich, 84, formerly of North Heidelberg Township, who died Feb. 18 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, where he had resided one year, is a brother, George Schlappich, Bernville.

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

Schlappich, Marguerite E.

Marguerite E. Schlappich, 90, formerly of Leesport, died Aug. 14 at 10:20 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township, where she had resided four years. Her husband, Paul T. Schlappich, died in July 1995. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Leroy and Eva (Watson) Kerschner. Schlappich was employed as a licensed practical nurse by Berks Heim and was last employed for 15 years as a licensed practical nurse by Holy Spirit Hospital, Harrisburg, retiring in 1981. She was a member of Bern United Church of Christ, Bern Township. Surviving is a son, James C., Leesport. Other survivors include three grandchildren and four great-grandsons. She was predeceased by a son, Leroy Schlappich, in 1987. Services will be private. Burial will be in Bern Church Cemetery, Bern Township. The Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, is in charge of arrangements.

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

Schlappig, John Wilson

Schlappig - At Mt. Aetna, March 19th, John Wilson, son of John and Matilda Schlappig, aged 3 years, 8 months and 21 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 10, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schlappig, Leah

Schlappig - In Center, May 3d, Leah Schlappig, widow of John Schlappig, aged 80 years, 2 months and 6 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 30, 1874. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schlappig, Lydia

Schlappig - In Upper Bern, on April 2d, Lydia, daughter of the deceased Samuel and still living Rebecca (Scheidy) Schlappig, aged 12 years, 8 months and 20 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 27, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schlappig, Samuel

Schlappig - In Upper Bern, August 13th, Samuel Schlappig, aged 80 years, 5 months and 24 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 2, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schlappig, Susanna (nee Straus)

Schlappig - In Lewis township, Northumberland county, Susanna Schlappig, wife of George Schlappig, and daughter of the late Casper Straus, (formerly of Bern township, Berks county,) aged 76 years, 5 months and 15 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 6, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schlear, Thomas W. Sr.

Thomas W. Schlear Sr., 72, of 222 Hazel St., Tilden Township, Berks County, died Monday at home. Born in Orwigsburg, he was a son of the late William M. and Edna E. Lengel Schlear. Schlear was last employed as a furnace operator by Penn Steel Foundry Corp., Hamburg. He was a member of Hamburg Fire Company, Shartlesville Fire Company and Hamburg Game Association. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Edythe M. Pifer, on May 3, 1996; a daughter, Ruth A. Schlear. Surviving are a daughter, Arlean E. Spayd, Tilden Township; two sons, Thomas W. Jr., Manchester, N.J., and Gereon R., Washington Township, Berks County; a stepdaughter, Ruth Anthony Gardner Woods, Bensalem; several grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday from Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, November 6, 2001. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schleasman, Jonathan

Schleasman - On October 15th, in Bethel, Jonathan, son of William and Catharine Schleasman, aged 47 years, 2 months and 20 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 16, 1872. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schleasman, Susanna

Schleasman - On August 25th, in Bethel, Susan, widow of Peter Schleasman, aged 77 years, 1 month and 2 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 15, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schlegel, Arthur Warren

Arthur Warren Schlegel, aged 7 years, passed away on Sunday at the residence of his grandmother, Mrs. Albert Rauenzahn, Haas street, Topton. Death was due to convulsions. There survive his parents, Leroy and Hettie (nee Rauenzahn) Schlegel; grandmother Rauenzahn and grandparents Schlegel, all of Topton. The funeral will be held from the residence of his grandmother, Mrs. Albert Rauenzahn, Haas street, on Thursday, September 13 at 1.30 p.m. standard time. Services at the house. Interment in Ziegel's church cemetery at Windsor Castle. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 11, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schlegel, Cyrus

Cyrus Schlegel, of Fleetwood, died Monday evening from injuries received in the Fleetwood foundry and machine works on Saturday, aged 36 years. His widow and four children, Theodore, Cyrus, Catharine, and Hattie survive. Funeral Friday at 1 p.m. Services in St. Paul's Chapel and interment in Fleetwood Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 21, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schlegel, Dorothy G. (nee Lesher)

Dorothy G. Schlegel, 76, Kutztown, died June 28 in Reading Hospital. Her husband, Neil S. Schlegel, died in 1999. Born in Maxatawny Township, she was a daughter of the late Harvey E. and Hazel C. (Brandt) Lesher. Schlegel was employed for 47 years as a sewing-machine operator by H.K. Deisher Knitting Mill Inc., Kutztown; Fleetwood Shirt Factory and Cinderella Knitting Mill, Shoemakersville, until her retirement. She was a member of Zion (Moselem) Lutheran Church, Richmond Township. Surviving are two sisters, Lillian M. and Arlene L. Lesher, and a brother, Paul L. Lesher, all of Kutztown. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home Inc., Kutztown. Burial will be in Zion (Moselem) Cemetery, Richmond Township.

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

Schlegel, Eliza Jane (nee Moll)

Eliza Jane (nee Moll), wife of Oscar L. Schlegel, died suddenly from heart failure at her late home on Smith street at Topton yesterday morning, aged 62 years, 6 months and 16 days. The deceased was born in this city, a daughter of Ephraim B. and Helena (nee Sourwein) Moll. She was a devoted member of Grace Evangelical church at Kutztown and is survived by her husband and the following children: Sadie E., at home; C. LeRoy, of Emaus; Earl, of Leavenworth, Kansas; Eugene B., of Dryville; Irwin A., of Mertztown R.D. 2, and Edwin L., of Monterey. Seven grandchildren also survive as do a sister, Miss Bertha Moll and three brothers, Abner, Lovey and Victor Moll, all of this city. Funeral arrangements, which were not yet completed last night, will be announced tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 26, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schlegel, Harold John

Among the local survivors of Harold John Schlegel, who died Feb. 6 in his Muhlenberg Township residence, are a sister, Ruth (Schlegel) Acker, and a brother, Stanley Schlegel, both of Kutztown.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, February 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schlegel, Harry W.

Among the local survivors of Harry W. Schlegel, of Ruscombmanor Township, who died June 16 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient 11 days, are three sisters: Rita (Schlegel) Ollar, Rosemarie (Schlegel) Eppler, and Linda (Schlegel) Newth, all of Fleetwood.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schlegel, Harry W.

Services were held for Harry W. Schlegel, 71, of Mynes Road, Ruscombmanor Township, who died June 16 in Reading Hospital. Born in Exeter Township, he was employed 15 years in the packing department by Threshold Inc., last working June 6. Surviving are five sisters. Burial was in Zion (Spies) Church Cemetery, Alsace Township. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, June 25 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schlegel, Harry W.

Services were held for Harry W. Schlegel, 71, of Mynes Road, Ruscombmanor Township, who died June 16 in Reading Hospital. Born in Exeter Township, he was employed 15 years in the packing department by Threshold Inc., last working June 6. Surviving are five sisters. Burial was in Zion (Spies) Church Cemetery, Alsace Township. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, handled the arrangements.

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

Schlegel, Irwin A.

Irwin A. Schlegel, foreman at the Topton foundry where he was employed for the past 28 years, died yesterday at his home, Mertztown R. 1, near Longswamp. He was 46 years old. Born in Allentown, a son of the late Oscar and Eliza, nee Moll, Schlegel, he was a member of Grace Evangelical church, Kutztown. Survivors are his wife, the former Clara Hieter and the following children, Florabell, wife of Norman Kramer, at home; Wayne, gunners mate second class with the Pacific fleet; Grant, shipfitter second class with the Pacific fleet; Lee, fireman first class, also in the Pacific area; Rayneld, seaman second class, Newport, R.I.; Irwin Jr., and anna, at home. Four brothers, LeRoy Schlegel, Wescosville; Earl schlegel, Pennsburg; Eugene Schlegel, Lyons Station; and Edwin Schlegel, Monterey; a sister, Mrs. Sadie Reinert, Mertztown R. 1, and a grandchild also survive.

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

Schlegel, Joseph K.

Joseph K. Schlegel, 66, died last night at his home, 1030 Linden St., after having suffered an illness for several years. He had been bedfast since last Thursday. Mr. Schlegel was the husband of Katie A., nee Schiery, Schlegel, who survives him. He was a son of the late Reuben and Catherine, nee Kutz, Schlegel, and was born at Fleetwood. A machinist by trade, he retired 16 years ago. He held membership in St. Stephen's Lutheran church. Surviving, besides Mrs. Schlegel, are seven children, Anna M., John R., J. Lester, Mary C., Charles E. and William S., all at home, and Howard R., gunenrs mate third class in the U.S. Navy, stationed at Norfolk, Va. He is also survived by three sisters, Mrs. newton Manwiller, Boyertown; Mrs. Clara Hoch, Reading, and Mrs. George Bailey, Fleetwood. He was preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters. One brother, Wilson, died only six weeks ago. Funeral arrangements will be completed today by the Trexler funeral home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 4, 1946, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schlegel, Melvin G.

Services were held in St. Luke's Church, Shoemakersville, for Melvin G. Schlegel of Stony Run Village, Denver, Lancaster County, formerly of Shoemakersville, who died March 11 in Ephrata Community Hospital, where he was a patient for four days. He was taken to the hospital from Denver Nursing Home, Stevens, Lancaster County. Burial was in St. Luke's Cemetery. He was the husband of Elsie R. (Swoyer) Schlegel. Born in Fleetwood, he was a son of the late Pius and Alice (Stout) Schlegel. Until retiring in 1976, he was employed for many years as a business equipment service technician by Frieden Office Machine Co., Reading. Schlegel was a member of St. Luke's Church, Shoemakersville. Surviving is a son, Ronald M., Ephrata. There are five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, March 17, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schlegel, William S.

William S. Schlegel, crossing watchman for the P. & R., while going to work Tuesday, was struck by engine 1526, eastbound freight train. He was taken cae by the proprietor of the Lyons Hotel, Robert Baro, at which place he expired soon afterward. The accident happened while Mr. Schlegel was coming to work and while waiting on a westbound freight to pass to enter his watch box, failing to hear the whistle of the east bound train and was hurled with some force to the side of the track. Willing hands who witnessed the sad accident ran to his assistance and took him to the home of Robert Barto and immediately called Dr. Roger. On his arrival life was extinct. Mr. Schlegel was employed by the P. & R. for 26 years. A number of years as trackwalker. He was a faithful employe and was well liked by all who knew him. The people in his community as the news was spread bowed their heads to this well liked gentleman. Mr. Schlegel leaves his wife and ten children.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 3, 1918, p. 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schleicher, Adelle Gloria

Adelle Gloria Schleicher, infant daughter of Paul and Myrtle, nee Dierolf, Schleicher, died at the home of the parents, Cherry St., Topton, Monday night. She was aged one year. Besides the parents, there survive these brothers and sisters: Althea, Sinking Spring; Ellen, Topton; Jeanette, Paul, Robert, Richard, Leonard and Dallas, all of Topton; the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Ellen Dierolf, of Topton. Strictly private funeral services will be held from the late home on Thursday at 2 p.m. The Rev. William H. Klein will officiate and burial will be made in Union cemetery, Topton.

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

Schlenker, Emma S. (nee Walbert)

Mrs. Emma S. Schlenker, 81, a former resident of Topton, died Wednesday night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Clara Schille, 470 Abington Ave., East Orange, N.J., where she resided the last year. Mrs. Schlenker was a daughter of the late David and Sarah Maury Walbert. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton. Her husband, Charles H. Schlenker, died in 1950. Surviving with her daughter are two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, 107 S. Home Ave., Topton. Viewing from 7 to 8:30 p.m. today.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 5, 1958, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schlesman, William

Schlesman - In Millersburg, January 10th, William Schlesman, husband of Catharine Schlesman, aged 71 years, 5 months and 25 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 25, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schlessman, James

Schlessman - In Bethel, March 6th, James Schlessman, son of John & Juddy Schlessman, aged 12 years, 2 months and 9 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 18, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schlicher, Charles F.

Charles F. Schlicher of 948 Main St., Pennsburg, died Saturday in Allentown Hospital. He was 79. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Menno and Sarah (Marks) Schlicher. Surviving with his widow, Gertie (Trumbauer) Schlicher, are two daughters, Mrs. Florence Zepp of Quakertown and Beulah, wife of Martin Catherman of Pennsburg; three brothers, Harvey of Corning, Herbert of Pottstown and Clarence of Boyertown; three sisters, Mrs. Katie Schantz of Spinnerstown, Mrs. Sarah Reigner of Pennsburg and Mrs. Bertha Triechler of Hereford; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow in the Benner Funeral Home, Red Hill. Viewing will be from 7:30 - 8:30 tonight.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 4, 1963, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schlicher, Child

Schlicher, Sarah Ann

Schlichter, Jacob

Schlier, Elias

Schlier -- In Shoemakersville, September 12th, Elias Schlier, husband of Emmeline S. Reiter, aged 35 years, 5 months and 2? days.

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

Schlieve, Harold A.

Harold A. Schlieve, 85, Muhlenberg Township, died May 14 at noon in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for one day. He had been predeceased by his wife, Myrle N. (Weber) Schlieve. Born in Temple, he was a son of the late Wilson E. and Edna (Rothenberger) Schlieve. Schlieve had been employed for 11 years by Allied Corp., Reading, retiring as shipping supervisor in January 1983. He was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Hyde Park. Schlieve was an Army veteran of World War II. He is survived by a granddaughter, Kelly S. Schlieve, Columbus, Ohio; and two grandsons, Kent D. and Kirk M. Schlieve, both of Muhlenberg Township. There are also two great-grandchildren. Schlieve was predeceased by a son, David A., on June 6, 1979. Private graveside services will be in Alsace Cemetery, Hyde Park. Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

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

Schlotterer, Evangeline

Schlottman, Betty A.

Services were held for Betty A. Schlottman, 74, of Hill Avenue, Amity Township, who died November 10 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient. Her husband, Robert A. Schlottman Jr., died in 1977. She was born in Walnuttown. Surviving is a daughter, Sheila (Schlottman) Heller, Amity Township. Other survivors include two brothers, Franklin Stufflet, Birdsboro, and Paul Stufflet, Brodheadsville, Monroe County; and a sister, Ellen (Kline) Debiec, Mohnton. There are also a granddaughter and a great-grandson. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, was in charge of handling the arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, November 20, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schlottman, Shirley D.

Funeral Services for four-year old Shirley D Schlottman, who was strangled to death in her home, 210 Hudson St., on Sunday, will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. instead of Thursday, at the F.F. Seidel Funeral Chapel, to permit the father, Private Warren L Schlottman, to return from Camp Adair, OR. The child died when pinned between a chest of drawers, which upset, and the footend of a bed. Interment will be made in Becker’s (St. Peter’s) Cemetery. The Rev. Luther F Schlenker will officiate.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 31, 1945. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schlottman, Simon M.

Fleetwood, Aug. 5 (Special). Simon M. Schlottman died from complications at his home in Richmond township, just north of this borough, aged 74 years and 4 days. Death followed an illness of two weeks. He was a son of the late Marks and Naomi (Hoyer) Schlottman. He was a former resident of Ruscombmanor township and engaged in farming for many years. He was a charter member of Camp 68, P.O.S. of A., Hyde Park. There survive his widow, Elizabeth (Kemp) Schlottman; these children: John L., this borough; Benjamin H., Temple; Lloyd E., at home; Florence, wife of George D. Moyer, Weisenberg township; Meretta, wife of Ephraim Hartz; Leroy M., this borough; Robert A., Blandon; Jerome R., Fleetwood R.D.; G. Theresa, wife of Joseph Belz; Ruth E., wife of Earl Becker, Reading; Larue, at home; Sarah J., wife of Herbert Manmiller, Pricetown; A. Helen, at home; 16 grandchildren; three brothers and one sister; George, Reading; Edward, William and S. Martha Bernharts. Funeral on Thursday at 1 p.m. from the home. Further services in St. Paul's Chapel, Rev. J.B. Landis officiating. Interment in Gernant's Church Cemetery, in charge of Funeral Director J.W. Stump, of town.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 5, 1929. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schmale, James W.

Among the local survivors of James W. Schmale, Birdsboro, who died Dec. 10 in Reading Hospital, is a half brother, David Fix, Fleetwood.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, December 18, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schmeck, Agnes M. (nee Rothermel)

Agnes M. Schmeck, 81, died Sunday at 3:50 p.m. in her Hamburg R.D. 2, Richmond Township residence. She was the wife of Nicholas G. Schmeck. Born in Richmond Township, she was a daughter of the late Nelson S. and Elda S. (Borrel) Rothermel. Schmeck was employed for several years by the former Western Electric Co., now Lucent Technologies, Muhlenberg Twp., retiring in 1976. She is also survived by Fay E., wife of Vincent H. Hart, Oley. Other survivors include a brother, Edward Rothermel, Riverview Park; and a sister, Pearl, wife of Max Kohl, Reading. There are also two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, September 23, 1996. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Austin

Austin Schmeck, a former Muhlenberg Township commissioner, died Saturday night at 10:20 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Jan 3.

Schmeck 66, of 3114 Harrison Ave., Muhlenberg Park, had served a term on the board of commissioners in the 1960s. During that time, he had acted as roadmaster of the township.

He also served as a policeman for the township for five years.

Schmeck was the husband of Grace M. (Ulrich) Schmeck.

Born in Temple, he was a son of the late Wellington Y. and Mary (Glass) Schmeck.

A Mariner veteran of World War II, he was a member of Epler’s United Church of Christ, Leesport R.D.1.

He was employed by Windsor services Inc., for 15 years, retiring in April 1983.

In addition to his widow, he is survived by a son Lynn A. at home; a daughter Elyse A., wife of John K Showalter, Sinking Spring; and a grandchild.

Four brothers John G. of Dunedin, FL, Nicholas of Moselem Springs, Paul G. of Hyde Crest and Wayne of Birdsboro. Also two sisters; Sally, widow of Jay Lantz, Hyde Park, and Marcella wife of Charles Fegley, South Temple.

The Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 20, 1984. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Cylesta C.

Cylesta C. Schmeck, 86, of 301 Dorchester Ave., Lincoln Park died Friday at 3 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since Dec 29. Her Husband Raymond B Schmeck died May 25 1973. Born in Spring Township, she was the daughter of the late Charles And Edith (Mogel) Hettinger. Schmeck was employed 18 years as a seamer for the former Busy Bee Hosiery Co. Inc., Reading.

She was a member of the Lincoln Park Community United Methodist Church.

Surviving is a daughter Geraldine G (Schmeck) Wiley, Liberty, NY. Other survivors include a sister, Adah (Hettinger) Hamaker, in Delaware, and two grandsons.

Services will be Tuesday at noon in the Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 27, 1999. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Daniel

In Hyde Park of the 15th, Daniel Schmeck, aged 87 years 7 months and 28 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, in Hyde Park, on Monday at 9:30 a.m. at the house. Services and Interment at Spies Church.

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

Schmeck, Daniel

Schmeck, Daniel R.

Services for Daniel R Schmeck, 71, of 2741 5th St Highway, Hyde Park, who died Thursday morning at Reading Hospital, where he was a patient for one day will be held on Monday at 1:30 p.m.

The Rev. Samuel C Jaxheimer will officiate on the Gibson & Sanders Funeral Home. Burial will be made in Alsace Cemetery.

Born in Hyde Park, a son of the late Wellington and Mary (Glass) Schmeck, he had been employed as a brakeman by the Reading Co. for 40 years before retiring in 1961.

An Army veteran of World War I. Mr. Schmeck was a member of the Goodwill Fire Co., Hyde Park.

He is survived by a daughter Virginia wife of Kenneth B. McNabb, Reading; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Two sisters, Sallie, wife of Jay Lantz, Hyde Park, and Marcella, wife of Charles Fegley, South Temple, and seven brothers; Wayne, Birdsboro; William, Hyde Park; Nicholas, Moselem Springs; Austin Muhlenberg Park; Paul, Hyde Crest; Howard, Phoenix, AZ.; and John Dunedin, FL.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 28, 1969. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Edna I. (nee Lenhart)

Edna I. Schmeck, 92 formerly of Heath Avenue, Muhlenberg Twp., died Mar 17 in Kutztown Manor Inc., where she had resided since Oct 15, 2001.

She was the wife of Paul G. Schmeck also a resident at Kutztown Manor.

Born in Reading she was a daughter of the late Howard and Laura (Dumb) Lenhart.

Schmeck also survived by a daughter, Jean L. (Schmeck) Elmo-Volz, Charlotte, N.C. two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Services will be private in Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc. Burial will be private.

[Source: Reading Eagle, March 18, 2003. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Grace M. (nee Ulrich)

Grace M. Scheck, 74 of 3114 Harrison Ave., Muhlenberg Park, died Monday at 7:36 a.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since Sunday.

Her husband died Feb 18 1984.

Born in Bern Township, she was the daughter of the late George A and Lillie R. (Haag) Ulrich.

She was a member of Epler’s United Church of Christ, Bern Township.

Survivors include a daughter, Elyse A., wife of Stephen C. Ross, Bernville R.D.1; a son Lynn A., at home; a sister Helen M., wife of Ralph Kauffman, Hyde Park, and a granddaughter.

Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, March 17, 1992. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Harry J.

Private services were held for Harry J. Schmeck, 74, of Cotton Street, Reading, who died June 14 in St. Joseph Medical Center, Born in Gibraltar, Schmeck was employed for 20 years as a bartender in various Berks establishments until his retirement. Schmeck, who resided with Nancy J. Kostival, is survived by a son, Barry, Spring Township; and two daughters, Alice (Schmeck) Swist, Birdsboro, and Mary (Schmeck) May, Laureldale. Other survivors include a sister, Alice (Schmeck) Degler, Gibraltar; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The Kopicki-Bradley Funeral Home Inc., Reading, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, June 25 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schmeck, Helen A.

Helen A. Schmeck 93, of 528 Columbia Ave., Temple formerly of 403 N, Fifth St., died Friday at 2:45 a.m., in the Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since May 18.

Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Adam and Katie (Maderia) Schmeck.

Schmeck was employed for 50 years as an assistant mortician at Francis F Seidel Funeral Home Inc., retiring in 1987.

Surviving are her half sister, Miriam, widow of Harry Herb, a resident of Wyomissing Nursing & Rehabilitation Center; and a nephew, Richard Good, with whom she resided.

Also surviving are several other nephews.

Services will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading. Burial will be in Alsace Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 10, 1995. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, J. Adam

In Hyde Park, on the 12th, J. Adam Schmeck, 213 Jefferson St., Hyde Park, aged 87 years and 30 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services, without further notice, from F. F. Seidels Funeral Chapel, 117 N. 5th St., Saturday at 1:30 p.m.. Interment in Hinnershitz Cemetery. Friends may call at the Funeral Home Friday evening. Please omit flowers.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 14, 1936. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Marie (nee Faber)

Marie Schmeck, 88, of 1096 E Main St., Douglassville, died Thursday at 10:25 p.m. in Pottstown Medical Center, where she had been a patient one day. She was the wife of Wayne A Schmeck. Born in Baumstown, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Ida (Kinsey) Faber.

She is also survived by two sons, Wayne E., at home, and Daniel B., East Coventry Township, Chester County. Other survivors include three grandchildren.

Services will be private in Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro. Burial will be in Birdsboro Cemetery

[Source: Reading Eagle, December 20, 1996. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Mary (nee Glass)

Mrs. Mary (Glass) Schmeck,77, wife of Wellington Y. Schmeck, 132 Madison Ave., Hyde Park, died yesterday in Community General Hospital.

Born in Muhlenberg Township a daughter of the laste Amos and Esther Hettie (Heckman) Glass. Mrs. Schmeck was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by nine sons: Daniel R. and John A., both of Reading; William H., Nicholas G and Paul G., all of Hyde Park; W. Edgar of Yellow House: Wayne A., of Douglassville; Howard E., of Pilot Rock., OR, and Austin G of Muhlenberg Park.

Two daughters: Sallie G., wife of J. D. Lantz, Hyde Park, and Marcella, wife of Charles Fegley, South Temple; 16 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; a brother John of Gibraltar and three sisters; Amanda, widow of Samuel Weand, and Mrs. Katie Aulenbach, both of Reading and Nora wife of Daniel Haas, Douglassville.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 1 p.m. in the Lutz Funeral Home. The Rev. Dr. Lester E. Fetter will officiate. Burial will be made in Alsace Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 18, 1957. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Millie Mae

Services will be held for Millie Mae (Quinter) Schmeck, 78, of White Bear Road, Birdsboro, who died February 22 in Reading Hospital and Medical Center. She was the widow of Lucian Oliver Schmeck. Born in Allentown, she was a homemaker. Schmeck was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Gibraltar. Surviving is a son, David K. Schmeck, Birdsoro, with whom she resided; a daughter, Linda M. Fischer of Reading; one sister and one grandchild. Contributions may be made to St. John's United Church of Christ, P.O. Box 276, Birdsboro, PA 19508 or Caring Hospice Services, 400 Commerce Drive, Suite C, Fort Washington, PA 19034. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at the Dengler Funeral Home, 144 Spruce St., Birdsboro. The Rev. Sterling Fritz will officiate. A viewing will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Gibraltar.

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

Schmeck, Nicholas G.

Nicholas G. Schmeck, 87, of Moselem Springs Road, Richmond Township, died Oct 23 in his residence. His wife Agnes N (Rothermel) Schmeck died Sep 22 1996. Born in Muhlenberg Township, Schmeck was a son of the late Wellington and Mary (Glass) Schmeck. He was employed for many years by Windsor Service Corp., Muhlenberg Township, and also a former constable for Muhlenberg Township. Schmeck also was a life member if the Goodwill Fire Company, Hyde Park.

Schmeck is survived by a daughter Fay E (Schmeck) Hart, Oley: a brother, Wayne Schmeck, Birdsboro; and a sister Marcella (Schmeck) Fegley, Temple. Other survivors include two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, October 24, 2001. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Oscar Y.

Oscar Y. Schmeck, 100 of 223 S. Spruce St., Birdsboro died Wednesday morning in the Reading Nursing Center, West Reading, where he had been since March. Employed by the Reading Co. from 1906 until retiring in 1947, he had been a director of the Conestoga Telephone Co. for 48 years before retiring in 1969. He had been secretary for the company for over 30 years. Schmeck had been a justice of the peace in Birdsboro from 1926-1932. He was a graduate of the former H.Y. Stoner Business College, Reading.

The husband of Lillie M. (Schweitzer) Schmeck, he was born in Alsace Township, a son of J. Adam and Sarah (Yoder) Schmeck. He was a member of the St Mark’s Lutheran Church, Birdsboro. Surviving are two sons: Harold S of Delran, NJ., and Luther L. of Birdsboro, and four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

The Shalkop Funeral Home, Birdsboro, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 26, 1982. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Wayne A.

Wayne a Schmeck, 101, formerly of Union Township, died Dec 27, 2006, at 10:20 a.m. in ManorCare Health Services, Pottstown, where he had resided for the past six years.

His wife L. Marie (Faber) Schmeck, died Dec 19, 1996.

Born in Hyde Park, he was a son of the late Wellington and Mary (Glass) Schmeck.

Schmeck was employed for 25 years by the John T Dyer Quarry, Union Township, retiring in 1967.

Surviving are two sons, Daniel B., husband of Lucille F Schmeck, North Coventry Township, Chester County, and Wayne E Schmeck, Malvern.

Other survivors include three grandchildren and a step great-grandson.

Services will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the Dengler Funeral Home Inc., 144 N. Spruce St., Birdsboro, with the Rev. Verne E Snyder officiating. Burial will be in Birdsboro Cemetery, Union Township. Viewing will be held one hour prior to the services in the funeral home.

[Source: Reading Eagle, December 28, 2006. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, Wellington Yoder

Wellington Yoder Schmeck, 90, died Monday July 4, in Hyde Park. Born in Alsace Township, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Adam Schmeck, he was preceded in death in 1957 by his wife Mary (Glass) Schmeck. Before retiring, Schmeck had been employed as a fireman by the former Rosedale Knitting Mills. He was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church and the Goodwill Fire Co., Hyde Park.

Surviving are two daughters, Sally, wife of Jay Lantz. Hyde Park, and Marcella, wife of Charles Fegley, South Temple; William of Hyde Park; Wayne, of Birdsboro; Howard of Phoenix AZ; Howard of Dunedin FL; Nicholas of Moselem Springs; Austin of Muhlenberg Park; and Paul of Hyde Crest. Sixteen grandchildren; two brothers Ammon of Laureldale and Oscar of Birdsboro, and two sisters, Alice wife of Samuel Leinbach, Temple and Hannah, wife of Scott Kiefer, in Florida.

Services will be held in the Mertz Funeral Home Laureldale, the Rev. Larry R Hassler officiating. Burial will follow in Alsace Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 6, 1966. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmeck, William H.

On the 22nd William H Schmeck of Hyde Park, age 73 years. Services from Milkins Funeral Home, 4914 Kutztown Rd., Temple, Friday at 10:30 a.m. Interment in Alsace Cemetery. The family request no flowers be sent. No viewing.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 23, 1977. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Schmehl, Bernard

Kutztown, June 9 -- Bernard Schmehl, 218 South Fourteenth street, for many years sales manager for the Barrett company of New York city, died at his home, 4:30 yesterday, following an illness of 15 months. He was 58. Mr. Schmehl, a native of Kutztown, was a son of the late Nathan S. and Louisa S. (Scheidt) Schmehl) and attended the Kutztown public schools, Keystone State Normal school, from which he was graduated in 1893, and the Allentown Business College, class of 1897. He was married 30 years ago to Kathryn O'Malley, who survives him. Mr. Schmehl was a member of Olivet Lodge, No. 607, F. and A.M., the Mileta, Royal Arch Lodge, Chapter No. 184, of Philadelphia, and a former member of the Elks club, of this city. He was also a member of Christ Lutheran Church of New York city. One son, Bernard, Jr., preceded him in death. Funeral, Thursday at 2 p.m., at the house. Further services at 3:15 p.m. in Kutztown Gonser Memorial Church. Burial in Fairview Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 9, 1936. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schmehl, Eugene N.

Eugene N. Schmehl, 75, Kenhorst, died July 15 at 10:25 a.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., West Reading, where he had been a patient since June 29. He was the husband of Jennie T. (DiFederico) Schmehl. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Howard J. and Alice E. (Arnold) Schmehl. Schmehl had been last employed for 10 years as an area sales merchandiser by Brown & Williamson Tobacco Co., based in Kentucky, retiring in July 2003. He was a member of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church, Reading. Schmehl was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. He is also survived by a son, Ronald E., Shillington. Other survivors include a brother, William R., Reading. There are also two grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday at 9:30 a.m. in St. Peter's Church. Entombment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Laureldale. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

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

Schmehl, Hannah

Schmehl--In Bern township, on the 31st ult., Hannah Schmehl (nee Betz), widow of Lewis Schmehl, aged 60 years, 7 months and 27 days. Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from her late residence in Bern township, near Fairview Hotel, on Tuesday April 5 at 9:30 a.m. at the house. Services and interment at Epler's Church. Trains will meet all early trains at Leesport on P. & R.R. road.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, April 2, 1910. Submitted by Nancy.]

Schmeltzle, Rosa A. (nee Schneck)

Mrs. Rose A. (Schneck) Schmeltzle, 79, died at 3:50 p.m. yesterday in her home along Allentown R. 2. A native of Longswamp township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Mary Ann (Geiger) Schneck. Mrs. Schmeltzle was a member of Western Salisbury Lutheran church. She leaves her husband, Robert V. Schmeltzle; two sons, Henry, at home, and George, Allentown R. 3; one daughter, Mrs. Robert Folk of Emmaus; 13 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 15, 1950, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmick, John Henry

In Hamburg, on Sunday, Sept. 21st, John Henry Schmick, aged 40 years, 8 month s and 6 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of his father, Elias Schmick, near Hamburg, in Tilden township, on Thursday morning, Sept. 25, at 10 o'clock. Services in St. John's church, Hamburg.

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

Schmick, Wm.

The funeral of the late Wm. Schmick was held on Saturday forenoon. Deceased died on the 27th ult. He resided with his daughter here, Mrs. Frank Hensinger. He was sick with liver complaint and brought his age to 75 years. Deceased was a native of Longswamp and was buried at the Longswamp church. Rev. Mr. Humbert officiated. The following children survive: Alfred and Oliver, of Emaus; Augustus, of Fleetwood; James, of Maple Grove; Mrs. Frank Hensinger, of town, and Mrs. Samuel Stevens, of Ambler.

[Source: Emaus News, Macungie Progress, Macungie, Pennsylvania, Thursday, September 5, 1901, page 4]

[Source: Emaus News, Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 5, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmidt, Anna Barbara

In Bern, February 12th, Anna Barbara Schmidt, mother of Henry Schoewalter, aged 87 years, 3 months and 1 day.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 28, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]


Schmidt, Elizabeth

Schmidt, Frederick W.

On the 5th inst., Frederick W. Schmidt Jr., husband of Irene M. (nee Jabkowski) Schmidt, of 50 W. Lincoln Rd., Linstead, age 53 years. The Rev. Gunther J. Stippich will officiate at services from the Theo. C. Auman, Inc. Funeral Parlors, 247 Penn St., Monday at 3 p.m. Interment in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, December 7, 1963. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schmoyer, Adam Albright

Schmoyer -- In Trexlertown, January 3d, Adam Albright, son of Elias Abraham, and Mary Ann Schmoyer, aged 4 years, 8 months, and 19 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 24, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schmoyer, Carrie E.

Carrie E. Schmoyer of Shamrock, Berks county, died at 3 p.m. yesterday in Allentown hospital, where she had been a patient since May 22. Miss Schmoyer was 65 years old. A daughter of the late James W. and Mary (Kocher) Schmoyer, she was born in Upper Macungie township, Lehigh county, but had lived in Shamrock the last 12 years. A sister, Mrs. Edward Knappenberger of Cetronia, survives.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 15 1948, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Charles E.

Charles E. Schmoyer of 755 Lincoln Ave., Pottstown, died Saturday night in the Pottstown Hospital where he was a patient for four days. He was 77. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Manassas G. and Mary A. Schiffert Schmoyer. He moved to Pottstown 14 years ago after residing most of his life at Macungie R. 1. Schmoyer retired five years ago after working as a machine operator for Dana Corp., Pottstown. He was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Lehigh Church, Alburtis R. 1; Fraternal Order of Tigers, Allentown, and the United Auto Workers Union, Pottstown. Surviving are seven sons, the Rev. Paul E. Schmoyer, Reading; Arthur M., with whom he resided; Charles W. and Howard G., both of Pottstown R.D.; Henry H., Louisville, Ky.; Richard F., Macungie R. 1, and Wilson D., Perkiomenville R.D.; two daughters, Anna M., wife of Earl R. Geist, Allentown, and Erma C., wife of C. Richard Frye, Pottstown R.D.; nine brothers, Frank, Boyertown; William, Erwin and Walter, all of Allentown; Robert, Alburtis; John, Macungie R. 1; Clarence, Mertztown; Edgar, Fullerton and Horace, Fogelsville; three sisters, Mrs. Harry Lauer and Mrs. Abraham Hess, both of Macungie R.D., and Mrs. Wilmer Lynn, Lyons, and 20 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Lizzie A. M. Gehris Schmoyer, and two sisters, Priscill and Mary. Services will be at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in Lehigh Church, Alburtis R. 1, with viewing 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 23, 1959, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Elizabeth (nee Gery)

Mrs. Henry Schmoyer, Sr., nee Elizabeth Gery, of near Siesholtzville, died Monday night, after a severe illness from diabetes. She suffered intensely for several days. Deceased was the mother of Mrs. Augustus Weaver, Mrs. Nathaniel Conrad, Mrs. Harry Albright and Miss Emma Schmoyer, of town. Michael and Lizzie still at home; Henry, of Perryville, Sassaman, of Allentown, and Manasses, also residing at home, survive, beside the husband. Deceased brought her age to 67 years. The funeral takes place on Saturday, burial being made at Huff's Church. Rev. Eli Keller will officiate. A remarkable fact is that deceased was one of fourteen children, twelve of whom survive. Her's was also the first funeral to take place from her home. She was a respected lady and many friends mourn with the relatives in her demise.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 11, 1894, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Elizabeth Laura (nee Moll)

Mrs. Elizabeth Laura Schmoyer, widow of Sylvester D. Schmoyer and who had been blind for the past fifteen years, died Friday night at the home of her niece and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick W. Oberholzer, 416 Main street, Macungie. She was aged 69 years, 5 months and 17 days. Born in Long Swamp, Berks county, she was the daughter of the late Franklin F. Moll and Angelina, nee Schmoyer, Moll. Her husband died twenty-nine years ago in an ore mine accident. A son died in infancy. She was a member of Martha Washington lodge, D. of A., of Emaus, the members of which will attend her funeral. There survive two nieces, Mrs. Charles Krauss and Mrs. Fred Oberholzer. These, with the late Ellen Snyder, were reared by Mrs. Schmoyer. There also survive two sisters, Mrs. Michael Schmoyer and Mrs. Irene Beichler, both of Macungie. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 1.30 p.m., daylight saving time. Services at the Oberholzer home in Macungie will be followed by services conducted by Rev. M. G. Beers at Solomons church, Macungie. Burial will be made in the Rauch Hertzog cemetery, Huffs church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 20, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Florence L.

Suffering one week with pleurisy and pneumonia, Florence L., wife of Charles H. Schmoyer, died at her home in Fleetwood yesterday morning at three o'clock. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Hensinger, of Alburtis, from whose residence the funeral will take place Saturday at 9.30 o'clock. The deceased was a member of the Ladies' Aid Society of St. Paul's church, Fleetwood, and the Bible class of the Sunday school. She was aged 36 years and 29 days.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 22, 1919, p. 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, George D. Sr.

George D. Schmoyer, Sr. of Red Lion, Macungie R. 1, a former road supervisor and school director in Berks County, died suddenly yesterday afternoon in his home. He was 82. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late David and Eliza Dankel Schmoyer. He was a lifelong resident of the Macungie area. Schmoyer was former supervisor of the State Highway Department in Longswamp Township and later served as a road supervisor for the township. He served for 32 years on the Longswamp Township School Board, retiring several years ago. He was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Huffs Union Church, and the Woodmen of the World. Surviving are three sons, David, Alburtis; George Jr., with whom he resided, and William, Allentown; two daughters, Stella, wife of Lloyd Reinert, Barto R. 1, and Mrs. Lizzie Landis, Macungie R. 1; 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the DeLong & Trexler Funeral Home, Topton, with viewing 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 29, 1959, page 52. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Harvey M.

Harvey M. Schmoyer, 78, an employe in Guth Bros. leather shop for over 58 years, died at 4:45 a.m. Monday at his home, 1535 Allen St. He had been in failing health for the past eight months. For the last 14 years, until his retirement in April, due to ill health, Mr. Schmoyer had been foreman in the Guth shop. During his years as a saddler he had seen the decline of the demand for harness that had been the principal part of his work when he first started as an apprentice. Born in Union township, Lebanon county, a son of the late James and Eliza (Lichtenwalner) Schmoyer, he was living in Mertztown when he first started to work in Shamrock. Coming to this city 54 years ago, he was employed at that time by L. A. T. Wartman and Co. He was a member of the Mertztown Lutheran church, and was affiliated with IOOF 390, Coopersburg; Livingston Castle 250, Unity Encampment 12, Loyal Order of Moose, Rebekahs No. 72, and the Golden Eagle, all of Allentown. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. M. Alice (Warmkessel) Schmoyer, four sons, Mervin T., Warren J., and Canton H., all of Allentown, and Albert L., of Orefield, three daughters, Mrs. Bessie A. Bigney and Margaret E., wife of Leon Ritter, both of Allentown, and Viola E., wife of George J. McCullough, Wakefield, Mass.; 2 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. William Wolfgang, Gilbertsville. A son Raymond W. preceded him in death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 7, 1948, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Henry

Henry Schmoyer, a well known and highly respected citizen of the eastern section of Longswamp township, near Siesholtzville, was found dead in bed on Monday morning, having died during the night of heart disease of which he was a sufferer. He, however, had retired apparently well and in good spirits about ten o'clock Sunday evening. Deceased was in his 70th year and resided at his pleasant homestead with his daughter and two sons. His wife preceded him three years. He was a son of Daniel Schmoyer and his wife, the latter a born Heimbach. One brother, Daniel, survives and the following nine children: Michael, Manasses and Lizzie, at home; Henry, of Harlem; Sassaman, of Allentown; Mrs. Augustus Weaver, Mrs. Nathaniel Conrad, Mrs. Harry Albright and Emma, of Macungie; also, thirty grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Saturday. Services will be held at the house at 9.30 a.m., and at Huff's Church and interment will be made on cemetery of said church. Rev. Eli Keller will officiate. Deceased was a consistent member of the Reformed church. He was a kind father and worthy man in every way. Our sympathies are extended to the bereaved children.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, April 15, 1897, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Henry J.

Henry J. Schmoyer, 81, husband of Katie E. (Heimbach) Schmoyer, died yesterday afternoon at his home at Harlem, Macungie R. 1. He had been ill 12 weeks. A native of Longswamp township, Berks county, he was a son of the late Henry H. and Elizabeth (Gery) Schmoyer, and until four years ago was a farmer near his late home for many years. Mr. Schmoyer was a member of the Reformed wing of Huff’s church and Sunday school, and formerly served as deacon and elder of the church for 13 years. Besides his wife he is survived by a son Harvey of Schnecksville, eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a brother, Mannases of Macungie R. 1. A son and a daughter preceded him in death. Rev. J. N. Blatt will officiate at services to be held from the home on Saturday at 1:30 p.m., and at further services at Huff’s church. Burial in Rauch cemetery at Huff’s church.

Death Notice (p. 21): Age at death = 81 years, 5 months, 21 days

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 28, 1945, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Herbert L.

Schmoyer, Horatio

Horatio Schmoyer, retired carpenter and cabinet maker of Red Lion, Macungie R. 1, died yesterday at noon at the Allentown hospital where he had been a patient for the past ten days, undergoing treatment for diabetes, an ailment with which he has been suffering for the past ten years. He was in his seventy-fourth year. Born in Berks county, Mr. Schmoyer was a son of the late David and Eliza, nee Dankel, Schmoyer. He was employed by furniture factories in Allentown for many years, his last position being with the Yeager company. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church and fraternally was affiliated with Council No. 1014, Fraternal Patriotic Americans of Alburtis. He is survived by his wife and by these children: Charles Schmoyer, Fleetwood; Clarence Schmoyer, Alburtis; Wilson Schmoyer, Emaus; Mrs. W. L. Maurer, with whom he resided in Red Lion; Mrs. Clarence Hauser, Catasauqua; Mrs. Robert Moll, Philadelphia; Mrs. Herbert Lichtenwalner, Emaus, and Mrs. Howard Roth, Fleetwood. He is further survived by twenty-one grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, two brothers, George Schmoyer of Red Lion, and Jeremiah Schmoyer of Catasauqua, and by one sister, Mrs. Eliza Troxell of Red Lion. His first wife preceded him in death eighteen years ago. Funeral services will be held at his late home, the residence of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Maurer, Red Lion, Macungie R. 1, Saturday at 1.30 o'clock, daylight saving time. Continued services will be held in the Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining. Friends may call Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 20, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Mrs. James (nee Lichtenwalner)

Mrs. James Schmoyer (nee Lichtenwalner) died at Lyons. She leaves the following children: Llewellyn, near Allentown; Harvey, Allentown; Rasmus, of town; Mrs. Metzler, Trexlertown, and Mrs. Alice Wolfgang, of Lyons. She also leaves the following brother and sisters: Lewis, Chapman's Station; Mrs. Mary Gernert, Lebanon; Mrs. Israel Stettler, Trexlertown; Mrs. Susan Schantz, Chapman's.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 9, 1914, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Mrs. Jonathan

The wife of Mr. Jonathan Schmoyer, residing in Longswamp tsp., Berks Co., near the line dividing it from Lehigh county, died recently quite suddenly. In her death the relatives and friends and community at large have encountered a loss that is irreparable, and while we realize the futility of human efforts in attempting to lift the veil of affliction, there is the consolation that it has undoubtedly fallen to the lot of the departed to realize the fruition of that “peace that passeth understanding.” Of a quiet, retiring disposition her sphere was in the home circle, where she was loved and idolized. She was a member of the Lutheran church, to whose faith and worship and welfare she was strongly attached, and the zeal and cheerfulness with which she engaged in all good works are precious testimonials of her Christian character. She loved her family and friends, and the recollection of her kindness, affection and friendship, as well as her many good deeds, will linger like sweet perfume in the hearts of those who knew her best. The bereaved husband and five sorrowing children in their great affliction have the sympathy of all.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 10, 1880, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Katie (nee Layton)

Mrs. Katie (Layton) Schmoyer, wife of Franklin H. Schmoyer, died yesterday in the Styer Convalescent Home, Pennsburg. She was 76. The couple resided at 225 E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown. They celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary last year. Born in South Whitehall Township, Mrs. Schmoyer was a daughter of the late William J. and Mary M. (Snyder) Layton. She was a member of Huffs Lutheran Church, Huffs Church, Berks County. Surviving besides her husband are two sons, Raymond, with whom she resided, and Albert of Bally; a sister, Mrs. Effie Heffner of Quakertown R.D.; a brother, Clarence, of Phoenix, Ariz.; eight grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Huffs Lutheran Church. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Friday in the L. W. Ott Funeral Home, 111 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 25, 1961, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Katie E.

Mrs. Katie E. Schmoyer of Schnecksville, died yesterday in the Rockhill Mennonite Home, Sellersville. She was 92. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Heimbach. Before moving to Schnecksville, she had lived for many years in Harlem, Macungie R. 1. Her husband, Henry G. Schmoyer, died 16 years ago. Mrs. Schmoyer was a member of the United Church of Christ wing of Huffs Church. Surviving are a son, Harvey L., of Schnecksville; a brother, John Heimbach of Greenawalds; eight grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 2, 1962, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Lizzie Ann (nee Reinert)

Mrs. Lizzie Ann Schmoyer, 68, wife of George D. Schmoyer, died Tuesday at her home in Longswamp Twp., Macungie R. 1. A lifelong resident of Longswamp township, she was a daughter of the late Benneville and Catherine Ann (Wean) Reinert. She was a member of Huffs Union church, in the Reformed congregation. Her husband is road supervisor of the township. Besides her husband she is survived by the following children: David M., Alburtis, Harvey B., Woodrow W., and Eliza, wife of Henry H. Ziegenfuss, all of Macungie R. 1, George D. Jr., Alburtis R. 1, Lizzie, wife of Russell Landis, and William C., both of Allentown, Stella, wife of Lloyd Reinert, and Donald D. Landis, both of Barto R. 1, 11 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a brother, Milton Reinert, Macungie R. 1.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 29, 1948, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Llewellyn I.J.

Ill for the past several months from dropsy, Llewellyn I. J. Schmoyer, an aged and respected resident of near Topton, died Monday morning at 5:30 oclock at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Mahlon Behm, midway between Topton and Bowers, in his 70th year. Mr. Schmoyer was a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, and lived there for a number of years. Later he came to this city and was employed at the old Yeager furniture factory. For a period of seventeen years he tenanted the Martin Kemmerer farm, near Emaus. He retired several years ago. He was a son of the late James and Eliza, nee Lichtenwalner, Schmoyer. There survive the following children, Mrs. Mahlon Behm, of near Topton; Mrs. Howard Shuler and Mrs. Arthur Gantz, Coplay R. 1, and Adam and Arthur Schmoyer, Allentown R. 5. There also survives sixteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren and these brothers and sisters, Mrs. Elmira Meitzler, trexlertown; Mrs. William Wolfgang, Gilbertville; Elias, Emaus, and Harvey, Allentown. His wife died twelve years ago. The funeral will be held from the Behm home on Friday at 1:30 oclock. Further services will be held in St. Pauls church, Mertztown. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Schmoyer, Maggie S. (nee Reichard)

Mrs. Maggie S. (Reichard) Schmoyer, 55, 1921 Custard St., Allentown, the wife of Walter Schmoyer, died yesterday in the Allentown Hospital. Born in Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Jerome and Mantana (Herbein) Reichard. Surviving in addition to her husband are three sons, Robert H., Royersford; Ralph M., Vera Cruz, and Russel G., Allentown; four grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Edward Richards, Fleetwood.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 12, 1953, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Manassas G.

Manassas G. Schmoyer, 90, active in his woodworking trade until early this year, died at 7:45 o'clock last night in his home near Seisholtzville, Macungie R. 1. One of the oldest residents of that area and progenitor of a family of 66, Schmoyer had been ill since January and was bedfast five weeks. He was born where he died, in Longswamp township, Berks county, and was a son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Gery) Schmoyer. He had for many years operated a workshop, producing fine woodwork and violins and repairing clocks and watches. In his youth Schmoyer worked in iron mines near his home, principally at the Bittenbender and Rock mines. Later he served for some time as a stone mason and blacksmith. He was a member of the Reformed wing of Huffs church. Predeceased by his wife, Mary (Schiffert) Schmoyer, who died 27 years ago, he leaves 10 sons: Frank H., Boyertown; Charles E., Pottstown; William M., Walter S. and Edgar M., all of Allentown; Robert D., Alburtis; Erwin G., Cetronia; John J., Macungie R. 1; Clarence S., at home, and Horace F., Fogelsville. Also surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Harry Lauer, Macungie R. 1; Mary M. Schmoyer, Orefield R. 1; Mrs. Pierre Rauch, Emmaus; Mrs. Abraham Hess, East Macungie; and Mrs. Wilmer Lynn, Lyons; and 33 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 27, 1948, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Mary A.

Mary A., wife of Manassas Schmoyer, died at her late residence near Seisholtzville, on Monday. She was aged fifty-six years, nine months and seventeen days. Funeral will be held on Saturday at ten a.m. at the house. Further services at Huff�s Church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. She is survived by her husband, and the following children: Frank, of Greenawald; Charles, of Allentown; William, of Allentown; Mrs. Harry Lauer, of Seisholtzville; Mary, of Detroit, Mich.; Robert, Clarence, Edgar, Horace, John, Priscilla, Emma and Edna, all at home; Walter, of Seisholtzville; Irwin, of Allentown. There are also eleven grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 27, 1920, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Mary Mae

Miss Mary Mae Schmoyer, 71, of Orefield, R. 1, died at 2:50 a.m. yesterday in the Allentown Hospital shortly after her admittance. Born in Seisholtzville, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Manassas G. and Mary Alice (Schiffert) Schmoyer. For most of her life, she was in the service of the Ambrose A. Kunkle family, West and Turner Sts., Allentown. She was a member of Huffs Church, Macungie. Surviving are 10 brothers, Robert D., Alburtis; William M. and Walter S., Allentown; John S., Macungie R. 1; Erwin G., Cetronia; Horace, Fogelsville; Frank H. Boyertown; Charles E., Pottstown; Edgar M. Fullerton, and Clarence E., Mertztown; three sisters, Emma, wife of Abraham Hess, Macungie; Lizzie, wife of Harry Lauer, Macungie R. 1, and Edna, wife of Wilmer Lynn, Lyons, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Mrs. Priscilla Rauch. Services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday in the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home, 1601 Hamilton St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 6, 1957, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Michael Daniel

Michael Daniel Schmoyer of 106 Walnut St., Macungie, died at 11 a.m. Tuesday at his home from apoplexy. He was 72 years of age. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, he was the son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Gery) Schmoyer. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Huffs church. Survivors include his wife, Annie J. R. (Moll) Schmoyer; a son, Charles, at home; two daughters, Mrs. William Warmkessel, this city; Mrs. Paul Greis, Macungie; two brothers, Manasses Schmoyer, and Henry Schmoyer, both of Macungie R. 1; a sister, Mrs. Amelia Conrad, Macungie; 8 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 9.30 a.m. Saturday from his late home with continued services in Huffs church. Interment in the Rauch-Hertzog cemetery at Huffs. Rev. James N. Blatt will officiate. Viewing 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 12, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Sassaman G.

Sassaman G. Schmoyer, a former Hotel Allen and Cedar Crest college employe, died yesterday at 12:30 p.m. of complications at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Robert Batz, 528 East Hamilton street. He was 81 years old last September 22. His wife, Lovinia S. (Eisenhart) Schmoyer, celebrated her 83rd birthday anniversary last November 13. He was born the son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Gery) Schmoyer in Longswamp, Lehigh (sic) county. He lived most of his years in Allentown, working as a carpenter for various contractors. For 33 years, he was the repair man at the Hotel Allen until about six years ago. Shortly after leaving the hotel, he was employed at Cedar Crest college and remained there until he retired a year ago. He was a member of the Knights of Friendship Chamber, No. 9, of Lehigh Consultory, and the Bible class of Salem Reformed church. Two sons, three daughters and three sisters have preceded him in death. Survivors are his wife, who is making her home at 528 East Hamilton street; five daughters: Mrs. Clinton Stephens, Mrs. Marcus Shuler, Annie Schmoyer, Mrs. Stella Fritchman and Mrs. Robert Batz, all of Allentown; a step-son, William Laubach, this city; fifteen grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, three brothers, Henry, Harlem; Manasses, Seisholtzville, and Michael, Macungie; and a sister, Mrs. Emily Conrad, Macungie. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. from the home of his daughter and son-in-law. Burial will be made in West End cemetery. Rev. William Kosman, pastor of Salem Reformed church, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 9, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Warren F.

Following an illness of one week of pneumonia, Warren F., the infant son of Clarence S. and Edna (Gehman) Schmoyer, died yesterday at the residence of the parents at Seisholtzville, Macungie, R. D. 1. The child was aged 2 years, 1 month and 15 days. In addition to the parents, the boy is survived by one brother, Arl C., at home; the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Gehman, Macungie, R.D. 1, and the paternal grandfather, Manassas Schmoyer, Seisholtzville. The child was a member of the Cradle Roll of Huffs church Sunday school. Brief services will be held at the residence of the parents on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., with continued services in Huffs church. Rev. J. N. Blatt will officiate. Interment will be made in Rauchs cemetery. Friends are invited to call at the home on Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 1, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schmoyer, Woodrow W.

Woodrow W. Schmoyer, 37, near Red Lion, Macungie R. 1, died suddenly on Monday at the Mack Mfg. Co., where he was employed in the finishing department. Born in Longswamp township, he was a son of George D. and the late Lizzie (Reinert) Schmoyer, and a member of Huffs Union church. Surviving, in addition to his father, are his wife, Mrs. Violet (Dankel) Schmoyer; one son, Fenton C., at home, and the following brothers and sisters: David M., Alburtis; Harvey B., Macungie R. 1; George D., Jr., Alburtis R. 1; William C., Allentown; Stella, wife of Lloyd Reinert, Barto R. 1; Lizzie, wife of Russell Landis, Allentown, and Eliza, wife of Henry Ziegenfuss, Macungie R. 1.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 5, 1950, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schnabel, Rebecca Melinda (nee Miller)

Rebecca Melinda (Miller) Schnabel, widow of Aaron Schnabel, died at 3:30 a.m. yesterday at her home, near Trexler’s Furnace, Alburtis R.D. She was 64 years old. She was born in District township (Berks), the daughter of Charles and Rebecca (Moser) Miller. She was a member of the Most Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic church, Bally, and the Altar society of the church. Survivors are her eight sons: Walter and Lloyd, at home; Henry, Shamrock; Stephen and Joseph, Macungie; Paul, Wescosville; John and Lucas, Allentown; two daughters, Mrs. Harvey Miller, Mertztown; Mrs. Lester Drey, Mertztown R.D. 2; and two brothers, Horace, Pikeville; Benjamin, Boyertown. Solemn high mass requiem will be offered at 9 a.m. Monday, at the Roman Catholic church at Bally and she will be interred in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 27, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schneck, Ellen M.

Ellen M. Schneck, of Blandon, Berks County, died yesterday afternoon aged 21 years, 4 months and 9 days. For several years, Miss Schneck had been in ill health and was suffering from the growth of an ovarian cyst. She decided to have the tumor removed by the Drs. Kistler, but did not survive more than twenty-seven hours after the operation. She was a daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Schneck, who conducted the Sherersvile Hotel about twelve years ago. She was well liked by all who knew her and was a member of Rev. Brensinger's Reformed Church of Fleetwood, Berks County. She was a regular attendant at Sunday School. She leaves a host of mourning relatives and friends. The remains will be interred in the Jordan Reformed Cemetery, near Guth's Station, on Thursday forenoon. The following sisters and brothers survive: Mrs. Daniel Leimbach, of Blandon, with whom she resided; Mrs. George Heist of Ruppsville; Mrs. Reuben Schraden of Crackersport; and Rich Schneck of Hamburg. The operation which she underwent was performed by Drs. E. M. Kistler, W. P. Kistler, Francis Murray of New York and A. N. Fretz of Fleetwood, her regular physician. It was witnessed by Drs. John B. Bauer, Daniel Harkin and Student Litzenberger. She felt greatly relieved at first but later became very weak and lingered several hours in much pain until death relieved her of her suffering.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 10, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schneider, Barbara

Schneider, Daniel

Schneider, Henry

Henry Schneider, for many years a resident of this city, died here last Sunday night [7 Jan 1816] in his 69th year.

[Source: Reading Adler, Tuesday, January 9, 1816. Submitted by Diana.]

Schneider, Maria

Schneider, Mary Magdalena

Schneider--In Lower Alsace, on the 1st inst., Mary Magdalena, wife of Gottlieb Schneider, aged 83 years and 3 months. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her son-in-law, John Reininger, near Stony Creek Mills on Tuesday at 9 o'clock at the house. Services and interment at St. John's Church, Gibraltar.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, April 2, 1910. Submitted by Nancy.]

Schneider, Mrs.

Schneider, Mary Ann

Schneider, Peter

Schoch, Benjamin

Died. On the 5th ult., in Longswamp, Benjamin, son of Benjamin and Rebecca Schoch, aged 9 weeks.

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

Schoch, Carrie May (nee Rauch)

Mrs. Carrie May, nee Rauch, wife of Willard Schoch, of Callowhill street, Topton, died on Saturday at the Allentown hospital, where she had given birth to a child on the previous night. The child also expired. Mrs. Schoch was 32 years, 11 months and 25 days of age. She was a daughter of Henry B. And Hattie, nee Hertzog, rauch and was born in Pike township, Berks county. She is survived by her parents, who reside in Alburtis; by her husband and three children, Harold, Ruth and Eleanor Schoch, at home, and by these brothers and sisters, Charles Rauch, Macungie, and William, Esther and Alma Rauch of Alburtis. The funeral services for mother and child will be held at the Schoch home in Topton on Thursday afternoon at 1:30 oclock, daylight saving time. Interment will follow in the Rauch-Hertzog cemetery, near Huffs church. Rev. William H. Kline, of Topton, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 23, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schoch, Florence G. (nee Brensinger)

Private burial was held for Florence G. (Brensinger) Schoch, 98, formerly of Boyertown, who died February 25 in Pennsburg Manor. She was the widow of Paul H. Schoch. Born in Huff's Church, Berks County, she was a homemaker. Schoch was a life member of the Liberty Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary in New Berlinville, the Gilbertsville Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary and the Keystone Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary in Boyertown. Surviving are one daughter, Lucille L. Bear of New Berlinville; a sister, Edna Wilkinson of Boyertown; four grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Thelma Ehst; five sisters and three brothers. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

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

Schock, Alfred

Schock, Benjamin

On the 18th ult., in Upper Tulpehoccon, Benjamin, son of Elias and Elizabeth Schock, aged 1 year and 22 days.

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

Schock, Donald B.

Schoedler, Ellen (nee Meck)

Mrs. Ellen, wife of Frank Schoedler, of 1433 Liberty street, died Friday morning in the Allentown hospital after an illness extending over the past nine weeks from diabetes. She had been confined to the hospital for five weeks. Mrs. Schoedler was in her 57th year. Deceased was born in Berks county, the daughter of Anna (nee Keiser) and the late Amos Meck. She is survived by her husband, her mother, and three children, Mrs. Thomas Muth, Clarence and Fred Schoedler, of this city, and four grandchildren. Two brothers, Harvey Meck, of Mertztown, Alfred Meck, of Topton, and a sister, Mrs. Laura Meck, of Shamrock, also survive. The funeral will be held from her late home on Tuesday at noon with services in Longswamp church, of which she was a member, at two o'clock, in charge of Rector William Bond. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 24, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schoedler, Henry

Henry Schoedler died at Alburtis on Monday of last week in his 67th year. The following children survive: John, George and Alice, of Allentown; Mamie, of Emaus, and Katie, of Vera Cruz. The following sisters and brothers remain: Mrs. Pabst and Mrs. Katzenmoyer, of Reading, and Jacob, of Allentown. Deceased was a son of the well known Mrs. Lydia Metzler (nee Schantz). The funeral was held Thursday with interment at Longswamp.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 26, 1907, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schoedler, Isaac

Issac Schoedler died at his home, near Mertztown, on Saturday evening of apoplexy. He was 77 years old and leaves a wife, two sons and four daughters. One of the sons is Frank Schoedler, who resides in this city. The funeral will be held on Thursday morning at the Longswamp Church. Rev. D. K. Humbert will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 7, 1899, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schoedler, J. Lester

J. Lester Schoedler, former council man. J. Lester Schoedler, a former Fleetwood councilman, died Thursday at 3:45 p.m. in the Henry Healthcare Center at the Topton Lutheran Home, where he had resided since January. Schoedler, 87, formerly of 229 E. Arch St., Fleetwood, was the husband of Effie I. (Keim) Schoedler, also a resident at the Topton Lutheran Home. He was a member of Fleetwood Borough Council from 1964 to 1970 and served on council's water and sewer committees. Born in Fleetwood, he was a son of Florence (Weidenhammer) Schoedler, a resident at Berks Heim, and the late John B. Schoedler. Schoedler was employed for 29 years by the former General Battery Corp., now Exide Corp., retiring as chief electrician in 1972. He was a member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Fleetwood. Schoedler was a charter member and past secretary-treasurer of the Fleetwood Sportsmen's Club. Other survivors include a son, John L., Topton; and three daughters: Marilyn, wife of Benjamin Lockhart, Moselem Springs; Lucille, widow of Richard Weidner, Reading, and Cynthia, wife of Samuel Borrell, Fleetwood. There are also a brother, Henry, Bowers, and nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Lillian V. Rothenberger, in 1993. Services will be Monday at 10 a.m. in Henry Chapel of the Lutheran Home. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, July 22, 1994, p. B7. Submitted by: Judy.]

Schoedler, Solomon

The funeral of Solomon Schoedler who died last week at the age of 66 years, was held on Monday, from the home of his daughter, Mrs. Aaron Dankel, where he had his home. Interment was made at the Longswamp church. Deceased is survived by the following children: William Schoedler and Mrs. Dankel, of Alburtis, and Mrs. C. H. Moll and Mrs. Levi Shiffert, of Macungie, besides a number of grand- and great-grandchildren.

[Source: "Alburtis News," Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 12, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schoedler, Mrs. William

Mrs. William Schoedler died at the age of 54 years, after being sick for several months. She is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. Emma Schmoyer and Nicodemus, Red Lion; Mrs. Stella Adams, Gertrude, Lizzie, Robert, William and Frederick, of town. The funeral took place Saturday morning with interment in Longswamp cemetery.

[Source: "Alburtis News," Macungie Progress, Thursday, December 25, 1902, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schoenberger, Anna Margaret (nee Rasp)

Mrs. Anna Margaret Schoenberger (nee Rasp), wife of Albert F. Schoenberger, died at Reading of a complication of diseases, aged 65 years. She was born in Mercersburg and lived in Reading and Allentown the greater part of her life. Besides her husband, these children survive: Anna Margaret, wife of Dr. D. B. Schnader, president of North Japan College and Seminary; Katharine C., Lillie L., Albert, Bertha, wife of Elwood Lance, Clarence, Dr. John Schoenberger, Mary, at home. She was a member of St. Stephen’s Reformed Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 28, 1907, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schoener, Amelia E.

Schoener - On Thursday evening, March 23d, Amelia E., wife of Dr. D.G. Schoener, aged 40 years and 13 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 1, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schoener, Andrew

Andrew Schoener, son of Andrew & Mary (Kintzer) Schoener, was born March 8, 1859. He first married Clara Anderson. Later in life he married Catherine Himmelberger. He died April 5, 1918, aged 59y27d. He is survived by three sons, a daughter and four grandchildren by the first marriage. By the second marriage he is survived by the widow and two sons. He is also survived by three brothers and a sister. Services at his late home at Host, with burial at Host.

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

Schoener, Davilla D.

Schoener - On Sunday evening, 24th inst., at his residence in Shartlesville, Dr. Davilla D. Schoener, son of Dr. Adam Schoener, of this city, aged 46 years, 3 months and 16 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 30, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schoener, Dorothy

Dorothy L. (Althouse) Schoener, a retired cosmetology instructor and beauty shop operator, died July 25 at 9:25 p.m. in her residence in Muhlenberg Township. Schoener, 82, was the wife of Lewis E. Schoener. She helped establish the cosmetology program at the Reading-Muhlenberg Vocational-Technical School and taught there for 18 years. Schoener was also a teacher at the Libby Starr and Bryland schools of cosmetology, both of Reading. For 25 years, she owned beauty shops in Hamburg, Reading and Riverview Park. Born in Upper Bern Township, she was a daughter of the late Beulah C. (Epting) Wartzluft and the adopted daughter of the late Charles Wartzluft. Schoener was a 1941 graduate of Hamburg High School and received a master's degree from Temple University, Philadelphia. She was a past secretary of the Muhlenberg Retired School Employees Association. Schoener is also survived by two daughters, Lorraine C. (Schoener) Snyder, Zieglerville, Montgomery County, and Janet L. (Schoener) Heinly, Honesdale, Wayne County. Other survivors include a sister, Arlene (Wartzluft) Miller, Lincoln Park. There are also five grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton.

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

Schoener, Dorothy

Dorothy L. (Althouse) Schoener, a retired cosmetology instructor and beauty shop operator, died July 25 at 9:25 p.m. in her residence in Muhlenberg Township. Schoener, 82, was the wife of Lewis E. Schoener. She helped establish the cosmetology program at the Reading-Muhlenberg Vocational-Technical School and taught there for 18 years. Schoener was also a teacher at the Libby Starr and Bryland schools of cosmetology, both of Reading. For 25 years, she owned beauty shops in Hamburg, Reading and Riverview Park. Born in Upper Bern Township, she was a daughter of the late Beulah C. (Epting) Wartzluft and the adopted daughter of the late Charles Wartzluft. Schoener was a 1941 graduate of Hamburg High School and received a master's degree from Temple University, Philadelphia. She was a past secretary of the Muhlenberg Retired School Employees Association. Schoener is also survived by two daughters, Lorraine C. (Schoener) Snyder, Zieglerville, Montgomery County, and Janet L. (Schoener) Heinly, Honesdale, Wayne County. Other survivors include a sister, Arlene (Wartzluft) Miller, Lincoln Park. There are also five grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 27, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schoener, Harry W.

Womelsdorf, April 11 -- Harry W. Schoener, borough supervisor, an auctioneer for 25 years, and formerly an egg and produce dealer for many years, died at his home, aged 66 years. He was also on the board of directors of the Womelsdorf Cooperative Store. Surviving are his widow, Sara (Lutz) Schoener; two daughters, Mrs. Sylvester Bashore, this borough, and Mrs. George H. Kintzer, Robesonia; a son, Francis, at home; his mother, Mrs. Emma Schoener, this borough, and these sisters and brothers: Mrs. Edward Kline and Mrs. Edward Fortna, both of Reading; Mrs. Ralph Pierson, Savanah, GA; Miss Mary Schoener, Mrs. Ralph Trexler and Frank and Charles Schoener, all of this borough, and Samuel Schoener, Newmanstown; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral, Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the home. Further services in Zion's Lutheran Church, the Rev. H. P. Miller and the Rev. E. S. Leinbach officiating. Interment in Womelsdorf Cemetery. Funeral Director C. Norman Lamm, Wernersville, has charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, April 11, 1938. Submitted by: Jeff.]

Schoener, Harvey Andrew

Schoener - In Marion, November 11th, Harvey Andrew, son of Adam and Sarah Schoener, aged 3 years, 8 months and 29 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, December 16, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schoener, Isabella (nee Bubb)

Isabella Schoener, widow of George Schoener and daughter of Daniel and Rebecca (Fessler) Bubb, was born October 5, 1853. She died October 20, 1938, aged 85y15d, survived by 12 children: Matilda (Mrs Calvin) Greth, Ellie (Mrs John) Keeney, Charlotte (Mrs Calvin) Berger, Margaret, William, Edwin, Paul, George, Robert, Laura, Lewis and Frederick, and by a sister Mrs. Emma Schoener. Service at the house.

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

Schoener, J. Dallas

J. Dallas Schoener, a member of the Berks bar, died at 1.30 oclock yesterday morning at his home in Reading, aged 55 years. Deceased was born in Reading and was admitted to the bar on August 7, 1865, but for some years was not engaged in active practice. One sister and two brothers survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 20, 1898, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schoener, Kathryn K.

Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Kathryn K. Schoener, 95, formerly of Main Street, Bernville, who died April 24 in Phoebe Berks Health Care Center, Wernersville, where she had been a resident since March 1997. Burial was in Haag's Cemetery, Bernville. She was predeceased by her husband, Douglas F. Schoener, who died in 1942. Born in Bernville, she was a daughter of the late Milton H. and Bertha S. (Stoudt) Kline. Until retiring in 1973, she was employed as a private duty registered nurse for many years. She was a 1928 graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing. Schoener was a life member of both the Reading Hospital Alumni Association and the Bernville Young-at-Heart Club. She was a member of St. Thomas United Church of Christ, Bernville. Surviving are a son, Ronald M. K. Schoener, Lower Heidelberg Township; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 1, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schoener, Mary Leonore

Schoener--On Friday, Aug. 28th, 1868, Mary Leonore, daughter of Jacob C. and Emmie Schoener, aged 4 months and 20 days.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 31, 1868. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schoener, Sarah C.

Womelsdorf, Dec. 11 -- Sara C. (Lutz), 71, widow of Harry M. Schoener, died yesterday in her home, 26 North Front St., this borough. She was a daughter of the late Gabriel and Sarah Ann (Lengel) Lutz, and was a member of Host Reformed Church. Her husband preceded her in death eight years. Surviving are two daughters: Lottie, wife of Webster Bashore, Womelsdorf, and Bessie, wife of George Kintzer, Harrisburg; one son, Francis, at home; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers: Nathaniel, Bernville R.D., and John, Myerstown, and one sister, Emma, widow of George Groff, Womelsdorf R.D. Services Saturday at 2 p.m. in the Danner Funeral home, the Rev. Elmer A. Dech and the Rev. M. M. Enders officiating. Burial in Zion Church Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, December 11, 1946. Submitted by: Jeff.]

Schoener, Sarah Elizabeth (nee Boltz)

Sarah Elizabeth Schoener, widow of Adam K. Schoener and daughter of Samuel Peifer and Refecca (sic), nee Boltz, was born January 21, 1844 in Jackson township, Lebanon Co, died September 4, 1937, aged 93 years 7 months 13 days. Married to her late husband March 18, 1871. Survived by a son Thomas and 4 daughters, Mrs. Harry J. (Mary) Snyder, Mrs. Harry (Annie) Ulrich, Mrs. Ulrich (Sallie) Steiner and Mrs. Lloyd (Hattie) Haak. Service at St. Johns. Interment in Host. Cem.

[Source: Womelsdorf parish records. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Schoener, William Andrew

William Andrew Schoener, son of Andrew & Clara (Anderson) Schoener, was born November 7, 1885, in Marion township, and died February 29, 1932, aged 46y3m22d. He married Sallie K. Yeakly March 12, 1904, who survives with two children: LeRoy A. and Jennie (Mrs. Edgar) Siegfriend; also a sister Mrs. Robert Mohn, two brothers: Samuel and Claude, a stepmother: Mrs. Catherine Schoener, and three stepbrothers: Arthur Himmelberger, Earl and Zacharias Schoener. Service and interment in St. John's.

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

Schoenly, Ammon

The funeral of Ammon Schoenly took place from the residence of his parents on East 4th St. After brief services at the house, the cortege proceeded to the United Evangelical Church, where the services were continued, after which interment was made in the Union cemetery. The remains were dressed in his own suit and reposed in a black cloth covered casket, with silver trimmings, lined with white satin. The tributes consisted of a lavender trimmed flannel blanket, from employees of the Franklin Knitting Mill, where he was employed; white bow from the Women's Christian Temperance Union; wreath of natural flowers from the K.L. of C.E. of the U.E. Church. Rev. W. Edelman, of Weissport, Rev. J. Harper and Rev. Allebach, of this place, officiated. A delegation of the American Junior Mechanics of Pottstown attended and acted as pall-bearers. D.C. Brumbach & Co. had charge of the arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, October 2, 1899. Submitted by: Michele.]

Schoenly, Anna M.

Services were held for Anna M. Schoenly, 95, Oley Township, who died March 1 in Berks Heim Annex, where she had resided since 2000. She was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd Schoenly. Born in Spangsville, she was employed for 20 years as a box liner by Koon's Cigar Box Factory, Boyertown, and was last employed as a house cleaner until her retirement. She was a member of Salem United Church of Christ, Spangsville, where she was past secretary of the primary Sunday school department. Surviving is a son, Robert C., Spangsville. Burial was in Oley Union Cemetery, Spangsville. The Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 10, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schoenly, Caroline (nee Mabry)

Caroline, wife of Addison Schoenly, of East Greenville, died quite unexpectedly of heart disease on Monday evening, after an illness of only three days. Her death is mourned by a large circle of friends who were shocked by its suddenness. Deceased attained her fiftieth birthday in January. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, and was a daughter of the late Joseph and Polly Mabry. Her husband has been employed for many years by D.D. & N.D. Fritch at this place and nearly two years ago was transferred to the firm's elevator at East Greenville and he moved to that place. The couple had no children. Three brothers, John, of Longswamp, and David and Levi, of Detroit, Mich., and three sisters, Mrs. Levi Long, of Longswamp; Mrs. Horace David, of Allentown, and Mrs. Irwin Engler, of Catasauqua, survive. Mrs. Ed. Roth, of Allentown, a niece, was raised to womanhood by Mr. and Mrs. Schoenly. The funeral will be held on Saturday. Services will be held at the house at 10.45 o'clock a.m., after which the cortege will leave East Greenville on the 11.42 train to Emaus where a special trolley will bring the mourners here. Further services will then be conducted by Rev. W. M. Kopenhaver in Grace Lutheran church, of which the deceased was a member, as is her husband, at 2 o'clock p.m. Interment will be made in Union Cemetery.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 5, 1908, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schoenly, Mrs. Edwin

Schoenly, Infant

Schoenly, Norman

Services were held for Norman H. Schoenly, 80, of 14 North Monroe Street, Boyertown, who died July 25.

Born in New Berlinville, he was the son of the late George and Annie (Heacock) Schoenly. His mother was one of the victims of the Boyertown Opera House fire in 1908. Schoenly, who was 7 at the time, was also in the hall when the fire, broke out but escaped with his father.

He was a US Army veteran of World War I, having served in France.

He served for 47 years in the Boyertown post office where he began his career as a mail clerk. His father had been Boyertown postmaster in the early 20s.

When door-to-door mail delivery began in Boyertown on October 1, 1921, Schoenly delivered the mail in the eastern part of the borough, making two deliveries daily.

He served as mail carrier for 25 years and was the assistant postmaster for 17 years before retiring in 1962.

He was a past noble grand of Boyertown Lodge, 708, Independent Order of Odd Fellows; a 50 year live member and past commander of the Charles B. Yerger Post, American Legion, Boyertown; life member of the Friendship Hook and Ladder Company, Boyertown.

He was a member of Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, Boyertown; also, Boyertown Lodge 741 F. and A. M.; Washington Camp 104, Patriotic Sons of America, and Boyertown Post 3487, VFW.

Survivors include his wife, Ruth E. (Moyer) Schoenly, and a step-sister, Flora, wife of Paul Harner, 600 Highland Avenue, Boyertown and two nieces.

The Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Boyertown Times, Thursday, August 7, 1980. Submitted by Betty.]

Schofer, Cyrus A.

Cyrus A. Schofer, 83, died yesterday in Berks Heim, Bern Township. He was the husband of the late Mayme (Weaknecht) Schofer. Before retiring 15 years ago, he worked in the machine shop of the Caloric Corp., Topton. He was formerly of 59 E. High St., Topton. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zions Maxatawny Church, Maxatawny. Born in Maxatawny Township, he was a son of the late John H. and Lucinda (Leibensperger) Schofer.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 26, 1967, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schofer, Ellen Nora

The funeral of Ellen Nora, wife of Wm. H. Schofer, 1126 Perkiomen avenue, was largely attended. Services were conducted in St. Paul's Memorial Reformed church, by Rev. Dr. Bausman. The floral tributes were handsome and consisted of the following designs:

Wax wheel, from sister and brothers of deceased; sickle, with "Ellen" in immortelles, from Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Aulenbach; sickle, from Mr. Schofer, father-in-law of deceased; bouquets, from Mrs. Kneb and Willie Flatt; star in a floral base, from the Sunday school class of deceased, J.B. Fricker, teacher; wreath, from Mrs. Calvin Schofer and Miss Babb; lilies, Harry and Eddie Schofer; pillow, with "At Rest" in immortelles, from the husband of deceased, sickle and star on a flora base, from Mr. and Mrs. John Goodman; cross and anchor, from James, Charles, Frank, George and Alvin Schofer.

The remains were attired in a white shroud and reposed in a walnut casket with the name and age inscribed on the plate. John Goodman, Scott Dickinson, John Hartman and John Drexel were the bearers. Interment took place at Charles Evans. C. Henninger & Son undertakers.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 15, 1886. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schofer, Frank J.

Frank J. Schofer, 79, of 324 Penn St., Reading, died Saturday at his home. Born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, he was the son of the late John H. and Lucinda (Leibensperger) Schofer. He was employed as a salesman for Slimline Appliances, Reading. Preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Evelyn (Hanson) Schofer, he is survived by three brothers, Cyrus, Andrew and Elmer, all of Topton, and one sister, Eva, also of Topton. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Call 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 1, 1964, page B-14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schofer, Jacob J.

Private funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Schofer funeral home, Topton, with public services at 2 p.m. in Maxatawny church for Jacob J. Schofer, well-known Topton funeral director and furniture dealer, who died Monday evening in the Reading hospital. A past president of the Pennsylvania division, Travellers Protective Assn., he was in his 68th year. Mr. Schofer was the senior member of the firm of J. J. Schofer and Sons, Topton. Among his other varied interest, Mr. Schofer was a member of the Topton Fire Co., a vice president of the National bank of Topton, director and three times president of Post L., TPA, a director of the Goshenhoppen Mutual Fire Insurance co. of Pennsburg, and of the Lutheran faith, attending the Maxatawny church. He was a native of Schofers, Maxatawny township, a son of the late John H. And Lucinda, nee Leibensperger, Schofer. Forty-six years ago he moved to Topton and inaugurated his funeral service. In 1936 he was a national delegate from Berks county to the Democratic convention in Philadelphia, at which Franklin D. Roosevelt was renominated for the presidency. Mr. Schofer is survived by his wife, Ellen, nee Titlow, Schofer; a son, John G. Schofer, at home; two daughters, Pauline, wife of Kermit Adam, at home, and Mae, wife of Luther Herbein, supervising principal of the Topton schools; two grandsons, and four brothers, Cyrus, Andrew and Elmer, all of Topton; Frank, West Lawn, and a sister, Eva Schofer, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 26, 1946, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schofer, John G.

John G. Schofer, 55, a Topton funeral director and furniture dealer, died yesterday morning at Reading Hospital, where he was admitted Friday after he suffered a heart attack. He had been a funeral director 34 years. He resided at 109 N. Main St., Topton. Schofer also was a director and a vice president of the Topton National Bank for the last 10 years. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zions Union Church, Maxatawny, and many civic and fraternal organizations. He was a member of the Reading Consistory, Royal Temple Shrine; Hugenot Lodge F&AM, Kutztown; Reading Commandery 42, Knights Templar, and Excelsior Royal Knights Chapter 337. A native of Maxatawny Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Jacob J. and Ellen (Titlow) Schofer. He was the husband of Minnie (Dierolf) Schofer. Surviving are his wife; two sons, Jacob J. and George G.; two sisters, Pauline, wife of Kermit Adam, and Mae, wife of Luther Herbein, and four grandchildren, all of Topton. Services will be at the convenience of the family.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 18, 1956, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schofer, John H.

John H. Schofer, aged 76 years, 11 months and 26 days, passed away at the residence of his son, Jacob J., in Topton, on Thursday at 6 a.m. He had been in ill health for the last two years. He was born and reared in Greenwich township, Berks county, where Schofers Mill now stands. For many years he conducted the store and hotel at schofers, and it was during his time there that the post office was established at that place through the efforts of the late Congressman Daniel Ermentrout. He was a member of the Lutheran faith of Maxatawny church. He was a son of the late John G. and his wife Susanna (nee Beiber) Schofer. He was twice married: first to Lucinda Leibensperger and second to Hettie Trollinger, both deceased. There survive two daughters, Susan, wife of Alfred Seisholtz, Boyertown, and Eva, Topton; five sons, Jacob J., Andrew, Cyrus and Elmer, Topton; Frank, Intervilla; one sister, Mrs. William Fisher, Kutztown, six grandchildren and one great grandchild. The funeral will be held from the residence of his son, Jacob J. Schofer, Main street, Topton, on Tuesday, December 18, at 1.30 p.m. Further services in Maxatawny church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. S. Dry, Kutztown, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 15, 1928, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schofer, Margaret G.

Schofer, Margaret G., wife of Charles A. Schofer, Wyomissing Hills, passed away on New Year's Day at the age of 55 years. She is survived by her husband, a son, Charles Edward, and a brother, John Guenther. She was a faithful member of First Church. Her pastor conducted the memorial service on January 4th in the Auman Funeral Home. __George B. Carvell

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXX, no. 5, February 2, 1954, p. 16. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Schofer, Mayme (nee Weaknecht)

Mrs. Mayme Schofer, 79, of 59 E. High St., Topton, died Wednesday night in Allentown Hospital. She was the wife of Cyrus Schofer. Born in Maxatawny Township, she was the daughter of the late James and Sarah (Schaeffer) Weaknecht. Mrs. Schofer was a member of the UCC congregation of Maxatawny Union Church. Besides her husband she is survived by a sister, Helen, wife of Robert Wahl of Reading. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 27, 1963, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Scholar, Edith J.

Services were held in the Atonement Lutheran Church, Wyomissing, for Edith J. Scholar, 89, of Van Reed Road, Bern Township, who died April 29 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient two days. Burial was in Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton. She was predeceased by her husband, J. Robert Scholar, who died May 18, 2002. Born in Richmond, Va., she was the daughter of the late Glenn M. and Margaret K. (Morris) James. She was a 1932? graduate of Wyomissing High School. Until retiring, she was employed as a furniture sales consultant by Pomeroy's and Lit Brothers department stores. Scholar was a past president of the Women's Club of Womelsdorf and the Womelsdorf Parent-Teacher Association. She was a member of Atonement Luteran Church, Wyomissing. Surviving are a daughter, Kathryn S. (Scholar) Frank, Spring Township; a son, J. Robert II, Bern Township; four grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a sister, Sarah J. (James) Bell, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. The Auman Funeral Home, Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

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

Scholl, Clara Arabella

Scholl - Near Stouchsburg, December 26th, Clara Arabella, daughter of Levi and Sarah Scholl, aged 2 years and 2 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 27, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]

Scholl, Erastus R.

From blood poisoning received while dressing the wound of a patient ten years ago, Dr. Erastus R. Scholl died at his home in Reading, Pa., last month. He was a prominent homeopathic physician of Reading, a founder of the hospital by that name and a man very highly esteemed. His age was 58 years and he leaves a wife and daughter. He was a near relative of Mr. Jas. D. Scholl, of this city, who furnishes the above data.

[Source: Jackson Sentinel, Maquoketa, Iowa, November 24, 1892. Submitted by Ken.]

Scholl, George

Scholl - Near Stouchsburg, May 19th, George, son of Peter and Kate Scholl, aged 2 years, 1 month and 18 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 24, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Scholl, Isaac

Scholl--In Marion, on Feb. 9, Nelly, wife of Isaac Scholl, aged 68 years, 7 months and 18 days.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 20, 1869. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Scholl, Paul M.

Among the local survivors of Paul M. Scholl, of Muhlenberg Township, who died June 16 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital, is a sister, Betty J. (Scholl) Quire, Blandon.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Scholl, Paul M.

Among the local survivors of Paul Martin Scholl, 72, of Muhlenberg Township, who died June 16 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital, is a daughter, Karen L. (Scholl) Smith, Mohrsville.

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

Scholl, Theodore A.

Schollenberger, Daughter of Frank

Schollenberger, Ralph W.

Ralph W. Schollenberger, 65, Largo, Fla., formerly of Reading, died of natural causes July 5 in St. Petersburg (Fla.) General Hospital. He was the husband of Mary F. (Stefanek) Schollenberger. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Ralph and Virginia (Stoudt) Schollenberger. Schollenberger was employed for many years as a machine operator by Wyomissing Paper Division, Muhlenberg Township, until his retirement. He was a Marine Corps veteran. Schollenberger is also survived by two sons, Barry Hamilton, West Melbourne, Fla., and Craig Hamilton, Palatine, Ill. The E. James Reese Funeral Home, Seminole, Fla., is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 7, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schonfelder, Daniel

Schott, Emelie (nee Levengood)

Schott -- In Myerstown, Emelie, wife of Stephen Schott, and daughter of James and Elizabeth Levengood, aged 30 years, 5 mos. and 23 days.

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

Schott, Florence M. (nee Hunter)

Mrs. Florence M. Schott, widow of Clinton Schott, died in her home near Huffs Church, Macungie R. 1, Saturday morning. She was 53. Born in Zionsville, she was a daughter of Charles H. and the late Elmira (Seisholtz) Hunter. She was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Huffs Union Church, the Ladies Aid Society of that church and the Auxiliary of the Seisholtzville Fire Co. Prior to her illness she was employed by the Royal Manufacturing Co., Alburtis. Surviving besides her father at Macungie R. 1, are one daughter Patricia, wife of Richard Fenstermacher, at home; three sisters, Edna, wife of Fred Reinert, and Jennie, wife of Elmer Heffner, both of Barto R. 1; and Elva Hunter of Mertztown R. 1; two brothers, Elam, Emmaus, and David, Macungie R. 1. Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Call 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, October 29, 1961, page D-8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schower, John

Schower -- In Bern, February 20th, John Schower, aged 76 years.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 28, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schrack, Anna Deborah

Schrack - In Center, January 3d, Anna Deborah, only child of Milton and Mary Schrack, aged 1 year, 10 months and 12 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 16, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schrack, Chas.

Schrack - In Hamburg, March 19th, Chas., son of John & Sarah Schrack, aged 8 months and 20 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 25, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schrack, David

Schrack - In Tulpehoccon, June 3d, David Schrack, husband of Sarah Schaeffer, aged 58 years, 1 month and 18 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, July 19, 1873. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schrack, Mae E.

Mae E. Schrack, 91, Womelsdorf, died May 22 at 3:56 a.m. in Berks Heim Annex, where she had been a patient since May 19. Her husband, Roy D. Schrack, died Sept. 29, 2002. Born in Marion Township, she was a daughter of the late John C. and Elvy M. (Klopp) Troutman. She was the foster daughter of the late William and Elsie (Troutman) Wertz. Schrack and her husband operated a dairy farm for many years in Marion Township, retiring in 1978. She was a member of St. John's Host Church, Tulpehocken Township. Schrack is survived by a daughter, Mary A. (Schrack) Bender, Spring Township; and two sons, Robert L., Bernville, and David L., Marion Township. Other survivors include two sisters, Agnes (Troutman) Zechman, Myerstown, Lebanon County, and Jane (Troutman) Ruth, Wyomissing; and two brothers, Louis Troutman, Wyomissing, and William H. Troutman, Bernville. There are also eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in St. John's Host Church. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. The Hetrick Funeral Home, Womelsdorf, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, May 23, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Schrack, Sydney Ann

Schrack - In Centre, February 1st, Sydney Ann, wife of Milton K. Schrack, aged 20 years, 4 months and 14 days.

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

Schrader, Priscilla A. (nee Pauley)

Mrs. Priscilla A., nee Pauley, wife of Alexander Schrader, retired veteran of the local fire department, died at 5:30 oclock yesterday afternoon at her home, 637 New street, of a complication of ailments incident to old age. Mrs. Schrader, who was in her 81st year, had been in failing health for several months and bedfast since last Wednesday. Born in Mertztown, Berks county, a daughter of John and Hattie Pauley, she had resided in this city for the past fifty-nine years. She was a devoted member of St. Lukes Lutheran church. Her husband was a member of paid fire department for twenty-five years, serving the greater part of the time at the Pioneer engine house. He was retired on pension about seven years ago. Besides her husband, she is survived by five children, Mrs. Anna Bury, Mrs. Allen Erdman, Howard, Frank and George Schrader, all of this city, together with five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and a twin sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Scheirer, of this city. Funeral services will be held at her late home on Wednesday at 2 p.m., daylight time. Interment will be made in Greenwood cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, May 29, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schreiber, Susan

Schreiber, William

Schroder, Heinrich Gottlieb

Schroeder, August

Schroeder, Charles H.

Charles H. Schroeder, 54, 1939 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, died yesterday morning at St. Luke's hospital of a heart condition. Mr. Schroeder was born March 14, 1884, in Fleetwood, Pa., the son of John and the late Valera (Noll) Schroeder. For the past 29 years he was employed by the Baltimore Life Insurance Co. in the Allentown office, and for a number of years held the post of ass'stant superintendent. He was a member of Salem Lutheran church and the Reading units of the Knights of Malta, H. Stanley Goodwin Lodge, F. and A.M. and the P.O.S. of A. Besides his wife and father, his survivors are the following: two brothers, Asher and Ray, both of Reading; two sisters, Mrs. Neubling and Florence schroeder, both of Reading. The funeral will be held from his home, 1939 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, Wednesday at 2 p.m. Burial will be made in Nisky Hill cemetery. The Rev. G. Franklin Gehr, pastor of Salem Lutheran church, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 15, 1938. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schroeder, Donald R.

Services will be held May 2, 10:30 a.m. in St. John's Lutheran Church, Kutztown, for Donald R. Schroeder, who died of natural causes April 29 in his West Walnut Street, Kutztown residence. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown. He was predeceased by his wife, Melba M. (Moyer) Schroeder, who died in 1983. Born in Sinking Spring, he was a son of the late Irwin and Mamie (Stump) Schroeder. Until retiring in 1999, he was last employed as bar manager by the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Kutztown, for 10 years. He was previously employed for 32 1/2 years by Carpenter Technology Corp., until retiring in 1983. Schroeder was a Korean War Army veteran. He was a member of St. John's Church, Kutztown. Surviving are three sons, Bruce L. Schroeder and Scott T. Schroeder, both of Kutztown, and Craig A. Schroeder, Lenhartsville. There are also six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Helen (Schroeder) Brown, West Lawn. The Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, May 1, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schubart, Maria

In Hereford, on the 13th ult., Maria Schubart, at the advanced age of 98 years and 9 months. The deceased had 8 children, 59 grandchildren, 121 great-grandchildren, and 20 great-great-grandchildren, of whom about 19 are deceased.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 12, 1850. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schubert, Annie Elizabeth (nee Frederick)

Mrs. Annie Elizabeth Schubert, nee Frederick, of 235 N. 9th St., died at the Allentown hospital at 11.05 a.m. yesterday following an illness of years. Death was due to complications. Mrs. Schubert, who was seventy years old, was the widow of Milton J. Schubert and the daughter of the late Jacob and Mary E., nee Butz, Frederick. She was born in Longswamp. Surviving are one son, Raleigh M. F. Schubert, with whom she resided; one daughter, Gertrude M., wife of Mark Snyder; one brother, Jonathan E. Frederick, deputy Lehigh county prothonotary, of Allentown, and three sisters: Ida, wife of C. J. Everett; Sallie, widow of Harvey Newhard, and Nora, widow of Charles Stuber, all of Allentown. One grandchild, Walter O. Hunsicker, and one great grandchild also survive. Mrs. Schubert was preceded in death by her parents, husband and by two brothers. She was a member of the Lutheran faith, Allentown Shrine No. 27, White Shrine of Jerusalem, Order of Eastern Star, Degree of P. of P. and Order of Macabees. Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. daylight saving time, from the Oliver Burkholder funeral home, 1717 Hanover Ave. Interment in Greenwood cemetery.

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

Schubert, Edwin L.

Edwin L. Schubert, former school teacher and musician, died following a stroke of apoplexy on Tuesday at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Kay Bentzen, Sumneytown. He was aged 67 years, 8 months and 20 days. Mr. Schubert was born in Long Swamp, Berks County, on May 6, 1864. Early in life he taught school in Long Swamp and for seven years served as organist of the Long Swamp church. Later he located in Allentown, where he played the violin in a number of orchestras, including the Lyric theatre orchestra. Four years ago his eyesight failed and he moved to the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bentzen. He is survived by the following children: Mrs. Bentzen, Sumneytown; Mrs. Foster Welder, Mrs. Earl Scheirer, Mildred Schubert, Paul and Harold Schubert, all of Allentown; and Warren Schubert, New York. There are also three sisters and two brothers: Mrs. Frank Davenport, Philadelphia; Mrs. Samuel Beiry and Mrs. Anna Niece, Milton Schubert, Allentown; and Harvey Schubert, Pittsburgh. Five grandchildren also survive. Mr. Schubert was a member of the Allentown chapter of the Fraternal Home Insurance Society, and of Washington Camp No. 406, P.O.S. of A. The funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock in St. Luke’s Lutheran church, this city, with Rev. W. L. Katz officiating. Interment will be made in Long Swamp cemetery.

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

Schubert, Mary A.

Schubert, in this city, March 20, 1895, of heart disease from which she was a long sufferer. Mrs. Mary A. Schubert. The remains will be shipped to Shamrock on Friday, at 12:15 p.m., where services will be held in the Longswamp Church. Interment in Longswamp Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 22, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schubert, Matilda

Mrs. Matilda Schubert, widow of William Schubert, who was for many years organist of Longswamp church, died Friday evening at her home, No. 242 North Hall street, Allentown, after an illness of some months. The direct cause was apoplexy. Her age was 69 years. She is survived by these children, William Schubert, Mrs. Samuel F. Biery, E. L. Schubert, M. Z. Schubert, Mrs. Annie Kietz, of Allentown; Henry Schubert, Scranton; Mrs. Martha Walbert, Longswamp; Mrs. Wm. Keiser, Springfield, Ill.; Mrs. T. F. Davenport, Camden, N.J.; Harvey F. Schubert, Allegheny; Mrs. Eliza Wendling, Alburtis. There are these surviving brothers and sisters: Mrs. Mary Ann Neece, of Erie, who is 96 years of age; Jesse Zepp, of Sonneytown. The funeral will be held on Thursday from the home of her son-in-law, Samuel F. Biery, No. 242 North Law street. Services will be held at the house and they will take the 12.35 train for Shamrock where services will be held in Longswamp Church at 1.30 o'clock.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 26, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schubert, William

William Schubert, one of the oldest musicians hereabouts, died Sunday morning at his home at 317 North Ninth street, Allentown, from the effects of an apoplectic stroke sustained six years ago, which confined him to bed ever since. About a year ago his mind gave away. He was born at Arnst Hauk by Neustadt, Germany, February 19, 1815. When 21 years of age he came to America and, after engaging in odd jobs, he located at Longswamp. He became organist for the Longswamp Church and served for 52 years. In connection with that Mr. Schubert served in a similar capacity at Lehigh Church for 22 years and at Mertztown for 15 years. He led the choir, organized choruses and gave musical instructions. He taught school there, and published the Hamburg Schnell Post. He was notary public for five years, revenue assessor for five years for the district comprising Longswamp, Maxatawny, Kutztown and Rockland. For forty years he was Justice of the Peace. In 1889 Mr. Schubert was overcome by an attack of paralysis and retired. Eight years ago he moved to Allentown. Deceased was married December 9, 1838, to Sarah, daughter of John Zepp. Nine children were born to them, of whom these survive: William, Jr., of Allentown; Henry, of Scranton; Mrs. Wm. Reyser, of Springfield, Ill.; Mrs. Henry Wendling and Mrs. Charles H. Walbert, of Longswamp. He was married the second time, October 8, 1857, to Matilda Zepp, who is a sister of his first wife. Seven children were born to the second union. The surviving children are Milton Z., Edwin L., Mrs. Samuel Biery, of Allentown; Mrs. C. E. Neese, of Lansdale; Mrs. Frank Davenport, of Pitman, N.J., and Harvey F., of Allegheny. He was a member of Reading Lodge, No. 62, Free and Accepted Masons. He has two brothers, Lewis, of Allentown, and Gustave, of Reading, and one sister in Springfield, Ill. The funeral will be held at the residence of his son, Milton Schubert, at Allentown. Burial services will be held at Longswamp.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 4, 1898, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schucker, Catharine

Catharine, wife of Urias Schucker, aged 64 years, 11 months and 21 days, dropped dead of apoplexy on New Year's Day at her home at Moselem Springs. Deceased was preparing to do some work when she was stricken, falling dead on the kitchen floor. She was born in Terre Hill and was the daughter of the late John B. and Lavina (nee Becker) Keim. She was twice married. Her first husband Abraham Reber died 25 years ago. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran church at Kutztown. Besides her husband, she is survived by one son, John Reber, Reading; one sister, Mrs. Sassaman Gehret, Reading; two brothers, John J., West Leesport; Alfred, Ashland, and six grandchildren.

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

Schueck, Herbert D.

Herbert D. Schueck, 83, of 15 Church St., Alburtis, an employe of the Aldrich Pump Division of Ingersoll-Rand Co. for 55 years, died Monday in his home. He was the husband of the late Laura A. (Fegley) Schueck. Born in Hereford Township, he was a son of the late William and Emma A. (Schlicher) Schueck. Schueck was a member of the Church of the Good Shepherd UCC, Alburtis. Surviving are a daughter Violet, wife of Leon Greenawalt of Alburtis; two brothers, Elmer of Cedarbrook and William of Alburtis; a grandchild, and five great-grandchildren, including Linwood L. Gehris with whom he resided. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday in the Trexler & Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. A calling hour will be noon Friday until services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 23, 1975, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schueck, Howard S.

Howard S. Schueck, 78, of 13 Church St., Alburtis, died yesterday in his home. He was the husband of Helen (Hilbert) Schueck. A self-employed carpenter, he retired 13 years ago. He also had worked several years at the former Hydraulic Engineering Co., Alburtis. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late William and Amanda (Schlicher) Schueck. He was an Army veteran of World War I. Surviving besides his widow are a son William J., of Alburtis; three daughters, Ruth E., wife of Wilbur F. Reichard of macungie; Dorothy M., wife of Kenneth R. Landis of Alburtis, and Carolyn K., wife of Stanley W. Heim of Baltimore; three brothers, Elmer of Allentown and William and Herbert, both of Alburtis, and seven grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. There will be no viewing.

Funeral Notice (p. 7): Age at death = 78 years, 7 months, 7 days; Buried, Lehigh Zion church cemetery

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 4, 1966, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schueck, Mae (nee Dey)

Mrs. Mae (Dey) Schueck, 68, a former resident of Allentown, died on Friday in the Community General Hospital in Reading. She had been a guest at the Becpel Nursing Home in Wernersville for the past 10 years. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late John and Emma (Reinhardt) Dey. A member of the Lutheran faith, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Beitler of Topton and Florence, wife of Lloyd Scheirer of Alburtis R. 1 and three step-sisters, Lula, wife of Walter Hartzel of Macungie, Marie, wife of Paul Scheirer of Alburtis R. 1 and Helen, wife of Clarence Haines of Alburtis. Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, February 10, 1963, page B-6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schueck, William

Services were held for William Homer Schueck, 76, husband of Mary R. (Bechtel) Schueck of Gehman Road, Barto, who died November 16 in Lehigh Valley Hospital Center, near Allentown. Born in Norristown, he was a machinist at the former Boyertown Packaging Co. of Boyertown for 22 years, retiring in 1991. Before that, he was a Longacre's Modern Dairy route driver in the Birdsboro and Elverson areas for 14 years. He also worked at Walker's Lawn Mower Shop in New Berlinville for several years. Schueck was a Navy veteran, serving on the USS Lexington aircraft carrier after World War II. He was a lifelong member of New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ in East Greenville, where he served two terms as a trustee on the church consistory. He also served on the church's cemetery board and the property committee. He was also a longtime member of the Church Bible Fellowship Class. He was a member of the National Rifle Association. Schueck also refurbished pump organs, for which he was featured in several newspaper articles. Surviving in addition to his wife of 52 years are a son, Arnold R. Schueck of Gilbertsville; a daughter, Beatrice L. Crowley, of Boyertown; a brother, Winfred M. Schueck of Boyertown; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers and a granddaughter. Contributions may be made to the Cemetery Fund or the Memorial Fund of New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ, 1070 Church Road, East Greenville, PA 18041. Burial was in New Goshenhoppen Cemetery in East Greenville. The arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home, East Greenville.

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

Schugar, Charles V.

When his mother, Mrs. Kate Leibensperger, of Topton, called her 16-year-old son Charles V. Schugar, to get up in the morning to go to his usual work in the silk mill, he said: "I will soon finish it," and shortly after a shot was heard in his room. The mother ran up stairs and found the boy had fired a revolver bullet through his heart. He was her only son and had retired at 3 o'clock Wednesday morning.

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

Schuger, Susanna F. (nee Rohrbaach)

Susanna F., wife of Joel Schuger, died at her home at Alburtis yesterday morning from stomach troubles. She was 44 years old and was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Rohrbach, the latter surviving. She was twice married. Her first husband was Jacob A. Fox. From the marriage there is one child, Katie. From the second marriage there are two children, G. Calvin and Mary M. Schuger. William F. Rohrbach, of Dale, and Daniel Rohrbach, of Landis Store, are brothers. The funeral will be held on Thursday morning from her late home, with interment at Huff's Church. Rev. D. K. Humber, of Bower's, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 21, 1900, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schuler, Eliza

Schuler, Elizabeth

Schuler, Ella M. (nee Miller)

Mrs. Ella M. (Miller) Schuler died yesterday at the Pennsburg R.D. home of her grandson, Richard Schuler, with whom she resided. She was 78. Born in Longswamp, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Lydia (Heil) Miller. She was the widow of Henry G. Schuler. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Zionsville. Surviving are six grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Hunsberger Funeral Home, 163 Main St., Pennsburg. Viewing will be after 7 p.m. Friday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 21, 1965, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schuler, Hannah (nee Shaner)

Mrs. John Schuler, of Forge dale, in Washington township, Berks County, passed away on Wednesday noon, August 25, aged 85(?) years. Before her marriage she was Miss Hannah Shaner. She is survived by her husband, her only son having died long ago. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 30, beginning at the house at 2 p.m. Further services will be held at Huff's Church, followed by interment.

[Source: Shamrock News, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 27, 1920, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schuler, Jeremiah T.

Jeremiah T. Schuler, 76, night foreman at the Textile Machine Shop for 21 years, died at his home in West Reading on Saturday. He was born in Mertztown, a son of the late Israel and Susan (Archer) Schuler. Surviving are his widow, Elizabeth J. (Hodge); two daughters, Mrs. Edward Hardy and Mrs. Harry Witman, Reading, and these sisters and brothers, Mrs. Alfred Schaeffer, Allentown; Mrs. Ella Scholl, Bethlehem; Alfred Schuler, Reading, and Andrew Schuler, Indianapolis; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Funeral services Wednesday at 2.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 14, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schuler, Lester G.

Graveside services will be held for Lester G. Schuler, 66, of West Sixth Street, Red Hill, husband of Betty P. (Frey) Schuler, who died May 18 in Grand View Hospital in Sellersville. Born in Boyertown, he was a son of Bessie (Moll) Schuler of Pennsburg and the late Russell Schuler. He worked as a truck driver for The Knoll Group, East Greenville, for 39 years until his retirement in 1999. Schuler was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church of Pennsburg. He was a member of Red Hill Fire Co.; Liberty Fire Co., New Berlinville; Upper Perkiomen Senior Citizen's Center of East Greenville, and the Pike Township Sportsmen's Association. In addition to his wife of 43 years and his mother, he is survived by a daughter, Wanda Rittenhouse of Pennsburg. Also three brothers, two sisters and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son. Contributions may be made to HHT Foundation, P.O. Box 8087, New Haven, CT 06530; or to St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 81 N. Main St., Pennsburg, PA 18073. A graveside service and burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark's Lutheran Cemetery, Penn Street, Pennsburg. The Rev. Charles E. Romanowski, pastor of St. Mark's Lutheran Church will officiate. The arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home, East Greenville.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, May 22, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schuler, Lucincus J.

Lucincus J. Schuler, 82 years old, a retired farmer, died yesterday morning at 12:15 o'clock at his home near Kline’s Corner, Mertztown R. 1, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Schuler, in ill health for two years, had been bedfast since Sunday. He was born in Weisenberg township, Lehigh county, a son of Simon and Elvina, nee Haas, Schuler. Mr. Schuler was a farmer nearly all his life and was in the cattle business for many years. He retired 12 years ago. Surviving are his wife, Fyetta, nee Blose, Schuler; four sons, George of Allentown, Adam of Orefield R. 1, James of Mertztown R. 1, and Richard of Breinigsville R. 2; three daughters, Mrs. Charles Grim of Kutztown; Mrs. Clarence Merkle of alburtis R. 1, and Mrs. Edwin Geiger of Fleetwood. A sister, Mrs. Harry Rickert, Orefield R. 1, 24 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, also survive. A daughter, Mrs. Clayton Hahn of Allentown, died Dec. 8, 1938. Four others daughters and two sons preceded him in death. He was a member of the Reformed faith. Funeral services will be held at his late home on Monday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Donald Englert will officiate. Interment will be in Ziegel’s church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 19, 1939, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schuler, Pauline

Among the local survivors of Pauline (Millisock) Schuler, 66, Thomasville, N.C., who died of natural causes Nov. 11, is a daughter, Eileen M. (Schuler) Weaver, Leesport, and a son, Ralph E. Schuler, Lenhartsville.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, November 20, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schuler, Pauline

Services were held in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Pauline Schuler, Thomasville, N.C., formerly of Kutztown, who died of natural causes Nov. 11. Burial was in Frieden's Cemetery, Stony Run. She was the wife of Elmer E. Schuler. Born in Berks County, she was a daughter of the late John and Rosie (Slider) Millisock. Until retiring in 1999, she was employed by Day-Timers, East Texas, Lehigh County, for several years. She was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Hyde Park. Also surviving five daughters, Jean E. (Schuler) Heck, Alburtis; Rose A. (Schuler) Hamilton, Birdsboro; Joan M. (Schuler) roth, Bowmanstown, Carbon County; Wanda L. (Schuler) Oise, Fleetwood; and Eileen M. (Schuler) Weaver, Leesport. Other survivors include three sons: Ralph E. Schuler, Lenhartsville; Edwin A. Schuler, Kutztown; and Robert A. Schuler, Thomasville, N.C. There are also 15 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Edith (Millisock) Hanselman, Yardley, Bucks County.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schuler, Tyetta A. (nee Blose)

Mrs. Tyetta A. Schuler, 78, died at 11:05 yesterday morning at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James Schuler near Klines Corner, Mertztown R. 1. Born in Heidelberg township, Lehigh county, she was the daughter of Francis Blose and Susan, nee German, Blose. Mrs. Schuler was a member of the Reformed wing of Ziegels church. Her first husband was George Freeby, and her second husband, Lucingus Schuler, died almost a year ago. She is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Edwin Geiger of Fleetwood, Mrs. Charles Grim of Kutztown, and Mrs. Clarence Merkle of Alburtis, R. 1; two sons, Richard Schuler of Breinigsville R. 1 and James Schuler of Mertztown R. 1; two stepsons, George Schuler of Allentown and Adam Schuler of Orefield. She is also survived by one brother, Franklin Lynn of Topton; two sisters, Mrs. Elias Benfield of Reinholds Station and Mrs. Cora Schmoyer of Emmaus, nine grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James Schuler. The Rev. Donald Englert will officiate and interment will be made in Ziegels church cemetery.

[Note: Her tombstone in Ziegels church cemetery has her name engraved as Fyetta.]

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, December 31, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schultz, Adam S.

Adam S. Schultz, retired farmer, died Saturday at his home in Hereford. He was 69. Born in Hereford Township, he was a son of the late Daniel and Susan (Schultz) Schultz. He was a member of Palm Schwenkfelder Church. Surviving are his widow, Mabel (Jones) Schultz, two sons, Ralph J., Hereford, and Wilmer, Emmaus; two daughters, Grace, wife of Raymond Graber, Barto R. 1, and Mildred, wife of John Sikorski, Emmaus; a sister, Mrs. Owen Gerhard, Barto R. 1, and eight grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Palm Schwenkfelder Church. Viewing will be after 7 pm. Tomorrow in the Hunsberger Funeral Home, 163 Main St., Pennsburg.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 28, 1960, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schultz, Andrew K.

LARGELY ATTENDED FUNERAL The funeral of Andrew K. SHULTZ, of Clayton, Berks County, was largely attended on Monday. Rev. O.S. KRIEBEL, of Pennsburg, officiated, assisted by Rev. ANDERS, of Worcester, and Rev. E.E.S. JOHNSON, of Philadelphia, Revs. MACK, EHST and SHELLY, of Bally. Interment was made at the Hereford Schwenkfelder Meeting House Cemetery, near Clayton. The funeral was the largest held at Clayton for years. Mr. SHULTZ was the oldest resident in the town, being 85 years old.

[Source: Town and Country (Pennsburg, PA), Saturday, May 30, 1903. Submitted by: Chuck Wolfram.]

Additional notes from submitter:
Andrew K. SCHULTZ was born 3 March 1818 to Andrew SCHULTZ and his wife Sophia KRIEBEL.

Schultz, Andrew K.

Schultz, Andrew K.

Schultz, Caleb S.

Caleb S. Schultz, 65, of Hereford, Berks County, was stricken with a heart attack yesterday and died at his home. He was the husband of the former Verna G. Kriebel. Schultz retired in 1965 as an inspector for the Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. in Pottsville. He was a member of the Schwenkfelder Church of Palm. Born at Clayton, Berks County, he was a son of the late Henry S. and Elizabeth K. (Schultz) Schultz. Surviving besides his widow are a son Ray K., of Collegeville R. 2; two brothers, Lyman S., of palmerton, and Wilbur, of Zionsville R.D.; two sisters, Thamar, wife of John Hieter of Emmaus, and Naomi, wife of Elton Miller of Zionsville R. D., and two stepbrothers, warren Frey of Boyertown R.D. and Wesley Frey of Emmaus. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Mann Funeral home, 221 Main St., East Greenville. Calling hours will be after 7 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 21, 1966, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schultz, Daniel N.

Hereford Man Dies Day After Resigning As Bank Director
Daniel N. Schultz, Succumbs Following Several Weeks' Illness
Was Retired Farmer
Served Long Period of Time as Official of Farmers National Bank

Daniel N. Schultz, retired Hereford township farmer, died at 5:30 o'clock Wednesday eveing, a day after ill health had prompted him to tender his resignation as a member of the board of directors of the Farmers National Bank, Pennsburg, on which body he had served for a period of 30 years. He was aged 74 years, 6 months and 19 days.

Death resulted from a complication of ailments, from which he had been suffering since Spring, although having ailed at times for two years. A week ago Saturday, his condition became more serious and from that time until his death he was confined to bed.

Mr. Schultz was prominent in the upper Periomen Valley section and through his long connection with the local bank, was a well known figure in the borough here.

His years of service as a director of the Farmers National Bank, which began following an eight-year period of service as a director of the Perkiomen National Bank in East Greenville, won for him a host of friends and acquaintances, and earned for him the respect of all with whom the business brought him in contact.

Mr. Schultz severed his business connections here only when he deemed it advisable to do so because of general declining health, but survived by tendering of his resignation by but a few more than twenty-four hours.

Mr. Schultz was born in Hereford township, Berks County, on November 9, 1865, a son of the late Enoch and his wife Leah, nee Schultz, Schultz, and resided on the old Schultz homestead all his life.

The Schultz farm is located just off the Hereford-Allentown highway, a short distance from the junction of that road and the Hereford-East Greenville route.

Mr. Schultz was educated in the public schools of the township, and following the death of his father, took over operation of his farm. He conducted the farm successfully until about fourteen years ago, when he retired.

He was one of a family of ten children, six of whom preceded him in death, and the surviving three, all older than he.

His wife, Susan G., nee Schultz, preceded him in death on June 25 last.

He was a life-long member of the Palm Schwenkfelder church, and in his younger days served as a deacon there.

Deceased is survived by two daughters, and one son, Clara at home; Mrs. Owen S. Gerhart, of Clayton, and Adam, at home. Two sisters and one brother survive, Levi N. Schultz, Norristown; Mrs. Nathan M. Schultz and Mrs. Susanna N. Schultz, both of Palm, six grandsons and three granddaughters also survive.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. daylight saving time, at the Palm Schwenkfelder church. Internment will take place on the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Director W. H. Dimmig, of East Greenville, has charge.

[Source: Town and Country, Friday May 30, 1930. Submitted by Christine.]

Schultz, Florence

Florence Schultz, 81, of Telford, formerly of Quakertown, died Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2002 at the Lutheran Community at Telford. A memorial service was held Nov. 18. Interment was in Woodland Cemetery, Coopersburg. She was the wife of the late Roland Schultz. Born in Zion Hill, she was a daughter of the late Wallace and Daisy (Brinker) Levy. She was a sewing machine operator for the former Fishman's Shirt Co., Quakertown, for over 20 years before retiring. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Quakertown. She is survived by: John W. of Caldwell, N.J.; one brother, Woodrow Levy of Coopersburg; one sister, Anna of Quakertown; one grandson. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lutheran Community at Telford, 215 N. Washington Street, Telford, PA 18969. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.

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

Schultz, Henry S.

Schultz, Isaac

Isaac Schultz, native of Hereford, Berks county, who went west fifty years ago and from whom relatives had no word for forty-six years until notified by his wife of a serious illness last December, died at his home in Thermopolis, Wyoming. Burial took place there. He was aged 79 years. News of his death reached relatives at Hereford during the past week. Mr. Schultz had long been given up as dead. In December he became seriously ill of dropsy and heart trouble. His wife learned that he was a native of Hereford. She went to the Allentown postmaster for information. The letter reacher Mrs. Edwin Fox, of Hereford, a niece and a correspondence followed. Jeremiah Schultz, a nephew, who is a Rochester, Inc. druggist, was notified. He went to Wyoming in January and visited Mr. Schultz, who by that time had recovered sufficiently enough to leave the hospital. Before settling in Thermopolis, deceased spent two years in California after 1887 and later was in Colorado. All news of Mr. Schultz coming to relatives here ceased after he went to California. Prior to this he had suffered severe financial loss when a blizzard wiped out his sheep on his western ranch. Mr. Schultz is survived by his widow and one brother, Alfred Schultz, Philadelphia.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 9, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schultz, Jennie M. (nee Kuhns)

POTTSTOWN Mrs. Jennie M. (Kuhns) Schultz of New Berlinville, wife of Willis Schultz, died Saturday in Pottstown Hospital. She was 69. A native of Seisholtzville, she was a daughter of the late James A. and Maria (Gery) Kuhns. She was a member of Palm Schwenkfelder Church and the Boyertown auxiliary of Pottstown Hospital. Surviving in addition to her husband are six daughters, Florence C., of Havertown; Mrs. Elsie M. Krause of Palm; Marian, wife of Earl Fix, Kensington, Md.; Mrs. Gladys L. Dochney, Boyertown; Glenna R., wife of Henry Fulmer Jr., Boyertown R. 3, and Jean, wife of the Rev. Jack Rothenberger of Lansdale; two sons, Lester K., of Palm, and Willard of St. Albans, England; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and a brother, William Kuhns, of Allentown. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Palm Schwenkfelder Church, with viewing Wednesday 7-9 p.m. at the Schwenk Funeral Home in Boyertown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 28, 1960, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schultz, Joel

Schultz, Joseph

Schultz, Juliana

Schultz, Lorraine M.

Lorraine M. Schultz, 60, of Quakertown, died Saturday, Nov. 9, 2002 at Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington. A funeral mass was held Nov. 13. Born in Fountain Hill, she was the daughter of Jennie (Wiencek) Schultz of Quakertown and the late Vinert A. Schultz. She was last employed as a presser for the former Swan Lee Clothing Mill, Richlandtown. She was a member of St. Isidore's Catholic Church, Quakertown. In addition to her mother, she is survived by: one sister, Evelyn Wiedl of Bethlehem; three nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the church building fund. Arrangements: C. R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., Quakertown.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, November 14, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schultz, Walter J.

A 35-year-old Hereford farmer died yesterday afternoon in Allentown Hospital six hours after he fell from a truck loaded with hay. Walter J. Schultz lost his balance and fell 12 feet to a dirt and gravel driveway, members of his family said. They said a rope broke while he was tying down a load of baled hay on the truck. The accident happened on a private driveway leading to a barn on Water St., just west of East Greenville. Hospital attendants said Schultz never regained consciousness. He died at 5:45 pm.. Coroner Clayton O. P. Werley of Lehigh County said an autopsy will be performed today to determine the cause of death. Dr. William Kistler of Zionsville treated Schultz at the scene. He was flagged down as people at the scene recognized his car. Schultz was taken to the hospital in the East Greenville ambulance. Born in Hereford, he was a son of Adam S. and Mabel Jones Schultz. He was a member of the Palm Schwenkfelder Church. Surviving in addition to his parents are his wife, the former E. Arlene fisher, two sisters, Grace S., wife of Raymond Graber of Barto R. 1, and Mildred J., wife of John Sikorski of Emmaus, and two brothers, Ralph J., of Hereford, and Wilmer R., of Emmaus. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Palm Schwenkfelder Church. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Friday in the Long Funeral Home, Oley, or at the church from noon until the funeral.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 15, 1960, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schulze, Christopher Emmanuel

Schumacher, Elizabeth

Schumaker, Jacob E.

Schuppen, Edward

Schuppert, Mrs.

Schurr, Emanuel

Schutt, Mary M.

A private funeral will be held for Mary M. (Hoffman) Schutt, 85, of Wind Gap, Northumberland County, formerly of Bechtelsville, widow of Henry A. Schutt, who died February 3 in Easton Hospital, Easton. Born in Washington Township, Berks County, she was a housekeeper for Glenna and Paul Gerhart of Boyertown for more than 30 years. Surviving are a daughter, Alice M. Walls of Elverson; three sisters, Arlene Reichard and Lillian Landis, both of Macungie, and Dorothy Reppert, Oley; two brothers, Leroy and Willard Hoffman, both of Macungie. There are also two grandsons. She was preceded in death by a brother and a sister. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown.

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

Schutter, Conrad Christian

Schutter -- In Spring, September 11th, Conrad Christian, son of Christian and Christiana Schutter, aged ? years, ? months and 27 days.

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

Schutter, Robert W.

Services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Robert W. Shutter, 74, of Dietrich Lane, Perry Township, who died June 23 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient nine days. Burial was in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. He was the husband of Arlene A. (Kramer) Schutter. Born in Mohnton, he was a son of the late Clarence H. and Edna D. (Frankhauser) Schutter. Until retiring in 1970, he was employed in the maintenance department of American Safety Table Co., Reading, for 30 years. He was also a self-employed farmer at his residence for many years. Also surviving are a stepson, James E. Weitzel, Reading, and a stepdaughter, Jean A. (Weitzel) Boyd, Hamburg. There are also three stepgrandchildren and a stepgreat-grandchild. Other survivors include a brother, Carl Schutter, Mohnton, and two sisters, Mildred (Schutter) Gambler, Mount Penn, and Dorothy (Schutter) Schurr, Mohnton.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, July 2, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schwalm, Philip

On the 17th inst., in Womelsdorf, Philip Schwalm, in the 59th year of his age.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 27, 1849. Submitted by Kathy.]

Schwambach, Annie M.

In this city, on the 29th Inst. Annie M., widow of John R. Schwambach, aged 60 years, 8 months and 23 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice from the residence of her brother, John F. Schaeffer, 836 Madison Ave, on Saturday at 2 o'clock. Services at the house, interment at Aulenbach Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, December 31, 1908. Submitted by Justine.]

Schwambach, Benjamin

In this city, on the 11th Inst. Benjamin F. Schwambach, aged 30 yrs. 10 months and 6 days The relatives and friends of the family, also the Union Association and the Union Fire Company, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John R. Schwambach, 1323 Cotton Street., on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house, Interment in the Aulenbach Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 12, 1907. Submitted by Justine.]

Schwambach, John R.

DEATH OF FORMER LANDLORD SCHWAMBACH
Conducted Saloons at Different Locations-War Veteran-Was a Native of Leesport.

John R. Schwambach, aged 64 years, a well-known ex-landlord living at 1323 Cotton Street, died of a complication of diseases, superinduced by stomach troubles, at the Reading Hospital, early this morning. Deceased had been ailing some time and was admitted to the hospital a week ago. He was born in Leesport, but came to this city when a young man. About 15 years ago he began conducting a saloon at Greenwich and Mulberry streets. Several years later he removed to Ninth and Windsor streets. Following this he was located successively at Twelth and Amity streets, Tenth and Buttonwood streets. He retired from this business about 10 years ago. For the past few years he conducted a tobacco store ar his home ar 1323Cotton Street.

Deceased was a veteran of the Civil War. He was a member of the Lutheran denomination. About two months ago deceased son, Daniel Schwambach died.

Besides his widow, Annie (nee Schaeffer) deceased is survived by on son, John H. Schwambach; one adopted daughter, Bessie Bickel; one sister, Mrs. John Strunk, and four brothers, Daniel, William, Frank and Jeremiah, all of this city.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 17, 1907. Submitted by Justine.]

Schwambach, Mary

DIES IN AMBULANCE AT HOSPITAL ENTRANCE
MRS. MARY SCHWAMBACH IS TAKEN WITH HEMORRHAGES AT NOON

As the Reading Hose ambulance completed a record run from the rear of 222 Washington Street, to the Homepathic Hospital, Mrs. Mary Schwambach, aged 36 years with tuberculosis, was suddenly seized with hemorrhages and the amblance was summoned at 12:45 o'clock. Undertaker Auman removed the remains to his morgue.

Deceased was the widow of Benjamin Schwambach, who died about five years ago. She was a Miss Morris before her marriage. A son charles, and four brothers and five sisters survive. Deceased was born in this city.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 11, 1911. Submitted by Justine.]

Schwank, Adam

Adam Schwank, one of Reading's best known retired citizens, succumbed to the effects of old age and general debility Thursday at his residence, 1362 Mineral Spring road, following an illness of two days. He seemed to be in the best of health until his illness. He was in his 93rd year. Mr. Schwank was a native of Germany and was born April 14, 1818. His grandfather and great-grandfather were each Mayor of the city of Fulda and stood high in the community. His father, John C. Schwank, was a miller by occupation and the son learned from him how to dress stones and from an uncle how to do masonry work. Father and son came to American in 1840 and located 20 miles above Mauch Chunk, and the son followed the business of a stone mason and contractor. Deceased came to Reading in 1842 and resided there ever since, excepting a period of 22 months, when he lived in Philadelphia.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 11, 1911, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schwartz, Alfred I.

Among the local survivors of Alfred I. Schwartz, formerly of West Wyomissing, who died March 12 in Evans Retirement Home, Fleetwood, where he had resided since March 11, 2002, is a son, Randall L. Schwartz, Kutztown.

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

Schwartz, George W.

George W. Schwartz, a most successful operator of iron ore mines in Eastern Berks and Lehigh counties for the past thirty years, died of pneumonia and acute Bright's disease at his home at Hancock, Berks county, at 10.30 o'clock Friday morning. He was taken ill on Monday, Nov. 2d. Drs. Werley and Follweiler, of Topton, were the attending physicians and Drs. Schaeffer and Hartzell, of Allentown, were called into consultation. Deceased brought his age to 55 years. He was a director of the Topton National Bank, a member of the Longswamp School Board and an Elder of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp Church. He was one of the wealthiest men between Reading and Allentown. He leaves his widow (nee Emma Breinig), a son, Warren, at home; daughter, Miss Ellen, a student at the Keystone State Normal School, Kutztown; two brothers, Francis, of Hancock, and Jonathan, of Longswamp, and a sister, Mary, widow of Dr. M. S. Long, of Allentown. Deceased was a son of the long deceased Levi and Sarah Schwartz, of Hancock. The funeral services on Tuesday forenoon were very largely attended. Rev. Meckstroth conducted the services at the house and in the church. Rev. R. M. Kern conducted the services at the grave.

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

Schwartz, Harry Edwin

Died. On the 12th ult., in Longswamp, Harry Edwin, son of Jonathan and Elwina Schwartz, aged 2 years, 8 months and 14 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 14, 1880, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schwartz, Hiram H.

Hiram H. Schwartz, Judge of the Orphans' court of Berks county, Penn., a member of the Berks County bar for over thirty years, and an ex-member of the Legislature, died after a long illness at his home at Kutztown, Berks County, last evening, aged sixty years.

[Source: New York Times, August 26, 1891. Submitted by Nancy.]

Schwartz, Jane A.

Jane A., wife of Francis W. Schwartz of Hancock, died Wednesday morning of last week of a complication of diseases. She is survived by her husband and two sons, Harry, a student at the Kutztown State Normal School, and C. Herbert, clerk for C. A. Fegely & Bro., at Cementon, and the following brothers and sisters: Sylvester W. Mabry, Reading; Levi S. Mabry, Mrs. C. H. Hertzog, Longswamp, and Mrs. John D. Fegely, Shamrock. Deceased was a daughter of Willoughby and Esther Mabry, both deceased. She was a member of the Reformed church.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, June 19, 1902, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schwartz, Levi

On Monday forenoon the mortal remains of Levi Schwartz, of Hancock, Berks county, were consigned to their last resting place at Longswamp church. The deceased was well and favorably known in his county and outside. In consequence the attendance at the funeral was very large, the church being too small to accommodate all. Many relatives and friends of the deceased came from a distance to pay their last respects. The Revs. Hellfrich, father and son, officiated. The deceased was a farmer for many years. By his toil he had amassed a competency and lived in his fine residence near his farm at Hancock in retirement for some time. He was ever hospitable and good-natured and, although old in years, his form is missed by many for his genial manners and good qualities. Six children, all married, remain of eleven born to him and his wife Sarah, nee Weiler. The sickness was typhoid pneumonia, from which the deceased suffered but a short time, being in bed but a few days. The end was not unexpected by him though his somewhat sudden death shocked those about him. He brought his age to 75 years, 2 months and 21 days. Mrs. Aquilla Knauss, mother of the writer, is a sister of Mrs. Schwartz and with a number of other relatives from town attended the funeral.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, May 9, 1889, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schwartz, Reuben

Dr. Reuben Schwartz died at his home at Lebanon on Sunday night of dropsy. He was unwell for the last three years. Deceased brought his age to 58 years and was the oldest son of the late Levi and Sarah Schwartz, of Hancock. His wife preceded him in death some three years and an only daughter, Mary, survives, together with these brothers: Jonathan, George and Francis, of Hancock, and one sister, Mrs. Mary DeLong, of Longswamp. Dr. Schwartz was a well known and popular man. He was for some years located at Myerstown and had for many years practiced his profession at Lebanon. Of a kindly and genial disposition, he had made many friends who are saddened by his demise. He was a nephew of Mrs. Aquila Knauss, of town.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 20, 1900, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schwartz, Samuel W.

The funeral of Dr. Samuel W. Schwartz, the veterinary surgeon of Hancock, Berks county, took place on Tuesday and was very largely attended. Service was held at the house and at Longswamp church where burial was made. Rev. N. W. Helfrich officiated. Deceased was a well known and popular man, in the prime of life. He suffered from spine disease which caused him great pain for the last few weeks. He brought his age to 41 years, 9 months and 7 days. His wife and a young daughter survive, besides his aged mother, a sister and four brothers. The latter acted as pallbearers. Among them is Dre. Reuben Schwartz, a successful dentist of Lebanon. Quite a number of relatives of Macungie attended the funeral.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, June 15, 1893, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schwartz, Sarah Ann

Sarah Ann, widow of Levi Schwartz, died on Saturday evening, at her home at Hancock, Berks county, from the effects of paralysis which overcame her the day before. She had been well preserved and only slightly ill lately. She brought her age to 80 years and 12 days. Deceased was a daughter of the long-deceased George Weiler and his wife, the latter a daughter of Dewalt Schaeffer. Her husband preceded her in death nearly eleven years. Four sons and one daughter survive, Dr. Reuben, of Lebanon; Mrs. Mary Long, of Longsdale; Jonathan W., of Mertztown; George W. and Francis W. of Hancock. She leaves two brothers and four sisters, Amos Weiler, of Longswamp; Monoah S. Weiler, of Reading; Mrs. Aquila Knauss, of town; Mrs. J. P. Haas and Mrs. Thomas Will, of Reading; Mrs. Edwin Fegely, of Breinigsville. Deceased was a life-long member of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp Church. She had many excellent qualities, having been a good mother and friend, being charitable and kind of of most pleasant disposition. The funeral takes place from her late home tomorrow (Friday) forenoon, burial to be made at the Longswamp Church.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 25, 1900, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schwartz, William C.

William C. Schwartz, 82, died Aug. 18 at 2:45 a.m. in his residence in Muhlenberg Township. He was the husband of Grace E. (Brown) Schwartz. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Charles H. and Sarah R. (Zapf) Schwartz. Schwartz was employed for 27 years as a tool and die maker by ATT Reading Works, Muhlenberg Township, retiring in 1986. He was a 1941 graduate of Reading High School. Schwartz was a member of the Rosedale United Church of Christ, Laureldale. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Schwartz is also survived by a daughter, Margaret L. (Schwartz) Hoyt, Muhlenberg Township. Other survivors include two sisters, Mary (Schwartz) Shade, Wernersville, and Florence (Schwartz) Krick, Reading. There are also two grandchildren, three stepgrandchildren, a great-granddaughter and six stepgreat-grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 11 a.m. in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

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

Schwarz, Philip

Schwegmann, Francis G.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Francis G. Schwegmann, 70, of Chestnut Street, Douglassville, who died March 18 in St. Joseph Medical Center. Born in Reading, Schwegmann was employed as a commercial pilot by Allegheny Airlines and was last employed as an installer by Bell Telephone Co., retiring in 1993. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School. Schwegmann was a Navy and Air Force veteran and served in the Korean War. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Birdsboro. Surviving are two sons, John G., Exeter Township, and Jeffrey G. Mohnton. Other survivors include three sisters and a granddaughter. Burial was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. The Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, was in charge of the arrangements.

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

Schweitzer, Annette E.

Annette E. Schweitzer, 67, formerly of 53 S. Miller St., Shillington, Berks County, died Friday in Desert Samaritan Care Center, Mesa, Ariz., where she had resided since January. Born in Schuylkill Haven, she was a daughter of the last James and Marie Long Weston. She was employed as a textile sewer for Spring Ford Co. until retiring. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Shillington. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph A., on Nov. 28, 1992. Surviving are a son, Bret M., Mesa; a sister, Evelyn Lynch, Cressona; two brothers, Winfield Weston, Auburn, and Darvin Weston, Sun City, Ariz. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday in Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home Inc., Mohnton. Interment will be in Bowmansville Union Cemetery, Lancaster County.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, October 18, 1999. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schweitzer, Kevin W.

Kevin W. Schweitzer, 39, died of natural causes May 6 at 10:35 p.m. in his Reading residence. Born in Reading, he was a son of William A. and Shirley Mae (Mitchell) Schweitzer, both of Reading. Schweitzer had been employed for 17 years as a laborer by the Blind Association of Reading, last working in November. He was a 1987 graduate of Oley Technical Institute. Schweitzer captured first place in the bowling competition at the 2004 Pennsylvania Special Olympics. He is also survived by a brother, Christopher A., Reading; and two half brothers, Scott P. Dautrich, Reading, and Brian W. Dautrich, Bowmansville. Services will be Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

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

Schweitzer, Patricia A.

Services were held for Patricia A. Schweitzer, 35, who died January 5 in her residence on West Wessner Road, Maidencreek Township. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Roy V. Schweitzer Jr., Temple and the late Betty M. (Clouser) Schweitzer. She was last employed as a secretary by Frank Reifsnyder Jr., Heating & Air Conditioning, Reading. Schweitzer was a graduate of Oley Valley High School. In addition to her father, she is also survived by a son, Austin R. Simon, at home. Other survivors include two sisters and three brothers. Services will be Friday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, January 9, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schweitzer, Patricia A.

Services will be held 10 a.m., Jan 10, in the Bean Funeral Home, Reading, for Patricia A. Schweitzer, who was pronounced dead Jan. 5 in her West Wessner Road, Maidencreek Township residence. The cause of death is under investigation by the Berks County coroner's office. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Roy V. Schweitzer Jr., Temple, and the late Betty M. (Clouser) Schweitzer. She was last employed as a secretary by Frank Reifsnyder Jr. Heating and Air Conditioning, Reading. Schweitzer was a graduate of Oley Valley High School. Also surviving are a son, Austin R. Simon, at home. Other survivors include two sisters, Brenda J. (Schweitzer) Kosciuszko, Bernville, and Diane L. (Schweitzer) Gildner, Reading; and three brothers: Randy L. Schweitzer, Temple; Harold J. Schweitzer, Alburtis; and Russell J. Schweitzer, Exeter Township.

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

Schweitzer, Susanna

Susanna, widow of Bananiah Schweitzer, died of dropsy and old age at 6:15pm Thursday, at the residence of her daughter, Susan, wife of Michael Witwher, at Blue Ball, Lancaster Co, aged 79 years, 11 months and 8 days. Deceased was born in Lancaster county, near Bowmansville, and was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kring. She resided for a time at Hummels Store, after which she took up her residence near Bowmansville. She had been making her home with her daughter at Blue Ball since last July. Deceased was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Allegheny Church. Her husband, who was a farmer, died 13 years ago. Deceased leaves 10 children: Elizabeth, wife of John Kramer, near Alleghenyville, from which place the funeral will be held Monday at 9:30am; Otis Schweitzer, near Plowville; Emory, Wyomissing; Nathaniel, Sinking Spring, R D 1; Emeline, wife of Henry Hoffert, R D 1; Susan, wife of Michael Witwher, with whom she made her home; Charles, Freemansville; Frank; Sinking Spring R D 1; Harry, Bowmansville; and Theodore, Grill. There remain two brothers, Allison Kring, Elverson; and John, of near Bowmansville; a sister, Mrs. Elisabeth Oberholtzer, Bowmansville. A number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren remain.

[Source: Reading Eagle, September 13, 1919, p. 32. Submitted by: Diana.]

Schweitzer, Vickie K.

Services were held for Vickie Kay Schweitzer, 51, died of natural causes Oct. 28 in her residence at West First Street, Birdsboro. She was the wife of Henry A. Schweitzer, Jr. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of Mildred (Robinson) Brockerman, Amity Township, and the late George E. Brockerman. Schweitzer was employed for eight years as a manager by Kmart, Exeter Township, last working in 1995. She was a life member of the ladies auxiliary of the American Legion Post 626, Birdsboro. Schweitzer is also survived by a son, Brad A. Schweitzer, at home; and a daughter, Nicholle Y. (Lucas) Gephart, Pottstown. Other survivors include a stepson, Henry A. Schweitzer, III, Robeson Township; and a stepdaughter, Christine M. Schweitzer, Exeter Township. There are also a sister, Linda (Brockerman) Brewer, Danville, Montour County; and two grandchildren. Dengler Funeral Home, Inc., Birdsboro, was in charge of the arrangements. JOHN FEENEY Services were held for John J. "Jack" Feeney, 63, of Winding Creek Drive in Douglassville, husband of Louise M. (Bidden) Feeney, widower of Clare A. (Shuttleworth) Feeney, who died Oct. 29 in Reading Hospital and Medical Center in West Reading. He was born in Pottsville. He retired in 1994 from the former Mrs. Smith's Pie Co. in Pottstown, where he started as controller in 1969 and was promoted to vice president, then president of the company. He graduated from Nativity High School in Pottsville in 1956 and in 1960 from St. Francis College in Edensburg, Cambria County, with an accounting degree. He was a member of St. Catharine of Siena Roman Catholic Church in Exeter. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are one daughter, Coleen A. Bleile of Palmyra, Lebanon County; one stepson, William T. Bidden of Shoemakersville, Berks County; one sister, Jeanne Rizzuto of Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill County; and one grandson. He was predeceased by a son, Kevin J. Feeney. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 498 E. Bellevue Ave., Reading, PA 19605. Burial was in the St. Ambrose Cemetery in Schuylkill Haven. Arrangements were handled by the Lutz Funeral Home in Reading.

[Source: Southern Berks News, November 6, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Schwendner, Max

In this city, on the 4th, Max Schwendner, aged 69 years, 10 months and 10 days. Relatives and friends, also Havarian Beneficial Association, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 824 Front St., Saturday at 9:15 at the house, Requiem High Mass in St. Pauls Catholic Church, at 10 oclock. Interment strictly private in Charles Evans Cemetery.

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

Schwenk, Carrie

Oley, Aug. 5 (Special). Rev. H. W. Warmkessel officiated at the funeral of Mrs. Carrie Schwenk, which was held from the residence of her son-in-law, Daniel H. Hafer, near Yellow House. Further services were conducted in Oley Lutheran Church, Spangsville. Interment was made in the adjoining cemetery. The bearers were Warren Schwenk, Daniel A. Hafer, Edward Wolfgang and Daniel Rohrbach. The tributes were:

Spray of gladiolus, Daughter Annie and family; spray of gladiolus and narcissus, Daughter Nora and family; spray of gladiolus, Charles Schwenk and family; spray of gladiolus, Daughter Bertia and family; hand boquet, grandchildren. Funeral Director E.Y. Weidner had charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 5, 1929. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Schwenk, Jacob

Having shot out both his eyes a week ago, Jacob L. Schwenk, of Norristown, died last night.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, March 2, 1894. Submitted by Peggy.]

Schwenk, Jacob

Funeral of Jacob Schwenk. The remains of Jacob Schwenk, of Norriston, were brought here and interred in Union Cemetery, Rev. J. E. Freeman officiating at the grave. The friends took dinner at the Keystone House.

[Source: "Boyertown," Reading Eagle, Monday, March 5, 1894. Submitted by Peggy.] Schwenk, Mrs. Samuel

Schwenk, Samuel

Schwenzer, Kate (nee Heffner)

Kate Schwenzer, nee Heffner, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jonas Heffner, of Longswamp, died at 12.30 o'clock yesterday afternoon of an illness of a complication of diseases, which set in following an operation. She had been a patient at the hospital for a period of three weeks. There survive one daughter, Olivet, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Neno Eck, Hokendauqua; Mrs. Hettie Gambler, Kutztown; Charles and Benjamin Heffner, Allentown; Daniel Heffner, Catasauqua; Jacob Heffner, Pottstown; Jonas and Peter Heffner, Mertztown; William Heffner, Hellertown, and John Heffner, Pittsburgh.

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

Schweyer, Alfred H.

Alfred H. Schweyer, well known merchant and hotelman of Schweyers, Long Swamp township, died there at his home on Sunday morning at 6.20 o'clock after a two-week illness from pneumonia. He was in his 69th year. For fifty-six years he had resided at Schweyers, a village formerly called Klines Corner, which was renamed in his honor at the time a post-office was established there and where he served as the first postmaster. The post-office some time ago was discontinued, but Mr. Schweyer continued to conduct the hotel and general store at that place until the time of his death. He was born in Long Swamp township, Berks county, a son of Allen H. and Mary, nee Oswald, Schweyer. For twenty-five years he served as the township tax collector. He took a wide interest in all affairs for the advancement of the community where he lived for so many years and was widely known and highly esteemed by his many friends. He was a faithful member of the Reformed congregation of the Maxatawny church. Fraternally he was affiliated with the Knights of Golden Eagle and Knights of Friendship of Topton. Besides his widow, Mantana, nee Weidner, he is survived by a daughter, Mrs. John Banks, Reading; an adopted son, Robert McClellan, of Alburtis; a grandson, and his step-mother, Mrs. Eliza Schweyer, Long Swamp, together with a sister, Mrs. Sallie Weaver, Allentown, and two brothers, Daniel, of Schweyers, and Ellsworth Schweyer, Allentown. Funeral services will be held at his late residence on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. George B. Smith will officiate. Interment will be made in the Maxatawny cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 28, 1929, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schweyer, Esta L.

Esta L. Schweyer, 89, formerly of 1026 Franklin St., died Thursday night in Berks Heim, where she had been a patient since May 24. She had resided in the Wyomissing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center since Aug. 6, 1983. Her husband, Franklin A. Schweyer, died in October 1973. Born in Centre Township, she was a daughter of the late Daniel H. and Ellen L. (Potteiger) Gruber. Schweyer had been employed as an office worker for 35 years by the former Pomeroy's Inc., retiring in 1979. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Surviving are two stepdaughters, Virginia, wife of Chester V. Smith, Mohrsville R.D. 1; and Margaret, widow of Bernard Michalski, Bernville; six step-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Bean Funeral Home Inc., Shillington. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, August 20, 1994, p. C4. Submitted by: Judy.]

Schweyer, Franklin A.

F.A. Schweyer, Elementary Principal
Services for Franklin A. Schweyer, 77, of Schweyer road, Muhlenberg Township, who was dead on arrival Tuesday morning in St. Joseph's Hospital, will be held on Friday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Elton P. Richards will officiate in the Bean Funeral Home. Burial will be made in Charles Evans Cemetery. Mr Schweyer had been a teacher for 19 years and principal for 25 years of the former Rosedale Elementary School, Muhlenberg Township, before retiring in 1964. Born in Muhlenberg Township, a son of the late Eugene B. and Amanda (Ebling) Schweyer, he was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Masonic Affiliation
He also was a member of St. John's Lodge No. 435, F&AM; Berks County Senior Citizens, Retired Teachers Assn. of Pennsylvania, Goodwill Fire Co, and its beneficial association; Rajah Temple Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, and AASR Valley of Reading. Surviving are his widow, Esta (Gruber) Schweyer, and two daughters, Virginia S, wife of Chester V. Smith, Birdsboro R.D. 3, and Margaret K., wife of Bernard J. Michalski, Muhlenberg Township. Seven grandchildren and a sister, Elsie M. Schweyer, and a brother, Peter B., both of Muhlenberg Township.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, Oct. 31, 1973, p. 49. Submitted by: Judy.]

Schweyer, Jacob

Schweyer, John

John Schweyer, one of the oldest residents of Berks County, died on Saturday at his home in Rothrocksville, aged 92 years, 6 months and 29 days of age. Deceased was born on November 1, 1802 and had never been sick in his lifetime except about 6 months ago, when a bunion troubled him. He had it cut and blood poisoning set in from the effects of which he died. He was a veteran of the late war and took part in a number of engagements. He is survived by the following sons: Jacob of Philadelphia, Daniel and Francis of Bower's Station, Berks County, Allen and John of Schweyer's, Berks County, William of Rothrocksville and J. M. Schweyer of this city. The funeral will take place tomorrow morning at 9:30 from his late residence in Rothrocksville. Services will be held at Zion's Church. Rev. Alfred Herman officiating. Interment will be made in Zion's Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 4, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schweyer, John O.

Mr. John O. Schweyer, a son of Mr. Allen Schweyer, hotel-keeper at Klines Corner, in Longswamp tsp., died last week. He was a young man of promise and had just measured to his best years when that dread scourge of our climate, consumption, seized hold of and invaded his body, and finally caused his death. His remains were interred in the cemetery attached to the Siegfrieds Church, and the narrow grave now hold the body of one beloved by all who knew him. A young wife survives him. The sympathies of the entire section are with the sadly bereaved widow, parents and relatives in their great affliction. The funeral was attended by Topton Lodge, No. 437, Knights of Pythias, of which he had been a member.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 21, 1883, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schweyer, Margaret

Schwilkey, Frederick and Mary

Frederick and Mary Schwilkey, an aged couple, residing along the Conestoga Creek, near Lancaster, were found dead in bed, suffocated from coal gas.

[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 21, 1899.]

Schwinehart, Esther

Esther, widow of Jeremiah Schwinehart, died at the residence of her son-in-law, Charles A. Mory, aged about 74 years, from paralysis of which she had several attacks. She was bedfast the last 8 months. Her husband died three years ago. Two daughters, Alice wife of C.A. Mory, with whom she had her home, and Clara, also residing with her sister Alice. Funeral this Saturday forenoon. Short services will be held at the house after which the cortege will proceed to the Fairview cemetery, where interment will be made, after which the cortege will return to the Reformed Church, where the funeral services will be held by Rev. J.E. Freeman.

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

Schwinehart, Esther

The funeral of Esther Schwinehart, widow of Jeremiah Schwinehart, took place from the residence of her son-in-law, C. A. Mory and was very largely attended. The floral tributes were a bouquet and fern, the latter from her two daughters. Rev. J.E. Freeman officiated. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. Pall bearers: William D. Kehl, George Hartman, Frank Hartman, A.S. Leidy, Jeremiah Gehris, and Solomon Bush. Dinner was served for the friends at the boarding house of Mrs. L. M. Koons. Undertaker James Brumbach & Co.

[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 21, 1899.]

Schwoyer, Alfred

Schwoyer, Cecelia

Schwoyer, Infant of Stephen

Schwoyer, Jonas

Schwoyer, Matilda

Schwoyer, Paul B.

The remains of Paul B. Schwoyer, World War veteran, of Lyons, were laid to rest in the Union cemetery last Sunday with the regular afternoon service. The deceased was a son of William B. Schwoyer and wife, Anna L. (Drey), and was born at Bowers, September 29, 1893; baptized November 25, 1894, by Rev. D. K. Humbert and confirmed in Trinity church, Bowers, by Rev. W. F. Bond. During his service in France his health was impaired that he never fully recovered. He passed away at his parents’ home in Lyons on last Wednesday, aged 36 years, 2 months and 19 days. There remain his parents, six brothers and five sisters and a host of sympathizing friends as was manifested by the numerous and beautiful floral tributes and large attendance at house and church.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 28, 1929, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Schwoyer, Tillie

Schwoyer, Tillie

Scott, Catharine (nee Rothenberger)

Catharine, widow of the late Walter C. Scott, died last Friday at the home of her brother, James Rothenberger, at Alburtis, with whom she had resided. She was sick a long time and was tenderly cared for by her brother and family. Her husband preceded her about ten years. They had no children. Mrs. Scott was a kind and loveable woman. She brought her age to 60 years. The funeral took place on Monday. Interment was made on Longswamp cemetery.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 10, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Scott, Charles E.

Laureldale, Nov. 21 -- Charles E. Scott died today at his home, 1517 Prince St., this borough, aged 66 years. He was the son of the late Robert H. and Christiana (Sanders) Scott, was a member of the Eagles, the Reading Firemen’s Relief Association, the Central Fire Company and the P & R Relief Association. He was a blacksmith by occupation. In 1932 he was a justice of the peace here.

Surviving are his widow, Sallie (Nagle) Scott; these children: Robert J Scott, Almeta, wife of Lester Houck, Cleveland, OH; Edna, wife of Clarence Ringler, and Florence, wife of William Schmehl; nine children, one great-grandchild, these brothers and sisters: Fred and Louis Scott, Mrs. William Frey and Mrs. Burt Castor.

Funeral services Monday at 1:30 p.m. at the parlors of Funeral Director T.C. Auman, Inc., in Reading. The Rev. Mark K. Trexler will offociate. Interment in Hinnershitz Church Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 21, 1934. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Scott, Christianna (nee Sanders)

Mrs. Christiana Scott, wife of Robert H Scott, died of inflammation of the bowels on Thursday morning at her residence 1047 Greenwich street, aged 56 years 1 month and 9 days. Deceased was born in Kutztown, and came to Reading twenty years ago. She was a member of St Lukes's Lutherean Church and Women's Relief corps, No 10. Eight children, Charles E., Lewis A., M.C., Robert F Scott, Ella R., wife of Franklin Einsick; Gertrude E., wife of William H Fry; Carrie L and Florence A Scott, all of Reading survive, together with four brothers, Walter W. Sanders, Wilson and David of Reading, and Jeremiah, of Kutztown and one sister, Mrs. Louisa Long, of Cleveland, Ohio.

[Source: Reading Times, December 10, 1897. Submitted by Michelle.]

Scott, John

Scott, Mabel D.

Services were held for Mabel D. Scott, 91, of Gilbertsville, widow of Theodore W. Scott, who died June 3 in her home. Scott is survived by two sons, Robert W. Scott and Ronald C. Scott; one daughter, Jane Ellen McGovern; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Caring Hospice Services, 400 Commerce Drive, Suite C, Fort Washington, PA 19034. The arrangements were handled by the Fletcher Funeral Home, Philadelphia. Burial was in North Cedar Hill Cemetery.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, June 12, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Scott, Myra E.

Myra E., wife of Allen F. Scott, aged 41 years, died of heart trouble at 1.30 o'clock Monday afternoon at her late home in Reading. She was taken ill three weeks ago while returning from State College where her son was graduated in June. Besides her husband son son, Wayne L., there survive six sisters and two brothers.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 12, 1922, p. 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Scott, Robert H.

In this city, on the 5th, Robert H Scott, aged 87 years, 9 months and 6 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 235 Pear St., on Monday afternoon at 1:30. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

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

Scott, Walter C.

Our readers, we believe, have by this time become quite well acquainted with the sad case of Walter C. Scott, of Alburtis; how he was so suddenly relieved last fall of a spasmodic shaking of the head with which he was afflicted for thirty years; how he attempted suicide by firing three bullets into his head at Allentown and of their removal and his recovery again. Mr. Scott had a remarkable career as far as is known, and very much of his life is a mystery. Being reserved when asked about his family affairs, little is positively known of his relatives. He came to Alburtis as a stranger and made his home in a family equally unknown there before. Being a discharged and disabled soldier, he manufactured and peddled medicine and traveled about, despite his malady, in all parts of the State. His preparations were generally good and he sold lots of them. This enabled him to live quite comfortably as a boarder in the family of Mr. Troutman, with whom he first put up and where he made his home until he married. The latter event took place about six years ago, when he was wedded to a Miss Rothenberger, an estimable woman of Alburtis. Ever since his recovery from his terrible affliction, he appeared an entirely changed man. True, he was very glad to be rid of it and attributed his remarkable recovery to Divine Providence rather than any earthly cause; still his mind had evidently been affected in some way and through his sufferings, which altered him considerably. He never indulged in intoxicants and was of a moral disposition. His well wishes to young and old were given so heartily that many a one felt encouraged by his “God bless you,” “Wish you a bushel of greenbacks,” and similar expressions he always used when he met an acquaintance. To children he was an especial friend and he had a kind word or gift for all he met. Disease came suddenly on him last Thursday and after but a short time affected he died that night. Drs. Mohr and Barndt, of Alburtis, pronounced his sickness cholera morbus. The funeral took place yesterday (Wednesday) forenoon and burial was made to Longswamp Church, near Shamrock.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 26, 1891, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Scull, Sandra L.

Sandra L. Scull, 56, formerly of Reading, died of natural causes May 20 in her DeBary, Fla. residence. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late James S. and Frances (Wisniewski) Scull. She had been last employed as a senior technical specialist by Parsons Energy and Chemical, Reading. She was previously the owner-operator of The Catering Connection, Fleetwood. Scull, who resided with Eric DeLong, is survived by a daughter, Jennifer L. (Ciemiewicz) Moyer, Kenhorst. Other survivors include three sisters: Barbara L. (Scull) Feehan, West Chester; Donna M. (Scull) Love, Mohnton; and Patricia A. (Scull) Barmettler, Yountville, Calif. There is also one grandson. Memorial services will be Sunday, June 5 at 2 p.m. in 65 Winged Foot Drive, Flying Hills. Long Funeral Services Inc., DeBary, Fla., is in charge of arrangements.

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


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