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Rabenold, Florence A. (nee Leibensperger)

Services for Mrs. Florence A. Rabenold, 74, who died Tuesday in her Kutztown R. 2 home, will be at 2 p.m. tomorrow in the Fritz & Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. today. Mrs. Rabenold was the wife of Henry E. Rabenold. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Daniel A. and Amanda (Schaeffer) Leibensperger. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zion's Union Church, Maxatawny. Surviving with her husband are a son, Earl H., of Kutztown R. 2; two daughters, Mildred F., wife of Allen Stephens of Mertztown R. 1, and Mae, wife of George Walker of Kutztown R. 2, and six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Also, three sisters, Mrs. Lillian Muth of Allentown, Esther, wife of Edward Siegfried of Pompton Lakes, N.J., and Ellen, wife of Philip Mertz of Kutztown R. 2.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 31, 1968, page 39. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rabenold, Lillian B. (nee Benfield)

Mrs. Lillian B. Rabenold, 55, of 442 N. Fulton St., Allentown, a clerk in the Wetherhold & Metzger Uptown Shoe Store, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. She had been ill two weeks and in the hospital one week. Born near Huffs Church, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late John H. and Emma L. (Nuss) Benfield. She had lived in Allentown 54 years. Mrs. Rabenold had worked in the Wetherhold & Metzger store for several years. Before that she was employed by Hess Brothers. She was a member of Trinity Evangelical and Reformed Church, the Ladies Auxiliary of Franklin Fire Co., the Franklin Ladies Traveling Bowling Team, and Tall Cedars Auxiliary, attached to Allentown Forest 41, all in Allentown. Surviving are her husband, Roy R. Rabenold, a daughter, Evelyn M., wife of Richard Schmoyer; a son, Richard E., both of Allentown, three grandchildren, and three sisters, Mrs. Ella B. Bittner, Emma L. Benfield and Sadie A. Benfield, all of Allentown. She was predeceased by four brothers and two sisters. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the Stephens Funeral Home, 1335-37 Linden St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 9, 1957, page 34. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rabenold, Sarah (nee Herbst)

Sarah Rabenold widow of John Rabenold, of Seipstown, died on Monday evening at the Reading Hospital, aged 59 years, 9 months and 18 days. She was stricken with apoplexy while visiting her sister at Reading. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Elmer Shoemaker, of Seipstown; two brothers, Edwin J. Herbst, of Landis Store, and Daniel Herbst, of New Berlinsville, and four sisters: Mrs. Jas. Kehl, of Reading; Mrs. Wm. Landis, of Longsdale; Mrs. Hettie Schott, of Landis Store, and Eliza Thorn, of Sand Ridge, Michigan; and one grandchild. Funeral on Saturday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock from her late residence at Seipstown. Services and burial at Ziegel's Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, November 9, 1916, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rabenold, Sarah A. (nee Dennis)

After an eight day illness with typhoid pneumonia, Sarah A., wife of Edwin P. Rabenold, the tobacconist at the corner of Fifth and Turner streets, died Monday morning shortly before three o'clock, aged 41 years, 1 month and 28 days. The deceased was a daughter of Elizabeth and the late William Dennis and was born at Clayton, Berks county. She was married to Edwin P. Rabenold, September 14, 1895, by the late Rev. Dr. Jacob Steinhaueser and since then has been a resident of this city. Her husband is the well-known tobacconist. Besides her aged mother and husband she is survived by these children: Raymond, Eddie, Paul, Norman, Marcus, Dennis, Mary and Valda, all at home. These brothers also survive: Oswin, William, Howard, Abraham and Samuel Dennis, all of this city. Mrs. Rabenold was a member of the Schwenkfelder Church, at Palm, Montgomery county, and a member of St. Paul's Sewing Society. The funeral will take place from her late home on Friday morning at 10 o'clock. Services will be conducted at the house by Rev. Oscar S. Kriebel, of Pennsburg, and interment will be made in Greenwood Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 26, 1912, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raber, Gary P.

Services were held in the Grose Funeral Home, Myerstown, for Gary P. Raber, 41, of Colebrookville Township, who died of natural causes March 20 in Reading Hospital where he had been a patient one day. Burial was in Altalaha Cemetery. Born in Reading, he was a son of Paul J. Raber, Lebanon, and the late Helen (Bare) Raber. He was a graduate of Tulpehocken High School. Raber was a member of Altalaha Lutheran Church, Rehrersburg. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Rackawack, Emma

Mrs. Emma Rackawack, widow of William Rackawack, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jeremiah Trexler, Mertztown, on Monday night. She was in her 90th year. She was the mother of eight children, five of whom preceded her in death. There survive three daughters, Sarah Ann, wife of Albert E. Keener, W. Catasauqua; Cordelia, wife of Jeremiah Trexler, Mertztown; Lillie Elsie, wife of David L. Combs, Emmaus R. 1 and eight grandchildren, as well as eight great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 26, 1946, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Radcliffe, Eva B.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Eva B. Radcliffe, State Street, Mertztown, who died Dec. 8 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where she had been a patient one day. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles E. Radcliffe, who died June 20. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late William T. and Carrie M. (Fegley) Pilgert. Until retiring in 1965, she was employed by Radcliffe's Store, Mertztown, for more than 20 years. She was a past worthy matron of East Penn Chapter 336, Order of Eastern Star, Kutztown. Radcliffe was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Mertztown. Surviving are three sons: Charles W. Radcliffe, Lakeland, Fla.; Michael D. Radcliffe, Alburtis; and Chris A. Radcliffe, Macungie. There are also six grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Other survivors include two sisters, Ruby R. (Pilgert) Koch, Alburtis, and Lucy S. (Pilgert) Braun, Allen Park, Mich.; and a brother, Russell H. Pilgert, Kutztown.

Rader, Mahlon S.

Mahlon S. Rader of 244 E. Walnut St., Kutztown, died Wednesday at home. He was 76. He retired in 1965 as the manager of Tulpehocken Farms, a dairy complex near Reading. He was the husband of Nora M. (Angstadt) Rader. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Lyons Station. Surviving besides his widow are three daughters, Kathryn E., wife of Edwin Wagaman of Kutztown; Fern H., wife of Myron Reynolds of Emmaus; and Joyce E., wife of Bobby Heffner of Leesport R.D.; two sons, Lee D. of Reading, and Gene A., of Shillington; four sisters, Mrs. Victoria Angstadt, of Reading; Mrs. Clara Guinther of Mertztown R. 1; Mrs. Minnie Fisher of Reading R. D; and Edna, wife of Daniel Luckenbill of Bowers; two brothers, George and Lenus Rader, both of Kutztown; 12 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 19, 1969, page 34. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raemer, Henry

Henry Raemer, of Kutztown, aged 17 years, was drowned in Dietrich's mill dam, near that place, on Sunday afternoon while in swimming with a number of young companions. He attempted to swim to a certain point, but before reaching it he became exhausted in the effort and attempted to stand up erect on the bottom of the dam for a rest. He however failed in his purpose to reach bottom since at the place where he was, the water was 9 feet deep, and being unable to re-start swimming he was drowned before aid could reach him. His father died suddenly of heart failure a year ago, and his aged mother and two brothers and four sisters survive.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 9, 1902, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raezer, Margaret

Raezer -- On the 1st instant, suddenly, Margaret, wife of Matthias Raezer, aged 51? years and 10 months.

Radenbush, George

George Radenbush, retired farmer, and one of the oldest residents of Longswamp township, died yesterday afternoon at 1. 30 o'clock at his home, Maple Grove, from a complication of ailments due to his senile years. He was in his 91st year. Mr. Radenbush was the son of the late William and Elizabeth (Bechtel) Radenbush and lived in Longswamp township practically all of his lifetime. His aged widow, Amelia, and a daughter, Maggie, are his only survivors. The venerable gentleman was of the Lutheran faith and for many years was a faithful member of Lehigh church where he served as an elder for a number of terms. Arrangements for the funeral have not been completed.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 27, 1928, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rader, Charles F.

Although two operators for a bladder ailment had been performed in an effort to renew his health, Charles F. Rader, of east Macungie, died at 11.30 o'clock Saturday morning at the Allentown hospital. Had he lived until the twenty-seventh day of this month, he would have observed his sixty-eighth birthday anniversary. Mr. Rader resided at East Macungie for the past four years and prior to that time had been a resident of Sigmund. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Huff's church. He is survived by his widow, Emma, nee Gery; two daughters, Almeda, wife of Enoch Rohrbach, and Jennie, wife of Ralph Bittenbender, both of Emaus; two sons, Clancy, of Emaus, and Robert, of East Greenville, and two brothers, Robert Rader, of Bernville, and Irwin Rader, of Coopersburg R.D. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon with brief services at the residence of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Enoch L. Rohrbach, 531 Chestnut street, emaus, at 1.30 o'clock. Further services will be held in Huff's church at 2.30 o'clock, Rev. J. N. Blatt officiating. Interment will be made in the Union cemetery at Huff's church. Friends may call Tuesday night from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, October 9, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rader, Elizabeth (nee Hess)

Ill of complications for the past two years, Elizabeth, nee Hess, widow of Edwin Rader, passed away at 5:07 o'clock last evening at her late home, the residence of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Wolf, 918 Hanover avenue, aged 63 years. She was bedfast only since last Thursday. Mrs. Rader was born in Hereford township, Berks county, a daughter of the late George and Mary Ann Hess. She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran church, Rev. William L. Katz, pastor. Surviving are five children, Mrs. Lola Kemmerer, Mrs. Anna Harr, Mrs. Mary Wolf, Frank Rader and George Rader, all of this city; ten grandchildren and four sisters and one brother: Mrs. Anna Bitting, Emaus; Mrs. Kate Miller, Miss Clara Hess and David Hess, all of Allentown, and Mrs. Mary Schiffert, Catasauqua. Her husband and five sons preceded her in death. Arrangements for the funeral had not been completed last night.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 13, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rader, Emma E. (nee Gery)

Mrs. Emma E. Rader, nee Gery, widow of Charles F. Rader, died at noon yesterday at her home in East Greenville after a short illness of apoplexy. She was in her 66th year. Among the surviving relatives are two daughters, Mrs. Enoch Rohrbach and Mrs. Ralph Bittenbender, Emaus; two sons, Robert East Greenville, and Glancy, Emaus; a sister, Mrs. Ella Conrad, Emaus, and five brothers, John and James Gery, East Greenville; Horace, Hereford; Alfred, Allentown, and Charles Gery, East Macungie. The funeral will be held from the residence of her son, Robert Rader, State street, East Greenville, on Saturday at 1.30 p.m. Further services will be held at 2.30 o'clock in Huffs church. Interment will be made in Union cemetery, Huffs church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 14, 1933, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rader, Herbert A.

Herbert A. Rader died of typhoid fever Tuesday morning at Kutztown, aged twenty-nine years. Deceased was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rader and was born in Maxatawny township. Besides his parents, he is survived by his widow, Nora (nee Herbein), and three children, Marie, Verna, and Raymond, and the following brothers and sisters: George, Kutztown; William, Mahlon and Lenius, all of Bowers; Victoria, Reading; Minnie, Virginsville; Clara, Fleetwood, and Elda and Edna, Bowers. Deceased had been drafted for military service in the United States army and was to appear before the local board, No. 1, at Fleetwood, on Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 15, 1917, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rader, Irwin

His head crushed by a farm wagon, Irwin Rader, 59-year-old farm hand was instantly killed yesterday morning. The accident happened on the Lehigh Portland Cement Co. farms at Fogelsville. Rader, employed by the company as a farm hand, died of a crushed skull sustained when he fell beneath the wheels of a farm wagon. There were no witnesses, but it is believed that Rader had been attempting to unhitch the horses, when one of them bolted, throwing him under the vehicle. Dr. H. E. Guth, Allentown, deputy coroner and company physician said death occurred instantaneously when a wheel of the wagon passed over Rader's head. John C. Shumberger Jr., farm supervisor and Merritt Tait, farm manger of the Lehigh Portland Co., are making an investigation. Rader had been employed by the farm since June 6, 1924 and lived in a dwelling on the farm property. Born in Longswamp township, he was a son of the late Louis and Katie, nee Gorr, Rader. He is survived by his wife, the former Ella Keim; these sons and daughters, Ammon, Allentown; Raymond, Reading; Ellwood, in Massachusetts; Charles, Irvin and Russell, at home; Mrs. Florence Laudenslager, Fogelsville; Mrs. Evelyn Rohrbach, Fogelsville; Mrs. Verna Dengler, Orefield R. 1; Mrs. Dorothy Falat, Catasauqua, and Ethel, at home; by one brother, Morris, of Morrisville, Pa., and by a sister, Mrs. Ada Young of Utica, N.Y. Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at his late home with interment in the Mertztown cemetery. Rev. William Wolford will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 30, 1942, page 30. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rader, Jacob

Jacob Rader, son of the late Allison Rader and wife, Susanna (nee Speicher), was born November 29, 1865, and departed this life Tuesday, June 23, 1931, in U. Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co., Pa., at the age of 65 years, 6 months and 24 days. He is survived by two sisters and one brother. On Sunday, July 5, he was buried, with all services at the grave in Zion Church Cemetery, Strausstown, Pa.

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

Rader, Lewis

Lewis Rader, who lived at Maple Grove, near Mertztown, hanged himself to a joist in a shanty adjoining his home on Monday. He had stood on a chair, slipped a chain around his neck and then plunged to death. His feet touched the floor and the body was found in a standing position. Mr. Rader was 50 years and 9 days of age. It is thought that he worried over family troubles. His housekeeper left him, and not being able to live a hermit's life, he became despondent. Deputy Coroner Levi S. Mabry was summoned and he empaneled the following jury: John Fritch, Edwin Fritch, Henry Knappenberger, Levi Boyer, Daniel Bauer and Oscar L. Schwartz. They returned a verdict that he met death suspended by a chain in a shanty, brooding over troubles, and that the act was self committed.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 5, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rader, Nora M. (nee Angstadt)

Mrs. Nora M. Rader, 83, of 244 E. Walnut St., Kutztown, died Saturday in the Hassler Home, Cumru Township, Berks County. She was the widow of Mahlon S. Rader. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late George and Hannah (Miller) Angstadt. She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Bowers. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Fern H. Reynolds of Macungie and Joyce E., wife of John Middleton, of Reading; two sons, Lee D. of Reading and Gene A. of Shillington, Berks County; a stepdaughter, Kathryn E., wife of Edwin Wagaman of Kutztown; three sisters, Elizabeth, wife of Edward Rank, of West Lawn, and Mrs. Ella L. Weihrer and Mrs. Florence Smith, both of Reading; a brother Paul of Wernersville; 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Trexler-Ludwick Funeral Home, 55 Noble St., Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday, November 22, 1982, page B-10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rader, Robert F.

Robert F. Rader, 82, 533 Jefferson St., East Greenville, died Friday in the Allentown and Sacred Heart Hospital Center. He was the husband of Ada M. (Kehs) Rader. Rader worked at Boyertown Burial Casket Co. for 45 years before retiring in 1964. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Charles and Emma (Gery) Rader. He was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Huff's Union Church, Barto R. 1. He was an Army veteran of World War I. Surviving with his wife are three sons, Paul of Lancaster, Charles of Tulsa, Okla., and marlin of Pennsburg; a sister, Mrs. Jennie Bittenbender of Emmaus; a brother Glancy of Baltimore, nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Mann Funeral Home, 222 Washington St., East Greenville. A calling hours will precede the services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call/Weekender, Saturday, April 14, 1979, page 38. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rader, William E.

William E. Rader, 63, 123 E. Main St., Fleetwood, a former councilman of the borough, died yesterday at his home. He was active in the affairs of Trinity Lutheran Church, Bowers, and served as a member of the consistory for more than 20 years. He had worked in Fleetwood in the shipping department of a shirt manufacturing firm. He was affiliated with the Fleetwood and Lyons Fire Companies. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Robert and Mary M. (Reinert) Rader. Surviving him are his wife, Mrs. Elda S. (Kline) Rader; three brothers, George A. and Venus F., Kutztown; and Mahlon S., Sinking Springs; and four sisters, Victoria, wife of Frank Angstadt, Reading; Clara, wife of John Guinther, Bowers; Minnie, wife of Adam Fisher, Reading R.D.; and Edna, wife of Daniel Luckenbill, Fleetwood.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 26, 1952, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Ragas, Catherine (nee Butt)

Catherine, wife of Emil H. Ragas, died Monday afternoon at the home of her parents William and Alice Butt, 521 South Thirteenth Street. She was aged 29 years 2 months and 26 days. Deceased is survived by her husband, parents and these children: Catherine, Eleanore, Emil, Leo, and Anna, all residing in Newark, NJ: also these brothers and sisters, Eva, Estella, Mary, Clarence, Howard, and Richard, all of this city. The body was removed to the John F Lutz & Son funeral home.

Rahmer, Cecillia F. (nee Bleiler)

Mrs. Cecillia F. Rahmer, widow of Willoughby Rahmer, died suddenly at half past 11 o'clock Wednesday night at the home of her son-in-law, Mrs. Benjamin Dorney, No. 736 North Lumber street. She was up and about Wednesday in apparently good health and after attending to the heater fire went up stairs to her room. A short time afterward her grandson heard the sound of her falling and on investigating found her lying on the floor with blood flowing from her mouth and nostrils. Dr. Daniel Hiestand was summoned but the woman died before the physician arrived. Health Officer Dr. N. C. E. Guth made an investigation and stated that death resulted from a hemorrhage of the lungs. Mrs. Rahmer was 75 years and 10 months of age. She was born in Greenwich township, Berks county, and was the daughter of Charles and Maria Bleiler. Her husband drove the mail wagon in the vicinity of Topton for many years and later was a huckster. He died 11 years ago. The family resided in Allentown for 30 years. The surviving children are Mrs. Benjamin Dorney, with whom she resided; Mrs. Harvey Keiser, Mrs. Davis Heiney and Charles R. Rahmer, of this city. A son, Wilson, died two years ago. There also survives seventeen grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, four brothers, John Bleiler, Topton; Henry Bleiler, Eagle Point, Lehigh county; David Bleiler, Kutztown; Seth Bleiler, Fleetwood; three sisters, Mrs. Jonathan Dries, Eagle Point, Berks county; Mrs. Isaac Smith, Iowa; Mrs. Ephraim Dietrich, Kansas. Mrs. Rahmer was a member of Salem Reformed church and of the Ladies of the Golden Eagles. The funeral will be held on Monday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock with services at her late home, Rev. G. A. Schwedes officiating. Burial will be made in Greenwood cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 21, 1913, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rahmer, Willoughby

Willoughby Rahmer, residing at the corner of Twenty-first and Allen streets, died at ten minutes to 7 o'clock yesterday morning after a year's illness with a complication of diseases. He was confined to bed for about four weeks. Deceased was 63 years and 8 months of age. He was born at Greenwich, Berks county, and for many years engaged in milling at that place. Subsequently he drove the stages between Allentown, Lenhartsville, Weisenburg and Grimsville. He was engaged in that work for nearly eleven years. Later he purchased a truck farm beyond the fair grounds and was engaged in that work up to the time of his sickness. In the late war, he served for nine months in the 179th Regiment enlisting in Berks county. He is survived by his widow and the following children: Wilson, South Bethlehem; Mrs. Benjamin Dorney, Mrs. Harry Keiser, Charles Rahmer, Mrs. David Heiney, all of Allentown. Fourteen grandchildren and five sisters and brother also survive. One of the sisters is Mrs. Mary Schuman, of this city. Mr. Rahmer was a member of Allen Veteran Castle, K.G.E., and Washington Chamber, No. 18, Knights of Friendship. The funeral will be held on Friday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with services at the house, Rev. G. D. Batdorf, pastor of the U. B. Church officiating. Interment will be made in Greenwood Cemetery.

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

Rahn, Caroline (nee Merkel)

Mrs. William K. Rahn (nee Caroline Merkel), of Maxatawny, Berks county, died Tuesday night at 10 o'clock of heart failure, aged 70 years, 9 months and 12 days. The funeral will be held next Tuesday at 9.30 a.m., in St. Paul's Church, Kutztown, Rev. G. P. Smith officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Rahn celebrated their golden wedding last Saturday, and in honor of the event, a reception was held at their home, which was attended by all the children, grandchildren and a number of friends. She was the mother of these children: Wilson Rahn, Moselem Springs; Franklin Rahn, at home; William Rahn, Greenwich; Calvin Rahn, Philadelphia; Mrs. Louisa Bieber, Reading; Daniel Rahn and Clara Rahn, at home; Nicholas Rahn, Kutztown; Emma Rahn, at home; James Rahn, Hokendauqua; Jacob Rahn, Kutztown; Mrs. Kate Schucker, Oakbrook; Fred. Rahn, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, November 15, 1900, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rahn, Carrie (nee Heffner)

Mrs. Carrie (Heffner) Rahn, 72, wife of Cyrus P. Rahn, 85 Whiteoak St., Kutztown, died yesterday at the Allentown hospital. She was a member of St. John's Reformed church, Kutztown, the Ladies Aid society of the church, a charter member of the woman's Missionary society and a member of the Ladies guild. she was also a member of the Kutztown fire Co. auxiliary and the Service Mothers club. Survivors are: her husband; the following children, John Rahn, Pottsville R.D.; Raymond, at home; Esther, wife of J. A. Rickert, Kutztown; George of Pittsburgh; one sister, Mattie, wife of William Adam, Centerport, Pa. Services at 2 p.m. Tuesday at St. John's Reformed church, Kutztown. Burial in Fairview cemetery, Kutztown.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Saturday, Octoer 26, 1946, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rahn, Charles F.

Charles F. Rahn died in Pottsville of pneumonia after a brief illness aged 48 years. He enlisted in the U. S. service at the age of 15. He was a well-known Democrat and held public offices a number of years and was secretary and treasurer of the Schuylkill Haven iron company. The deceased was a member of Lilly of the Valley lodge, O. O. O. F., and a member of the Loyal Legion of Phila. He was a single man.

Rahn, Isaac H.

Ex-Prison Inspector Isaac H. Rahn, of West Leesport, Justice of the Peace for 38 years, and one of the best known and most useful men in Berks north of Reading, died suddenly of heart failure at his home, Friday morning. His age was 67 years, 2 months and 6 days.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 18, 1907, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rahn, John Milton

John Milton Rahn, a well-known resident of Kutztown, died of cancer of the stomach, aged 39 years, 9 months and 9 days. Funeral on Friday at 10 a.m. He leaves a wife, nee Clara Merkel, and two children: one son, George Luther, and one daughter, Annie Charlotte. Besides his wife and children, he leaves his mother and the following brothers and sisters: Samuel, who was proprietor of a general store on Main Street and afterwards proprietor of the Union House in Reading, Mrs. Jeremiah Rothermal, of near Molltown, Mrs. Martin Schaeffer and Mrs. Charles Hill of Fleetwood, and Mrs. Ammon Seyel, of Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 2, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rahn, Lewis

Lewis Rahn, Kutztown, died at his home Saturday morning. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister. Surviving are his wife, Carrie, nee Fegely; four daughters, Mrs. Mildred Becker, Fleetwood; Mrs. Grace Christman, Kutztown; Mrs. Ruth Brader, Dover, Delaware; and Ruth, at home; a son, Russell, West Leesport; four brothers, Howard, Cynyd; Robert, Geigertown; Nicholas M., East Mauch Chunk; and Rev. Alfred, Souderton; three sisters, Mrs. Norman Berree, Upper Darby; Mrs. Cora Bieler, East Greenville; and Mrs. Edna Albright, Kempton; and 10 grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 26, 1949, page 32. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rahn, Lillian A. (nee Hauser)

Lillian A. (Hauser) Rahn, 66, of College Hill, Kutztown, wife of Harold H. Rahn Sr., died on Friday in Allentown Hospital. Born in Emmaus, she was a daughter of the late Victor H. and Myrtie A. (Knauss) Hauser. A graduate of Kutztown State College, she taught school in Egypt and Kutztown. She was a member of the Trinity Evangelical Congregational Church of Palmerton. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Kenneth of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, and Harold Jr. of Hubbard, Ohio; a daughter, Genne L., wife of A. L. Banham Jr. and six grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Schaeffer Funeral Home, 346 W. Main St., Kutztown. Viewing will be 2-4 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: The Sunday Call-Chronicle, Allentown, PA, Sunday, January 20, 1063, page D-10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rahn, Paul A.

Paul A. Rahn, 48, of East Fogelsville, a farm worker employed by the Lehigh Portland Cement Co., and the father of five children, was killed yesterday afternoon when he was caught in the track of a tractor while at work. The accident happened about 5 p.m. when Rahn was preparing to put the tractor in a shed on the cement company farm. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Dr. Henry Guth, company physician. Farm Manager Merrill P. Tait gave this account of the accident: Rahn had finished work for the day and had driven the tractor he was using up to the entrance of a storage shed. He stopped the engine but left the machine in gear. Preparatory for the next day's work, he checked the fuel pump mechanism. Then he asked a fellow employe, Luther O. Brobst, East Fogelsville, to start the engine. Brobst started the tractor motor and because the machine was in gear, it jumped forward and pinned Rahn under a track before it stopped. Dr. George S. Boyer, Lehigh county coroner, attributed death to an abdominal hemorrhage due to a crushed pelvis. Rahn had been employed at the cement company farm for the last seven months. Born in Maxatawny, he was a son of the late James and Rose (Kern) Rahn. Prior to working at the Fogelsville farm, he was employed by various farmers in Berks and Lehigh counties. Rahn was a member of the Maxatawny Lutheran church. He is survived by his wife, the former Anna Warmkessel, four daughters, Pauline A., Carolyn M., Anna L., and Marilyn R., and a son, Carl A. All the children are under 12 years of age and are living at home. Other survivors include three brothers, Byrone, Kutztown R.D.; James, Kutztown R.D.; and Ralph, Topton; and six sisters, Mrs. Gladys Heiser, Mrs. John Epting and Mrs. John Mertz, all of Kutztown; Mrs. Howard George, Kutztown R.D.; Mrs. John Snyder, Reading; and Mrs. Arthur Warmkessel, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 26, 1950, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rahn, Sallie S. (nee Fegely)

Sallie S. (Fegely) Rahn died Saturday at the home of her sister, Mrs. Hettie Lesher, 214 Greenwich St., Kutztown, after a long illness. She was 73. A native of Richmond Township, she was a daughter of the late Cyrus A. and Catherine (Stein) Fegely. Her husband, Fred M. Rahn, died in 1946. She was a member of Moselem Lutheran Church. Surviving besides the sister with whom she resided are a brother, Charles Fegely, Kutztown, and seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services are slated for 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Fritz and Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown, with interment in Fairview Cemetery.

[Source: The Sunday Call-Chronicle, Allentown, PA, Sunday, May 1, 1955, page 48. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rahn, Samuel C.

While arranging to open his business place for the day, Samuel C. Rahn, proprietor of the Seventh Ward Hotel, Reading, dropped dead on Wednesday morning. He had just placed change in the money drawer when he suffered the fatal attack, and when his wife, whose call he had failed to answer, entered the barroom, she found his lifeless body behind the bar. Deceased was about 40 years of age and the son of the late Jacob and Hannah Rahn, of Fleetwood. He was born in Richmond township and conducted a general store at Fleetwood for a number of years, removing to Reading 15 years ago to accept a position of bar clerk. Later he became proprietor of Tammany Hall on South Ninth street, sold out and took charge of the Seventh Ward Hotel, which he conducted for 4 years at the time of his death. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Rahn, of Fleetwood; his wife, Emma (nee Warluft), and sisters, Mrs. Jeremiah Rothermel, of South Evansville; Mrs. Martin Schaeffer and Mrs. Charles F. Hill of Fleetwood; and Mrs. Ammon Seyler of Reading. He was a member of the Reformed Church and Washington Camp 691, P.O.S. of A.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 11, 1907, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raimer, Clarence D.

Clarence D. Raimer, aged 13 years, 1 month and 7 days, son of Jacob and Lillie (nee Noll) Raimer, died of scarlet fever, Wednesday afternoon at his home in West Leesport. He had been ailing for some time. Deceased attended the public schools of his town and attended the Trinity Union Sunday School.

Raker, Martin Luther

Martin Luther Raker, a young son of Rev. John H. Raker, superintendent of the Topton Lutheran Orphans' Home, died on Tuesday of last week of catarrhal pneumonia, aged 7 months.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 25, 1903, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raker, Martin Luther

Martin Luther, son of Rev. John H. Raker, superintendent of the Topton Lutheran orphan's Home, and wife, died at the home Tuesday at 2 a.m., of catarrhal pneumonia. The child was born April 4, 1903, and had been ill about a week. The parents and a sister, Ruth D., aged 2 years, survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, November 19, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rambo, Ellen E. (nee Englehart)

[b Abt 1848 d. Nov 1926]
Rambo, Ellen E., 18 S 2nd St, Widow of Thomas. Died Sat afternoon at daughter Jennie Haag's home in Shoemakersville @ age 78 years, 11 months and 28 days She was a former resident of Reading. She is survived by daughter Mrs Charles Haag, brothers, William Rambo, Reading, Howard, West Lawn, Thomas Jr, Reading, daughters, Mrs Elizabeth Ritzie, Brooklyn NY, Mrs Isaac Kissinger & Mrs Anna McMichael, Reading. Thee are three grandchildren. The funeral took place from the residence ofher son, Howard Rambo, 210 Woodside Avenue, West Lawn. Friends may call at the residence of her son at 2 pm on Thursday afternoon. Services were conducted at the house by Rev Paul R Wert. Interment following in Charles Evans Cemetery. Undertaker Miller had charge.

Rambo, Howard E.

Member of West Lawn Evangelical Church. He was a moulder by trade, worked in Bayone NJ & Reading, PA, Member of F.O.E., Aerie 66, Rdg, Redmen, Manangy Tribe, 316, Iron Molders Union. He is survived by widow Laura (Hoffmaster) son Bruce, brother William F of Reading, 2 sisters Jennie Haag & Elizabeth Ritzie of Shoemakersville, 2 half sisters, Mrs Agnes Kissinger & Mrs Annie McMichael & 1 half brother Thomas, of Reading. Rev Paul K Bergman officiated funeral services.

Rambo, Thomas

Thomas Rambo died at the same place on the 23rd day of January, 1898, leaving a widow, Ellen, and the following children and grandchildren, Thomas Rambo, Emma Spangler, Annie McMichael, Agnes Kissinger, Jane Boyer, Lizzie Ritzie, Jennie Haag, Joseph Rambo, William Rambo, Howard Rambo and Susan Darrah.

[Source: unknown newspaper, c. January 23, 1898. Submitted by: Submitted by Nancy.]

Rambo, Thomas

Thomas was a blacksmith by trade. He was a charter member of Empire Hook & Ladder Fire Company, member of the National Greys during Mexican War, Montgomery Lodge #59 LOF, Sons of Temperance and the Knights of Malta. He made all the flagpoles in Reading from Front St to the hill during the war. Later in his life he was also an agent for Schuylkill Navigation Co.

Ramey, Wilbur J.

Wilbur J. "Bill" Ramey, 84, a resident of Berks Heim, Reading area, formerly of Sweet Arrow Lake, Pine Grove, died Monday at the facility. Born in Oklahoma, March 13, 1918, he was a son of thelate John and Hassie Martin Ramey. He was a graduate of the University of Chicago. He was a veteran of World War II. He was employed by Anheuser-Busch, where he was president of Horlacher Brewery, Allentown. He also wrote numerous editorial articles for the Press Herald and this newspaper. His wife, the former Betty Heinbach, died Aug. 15, 1997. Surviving are a brother, Carl, California; a daughter, Melissa, North Carolina; a granddaughter. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Manbeck's Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven. H.L. Snyder Funeral Home Inc., Pine Grove, is in charge of arrangements.

Ramich, Thelma M. Ranck

Services were held for Thelma M. Ranck Ramich, 72, of North Red School Road, Caernarvon Township, who died August 21 in Lancaster General Hospital. She was predeceased by her first husband, Fred W. Ranck Jr in 1982 and by her second husband, Wayne J. Ramich, in 2000. Born in Joanna, she and her first husband were the owners-operators of Ranck's Honey Brook Restaurant from 1972 to 1979. She was a member of the Twin Valley Bible Chapel, Narvon, Lancaster County. Surviving are a son, Dennis E. Ranck, Morgantown; and three daughters: Linda L. (Ranck) Mohl, Bemus Point, N.Y.; Mary Ann (Ranck) Pinti, Birdsboro; and Beverly J. (Ranck) Barninger, Columbia, Lancaster County. Other survivors include a brother, Ernest Moore, Elverson; and two sisters, Mildred (Moore) Miller, Sinking Spring, and Rena (Moore) Massey, Reading. There are also seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Burial was in Caernarvon Cemetery, Morgantown. The Labs Funeral Home Inc., Honey Brook, was in charge of arrangements.

Ramsey, Elsie Mae

Elsie Mae Ramsey, 80, Reading, died March 31 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient two weeks. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Earl S. and Emily C. (Goodman) Ramsey. Ramsey was employed for 20 years as an inspector by David Crystal Inc., Reading, retiring in 1985. Surviving are a brother, Earl G. Ramsey, Temple; and a sister, Emily M. (Ramsey) O'Connell, Reading. Services and burial will be private. Henninger Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Randler, Lillian M.

Among the local survivors of Lillian M. (Matthew) Randler, 87, Lancaster County, who died Feb. 5 in Ephrata Hospital, is a son, Gene Randler, Rehrersburg.

Rank, Levi

Levi Rank, of Woodchoppertown, died Tuesday, at the residence of his son in-law, Daniel Hostler, of general debility aged 86 years. He was the father of 6 children, 3 whom preceded him in death together with his wife who died about 10 years ago. Undertaker H.M. Houck brought the body to the morgue in Boyertown and it will be taken to Lancaster County for burial today.

Rapp, Arthur E.

Arthur E., 9 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Rapp, 847 Muhlenberg st., died Monday 4 p.m. On last Friday the boy fell into the sewer at 9th and Bingaman sts., from which he received internal injuries. He seemed to improve from the time of the accident until Sunday night when he complained of great pain in his head. From then he grew worse until he was relieved by death. One brother, Floyd, and a sister, Maude, survive. Deceased was a bright and intelligent boy.

Rapp, Arthur Karl

Rapp--In this city on the 3d inst., Arthur Karl [Earl?], son of Nicholas and Alice Rapp, aged 9 years, 1 month and 5 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of the parents, 847 Muhlenberg St. on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment at Aulenbach's cemetery.

Rapp Mary Louisa (nee Miller)

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Sunday, January 15, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raser, Thomas B.

Raser -- In this city, suddenly at 3 o'clock yesterday morning, Thomas B. Raser, son of John Heyl Raser, aged 17 years and 3 months.

Rasing, Catharine

Rasing--In this city, on the 4th inst., Catharine Rasing, aged 78 years and 8 months. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend her funeral from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Miltimore, No. 327 Cedar street, on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house; interment at Aulenbach's cemetery.

Rathfon, Jacob

Jacob Rathfon, aged 84 years, and 40 years a prominent business man, died to-day. He was trustee of the Children's Home, former city counselman and school director, and the father of City Controller J. Harry Rathfon.

Rathman, George

George Rathman was found dead in bed at 6 oclock this morning at the home of his daughter Mrs Milton Hart this place. He was aged 85 years, 1 month and 21 days. Coroner Dr. Winfield H Ammareil was notified and issued a death certificate due to natural causes.

Mr. Rathman resided with a brother in Reading. Saturday, last, he came to this place on a visit to his daughter and family. He had been in apparently fair health and suffered the fatal stroke sometime during the night.

Deceased was a son of the late Jonathan and Mary (Quinter) Rathman. He was a member of the Lutheran church of St John's Union Church, Gibraltar. His wife, Sarah Jane (Mohr) Rathman died about 13 years ago. There survive two daughters: Laura, wife of Milton Hart, this place, and Katie, wife of Oscar H. Behney, Reading; 17 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and one brother Joseph Rathman, with whom he lived in Reading.

The body was removed to the Lutz Funeral Home. Services Saturday at 1:30 pm at the funeral home. Rev. Victor A Kroninger will officiate. Interment in St John's Cemetery, Gibraltar.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, February 22, 1933. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Rathman, Robert C.

Robert C. Rathman, 78, Reading, died June 19 in Berks Heim, where he had been a resident for seven years. He was the husband of Margaret M. (Melcher) Rathman. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Jacob and Flora (Schorn) Rathman. Rathman had been employed for 40 years as a punch-press operator by Continental Can Co., Reading, retiring in 1988. He was a member of St. Catharine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, Mount Penn. Rathman was a Navy veteran of World War II. He is also survived by two daughters, Julie A. Rathman and Cynthia M. (Rathman) Olson, both of Reading; and five sons: Stephen R., Birdsboro; Robert J., Shillington; Jeffrey G., Pennside; William T., Hamburg; and Joseph C., in Florida. Other survivors include two brothers, John V., Reading, and Thomas, Reiffton; and three sisters: Carol (Rathman) Stabinsky, Muhlenberg Township; Gail (Rathman) Wentzel, Hanover, York County; and Mary (Rathman) Schmeck, Reading. There are also 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Catharine Of Siena Church, Exeter Township. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. John P. Feeney Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Rau, Evelyn B.

Services were held for Evelyn B. (Batchelder) Rau, 85, of Barto, who died July 31 in Manor Care, Pottstown. She was the widow of William E. Rau. Born in Norristown, she worked as a home health and nursing aide. She was a member of Abrams Chapel in King of Prussia, and the Upper Perkiomen Senior Citizens Center in East Greenville. Surviving are a son, Melvin Rau of Barto; two daughters, Evelyn Moser of Pennsburg and Carolyn Simons of Danielsville, Northumberland County. Also, 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a half brother and two half sisters. Burial was in Fernwood Cemetery in Royersford. The Falk Funeral Home, Pennsburg, handled the arrangements.

Rau, Helen M.

Services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Helen M. Rau, of Zion's Church Road, Perry Township, formerly of North Second Street, Hamburg, and Old Route 22, Windsor Township, who died Aug. 21 in the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had resided since Aug. 15. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, Hamburg. She was predeceased by her husband, Alton D. Rau, who died July 1, 1994. Born in Mohnton, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Alva (Krick) Wertz. Until retiring in 1985, she was employed as a packer by Hamburg Knitting Mills for 20 years. She was a member of First United Church of Christ, Hamburg. Surviving are a daughter, Beverly R. (Rau) Reider, with whom she resided; two grandchildren; and two great-grandsons. Other survivors include a sister, Anna (Wertz) Himmelberger, Hamburg. She was predeceased by a son, Robert J. Moyer, who died in 1992.

Rau, John Franklin

Rau--At Pottstown, on the 1st inst., John Franklin, son of Henry and Sarah Rau, aged 11 years, 6 months and 18 days. The relatives and friends o f the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the parents' residence, 416 Walnut street, Pottstown, Interment at Mt. Zion Cemetery.

Rau, Maria

Died. On the 27th ult., at Kempton, Berks Co., Maria, widow of Aaron Rau, aged 69 years, 1 month and 21 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 31, 1894, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raub, Solomon

Solomon Raub died at his home. No. 202 North Front street, on Friday night, from the effects of a stroke of apoplexy which he suffered at 10 o'clock last night (sic). He was 72 years of age. Deceased spent a portion of his life in travel and adventure, having visited as a sailor nearly all the principal ports of the world. He spent 7 years in the gold fields of Australia and had many thrilling tales to relate of his adventures in that wild country. Deceased was a son of the late Isaac and Eleanor Raub, and was born in Longswamp, Aug. 15, 1832. His parents moved to Allentown when he was two years of age. At an early age, he went to sea and returned years later to Allentown. He was employed by the Allentown Phosphate Company and for the past 15 years lived retired. He was a member of Zion Reformed Church. His widow, two daughters, Emma and Myra, a son Reuben, of Kansas, and two sisters survive, Mrs. Maria Hofford, of Shawnee, Kan., and Mrs. Harris Kile, of Philadelphia. The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. with services at his late home. Interment will be made in Union Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 6, 1905, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raubenhold, George A.

George A. Raubenhold, 83, Hamburg, died June 3 at 3:02 a.m. in Reading Hospital, shortly after admission. His wife, Charlotte A. (Biles) Raubenhold, died May 29, 1991. Born in Hamburg, he was a son of the late Leon A. and Eva R. (Wagner) Raubenhold. Raubenhold had been employed most of his career by Lenhart Lumber Co., Hamburg, retiring as a manager. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. Raubenhold was a 1938 graduate of Hamburg High School. He was a Marine Corps veteran of World War II. Raubenhold is survived by four daughters: Gail A. (Raubenhold) Grill, Connie E. (Raubenhold) Bachman and Lori A. (Raubenhold) Moyer, all of Hamburg; and Shelley J. (Raubenhold) Olsen, Fairfax, Va. There are also seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg.

Rauch, Allen M.

Allen M. Rauch, tenant farmer on the property near Siesholtzville, owned by E. C. Gery, proprietor of the Siesholtzville Hotel, met a horrible death at dusk Thursday evening, being trampled to death by a runaway team. Mr. Rauch had been hauling corn fodder with a laddered two-horse wagon. After sunset, when he was about to quit work for the day, the horses, which had always been considered safe, ran away. No one being with the team but Mr. Rauch, it is not known what caused the runaway. The first intimation of the accident in the immediate vicinity of the Gery farm was when the tenant farmer's hat, pocket knife, a pencil and a good-sized spot of blood were found in the road about 300 yards from the place where, according to the hoof prints and the swerving tracks made by the heavy wagon, the animals started on their run. When the runaway team was first seen by people along the road, Mr. Rauch was being dragged along by the front part of the wagon pole. His head and other parts of the body were knocked from side to side and the horses' hoofs struck him at almost every step. The horses dashed along at full speed until 2 ½ miles away from the starting point, they struck a big tree near William Bensinger's store, along the road leading from Siesholtzville to Shimersville. Here the frightfully mangled body of the owner of the team fell to the ground. The head was so badly crushed that the man could not be identified at the time. Nearly every bone in his body was broken and large sections of the arms and legs were missing, as also was the top of the head. Later the brain and many pieces of bone and flesh were picked up along the highway, having been scattered for about two miles. It is thought that when the horses started on the run, Mr. Rauch, who had probably lost hold of the lines, started to go forward on the pole with the hope of thus getting a grip on the bridles. Doubtless he made a misstep and became entangled in the harness in such a manner that he could not extricate himself. It is supposed that his sufferings, before relieved by unconsciousness, were indescribable. The horses were but slightly injured. The damage to the vehicle is not great. Deceased was about 32 years of age and a son of James M. Rauch of Huff's Church. His widow, who was a daughter of John D. Gerhard, assessor of Hereford Township, and two children, John, aged nine years, and Jennie, aged four years, comprise his family. A brother, John Rauch, who holds a government position at Washington, and two sisters, Mrs. Fronheiser and Mrs. Derr, of Siesholtzville, also survive. The deceased was a nephew of Charles A. Rauch, of Macungie. The funeral will be held Tuesday forenoon, April 8, at Huff's Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 5, 1913, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Annie I. (nee Stephens)

An illness of more than a year from a complication of ailments ended in the death of Mrs. Annie I. Rauch, widow of Norman W. Rauch, at 8.15 o'clock yesterday morning at her home at 627 North Lumber street. She had been in ill health for more than a year, but not seriously until about eight weeks ago. She had been bedfast for but a week. Mrs. Rauch was a daughter of Mrs. Mary Bortz Stephens and the late Hiram Stephens and was born in Upper Saucon township. Her husband preceded her in death by fourteen years. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Trexlertown church and fraternally held membership in Pride of Lehigh Council, No., 194, Sons and Daughters of Liberty; Alexander Hamilton Council, No. 28, Daughters of America, and the Ladies auxiliary of Allentown Nest, No. 12, Fraternal Order of Orioles. She is survived by two sons, Henry and Charles, a daughter, Dorothy, all at home; her mother, a sister, Katie, and a brother, William, of this city. Funeral Services will be held at her late home Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. D. C. Kaufman officiating. Interment will be made in the Rauch-Hertzog cemetery at Huff's church. Friends may call Tuesday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 18, 1932, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Beatrice Leona

Beatrice Leona, daughter of Raymond C. and Annie L., nee Miller, Rauch, of Alburtis, died at the Allentown hospital on Friday morning from general peritonitis, aged 7 years, 8 months, and 6 days. She is survived by her parents and the following brothers and sisters: Ruth, Pauline and Harold, all at home. Funeral services will be held at the parents' home on Tuesday at 1.30 p.m., followed by further services in Longswamp church and interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth, of Mertztown, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 13, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Caroline B. (nee Fox)

Infirmities of old age caused the death yesterday of Mrs. Caroline B. (Fox) Rauch at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. James Geist, New Berlinville, after an illness of six weeks. She was aged 94 years, 1 month and 12 days. Ms. Rauch was a daughter of William and Sophia (Gehris) Fox. She was twice married, first to James Baus and then to William Rauch. Both husbands preceded her in death, Mr. Rauch by thirty years. There survive these sons and daughters: John Baus, Huffs church; David Baus, Boyertown; Jacob Baus, Alburtis; Adam Baus, Topton; Emma, wife of James Geist, New Berlinville, and Mrs. Sarah Kulp, Pottstown. The funeral will be held from the Geist home Sunday at 1:30 p.m. with further services in Huffs church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. J. N. Blatt, Reformed pastor, will officiate. Clayton H. Moyer, Bechtelsville, is the funeral director.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 20, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, David

The remains of David Rauch, of Topton, were laid at rest in the new cemetery at Huff's Church on Tuesday morning, November 14. Mr. Rauch was a son of John D. Rauch and was born December 23, 1842. He was baptized January 22, 1843, by Rev. Herman, confirmed in the Reformed faith at Huff's Church by the same pastor. He was joined in marriage to Eliza Moll by Rev. Herman. The union was blessed with three sons and two daughters, his wife and two sons preceding him in death. After the death of his wife, he made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Zepheniah Fronheiser, Weiss St., Topton, where he was ailing for many months from diabetes. He passed away on Friday, November 10 in his 80th year. He is survived by one son, James; two daughters, Annie and Mary, the later being the wife of Frank Derr, residing on the Rauch homestead in Hereford Township; also nineteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; one brother and one sister. Rev. J. N. Blatt and Rev. W. F. Bond officiated.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 17, 1922, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Elda K. (nee Stump)

Mrs. Elda K. Rauch, 47, wife of William E. Rauch, died Monday at her home in Kempton after a long illness. She was born in Albany township, Berks county, a daughter of Anson and Rosa Bausher Stump and was a member of the Friedens Lutheran church at Wessnersville and Clementine Rebekah Lodge, No. 471, of Hamburg. Survivors in addition to her parents and husband are one son, Edgar, stationed in Baltimore with the Army; five sisters, Mrs. George Dietrich and Mrs. John Dietrich, both of Kutztown R. 1; Mrs. John Bailey of Kutztown; Mrs. George Hamsher and Mrs. James Schwoyer of Bowers; a brother, Anson Stump, of Kleinsville; and one grandchild. Rev. Ira W. Klick will officiate at brief services at her late home Friday at 1:30 p.m., followed by services in Friedens church. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 17, 1944, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Ellen A.J. (nee Kunkle)

Mrs. Ellen A. J. Rauch died on Friday at her home, Sterlingworth, Allentown R. 3, after being bedfast for the past eight weeks. She was 74 years of age. Born at Stony Run, Berks county, she was the daughter of Sarah E., nee Holben, and Jeremiah Kunkle. Mrs. Rauch was a member of the Lutheran wing of the Cedarville Union church. Her husband, John H. Rauch, died 21 years ago. Surviving are a daughter, Elda S., wife of Ellis Wagner, Allentown R. 3; two grandchildren, Ruth and Robert Wagner; two brothers, Jeremiah, Lenhartsville R. 1; Robert, Kempton R. 1; three sisters, Mrs. Osville Snyder, Lenhartsville R. 1; Mrs. Mantana Snyder, Stony Run; and Mrs. Francis Smith, Kempton R. 1. Rev. J. Klick will officiate at services at the Schmoyer funeral home, Breinigsville, on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., with continued services in the Cedarville Union church. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: The Sunday Call-Chronicle, Allentown, PA, Sunday, November 11, 1945, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Hannah Maria

Mrs. Hannah Maria, widow of Charles Rauch, died Monday at Wernersville, aged 75 years. She was a daughter of the late Reuben and Lydia Conrad Rauch and was born in Hereford township, Berks county. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huffs church. Her husband died five years ago. There survive two sons, Irwin B. and Henry B., of Alburtis; two daughters, Mrs. Howard Marks, Palm, and Mrs. Harry DeLong, this city, eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, a brother, John Beitler, Mertztown, R.D., and a sister, Mrs. Charles Ec, Mertztown R.D. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon with services at the home of Milton Beitler, along the road from Alburtis to Longswamp, at 1.30 o'clock, Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, officiating. Interment will be made in the Rauch-Hertzog cemetery at Huffs church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 4, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Herbert O.

Services for Herbert O. "Rocky" Rauch of Lenhartsville,were held in Ziegels Lutheran Church, Breinigsville, Lehigh County. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Rauch died Feb. 24 in Lehigh Valley Hospital near Allentown. The husband of Eleanor C. (Merkel) Rauch, he was born in Stony Run, Albany Township. He was a son of the late James and Pearl (Hamsher) Rauch. Rauch was the owner of Rauch Exxon Service Station in Krumsville from 1958 to 1988. For 10 years he was the owner-operator of Rocky's Fruits and Vegetables huckster route in the Lehigh Valley. He was a member of Ziegels Lutheran Church. Surviving are a son, Randall R., Kutztown; and a daughter, Tina M. (Rauch) Hoch, Fleetwood. He is also survived by a sister, Minnie (Rauch) Breininger, Kuhnsville, Lehigh County. Keller Funeral Homes Inc., Fogelsville, Lehigh County, is in charge of arrangements.

Rauch, Ida A. (nee Bauer)

Mrs. Ida A. Rauch, aged 36, at Allentown, of pulmonary trouble. Besides her husband, she leaves a twin son and daughter, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Bauer, of Shamrock; two brothers, Dr. J.N. Bauer, Morris D. Bauer and Mrs. J.S. Bortz, of allentown.

Rauch, Irwin B.

Irwin B. Rauch, 76, retired employee of the Reading Railroad, died yesterday morning in the Allentown Hospital where he had been a patient for six days. He had resided at 441 Franklin St., Alburtis. A foreman in the railway maintenance crew, Rauch was employed by the Reading line for 30 years before ill health prompted his retirement in 1932. Born in District Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Charles A. and Hannah M. (Beitler) Rauch. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp Union Church. He is survived by his wife, Katie L. (Romig) Rauch; a son, Clayton L., at home, 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and a brother, Henry, Alburtis R. 1. He was preceded in death by two daughters, Mrs. Elsie Hartzell and Mrs. Edith Roth, and two sons, Raymond and Claude.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 21, 1952, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, James F.

James F. Rauch, for many years before his retirement proprietor of the Zionsville hotel, died yesterday afternoon at his late home at Zionsville following an illness of more than two years. An apoplectic stroke was the direct cause of death. He was in his sixty-fifth year. For many years a resident of the community, Mr. Rauch had gained a wide circle of friends and was well known throughout the length and breadth of the county. There survive to mourn his death, his widow, Elizabeth, nee Eschbach, rauch; one son, Harvey, of Boyertown, and the following brothers and sisters: Benjamin Rauch, of Emaus; William Rauch, Mrs. Daniel Taglieber and Mrs. Maylan Reigner, all of Barto. Funeral services will be held from his late home at Zionsville on Thursday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with continued services in Huff's church. Interment will be made in Union cemetery, Huff's church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 3, 1933, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, John B.

John B. Rauch, farmer, died of cramps in the intestines, at the home of his son-in-law, in Harlem, Berks county. He was sick only two days. He was an elder of the Reformed congregation of Huff's Church and leaves the following children: John S. Rauch, of Allentown; Mrs. Howard Gregory, of Harlem; Mrs. James W. Dotterer, of Dale, and Pierre, at home; and the following brothers and sisters: Charles Rauch, of Macungie; David B. Rauch, of Huff's Church; Mrs. John Baus, of Allentown, and Horatio Hertzog, of near Stony Point. His age was 54 years. The funeral was held on Saturday at 10 a.m. Burial in Huff's Church Union Cemetery. Rev. O. R. Frantz, of Zionsville, officiated.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 24, 1907, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, John S.

John S. Rauch, Seisholtzville, Macungie R. 1, an employe in the assembly plant of the Mack Manufacturing Co., died yesterday at Allentown hospital. He was in his 64th year. Mr. Rauch had been in apparent good health until a week ago. He was admitted to the hospital four days prior to his death. Born in Harlem, Berks county, he was a son of the late John and Emmalinda, nee Lesser, Rauch. He was a member of Huffs Union church, Reformed congregation. Surviving are his wife, Stella A., nee Albitz, Rauch; three sons, John H., Palm; Clarence E. and Stanley P., at home; one daughter, Edna M., wife of Norman Millhouse, Macungie R.D.; one sister, Katie, wife of James Dotterer, Pennsburg, and a brother, Pierre, Emmaus, as well as four grandchildren. Short services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Hoffman funeral home, 221 Main St., East Greenville, followed by continued services in Huffs Union church at 2 p.m., Rev. Royce Schaeffer officiating. Interment in Union cemetery, Huffs church. Calling hours at the Hoffman funeral home, will be Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 10, 1947, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Missouri S. (nee Schnable)

Missouri S., nee Schnable, Rauch, widow of William F. Rauch, died Saturday evening at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Claude Schoenly, Bally, in her 70th year. Mrs. Rauch, who resided with the Schoenlys, was born in Longswamp, Berks county, a daughter of the late Samuel and Maria, nee Quillman, Schnable. She was a member of Huffs Lutheran church, Huffs Church. Surviving are four daughters, Meda, wife of Pearl Frey, East Greenville; Mary, wife of John Bradley, Philadelphia; Louise, wife of Claude Schoenly, Bally, and Viola, wife of Paul Overdorf, Spring City; one son, Monroe Rauch, New Berlinsville; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Short services will be held in the Owen S. Hoffman Funeral home, 221 Main St., East Greenville, Wednesday at 1:15 p.m., with further services at Huffs Lutheran church at 2 p.m. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 15, 1942, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Norman W.

Norman W. Rauch, of 445 Turner street, died at the Allentown Hospital yesterday afternoon following a three days' illness with pneumonia. He was stricken Saturday and was removed to the hospital on Monday. Deceased was 29 years of age and is survived by his wife, Annie (nee Stephen) and three children, Dorothy, Charles and Henry. Two brothers and two sisters also survive. They are: Perry, at Camp Lee; John, of Harlem, Berks county; Mrs. Howard Gregory, of Harlem, and Mrs. Katie Dotterer, of Schultzville. He conducted a butcher and green grocery shop at the above address and was a member of the following fraternal organizations: Buffaloes, Tigers, Moose, Owls, Harlem Castle, Knights of the Golden Eagle; Modern Woodmen of American and Knights of the Mystic Chain. The funeral will be made in the Union cemetery at Huff's.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 16, 1918, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Raymond C.

A short illness of pneumonia ended in the death of Raymond C. Rauch at 1.10 o'clock Saturday afternoon at his home, Silk street, Alburtis. He was aged 35 years. He was a son of Irwin and Katie Romig Rauch and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. He was an employe of the International Motor company, of this city. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church. Surviving are his wife, Annie L., nee Miller; four children, Ruth, Pauline, Harold and Leo, all at home; his parents, residents of alburtis; his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Jonathan Romig, of Alpha, N.J., and two brothers, Claude and Clayton, both of Alburtis. The funeral will be held from his late home Thursday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Brief services at the house will be followed by regular services in the Longswamp church, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, December 18, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Sallie E. (nee Wetzel)

Mrs. Sallie E. Rauch, wife of William D. Rauch, died at her home, Second street, Alburtis, on Wednesday evening of blood poisoning, aged 17 years, 6 months and 5 days. Mrs. Rauch was sick for the last three months. She was a patient at the Sacred Heart hospital for six weeks. One week ago she was discharged from the institution. Her death was quite unexpected and was a surprise to her family and many friends. She was a daughter of Oscar Wetzel and his wife, Annie L., (nee Reppert), and was born in Hereford township, Berks county. She is survived by her husband, one infant daughter, Dorothy Mae, her parents, and the following brothers and sisters: William Wetzel, of Macungie R. 1; Hubert Wetzel, Mrs. Clarence Shirer, and Mrs. Morris Long, of Alburtis; George Wetzel, East Texas; Mrs. Claude Rauch, Alburtis; Clinton, Alvin, Mabel, Milton and Lloyd, at home with her parents at Alburtis. She was a member of Lehigh church on the Reformed side. Funeral on Sunday afternoon from her late home at 2 o'clock. Continued services in Lehigh church. Burial in adjoining cemetery, Rev. Frank Laros officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 14, 1926, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Mrs. Thomas

On Monday, at the Huff's Church, in Hereford, Rev. Eli Keller, of Zionsville, officiated at the funeral of Mrs. Thomas Rauch, of Clayton, who died of nervous prostration, aged 72 years.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 5, 1896, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, Wellington H.

Wellington H. Rauch died at the home of his nephew, Percy Conrad in Bechtelsville on Sunday, aged 85 years. He resided in Hereford township for 62 years. He was a son of the late Thomas and Elizabeth (Herber) Rauch, was a member of Huff's Reformed church, served on the consistory 25 years and was a blacksmith and farmer by occupation. His wife, Susanna (Carl) Rauch, died eight years ago. Nephews and nieces are the only survivors. Funeral Friday at 2 p.m. from the home. Further services in Huff's church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 25, 1938, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauch, William F.

William F. Rauch, husband of Missouri Rauch, nee Schnovel, died on Wednesday evening at his late residence, Barto, R.D., from complications, aged 76 years, 1 month and 9 days. He is survived by his wife; one son Monroe, Barto, R.D., and four daughters, Pearl Frey, East Greenville; Mrs. James Bradley, Philadelphia; Mrs. Claude Schoenly, Bally, and Mrs. Paul Overdorf, Spring City, R.D.; also one brother, Benjamin Rauch, Emaus, and two sisters, Mrs. Kathryn Taglieber, Niantic, and Mrs. Mahlon Reigner, Barto. Five grandchildren also remain. All services will be held at Huffs church Sunday at 2 p.m. (DST). Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery, with Rev. W. F. Bond officiating. Funeral Director Owen s. Hoffman, East Greenville, has charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 14, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raudenbuch, Amilia (nee Knappenberger)

Mrs. Amilia, widow of George Raudenbuch, died yesterday morning at her home near Siesholtzville after an illness of five months from general debility. She was aged 84 years. She was a daughter of the late Henry and Maria Miller Knappenberger and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Lehigh church. Her husband died about a year ago. She is survived by a daughter, Maggie, at home. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon with services at her late home at 2 o'clock, standard time, Rev. Carl Neudoerffer officiating. Interment will be made in the Lehigh church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 22, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Raudenbush, Daniel

Raudenbush, John D.

In this city, on the 17th instant, John D. Raudenbush, aged 29 years, 7 months and 6 days.

Raudenbush, Joseph

On the 17th inst., of heart disease, Joseph Raudenbush, aged 67 years, 3 months and 29 days.

Raudenbush, Maggie

Maggie Raudenbush, a resident of Longswamp township (Berks county) for many years, died Friday afternoon at Shillington. The 80-year-old woman had been ill for more than three years. She was born in Longswamp township, a daughter of the late George and Amelia (Knappenberger) Raudenbush, and was a member of Lehigh church, near Alburtis. Her only survivors are an aunt, Mrs. Ella Knappenberger, Longsdale, and several cousins.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 22, 1948, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauenzahn, Child of Albert

West Windsor: A child of Albert Rauenzahn, of neat Kutztown, was buried at Zion's church.

Rauenzahn, Albert F.

Albert F. Rauenzahn, aged 69 years, 3 months and 10 days, passed away suddenly at his residence on Haas street, Topton, on Thursday at 4 a.m. Death was due to apoplexy. He was the son of the late Adam Rauenzahn and wife Matilda, nee Shomp. He was a farmer for many years, but worked for the last seventeen years for John C. Cook. He was born and reared in Windsor township, Berks county. He is survived by his widow, Salena, nee Keim, and the following children: William and Edwin, of Topton; George, at home; Mrs. David fegely, Mertztown; Mrs. Leroy Schlegel, Sallie and Ella, at home; Mrs. Roy Showalter, Mrs. Claude Oswald and Mrs. David Heiter, all of Topton. One brother, Llewellyn, of Reading, also survives. The funeral will be held from his late residence on Haas street, Topton, on Tuesday, May 3, at 1.30 p.m., with all services at the house. Interment in Windsor Castle, Berks county, cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.

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

Rauenzahn, Albert F.

Albert F. Rauenzahn of 110 S. Haas St., Topton, died yesterday in the Allentown hospital where he had been a medical patient since Sept. 27. He was 21 years old. Born in Topton, he was a son of William and Helen, nee Reinert, Rauenzahn. He had been employed as a clerk at Schappell's hardware store in Topton and was a member of Trinity Lutheran church, Topton. Surviving are his parents and five sisters, Betty, Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Wendell, at home, Mrs. Charles Acker and Mrs. Wayne Kern of Topton and Mrs. Lloyd Reith of Hancock. Rev. William H. Kline will officiate at private services Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the home of his parents in Topton with continued public services in Trinity Lutheran church and interment in Union cemetery, Topton. Friends may call Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 5, 1941, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauenzahn, Allen

Schofer: Allen, the 10 yr. Old son of Albert Rauenzahn, died and was buried at Zion's church, Perry. Rev. O. D. Miller, of Pemburg, officiated. Dinner was served at Adam's hotel near the church.

Rauenzahn, Infant Daughter of Robert

The infant daughter of Robert and Joanne (Kern) Rauenzahn of Topton died yesterday morning at Allentown Hospital. She is survived by paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Rauenzahn, Sr.; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Kern; paternal great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Rauenzahn, all of Topton, and maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Lillie Kern of Alburtis. Services, which will be held at the convenience of the family, are being arranged by Schofer Funeral of Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 2, 1957, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauenzahn, Hettie M.

Miss Hettie M. Rauenzahn, 69, died yesterday morning at Berks Heim, where she had been a guest for the last four months. Born in Perry Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Selena (Keim) Rauenzahn. Before her residence at Berks Heim, she lived with a sister, Mrs. David Fegely, Mertztown R. 1. She was a member of the Mertztown Lutheran Church. Surviving are three brothers, William, Edwin and George, all of Topton; and six sisters, Mary, wife of David Fegely, Mertztown R. 1; Sally, Mrs. Cora Showalter, Mrs. Ella Bernhardt, Lizzie, wife of David Hieter, and Mabel, wife of Claude Oswald, all of Topton. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 13, 1957, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Rauenzahn, Salena (nee Keim)

Salena (Keim) Rauenzahn, widow of Albert Rauenzahn, died suddenly of a heart attack Friday afternoon at her home on Haas street, Topton, at the age of 72 years, 10 months and 7 days. She had been ill three weeks but was not considered to be in a serious condition. Mrs. Rauenzahn was born in Perry township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Daniel and Sarah (Seiger) Keim. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. Her husband passed away about eight years ago. Surviving her are the following children: William and Edwin, Topton; George, Sallie, Hettie and Mrs. Clarence Bernhard, all at home; Mrs. Claude Oswald and Mrs. Roy Showalter, both of Topton; Mrs. David Fegley, Mertztown, R.D., and Mrs. David Heiter, Topton. She also leaves thirty-seven grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, and one sister, Mrs. Katie Haines, Blandon. Funeral services will be held at her late home Wednesday afternoon at 1.30, with Rev. William F. Bond and Rev. William H. Kline officiating. Interment will follow in Zion cemetery, Windsor Castle. Viewing Tuesday from 7 to 9.

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

Raushi, George T.

Services were held for George T. Raushi, 74, of Pomander Avenue, Exeter Township, who died May 22 in Reading Hospital.
His wife, Beatrice G. (Clemo) Raushi, died in 1987.
Born in Lansdowne, Delaware County, he had been employed for more than 30 years by Atlantic Richfield Co., Philadelphia and Reading, as a truck driver, manager and lastly in dispatch. He retired in 1986.
He was an Army veteran.
Raushi was a life member of the Polish Americans Club, Clifton Heights, Delaware County.
He is survived by three daughters: Eleanora (Raushi) Smith, Aston, Delaware County; Jean A. (Raushi) Billitto, Jeffersonville, Montgomery County; and Fay (Raushi) Parramore, Claymont, Del.; also three brothers.
He was also predeceased by a son, George T. Jr.
Burial was in Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, Delaware County.
The arrangements were handled by the M. F. Williams Funeral Home Inc., Clifton Heights.

Ravis, Albert V.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Albert V. Ravis, 83, of Birchwood Court, Amity Township, who died March 5 in Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where he had been a patient for one day. He was the husband of Bertha B. (Poplawski) Ravis. Born in Shamokin, he had been employed as a millwright by Millwright Local 1906, and was a charter member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters Local, both of Philadelphia. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Birdsboro. Ravis was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a third-degree member of Father Bally Council 1192, Knights of Columbus, Stowe. He is also survived by a son, Albert P., Pottstown, and two grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church. Burial will be in St. Michael's Cemetery, Shamokin. The Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro, is in charge of the arrangements.

Ray, Anna

Among the local survivors of Anna Ray, formerly of Reading, who died Jan. 27 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., West Reading, where she had resided 10 months, is a son, Edward Ray, Maidencreek Township.

Ray, Bertha E.

Funeral services for Mrs. Bertha E. RAY, 75, of 1205 Randolph, widow of the late William H. RAY will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Wall-Diffenderfer Mortuary. Burial will be in the Maplewood Cemetery at Emporia. Mrs. Rary died in a hospital there Thursday. Mrs. Ray was born November 19, 1876, in Reading, Pa., and was brought to Topeka by her parents. She was married to Mr. Ray in Topeka March 5, 1901. Mr. and Mrs. Ray were living in Ottawa at the time of his death there in March, 1928. She returned to Topeka to make her home here. Mrs. Ray was a member of the First Congregational Church, Beulah Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star and Toltec Rite. She is survived by a sister, Mrs. Annie A. GRAVES, of the home; two nieces, Mrs. H.B. ATWELL, 510 Garfield and Mrs. Earle V. GIBSON of Ottawa, and a nephew, C. R. UMPLEBY, of Austin, Texas. [The Topeka Daily Capital (Topeka, Shawnee County, Kansas), Sunday, January 20, 1952.]

Ray, Evelyn G.

Services were held in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, for Evelyn G. Ray of Grand View Manor Assisted Living, Fleetwood, who died March 5 in University of Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia. Burial was in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township. She was predeceased by her husband, Elwood H. Ray, who died in 1991. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Milton and Ruth (Bach) Geist. She was a member of Schwarzwald Lutheran Church, Jacksonwald. Surviving are a son, Alan D., Wernersville, and a daughter, Robin C. (Ray) Wolfe, Sinking Spring. Also surviving are a brother, Stanley Geist, Reading; and two sisters, Ruth (Geist) Erb, Gilbertsville, and Doris (Geist) Williams, Birdsboro.

Reagan, Arthur

Reagan -- In this city, on the 24th, Arthur, son of Arthur and Annie Reagan, aged 2 years, 1 month and 25 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of his parents, 1258 Cotton St., on Saturday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Interment at Catholic Cemetery.

Reagan, John

Reagan--At Madison, Chester county, on the 6th inst., John Reagan, aged 76 years and 6 days

Reagan, John

John Reagan, in his day a quite prominent and highly respected citizen of Chester county, departed this life on Thursday afternoon, at the residence of his son-in-law John[sic] D Henzey, at Madison Chester county, near Pottstown aged 76 years and 6 days. He had been an invalid over a yea, from a complication of internal diseases. His wife died nearly five years ago, and they leave six children - P Wiley Reagan, of Pottstown; Mrs. Joseph D. Henzey, of Madison; Owen W Reagan, of Hagerstown; Harry C. and J. Allen Reagan of West Chester, and Willis I. Reagan, of near the same place.

John Reagan was born in Chester county, but in his early days moved to Albany township, Berks county, and engaged in iron the iron business and agriculture. He returned to Chester county and for forty years followed farming in South Coventry, near Pughtown. For five years he was Assistant U S Assessor for several of the northern townships in Chester county. For a long period he took an active part in political affairs, as a member of the Republican party.

George Reagan, father of John Reagan, died in Virginia about 10 years ago, aged about 93 years. This gentleman was for a long time an iron manufacturer in Berks county, owning Windsor and other forges, and large tracts of land in northern Berks county.

Read, Sylvia J.

Funeral services were held for Sylvia J. (Eppihimer) Read, 67, of Millsboro, Del, wife of Kenneth E. Read, who died December 21 in her home. Born in Elverson, she graduated from the former Warwick High School in 1953. She worked for the former Continental Bank in Pottstown for 15 years, and for the Berks County Bank in Pottstown for two years. She also co-owned the former Foxx Pools in Pottstown for eight years. In addition to her husband of 46 years, Read is survived by three daughters, Wanda K. Read-Burke of Bradenton, Fla., Brenda Birardo of Birdsboro and Kendra Bertoti of West Lawn; one son, Robert A. Read of Harrison City, Westmoreland County. Also a sister and eight grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Hospice of Delaware, 3515 Silverside Road Wilmington, DE 19810. Burial was in Mount Zion Cemetery in North Coventry. The arrangements were handled by the Catagnus Funeral Home, Pottstown.

Reading, Braydon T.

Braydon Thomas Reading, infant son of Jason T. and Justine M. (Baer) Reading, Hamburg, was stillborn Feb. 8 in Reading Hospital. He also is survived by his maternal grandparents, David S. and Patricia A. (Miller) Baer, Shoemakersville; and his paternal grandmother, Elaine E. (Stump) Reading, Windsor Township. Other survivors include his maternal great-grandmother, Dora A. (Schultz) Miller, Shoemakersville; his maternal great-grandparents, William and Fern (Bagenstose) Baer, Shoemakersville; his paternal great-grandmother, Anna M. (Peiffer) Stump, Richmond Township; and his paternal great-grandparents, Ancil and Elizabeth (Muscatell) Reading, Easton. Services will be private. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, February 10, 2005, p. B4. Submitted by: Judy.]

Readinger, David

Following a brief illness, David Readinger, a prominent farmer of Ruscombmanor township, died of a complication of diseases on Sunday morning at his home, near Seidel's blacksmith shop. aged 68 years, 6 months and 18 days.

Mr. Readinger was a member of Shalter's Lutheran Church. He is survived by his widow Mary, five sons and one daughter; Simon and Jackson, Alsace Twp; Edward, Oley; John and Peter, at home; Sarah, wife of Daniel Lutz, Oley; one sister Sallie, widow of Peter Long, of Oley, also survives. Undertaker Lutz, of Esterly, has charge.

Readinger, Marian A. (nee Garber)

Marian A. Readinger, 72, Exeter Township, died June 25 in Beverly Healthcare Reading, Exeter Township. She was the wife of Calvin R. Readinger. Born in Berks County, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Myrtle M. (Spies) Garber. Readinger is also survived by a son, Robert R., Exeter Township, and three daughters: Judy A. (Readinger) Shirey, Boyertown, and Lue Ann (Readinger) Reinert and Tena M. (Readinger) Rattie, both of Exeter Township. There are also nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley. Burial will be in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Township.

Readinger, Mary M. (nee Schlegel)

Mary M., widow of David B. Readinger, died of pneumonia, Wednesday, in Ruscombmanor township, near Seidel's blacksmith shop, aged seventy-two years. She was born in Richmond township and was a daughter of the late Solomon and Mary Schlegel. One daughter and five sons remain: Sarah, wife of Daniel Lutz, Sin and Jackson, Alsace township; Edwin, Oley township; John and Peter, at home. One brother, William, Lyon Station; one sister, Lydia, wife of George Moyer, Allentown; thirty-eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 2, 1917, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Readinger, Warren P.

Warren P. Readinger, 64, Union Township, died June 2 at 5:32 p.m. in Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, where he had been a patient since May 3. He was the husband of Sharon M. (Pickar) Readinger. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Warren A. and Helena (Ehrig) Readinger. Readinger had been self-employed as an area insurance agent for many years. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Union Township. Readinger was a former board member and treasurer of Southern Berks Ambulance and former leader of Cub Scout Pack 595. He was a former member of the board of the Daniel Boone School District. Readinger is also survived by a daughter, Kimberly M. (Readinger) Berndt, Douglassville; and two sons, Warren C., Jacksonville, Fla., and Brett J., Exeter Township. Other survivors include a brother, Ronald, Amity Township; and three sisters: Aletha (Readinger) Bernet and Lana (Readinger) Wentzel, both of Amity Township; and Jane (Readinger) Fox, Douglassville. There is also one grandson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception BVM. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro, is in charge of arrangements.

Readinger, Wilson G.

The funeral of Wilson G. Readinger, 79-year-old farmer who was found dead in a creek near Kutztown on Thursday, was held from his late home in Rockland township yesterday at 1:30 p.m. Mr. Reading had been walking around his farm and, according to an autopsy performed by the Berks coroner, was seized with a heart attack and fell into the water. He was found by a member of his family who had gone upon search for him when he failed to return home at the customary time. Surviving are his widow, Kate (Breidigam); eight children: Austin B., Maude B., and Eva, wife of Walter K. Beaver, all of Fleetwood R.D. 1; Pearl, wife of Earl Pauley, of Sinking Spring; Verna, wife of Harvey Heffner, of Fleetwood R.D. 2; Homer B., at home; Earl B., of Mertztown R.D. 1 and Lee, in the U.S. Army, stationed at Lowry Field, Denver, Colo.; 23 grandchildren and these brothers and sisters: Clara, widow of George Brintzenhoff, New Berlinville; Henry, of Macungie; Edwin, of Reading; Charles of Guthrie Center, Ia., and Milton, of West Philadelphia.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 7, 1942, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reary, Ruth Y. (nee Yoder)

Ruth Y. Reary, 88, Boyertown, formerly of Fleetwood, died June 3 at 9:16 a.m. in the Lutheran Home at Topton. Her husband, Arthur R. Reary, died in 1981. Born in Colebrookdale Township, she was a daughter of the late John M. and Katie (Rush) Yoder. Reary had been employed for 26 years by the Boyertown School District, where she was a school secretary and secretary to the board of education, retiring in 1962. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Boyertown. Reary is survived by a sister, Luella N. (Yoder) Hagenbuch, a resident at the Lutheran Home at Topton. Services will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown. Burial will be in Lobach's Cemetery, Oley.

Reazor, James A.

James A. Reazor, 63, Reading, died May 5 at 9:52 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since April 17. He was the husband of Dorothy J. (Beissel) Reazor. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Melvin W. and Emily M. (Smith) Reazor. Reazor had been employed for 32 years as a welder by Dana Corp., Reading, retiring in 1996. He was a 1961 graduate of Wilson High School. Reazor was a life member of the Mohnton Fish & Game Club. He is also survived by two sons, Stephen J., West Reading, and James A. Jr., at home. Other survivors include a brother, M. Robert, Brecknock Township; and two sisters, Jane (Reazor) Shears, Reading, and Doris (Reazor) Rebholz, Reading. Services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring. Burial will be in St. John's (Gernant's) Cemetery, Ontelaunee Township.

Reber, Adam H.

Adam H. Reber, living with his father-in-law, Jacob Shipe, at 728 Linden street, died on Tuesday of last week, of consumption. He was a son of Percival G. Reber, deceased, of Strausstown, Berks county, and lately stenographer for Richard Caffrey, Roadmaster of the Lehigh Valley railroad. He left a wife, nee Agnes Shipe, daughter of Jacob Shipe, to whom he was wedded on the 27th of April last. Deceased taught school for several years at Emaus, and later graduated from Dorney's Business College, this city. A year ago he entered Mr. Caffrey's employ as stenographer. He was a brother to H. L. Reber, Principal of the Emaus High school, and has three sisters and brothers in the West. The funeral took place on Saturday last at Emaus, services in St. John's Church, and interment in the Moravian cemetery. Rev. C. F. Schaffer officiated.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 14, 1894, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reber, Anna K.

Among the local survivors of Anna K. (Hoffman) Reber, formerly of Temple, who died Jan. 30 in Mifflin Center, Cumru Township, where she had resided since Oct. 2000, is a daughter, Miriam V. (Reber) Schmeck, Fleetwood.

Reber, Anna Mae Emerich (nee Messer)

Anna Mae (Messer) Emerich Reber, 91, Womelsdorf, died Dec. 31, 2006, in Reading Hospital. Her first husband, Wesley Emerich, died in 1951. Born in Pottsville on Jan. 23, 1915, she was a daughter of the late Alvin and Amanda (Schuler) Messer. She was employed for many years as a cook by the Reading Company YMCA, Reading. She was a member of the Wernersville Senior Center and was an avid bingo and card player. Surviving are a daughter, Beverly, wife of Harvey Lengle, Womelsdorf; and a son, Ronald, husband of Shirley Emerich, Cressona. Other survivors include eight grandchildren and 15 great_grandchildren. She was predeceased by a granddaughter, Patricia Scharadin, in 1991. Memorial services will be Thursday at noon in St. John's (Host) Church, 36 Host Church Road, Bernville. Burial will be private. Grose Funeral Home Inc., Myerstown, is in charge of arrangements.

Reber, Annie A. (nee Smeck)

Mrs. Annie A (Smick) Reber, widow of John K Reber, died yesterday at her home, 344 Mulberry St. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Louise (Naugle) Smick.

Surviving are seven daughters, Delores, wife of Edward McDonough; Laura, wife of Sommers Steelman; Lillian, wife of William Wanagus; all of Philadelphia; Helen, wife of Lewis A. Schera; Bertha, wife of Frank Stamm; Isabel, wife of Charles Poulton; Evelyn Reber, all of Reading, and 16 grandchildren.

The Rev. Dr. Charles E Roth will officiate at the funeral services in the T. C. Auman, Inc., Funeral Parlors, Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock. Burial will be made in Zion's Cemetery, Perry Township.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 14, 1949. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Reber, Benjamin Franklin

In Reading, September 14th, Benjamin Franklin, son of James T. and Sarah W. Reber, aged 8 years, 5 months and 16 days.

Reber, Conrad

Near Bernville, Berks co., on the 6th instant, Conrad Reber, an esteemed and well known citizen, aged 74 years, 3 months and 22 days.

Reber, Daniel L.

In Sugar Valley, Clinton county, February 28th, Daniel L. Reber, son of Nicholas Reber, aged 61 years, 6 months and 14 days.

Reber, Edward Martin

In Hamburg, December 11th, Edward Martin, son of Joseph and Susan A. Reber, aged 14 years, 3 months and 25 days.

Reber, Eliza Catharine

Near Straustown, May 26th, Eliza Catharine, daughter of Jeremiah S. and Elmina Reber, aged 5 years and 6 days.

Reber, Elizabeth

In Bern, March 15th, Elizabeth Reber, wife of Joseph Reber, aged 72 years, 1 month and 2 days.

Reber, Elizabeth G. (nee Charlton)

Elizabeth G. Reber, 98, Bethel Township, died Jan. 3, 2007, at 11:12 a.m. in her residence. Her husband, Herman A. Reber, died Aug. 10, 1966. Born in Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Nellie (Garside) Charlton. Reber was a homemaker. She attended Pottsville High School. Reber attended Little Swatara Church of the Brethren, Tulpehocken Township. Surviving is a son, John A. Reber, husband of Donna, South Heidelberg Township. Other survivors include a granddaughter, Jennifer L. Reber, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Hill Funeral Home, Rehrersburg. Burial will be in Schuylkill Memorial Park near Schuylkill Haven. Friends may call Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 498 Bellevue Ave., Reading, PA 19605.

Reber, Elva I.

Elva I. Reber, 59, of 353 Snyder Road, Reading, died Wednesday at Reading Hospital & Medical Center, West Reading. Born in Ontelaunee Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Warren and Edna Hoffman Spayd. She was a 1958 graduate of Ontelaunee High School. She was an Avon representative for the past 35 years. Surviving are her husband, Willard A.; three sons, David W. Reber, Allentown, Dwayne W. Reber, Wernersville, and Dean G. Reber, Blandon; a daughter, Diane L. Kessler, Douglassville; two grandchildren; other relatives in Schuylkill County. Services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday from Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Interment will be private.

Reber, F. Leonard

Hon. F. Leonard Reber, former member of the legislature, of Shoemakersville, Berks county, fell dead at his home Saturday morning. Mr. Reber was 61 years old. For many years he was prominent in Democratic politics. Mr. Reber leaves his widow and the following children: Mrs. A. B. Lesher, Mrs. E. K. Phillips and Lizzie, of Shoemakersville; Mrs. Alvin Ohlinger, of Reading, and Mrs. Benjamin Schlauntch, of Mohrsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 12, 1907, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reber, George

In this city, on the 17th inst., George Reber, aged 79 years, 7 months and 27 days. Internment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, February 18, 1919. Submitted by: Brenda. Note: this is an abstract.]

Reber, Gerald J.

Gerald J. Reber, 63, died of natural causes June 26 at 7:10 a.m. in his Schuylkill Haven residence. He was the husband of Jean L. (Rubright) Reber. Born in Tilden Township, he was a son of the late Jacob A. and Luella R. (Reppert) Reber. Reber had been employed for eight years as a truck driver by Performance Sports Apparel, Reading, last working April 27. He was a National Guard veteran. Reber was a trustee and former treasurer of Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 523, Hamburg. He was a life member of Union Fire Company 1, Hamburg, and its beneficial association. Reber is also survived by a son, Timothy G., Hamburg; and four daughters: Patti J. (Reber) McDemus, Schuylkill Haven; Sheila M. Reber, at home; Susan L. (Reber) Bear, Hamburg; and Sherry K. (Reber) Zulick, Pottsville. Other survivors include a brother, Larry A., Tilden Township. There are also six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Burial will be in St. Michael's Cemetery, Tilden Township.

Reber, Harry Michael

In Centreport, Harry Michael Reber, a son of Isaac H. and Sarah E. Reber, aged 6 years, 11 months and 27 days.

Reber, Henry H

On the 16th inst., in Bern, Henry H., son of Benneville Reber, in the 2d year of his age.

Reber, Howard J.

In Reading, May 11th, Howard J, only son of Aaron K. and Mary A. Reber, aged 10 months and 26 days.

Reber, John K.

John K Reber ,66, died yesterday in his home, 121 West Green St. He is the son of the late Abraham and Caroline (Kiem) Reber, and until a month ago was employed by Dick Bros., for 17 years.

He came to this city from Shoemakersville 30 years ago and at one time was a member of the National Guard. He was a member of the Reformed denomination and Republican Club.

Surviving are his widow Annie (Smeck); seven daughters; Ann, wife of Edward McDonough, and Laura, wife of Somers Steelman, both of Philadelphia; Helen, wife of Louis Schera, and Bertha, wife of Frank Stamm, both of Reading; Isabel, wife of Charles Poulton, of Wyomissing; Lillian, wife of William Wanagus, of Philadelphia; Evelyn Reber, at home, and 12 grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held Monday at 11A.M. in the parlors of T C Auman,Inc., the Rev, Robert H Ischinger officiating. Internment will be made in Zion Union Cemetery, near Windsor Castle.

Reber, Jonathan L.

Reber, Kate

Katie L. (Hatt), wife of Harry Reber, died yesterday in her home, 44 South Wyomissing Ave., Shillington, aged 70 years. A Gold Star mother, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Benneville Hatt and was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Reber-Moore Post 635, and Immanuel Reformed Church, Shillington. Surviving besides her husband are five children: Edwin of Shillington; Elizabeth, at home; James of Reading; Irvin of sinking Spring, and Margaret at home. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 o'clock from the Kindt Memorial Home, Shillington, with the Rev. Thomas W. Rhoads officiating. Burial will be made in Fairview Cemetery.

Reber, Maria A.

Lower Heidelberg, Feb. 18 (Special). Maria A., widow of Jonathan Reber, died in Lower Heidelberg towhship, near here, of general debility and ailments incident to old age following an illness which rendered her bedfast for there years. She was aged 94 years, 4 months and 14 dyas. She leaves the following children: Adam, near this place, with whom she had made her homep; Jonathan, Rickenbach; Sarah, wife of Charles Eyrich, Schuyler Falls, N.Y.; Amelia, widow of Wellington Hiester, Reading; Mrs. Malinda Schaeffer, Reading. Funeral , Feb. 23, from the home of her son Adam at 2 P. m. Services and interment at Bern Church. Rev. J. W. Bittner, of Kutztown, will officiate. Undertaker, J. D. Naftzinger of Centerport has charge.

Reber, Mary (nee Heinly)

In Hamburg, at the residence of her son-in-law Jacob Hartman, Mrs. Mary Reber (born Heinly), widow of Jacob Reber, aged upwards of 70 years.

Reber, Mary (nee Rickenbach)

In Lower Heidelberg, on the 22d inst., Mary (nee Rickenbach), wife of Henry M. Reber, aged 67 years and 28 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, from The residence of her husband, in Lower Heidelberg, on Wednesday, April 27, 15 9 a.m. at the house. Services and interment at Epler's Church. Please omit flowers. Teams will convey people from the house to the church.

Reber, Mary K.

Reber, Mrs. Mary K., of Reading, moved from the earthly house into "a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens" on May 25, 1949, at the age of 70. Her husband, Howard, preceded her in death. She is survived only by a sister, Margaret, wife of Charles Shearer. Mrs. Reber was a quiet, consistently living Christian; during her last illness she frequently expressed the desire to "go home to God." She was a member of First E. C. Church, Reading. The funeral service, conducted by her pastor, was held on May 28th, with burial in Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading. __H. D. Wittmaier

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXV, no. 24, June 14, 1949, p. 12. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Reber, Menese

Reber -- Near Leesport, May 27th, Menese Reber, wife of Jeremiah Reber, aged 35 years and 7 months.

Reber, Merlin G.

Among the local survivors of Merlin G. Reber, 70, West Brunswick Township, Schuylkill County, who died Nov. 15 in Reading Hospital, are two brothers, Harold Reber and Melvin Reber, both of Shoemakersville.

Reber, Minnie

In this city, September 15th, Minnie, daughter of Joel K. and Catharine Reber, in the 4th year of her age.

Reber, Paul J.

Services were held in Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, Lebanon County, for Paul J. Reber, 88, who died May 24 in his Lebanon County residence.
Burial was in Grand View Memorial Park, Annville, Lebanon County.
He was predeceased by his wife, Florence N. (Smith) Reber, who died July 11, 1994.
Born in Centerport, he was a son of the late Adam and Edna (Althouse) Reber.
Until retiring, he was self-employed in the construction business for many years. He was the developer and part-owner of the Monroe Valley Golf Course.
He was a graduate of Perry High School.
Reber was a member of Mohrsville Church of the Brethren.
He was a charter member, director and past president of the Lebanon County Builders Association.
Reber was a member of the North Lebanon Township Planning Commission.
Surviving are a brother, Mark Reber, Centerport, and a sister, Dorothy (Reber) Kantner, Shoemakersville.
Christmans Funeral Home, Lebanon, was in charge of arrangements.

Reber, Ralph R.

Ralph Richard Reber, 81, Erie, died Aug. 8 in Hamot Medical Center, Erie. His wife, Rhoda Naomi (Koch) Reber, died in 2002. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late John Reber Sr. and Helen (Boyer) Reber. Reber was employed for 33 years in international sales and as assistant to the president for customer relations by Autoclave Engineers, retiring in 1986. He was a Marine Corps veteran of World War II. He later served in the Army and Pennsylvania Army National Guard until 1952. Reber was a graduate of Lehigh University, Bethlehem. He was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, North East, Erie County, where he served on the church council and as treasurer, secretary, and assistant minister. He was also a member of the choir and bell choir. Reber served on the North East School Board, the North East YMCA board of directors, the North East Recreation Commission, the Community Fair Board and the North East Red Cross. He is also survived by a son, Richard K., Erie; and a daughter, Beverly Ann (Reber) Otto Jarrett, Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. Other survivors include two brothers, John Jr., Wernersville, and Luther, Marietta, Ga.; and two sisters, Ruth (Reber) Nace, Etters, York County, and Helen (Reber) Ott, Wernersville. There are also two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in the North East Cemetery, followed by a memorial service and luncheon at 11 a.m. in St. Peter's Lutheran Church. The W. Tad Bowers Funeral Home, North East, is in charge of arrangements.

Reber, Rebecca

On the 23d ultimo, Rebecca, wife of David Reber, aged 42 years, 2 months and 4 days.

Reber, Robert Fulton

In Wernersville, on the 17th inst., Robert Fulton, son of Levi F. and Mary Ann Reber (Rumbel) aged 1 year, 10 months and 9 days.

Reber, Robert H.

Services will be Wednesday for Robert H. Reber, 81, of Levan Street, Exeter Township, who died March 19 in Berkshire Center, Exeter Township. His wife, Anita M. (McShea) Reber, died in 1990. Born in Reading, Reber had been employed for more than 50 years as a regional auditor by F. W. Woolworth Co., retiring in 1988. He was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, Reading, where he served on the council and finance committee. Reber was a 1941 graduate of Reading High School and was a graduate of Delaware Valley College, Doylestown, Bucks County. He was an Army Air Forces veteran of World War II. Reber was a life member of the Rajah Shrine, Reading, and the Scottish Rite, West Reading. He was also a life member of the Free and Accepted Masons of Salisbury, Md. Reber is survived by a son, Robert H. Jr., Matthews, N.C. and a sister. There is also one granddaughter. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the Auman Funeral Homes, Reading. Burial will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Reber, Robert L.

Robert L. Reber, 70, of 1410 Commonwealth Blvd., Cumru Township, Berks County, died Thursday at his residence. Born in Brommerstown, Schuylkill County, he was a son of the late Elmer H. and Verda M. Reichert Reber. He was employed as a salesman for Maier's Bakery, Reading, for 12 years, retiring in 1991. He was a member of St. John the Baptist de la Salle Roman Catholic Church, Shillington. Surviving are his wife, the former Ann M. Connors; two sons, Robert L. Jr., at home, and Edward R., Mohnton; two brothers, Reynold, Pottsville, and Russell, Schuylkill Haven; a sister, Betty Keenan, Cressona; three grandsons. Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday from the Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church. Interment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale.

Reber, Ruth Caroline

Reber--In this city, on the 9th inst., Ruth Caroline, daughter of John and Annie Reber, aged 22 years, 1 month and 5 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of the parents, 148 Hudson Street, Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery.

Reber, Sallie A.

In this city, on the 18st inst., Sallie A. Reber, in the 56th year of her age. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, 72 1/2 North 10th St. on Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Services at the house. Internment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 22, 1894. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Reber, Sara A. (nee Strayer)

Sara A. (Strayer) Reber, 66, Ephrata, entered into rest on Dec. 29, 2006, in Penn State Hershey Medical Center. She was the widow of Thomas I. Reber. She was born in Lancaster, a daughter of the late David W. and Sara S. (Kramer) Strayer. Sara is survived by two sons, Thomas I. Reber Jr., Ephrata; and Terry L. Reber, Lancaster; and a daughter, Tamara I. Troupe, Ephrata. Other survivors include two brothers, David G., husband of Agnas Strayer, Akron; and George "Bud" Strayer, Lancaster; and a sister, Amy Jane, wife of Daniel Reid, Cornwall. There also are four grandchildren: David M. Green, Landisville; Colver A. Reber, Warren; Brandon H. Rohrer, East Earl; and Brittany N. Murray, Ephrata. Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Bill Strayer. A memorial service will be held Thursday at 6 p.m. in Grace Fellowship Church, 822 Pointview Ave., Ephrata, with Pastor Fr ank Rice officiating.

Reber, Sarah (nee High)

On the 14th, in Bern, Sarah Reber, wife of Benneville Reber, and daughter of Gen. William High, aged about 30 years.

Reber, Sarah

In Shartlesville, August 20th, Sarah, wife of Elias Reber, aged 27 years, 4 months and 4 days.

Reber, Sarah A. (nee Bertram)

Sarah A. Bertram, wife of the late James Albert Reber and daughter of the late Elias Bertram and wife Angeline nee Clay, born Dec. 31, 1859 Bern Twp., Berks Co.; was baptized in infancy by Rev. Thos. Iaeger. She was confirmed April 24, 1875 in Zions Church, Strausstown, by Rev. A. Finfrock. She was married to Jas. Albert Reber, Nov. 23, 1878 by Rev. A. Finfrock. Mr. Reber died about 16 years ago. She died Sunday, Jan. 15, 1933 in the home of Mrs. Kate Epler, Strausstown, at an age of 73 years and 15 days and is survived by 23 nieces and nephews. She was buried Jan. 19, 1933 with services in the home of Mrs. Epler and in Zions Union Church, Strausstown and burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Reber, Sarah Ann (nee Potteicher)

Sarah Ann, daughter of Daniel & Sarah (Keller) Potteicher, was born April 17, 1830 in Upper Tulpehocken Township, baptized June 27, 1830 by Rev. Geo. Minnich, confirmed in Zion's, Strausstown. She was married April 3 1852 to Jonahtan G. Reber, which union was blessed with 2 sons, of whom 1 son, with his father, preceded the mother to eternity. She died January 20, 1906, aged 75-9-3, at the home of her only son, in Strausstown.

Reber, Stanley E.

Stanley E. Reber, 89, formerly of Schuylkill Haven, died Friday morning at Rest Haven nursing home, Schuylkill Haven, where he had been a resident for 10 years. Born in Bethel, he was a son of the late Owen and Ann Reber. He was last employed by Berks Cleaning Service, Pottsville, where he worked until retirement. He was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ and the Schuylkill Hose Company, both of Schuylkill Haven, and the Schaefferstown Historical Society. He was preceded in death by his first wife, the former Bessie Schrader, in 1940; his second wife, Mabel Neiswinder, in 1998; a daughter, Perline Cooper. Surviving are a daughter, Elaine Long, Donaldson; two stepdaughters, Thelma Baylor, Hamburg, and Esther Kamp, Pottsville; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; a stepgreat-great-grandson. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday from Geschwindt-Stabingas Funeral Home Inc., 25 E. Main St., Schuylkill Haven, with the Rev. Janet E. Lewis officiating. Interment will be in Zion's Red Church Cemetery, Orwigsburg.

Reber, William

Reber, Wm. Harry

Rebman, Dawn L.

Services were held in Little Swatara Church of the Brethren, Rehrersburg, for Dawn L. Rebman, who was pronounced dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head Aug. 16 in her Midway Road, Tulpehocken Township residence. Her death was ruled a suicide by the Berks County coroner's office. Burial was in the church cemetery. Born in South Korea, she was a daughter of Allen L. and Rebecca M. (Geesaman) Rebman, with whom she resided. She was a 2002 graduate of Tulpehocken High School. Rebman was last employed by R. M. Palmer Co., West Reading. She was a member of Little Swatara Church. Also surviving are a sister, Michelle L. Rebman and a brother, Todd A. Rebman, both at home. Other survivors include her paternal grandparents, LeRoy and Arlene (Keeney) Rebman, Rehrersburg; and her maternal grandparents, Paul and Blanche (Kline) Geesaman, Grantville, Dauphin County. The Hill Funeral Home, Rehrersburg, was in charge of arrangements.

Redner, Raymond C.

A Memorial Service was held for Raymond C. Redner, 70, of Patton Street, St. Lawrence, who died Feb. 10 in the Reading Hospital. Redner had been struck by a car on St. Lawrence Avenue. He was the husband of Dianne R. (Reppert) Redner. Redner was employed as salesman by Hershey Corp., and was the owner-operator of Pennside Distributors for more than 20 years. He was an independent contractor delivering the Reading Times for Reading Eagle Company for many years in Exeter Township. He was later employed for several years as a deliveryman by C&J Tires, Exeter Township, last working Monday. Redner was a Navy veteran. He was a member of the Glad Tidings Assembly of God, Whitfield. He is survived by two daughters, Renee (Redner) Dodson, Souderton, Montgomery County, and Diane (Redner) Fediuk, Milford, Ohio; and a son, David Redner, Middletown, N.Y. Other survivors include two stepsons, Andrew C. Raugh, at home, and Mark D. Raugh, Flying Hills; and a stepdaughter, Lisa O'Hanlon, Sussex, N.J. Also surviving are two brothers; a sister; four grandchildren and two stepgrandchildren. The Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Exeter Township, handled the arrangements.

Reed, A. Theodore

Services were held for A. Theodore Reed, 95, of Charlotte Street, New Hanover, formerly of Perkiomenville, who died July 29 in his home. He was the widower of Catherine R. (Gerhart) Reed. Born in Norristown, Reed worked as a laborer for Bethlehem Steel in Pottstown, retiring in 1973. He was a member of Frieden's United Church of Christ in Sumneytown. Surviving are a daughter, Dorothy K. Miller of Gilbertsville; a sister; 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by five sons; a brother; a sister and a grandson. Burial was in Limerick Garden of Memories. The arrangements were handled by the Mann-Slonaker Funeral Home, East Greenville.

Reed, Catharine (nee Fehr)

Mrs. Catharine Reed (born Fehr), widow of the late John Reed, aged 69 years, 5 months and 2 days.

Reed, Catharine M.

Among the local survivors of Catherine M. (Smith) Reed, who died Feb. 25 in her Perry Township residence, is a son, Arthur Reed Jr., Mertztown.

Reed, Charles A.

Charles A. Reed died at his residence at Lyons, Berks county, on Wednesday morning, aged 67 years, 9 months and 16 days. He had been ill for a number of weeks. He was well known in Allentown, having formerly resided in this city where he was employed as a carpenter. He was the son of the late Edward and Eliza (nee Sharadin) Reed. His wife, Andora (nee Schlegel), preceded him in death 20 years ago. There survive a son, Robert, of Topton; three daughters, Mrs. Paul Reddinger and Edith, of Lyons, and Lottie, of Reading; a sister, Mrs. Emma Koller, of Stony Creek; and four grandchildren. He was a member of Carpenters Union, Local 368, of Allentown. The funeral will be held from his late residence at Lyons on Saturday at 3 p.m. Further services will be held in St. Paul's church, Lyons. Interment will be made in the Lyons cemetery.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, April 9, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reed, Edward

Edward Reed, aged 76 years, 5 months and 18 days, died at his residence in Lyons on Thursday morning at 1.15 o'clock. He had been ailing for some time with heart failure and dropsy. He was the last of his family of 13 children. He leaves the following children: Charles A. and Daniel P., of Lyons, and George E., of Allentown, and one daughter, Emma E., with whom he lived; twenty-three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren survive. A son preceded him in death. Rev. Dise will conduct short funeral services at the house on Wednesday at 9.30 a.m., after which the cortege will proceed to the chapel for further services. Interment will be made in the Lyons cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 3, 1915, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reed, Elisabeth

Near Stouchsburg, March 4th, Elizabeth, daughter of Edmond & Sarah Catharine Reed, aged 2 years and 9 months.

Reed, Eudora (nee Schlegel)

Mrs. Eudora Reed, wife of Charles Reed, died on Tuesday afternoon at 4.20 o'clock at her home, No. 517 Park street, following a three years' illness with cancer, in her fortieth year. The deceased had been ailing for the past three years and was confined to her bed for two weeks previous to her death. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jeremiah Schlegel and was born in Rockland township, Berks county, September 13th, 1872. She resided in this city for the past 13 years. A brother and two sisters preceded her in death. Besides her husband, she is survived by five children, Lottie, wife of Herbert Shalk; Floyd, of Kutztown; Robert, Edith and Marguerite, at home. She was a member of Mertztown Lutheran Church, in Rockland township , Berks county. The funeral will be held on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock. Services will be conducted at the house and interment in Greenwood Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 14, 1911, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reed, John

Some weeks ago, at the Big Dam on the river Schuylkill, near Lewis Ferry, John Reed, aged about 18 years. Said to have come from New York State, about the head waters of the Susquehanna River.

[Source" Berks and Schuylkill Journal, Reading, PA, Saturday, October 12, 1822, Volume: 7, Issue: 20, Page: 3. Submitted by Betty.]

Reed, John S.

Near Stouchsburg, on December 8th, John S. Reed, son of Christopher Reed, aged 72 years, 10 months and 2 days.

Reed, Katie M.F.

Died. On the 3rd inst., in Longswamp, Katie M. F., wife of Lawrence Reed, aged 28 years.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 12, 1898, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reed, Lena E.

Services were held in Frystown Brethren Meeting House for Lena E. Reed, 74, formerly of School Road, Bethel Township, who died Jan. 17 in Mount Hope Dunkard Brethern Church Home, Lancaster County, where she had resided since Nov. 2002. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd B. Reed, who died Feb. 2, 1994. Born in Bethel, she was a daughter of the late David F. and Laura M. (Gibble) Ebling. She was a self-employed distributor of Nature's Sunshine Herb Products. Reed was a member of Mount Zion Dunkard Brethren Church, Bethel Township. Surviving are three sons: Frank L. Reed, Manheim, Lancaster County; Jason L. Reed, Marion Township; and David L. Reed, Bethel Township. There are also nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Reed, Leonard L. Sr.

Leonard L. Reed Sr., 73, of 122 W. High St., Womelsdorf, financial secretary of the Schuylkill Promenades Square Dance Club, Schuylkill Haven, died Wednesday at home. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Elmer and Hermie Hoffa Reed. He was past president and director of the Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club and a recipient of its distinguished service award; a 50-year member of the Appalachian Trail Conference and former education chairman of Keystone Trails Association. He received the Boy Scout Order of Merit in 1966 and Silver Beaver Award in 1967 from the Valley Forge Council. He was employed for 28 years as a forklift operator at the Firestone Tire & Rubber Co.'s Pottstown plant until 1980. He was later employed as a cook by several Berks County restaurants. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Womelsdorf, and was secretary of the Men of Zion group. Surviving are his wife, the former Geraldine M. Ressler; two sons, Leonard L. Jr., Perkiomenville, and George P., Fleetwood; a stepson, Dale L. Harris, Womelsdorf; a stepdaughter, Gail A. Werner, Kenhorst; two brothers, John, Green Hills Nursing Center, Robeson Township, Berks County, and Robert, Shoemakersville; a sister, Annie Gring, Wyomissing; two grandchildren; two step-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in Zion's Cemetery, Perry Township.

Reed, Mary

Reed -- In this city, at the residence of John Burkholder, on the 29th instant, Mrs. Mary Reed, widow of the late George C. Reed, in the 53d year of her age.

Reed Jr., Merlyn A.

Among the local survivors of Merlyn A. Reed Jr., 67, of Robeson Township, who died of natural causes May 7 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient five days, is a daughter, Barbara L. Reed, Shartlesville.

Reed Jr., Merlyn A.

Services were held for Merlyn A. Reed Jr., 67, of White Bear Road, Birdsboro, who died May 7 in Reading Hospital and Medical Center. He was the husband of Janice L. (Eyrich) Reed.
Born in West Reading, he worked as a truck driver for F. M. Brown & Sons of Birdsboro for 10 years until his retirement in 1997.
Reed previously worked as a tractor trailer driver for the former Seven Up Bottling Co. in Reading from 1975 to 1987, and as a crane operator for Birdsboro Corp. in Birdsboro from 1955 to 1975.
Reed was affiliated with the Jehovah's Witnesses of Mt. Penn.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Merlyn L. Reed of Birdsboro and Wayne M. Reed of Mohnton; two daughters, Barbara L. Reed of Shartlesville and Rita L. Haddock of Birdsboro; and four grandchidlren.
Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park in Reiffton.
The Dengler Funeral Home, Birdsboro, handled the arrangements.

Reed, Richard E. Sr.

Richard E. Reed Sr., of Wesley Chapel, Florida, died peacefully on June 21, 2009 after a suffering a stroke. Mr. Reed was 92 years of age and was the devoted husband of Betty C. (nee Grimes) for 70 wonderful years. Mr. Reed was born in Newmanstown, PA on July 19, 1916. He graduated from Newmanstown High School in 1933, and later various technical schools. He served in the U. S. Navy, during WWII from 1943 to 1945, aboard the USS Cabot. Mr. Reed worked for much of his life for the U.S. Air Force, where he progressed from repairing flight instruments to managing the purchasing and support of auto pilots. Before he retired, he transferred to working for the U.S. Navy in a similar capacity. He retired from his civil service career in May, 1971. He and his wife Betty moved to Florida in 1973. His hobbies included a love of animals, singing and composing songs, playing the piano, playing golf and in his later years genealogy. Mr. Reed played golf well, and did extensive research into all of the family names in his and his wife's family tree. He traced Betty's and his antecedents back to the water's edge, eventually accumulating information about approximately 160 ancestors. This extensive research will be donated to the Lebanon County Historical Society. Mr. Reed is survived by his wife Betty C. Reed, his children Richard E. Reed Jr. and his wife June Nazarian-Reed, of Potomac, MD, Robert E. Reed and his wife Sherry L. Reed of Exton, PA, Royal Sanders-James and her husband, Richard James of Tampa, FL, and two sisters, Mary Lou Bergman and Loretta Gromis . He is also survived by his grandchildren, Stephanie M. Reed of Philadelphia, PA, Jonathan R. Reed of West Chester, PA, and Elisabeth Christenson and her husband Daniel Christenson, of Lutz, FL as well as his great granddaughter, Mia Grace Christenson and many nieces and nephews. Miss Mia Grace, daughter of Elisabeth and Daniel, brought him considerable joy in his last year while he was plagued with deteriorating health. Mr. Reed will be laid to rest on July 19, 2009 after a Memorial Service at 2:00 PM, at Millcreek Lutheran Church to be followed by a short graveside service. After the services there will be food and refreshments for all guests at the Millcreek Lutheran Church at about 3:30 PM. Family and all friends are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Gulfside Regional Hospice, New Port Richey, FL.

Reed, Sara Amanda (nee Yoder)

Ill with a complication of diseases for some time, Sara Amanda, nee Yoder, widow of James Reed, of Topton, passed away at the home of her son, Harry W. Reed, 3628 Montclair avenue, Laureldale, yesterday afternoon, aged 75 years. She was the daughter of George Yoder and his wife, Catherine, nee Delp, and was born in Muhlenberg township, Berks county. Her husband preceded her in death 24 years ago. Surviving to mourn her loss are three sons, Edward, Kutztown; Frederick V., Bethlehem, and Harry W., of Laureldale; 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. In addition there are four sisters, Mrs. J. P. Trexler, Mrs. Freeman Barto and Mrs. Annie Boyer, all of Topton; Mrs. Mary Holmes, Philadelphia, and one brother, Daniel Yoder, of Reading. Funeral services will be held from the funeral home of Undertaker Irwin D. DeLong, Home avenue, Topton, Saturday at 1.30 p.m. Rev. Dr. George B. Smith, of Kutztown, will officiate. Friends may call at the funeral home Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, February 5, 1935, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reedy, Mary

The funeral for Mrs. Mary Reedy preceeded from teh residence of her husband, Patrick Reedy, 836 North 6th and was well attended. High mass was celebrated in St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery by Rev. Father Henne. The remains reposed in an elegant black cloth covered casket. Interment at the Catholic Church. Morris, Coleman, Patrick Burns, John Kane, Harry Brennan, John McCloy and Bernard Devine were bearers.

Reese, Charles

Charles Reese, aged 76 years, died on Tuesday at Henningsville, after an illness of several months. He was bedfast one week. He is survived by his widow, Sarah (nee Fegley) and the following children: Henry, Chester county; John, Fredericksville; Mrs. Ida Black and Mrs. Jennie Hassler, both of Reading; Mrs. Vesta Conrad, of Pottstown; Mrs. Frank Schankweiler, near Alburtis, and Millie Reese, Hancock. These sisters survive: Mrs. Michael Gery, Hereford; Sabina Boder, East Texas; Annie Reese, Macungie, and Mary Bittenbender. The funeral will take place today at 9:30. Interment at Mertztown. Rev. Bernd, of Kutztown, will officiate. Undertaker Jacob Schofer, of Topton, is in charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 17, 1918, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reese, John A.

John A. Reese, 79, died Saturday at his home in Longswamp Township, Alburtis R. 1. A native of the township, he was a son of the late Charles and Sarah (Fegely) Reese. He was a retired state highway employee. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Sarah A. (Moyer) Reese; four daughters: Stella, wife of Amandus Miller, Fleetwood R. 3; Eva, wife of Harvey Moyer, Center Valley R. 1; Mae, wife of Charles Hilbert, Mertztown R. 1; and Gladys, wife of William Wetzel, Jr., Alburtis R. 1; a son, Carl, Alburtis R. 1; 17 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Services will be held 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Calling hours are 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 14, 1965, page B-12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reese, Jonathan

Reese, Mary L. (nee Rohrbach)

Mrs. Mary L. (Rohrbach) Reese, 80, of Pennsburg, died yesterday at the Colonial Convalescent Home, Quakertown. She was the widow of William Henry Reese. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, a daughter of the late Henry and Hannah (Butz) Rohrbach, she was a member of Longswamp Evangelical and Reformed Church. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Elda Biggs, Pennsburg; Florence, wife of Victor Kroninger, Pennsburg; Peal , wife of Ernest Wayne, West Chester; and Jane, wife of Lieper Green, West Chester; and three sons, Warren, of Lydell; Clyde of Exton; and Murvin of Grove, all in Chester County. Seventeen grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren survive as well as a sister, Mrs. Ida Wiley, Eagle, Chester County, and a brother, William Rohrbach, Alburtis R.D. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Hoffman Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 2, 1956, page 40. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reese, Sarah (nee Fegely)

Sarah, nee Fegely, widow of Charles H. Reese, died Tuesday, December 24, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Shankweiler, aged 88 years, 4 months and 2 days. Her husband preceded her in death 16 years ago. Mrs. Reese was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Henry and Lucetta Fegely. Surviving are two sons and three daughters: John, of Longswamp, and Henry, Lancaster; Mrs. Frank Shankweiler, near Alburtis; Mrs. Jennie Hassler, Reading; Mrs. Norman Urquhart, Columbia, S.C.; 23 grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Saturday afternoon from the home of the daughter, near Alburtis. All services at the house. Interment in St. Paul's cemetery, Mertztown. Rev. W. S. Dry will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 26, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reese, William John

William John Reese, of Longswamp township, died in the Allentown hospital yesterday after a short illness at the age of 34 years. An employe of the Atlas Mineral Co. of Mertztown, he was active in the Topton Fire Co. and the Mertztown Rod and Gun Club. He was a member of the Lutheran branch of the Longswamp church. He was survived by his wife Sadie, nee Yoder, one daughter, Alberta, at home; his parents, John and Sarah, nee Moyer, Reese, of Henningsville; one brother, Carl, Henningsville, and four sisters, Gladys, Henningsville, Mrs. Amandus Miller, Boyertown, Mrs. Harvey Moyer, Lenhartsville, and Mae Reese, Temple. Private funeral services will be held at his late home in Longswamp township on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. followed by public services at the Longswamp church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Dr. Clarence Keiser and Rev. Lee Lengle will officiate at the services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 4, 1944, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reeser, Edgar Frederick

Reeser -- In this city, on the 23rd, Edgar Frederick, son of Charles A and Ida Reeser aged 11 weeks. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the parents' residence 723 Schuylkill Ave. on Saturday at 1 o'clock p.m. Services and Interment at Kissinger's Church.

Reeser, Elmer W.

Reeser, Hannah

Hannah Reeser died at her home in Breinigsville at 3 o'clock Saturday afternoon after suffering seven weeks from a stroke of apoplexy. Aged 68 years, 11 months and 2 days. She is survived by one daughter, Katie, at home, and these brothers, Joel, with whom she resided; Levi of Shamrock, and a sister, Lydia, of Reading. Burial at Maxatawny church. Rev. Smith officiating. Time of funeral to be announced later.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 19, 1910, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reeser, Mary

In this city on the 2nd Mary M Reeser aged 66 years 7 months and 10 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice from her residence 1133 North 11th St. on Monday evening at 8 o'clock Leave Tuesday morning at 8 o'clock for Becker's St. Peter's Church. Where further services will be held and internment made.

Reeser, Mildred C. (nee Wolfe)

Mildred C. Reeser, 86, formerly of Reading, died June 25 at 1:45 p.m. in the Lutheran Home at Topton, where she had been a resident since March 2001. She was the wife of the Rev. Clarence D. Reeser. Born in Mohnton, she was a daughter of the late William B. and Carrie M. (Rentz) Wolfe. Reeser had been employed for 17 years as a secretary by Wyomissing Glaze Paper Co., West Reading, retiring in 1960. She was a member of Reformation Lutheran Church, Reiffton. Reeser is also survived by a foster daughter, Faye Bognar, Deal, N.J. There are also three foster grandsons. Graveside services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Mohnsville Cemetery, Mohnton. Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mt. Penn, is in charge of arrangements.

Regar, David B.

David B. Regar died of lung affection at 1:50 a.m. today, aged 37 years, 9 months and 16 days, at his residence, 205 South 9th. Deceased was ailing since last August, and confined to his room four weeks. He was the son of Elizabeth and the late Solomon Regar, and was born in Adamstown. He attended the schools of this city and graduated from the high school in the class of 1880. Prior to his illness he was employed as a clerk at Obold's hardware store. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Fraternity Castle, No. 202, Knights of the Gilded Eagle; Reading Council No. 46, ?? O.U.A.M., and the Royal Arcanum and leaves a large circle of friends. Besides his widow, Lillian (nee Drexell), these children survive: James H., Marion L. and Solomon C. Regar, of this city, besides these brothers and sisters: George, Henry, Thomas and Lemon Regar, Mrs. Marcks, all of Reading, and Mrs. S. Ray of New York.

Regar, Elizabeth

Elizabeth, widow of Solomon Regar, died of typhoid fever, aged 77 years, 11 months and 17 days, at her residence, 32 South 8th at 9:50 p.m., Sunday. She was ill 10 days. Mr. Regar passed away in'77. Mrs. Regar was a native of Reamstown, and lived in this city 37 years. These children survive: Henry, George, John, Mrs. William Marks, Mrs. William S. Wray and Thomas, all of Reading, besides a brother Esaias Billingfelt, of Adamstown.

Regar, Martin L.

Martin L., son of Elizabeth and the late Solomon Regar, 32 South 8th, died at Thurlow, Chester county, of appendicitis, aged 30 years. Deceased was born in this city, and educated in the public schools, after which he left for Thurlow, where he secured a position as clerk in a brewery. He was a member of the Evangelical Church. Besides his mother, the following brothers and sisters remain: Henry B., John L., George B., Thomas A., David B. and Mrs. Marks, all of this city, and Mrs. William Ray, of New York. The body will be brought to his mother's residence, 32 South 8th, by Undertaker Hiram L. Henninger

Regar, Solomon

Regar -- the 27th inst., in this city, Solomon Regar, Sen., aged 58 years, 7 months and 22 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral from his late residence, No. 32 South Eighth street, on Wednesday, Aug. 1st at 12 o'clock noon. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Dearest father and husband thou hast left us,
Here thy loss we deeply feel;
But 'tis God who has bereft us'
He can all our sorrows heal.
Oh, life will be so dark without
The sunshine of thy face
Thou hast left us and we miss thee,
Sadly miss thee, father and husband dear.
Day after day we saw him fade,
And gently pine away;
Yet often in our hearts we prayed
That he might with us longer stay.

Regar, Solomon C.

Solomon C. Regar Dies in Hospital; Solomon C. Regar, 66, of 1123 Buttonwood St., died last night in St. Joseph's Hospital where he had been admitted yesterday morning. Born in Reading, the son of David and Lillian (Trexel) Regar, he had been employed as an elevator operator by The Reading Eagle Co. for the last 11 years. Regar was a member of St' John's Lutheran Church, the Reading Consistory, Raja Temple, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, and Lodge 62, F&AM, and the Arab Patrol. He is survived by his widow, Mary A. (Lochelfeld) Regar; a daughter, Mrs. Dorothy R. Dallesandro, at home, a brother, Jay H. Regar, West Reading; a sister Marian, wife of William Hughs, Reading, and two grandchildren, and four nephews. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Miller Funeral home, the Rev. Gunther Stippich officiating. Burial will be made in Forest Hills Memorial Park.

Rehr, Mrs. Lambert A.

The funeral of Mrs. Lambert A. Rehr, which took place from her residence, 117 North Eighth street, was largely attended. The remains were attired in a black silk dress and lay in a solid mahogany copper-lined casket with extension bar handles and antique silver trimmings. A solemn high mass of requiem was sung at 10 a.m. in St. Paul's Catholic Church, by Rev. Father Daniels. The bearers were George H. Felix, Fred Stephan, sr., J. Michael Hartline, D.F. Printz, J. Albert Klemmer, Frank J. Loeper, Edward C. Ganster and J.G. Speidel. The tributes were numerous and pretty. Interment was made in Gethsemane Cemetery. Undertaker Dougherty had charge.

Reich, Catharine

Died at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob F. Reich. 1019 North Ninth, of convulsions Friday afternoon, aged two years.

Reich, Catharine

Member of Spies Church Dies

Mrs. Catharine Reich, whose death occurred at the residence of her son, Edward W. Reich, 1027 North Ninth street, was a native of Maidencreek township. She was in her 81st year and the widow of Jacob Reich, who preceded her in death 20 years. She was a member of Spies Church.

Reich, Catharine

The following were the tributes at the funeral of Catharine, widow of Jacob Reich, late of 1027 North Ninth street:

Basket of mixed flowers, Son Edward and wife; carnations, Grandson Theodore and Jennie; wreath, Granddaughter Regina and husband; hand bouquet, Greatgrandson Edwin; carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Frederick and family; lilies, Mr. and Mrs. M. Himmelmann and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bentz; carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Rader; carnations, Levan's Meat Market; wreath, Mr. and Mrs. Irwin Keiser; narcissus, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Stout; mixed flowers, Nieces Salzman, Schlegel and Sweitzer; carnations, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Schuler; carnations, Mr. and Mrs. John Schaeffer and family; mixed flowers, Mr. and Mrs. George Henning and family

The bearers were Theodore Reich, Claude Reich, Harry Reich, Edwin Himmelmann, George Reich, and John Reich. Funeral Director Seidel had charge.

Reich, Harry

REICH � In this city, on the 29th inst., HARRY REICH, aged 40 years, 1 month and 28 days. Relatives and friends, also Marion Fire Co., No. 10; Loyal Order of Moose FO..E., and Bartenders' Union , are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 1019 N 9th street, on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Aulenbach's cemetery.

Reich, Harry

Marion Firemen as Escort. At Funeral of Harry Reich

Members of the Marion Fire Co. with the Winona Band acted as an honorary escort at the funeral of Harry Reich, which took place from his residence, 1019 North Ninth street. Delegations from Reading Lodge, No. 155 L.O.O.M.; Reading Aerie, No. 66, F.O.E., and the Bartenders' Union were in attendance.

The honorary bearers were chosen from among the members of the Marion Fire Co. Services were conducted at the house by Rev. Dr. E.S. Brownmiller. There were numerous beautiful tributes. The remains were attired in a black suit and rested in a square-cornered, quartered oak couch casket with silver extension handles, silver trimmings and plate with name and age inscribed. Interment was made in Aulenbach's cemetery. Undertaker Seidel had charge.

Reichard, Birdie M. (nee Reinhart)

Mrs. Birdie M. Reichard, 83, of 45 N. 2nd St., Emmaus, died yesterday morning in Allentown. A retired silk weaver, she was last employed by the J. H. Frederick Silk Mills, Emmaus. Born in Longswamp, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Lester and Elizabeth (Fegley) Reinhart. She was the widow of William Reichard. Surviving are a daughter, Virgie, wife of Frank B. Schaffer of Emmaus; a grandson and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 2, 1962, page 32. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichard, Edward D.

Mr. Edward D. Reichard, a son of Mr. Jonathan Reichard of this city, died at his home in Reading on Friday of last week, of consumption. He left a wife and four children.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 14, 1880, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichard, Gertrude Lucy (nee Warmkessel)

Mrs. Gertrude Lucy, wife of Clarence S. Reichard, passed away on Saturday night at 11.30 o'clock at her home, 620 Chester street, after an illness of the past five weeks from complications, aged 26 years. Mrs. Reichard was born at Topton and was a daughter of Herbert S. and Isabel Warmkessel. Since their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Reichard have resided in this city. There survive her husband, one daughter, Gladys Irene, her parents, two brothers, Leroy and Raymond and one sister, Mrs. Mabel Kemp, of this city. Mrs. Reichard was a devout member of Zion New Reformed church and leaves many friends who with the immediate members of her family sincerely mourn her passing. The funeral will be held from the Reichard home on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, daylight saving time. Short services will be held at the house, Rev. David G. Wiegner, pastor of Zion New Reformed church, officiating. Regular services will be held in the church. Interment will be made in St. Mark's cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 18, 1928, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichard, Mantana (nee Herbein)

Mantana (Herbein), widow of Jerome Reichard, died on Thursday at her home in Harlem, Hereford township, aged 67 years. She was ill with heart disease the past two weeks. She was a daughter of the late James and Hettie (Oswald) Herbein. Her husband died 14 years ago. Surviving are these children: Stella, wife of Edwin Richard, Fleetwood; Eva, wife of Herman Narvel, Pottstown, and Maggie, wife of Walter Schmoyer, Allentown; two brothers and one sister, Solomon, Edwin and Katie Herbein, Reading. The funeral will be held on Tuesday at 1.30 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 6, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichard, Maria (nee Keiser)

Death last evening at 7:10 o'clock called Maria, nee Keiser, widow of William Reichard, the end coming at her home, 1031 Chestnut street, following an illness of six months of a complication of ailments. Mrs. Reichard was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of Nathan and Catherine, nee Shipe, Keiser. For upwards of forty years she had resided in this city, loved and esteemed by her neighbors and many friends and news of her death will be received with sincere regret by all who knew her. She was a lifelong and faithful member of the Longswamp Reformed church. She leaves to mourn her passing an adopted son, John Diefenderfer, at home, together with a sister, Mrs. Daniel Stein, this city, and two brothers, James Tice, Topton, and John Tice, this city. The funeral will be held from her late home on Saturday at 1:30 p.m., with brief services at the house and further services in the Longswamp church at 2:30 o'clock, Rev. William Meckstroth officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 29, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichard, William H.

William H. Reichard, the liveryman, died at 5.30 o'clock Wednesday morning, of pneumonia, at his home, No. 1001 Chestnut street, his age being 65 years, 8 months and 21 days. He had been ill since Saturday. Mr. Reichard formerly conducted the livery business at Eleventh and Chestnut streets. He was the son of Harry and Rebecca, nee Weidner, Reichard, and was born in Oley, Berks county, September 2, 1851. He is survived by his wife, Maria, nee Keyser, an adopted son, Nevin Diefenderfer; one sister, Mrs. Benneville Stoudt, Emaus, and three brothers, Benjamin, James and Joseph, of Pikeville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 24, 1917, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichardt, Margaret I.

Margaret I. Reichardt, 52, died of natural causes July 17 at 11:30 a.m. in her residence at North Fourth Street, Hamburg.

Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of Margaret M. (Iaeger) Hummel, Reading, and the late Thomas E. Hummel.

Reichardt was employed as a licensed practical nurse by St. Joseph Hospital in 1979, and later at the hospital as a critical care registered nurse, last working July 9.

A re-enactor of the Civil War, she was a charter member of the 88th Pennsylvania Volunteers Association and a founding member and corresponding secretary of the Second Pennsylvania Reserves.

She was a member of the Reading Liederkranz Singing Society and the GTV Edelweiss Dance Group.

Reichardt was a past president of the women's auxiliary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, Reading.

She was a 1968 graduate of Reading High School and attended Berks County Vocational-Technical School where she became a licensed practical nurse. She received an associate degree in nursing from Alvernia College in 1986.

Reichardt, who resided with Paul M. Foust, is also survived by three brothers: Thomas P., Patrick J. and Michael J. Hummel, all of Reading.

Other survivors include three sisters: Gail C. (Hummel) Savage, Bethel; Kathleen J. Hummel, Shillington; and Anne E. (Hummel) Wagner, Leesport.

Services will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg.

Reichel, Adriana

Mrs. Adriana Reichel, widow of Charles Reichel, died on Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jacob Bechtel, at Reading. She was 74 years and 26 days of age. During the summer months, Mrs. Reichel visited her children and three weeks ago, left this city to stay for a time with her daughter in Reading. A week ago she was taken ill and sank gradually to her death. Her husband died in this city in 1887. The following children survive: Mrs. Amelia Bankhart, Bethlehem; Mrs. Jacob Bechtel, Reading; Mrs. George Roth, Mrs. Solomon Butz, Edward and Louis Reichel, of this city. The remains will be brought here for burial.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 26, 1908, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichenbach, Mrs. Charles

The wife of Charles Reichenbach, of near town, died of dropsy at the age of 55 years. She is survived by her husband and one son, Curtland. She was buried on Tuesday in the Longswamp cemetery.

[Source: Alburtis News, Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 12, 1909, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichenderfer, Abigail R.

Abigail R. Reichenderfer, widow of Benjamin Reichenderfer, died at the residence of her son-in-law, Albert Isamoyer, Oreville, on Saturday of apoplexy, aged 79 years, 9 months and 18 days. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Annie Isamoyer; a step-daughter, Mrs. Levina Sittler, Reading; a step-son, Preston, of Spring Creek. Thirteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren, also survive. Funeral on Wednesday at 9.30 a.m. at the home of her son-in-law, Albert Isamoyer, Oreville, followed by services in the Mertztown church. interment in the cemetery adjoining.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 25, 1921, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichenderfer, Abigail R.

Abigail R. Reichenderfer, widow of Benjamin Reichenderfer, died at the residence of her son-in-law, Albert Isamoyer, Oreville, on Saturday of apoplexy, aged 79 years, 9 months and 18 days. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Annie Isamoyer, a step-daughter, Mrs. Lovina Sitler, Reading; a step-son, Preston, of Spring Creek. Thirteen grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral on Wednesday at 9.30 a.m. at the home of her son-in-law, Albert Isamoyer, Oreville, followed by services at the Mertztown church. Interment in the cemetery adjoining.

Note: Tombstone in Mertztown cemetery is engraved as Abbie Reichelderfer nee Lick.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 24, 1921, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichert, Adam Morris

Adam Morris Reichert of Mertztown R.D., for many years a moulder for the Topton Foundry Co., died Sunday night at the Berks Sanatorium in Berks township, where he had been a patient for a short time. He was 55 years old. Born in Pike township, Berks county, he was a son of the late William and Leah, nee Folk, Reichert. Surviving are his wife, Annie, nee Christman, Reichert; one daughter, Mrs. Ernest Helbert, at home; a foster daughter, Mrs. Loren Kerchner of Topton; three grandchildren; and these brothers and sister: Preston, Reading; Edwin, Fleetwood; Harvey, Pikeville; William, Fredericksville; and Mrs. Howard Cleaver, Manatawny. Funeral services will be held at the DeLong funeral home, 107 S. Home St., TOpton, Saturday at 1:30 p.m.,daylight saving time. Interment will be in Hope cemetery, Kutztown. Friends may call Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 2, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichert, Bertha M.

Services will be held June 20, 10 a.m., in the Christian Congregational Church, Mertztown, for Bertha M. Reichert, of Schantz Road, Breinigsville, who died June 16 in Lehigh Valley Hospital.
Burial will be in Hill Church Cemetery, Pike Township.
She was predeceased by her husband, Floyd H. Reichert, who died in 1998.
Born in Pike Township, she was a daughter of the late Greeley F. and Katie (Meck) Rohrbach.
Until retiring, she and her husband were the owners/operators of a farm in Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County. She was later employed by Grims Greenhouse and Farm Market Inc., Breinigsville.
Reichert was the first female bus driver in the Parkland School District, working eight years.
She was a former officer of the Trexlertown Grange.
Reichert was a member and former deacon of the Christian Congregational Church, Mertztown.
Surviving are a daughter, Naomi R. (Reichert) Grim, Breinigsville, and two grandchildren.
The Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville, is in charge of arrangements.

Reichert, Bertha M.

Services were held for Bertha M. Reichert, 85, of Schantz Road, Breinigsville, Lehigh County, who died June 16 in Lehigh Valley Hospital.
Her husband, Floyd H. Reichert, died in 1998.
Born in Pike Township, she and her husband were the owners-operators of a farm in Upper Macungie Township, Lehigh County, until her retirement.
Later she assisted her daughter and son-in-law in their business, Grims Greenhouse and Farm Market Inc., Breinigsville
She was the first female bus driver in the Parkland School District, working eight years.
Reichert was a former officer of the Trexlertown Grange and a member and former deacon of the Christian Congregation Church, Mertztown.
Surviving is a daughter, Naomi R. (Reichert) Grim, Breinigsville; and two grandchildren.
Burial was in Hill Church Cemetery, Pike Township.
The Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville, was in charge of the arrangements.

Reichert, Elizabeth (nee Walb)

Elizabeth, nee Walb, widow of Aaron Reichert, died on Sunday at 6 p.m., aged 84 years, 4 months and 7 days. She was a daughter of the late Reuben Walb and wife, Polly, nee Beiber. Her husband, a Civil War veteran, died about six years ago. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Alvin Delong and Mrs. Oscar Schaeffer, both of Maxatawny; a sister, Mrs. Fiana Hood, of Huntingdon, Pa., and two brothers, Reuben, of Kansas, and Thomas, of Indiana, also eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held from the residence of her son-in-law, Alvin DeLong, near Maxatawny church, on Thursday at 2 p.m. All services will be conducted at the house, Rev. W. S. Dry officiating. Interment will be made in the Mertztown cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 6, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichert, Emma R.

Services will be held May 8, 11 a.m., in St. John's (Hill) Church, Pike Township, for Emma R. Reichert, of Sycamore Lane, Maidencreek Township, who died May 4 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient six weeks.
Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
She was predeceased by her husband, Melvin N. Reichert, who died in 1990.
Born in Washington Township, she was a daughter of the late Elmer and Ida M. (Reidenauer) Conrad.
Until retiring in 1975, she and her husband owned and operated the Melvin N. Reichert Butcher Shop, Bechtelsville, for 33 years.
She was a live member of the Woodmen of the World Society.
Reichert was a member of St. John's (Hill) United Church of Christ, Pike Township, where she was a former Sunday school teacher.
Surviving are a brother, Elmer R. Conrad, Greshville; a sister, Elsie R. (Conrad) Nuss; and a great-nephew, Steven Rothenberger Jr., with whom she resided.
The Gallman-Sonoski Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Reichert, Emma R.

Services will be Thursday for Emma R. (Conrad) Reichert, 84, widow of Melvin N. Reichert of Blandon, who died May 4 in the Reading Hospital and Medical Center in West Reading.
She was born in Washington Township.
For 33 years, Reichert and her husband, Melvin N. Reichert, owned and operated the former Melvin N. Reichert Butcher Shop in Bechtelsville, retiring in 1975.
She was a member of St. John's Hill United Church of Christ in Pike Township, where she was a life member of the women's guild and the prayer group. She also taught Sunday school.
Reichert was a life member of the Woodmen of the World Society.
She is survived by a brother, Elmer R. Conrad of Greshville; a sister, Elsie R. Conrad Nuss of Bechtelsville; and a great-nephew, Steven Rothenberger Jr., with whom she resided.
Friends may call from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday at the church. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m.
Burial will be in the church cemetery.
The arrangements were handled by the Gallman-Sonoski Funeral Home, Temple.

Reichert, Daughter of Frederick

The 5 year-old daughter of Frederick Reichert, 134 Washington street, was lost on Penn street, about 8 o'clock, last evening, and about an hour thereafter she was found by a police officer, who took her to the city hall, where she was recovered by her parents at 10 'o'clock.

[Submitter's note: Although this "obit" doesn't say she died, it appears between two other obits under a major heading of "Obituary."

Reichert, Helen M.

Services were held in St. Joseph's (Hill) Church, Pike Township, for Helen M. Reichert, formerly of Landis Store, who died April 9 in the Henry Health Care Center at the Lutheran Home at Topton, where she had resided since March 7, 1996. Burial was in the adjoining cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl H. Reichert, who died Jan. 9, 1991. Born in Hereford Township, she was a daughter of the late Franklin and Emma (Albitz) Mest. She and her husband were the owners/operators of the M.M. Reichert Hotel and General Store at Landis Store from 1925 to 1950. Reichert was a member of St. Joseph's (Hill) Lutheran Church, Pike Township. Surviving are two sons, Ernest A. Reichert, Alburtis, and Charles F. Reichert, Boyertown. There are also four grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and two great-great-granddaughters.

Reichert, Ida Lenora

Reichert -- In Maidencreek, August 31st, Ida Lenora, daughter of John and Sarah Tamson Reichert, aged 2 years and 9 days.

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

Reichert, Jerome

Jerome Reichert, a well-known blacksmith of Harlem, passed away on Wednesday evening of complication of diseases, aged 60 years, 10 months and 25 days. There survive his widow, and the following children, Mrs. Stella, wife of Edwin Reichert, Reading; Mrs. Eva, widow of Howard Drumheller, of Pottstown, and Maggie, wife of Walter Schmoyer, of Hardner's Station. The funeral will take place on Wednesday, afternoon at 2 o'clock, from his late home. Interment in cemetery adjoining Huff's church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 29, 1920, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reichert, Sarah A. (nee Weller)

Mrs. Sarah A. Reichert, widow of Joseph Reichert, died suddenly yesterday at the residence of her son, Edwin W. Kemp, Landis Store, following an attack of apoplexy. She was 77 years, 1 month and 17 days of age. Mrs. Reichert was a daughter of the late Peter J. and Elizabeth, nee Kemp, Weller. She is survived by one son, Edwin W. Kemp, with whom she resided, and a sister, Katie Weller, of Landis Store. The funeral will be held on Friday afternoon at 1 o'clock at the Kemp residence with further services in Huff's Church and burial in the cemetery adjoining the church. Rev. J. M. Blatt will officiate.

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

Reichert, William

William Reichert of Alburtis R. 1 died yesterday at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Guinther of Mertztown R. 1. He was 83. He was a retired molder for the Caloric Appliance Co., Topton. Born in Pike Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late William and Leah (Folk) Reichert. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Bowers. Surviving are his widow, the former Alice S. Oswald; two sons, William Jr., of Barto R. 1, and Wayne, of Fleetwood R. 1; five daughters, Mrs. Edna Kocher of Fleetwood R. 1; Mabel, wife of Morris Kline, of Mertztown R. 1; Eva, wife of John Miller of Macungie R. 1; Verna, wife of Kenneth Davis of Camden, Ark., and Erma, wife of Wayne Guinther of Mertztown R. 1; a brother Preston of Reading; a sister, Mrs. Kate Cleaver of Manatawny; 22 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday in the Trinity Lutheran Church, Bowers. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 31, 1964, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reidenauer, Andora C. (nee Angstadt)

Mrs. Andora C. Reidenauer, the only member of her family to survive one of Allentown's worst fires 40 years ago, died at 11 a.m. yesterday in the Allentown hospital where she was a patient for two months. She lived at 144 S. Penn St. It was on Feb. 11, 1907, when Mrs. Reidenauer, her husband, Edwin, and their four children were preparing Fastnacht doughnuts in their home at 727 Chestnut St. The fat caught fire. In the resulting spectacular blaze, only Mrs. Reidenauer escaped. The children and their father were burned to death or died of suffocation. In the burned ruins, the father was found on his knees in a position of trying to shield the bodies of two children. Three months after the fatal fire, Mrs. Reidenauer gave birth to twin daughters, one of whom, Edna, died in infancy. The other, Edla, wife of Arthur Heisey, survives, as do two grandchildren and a great-grandson. Mrs. Reidenauer, born in Topton, a daughter of the late William and Catherine Angstadt, lived in Allentown for 50 years. She was a member of the local Salvation Army corps. Services will be held at 1:30 pm. Wednesday at the J. S. Burkholder funeral home, 1601 Hamilton St. Burial will be in Highland Park cemetery. Calling hours 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 14, 1947, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reidenauer, Mrs. Daniel (nee Lewars)

Mrs. Daniel Reidenauer (nee Lewars) of Lenhartsville died at her home on Saturday morning at 3 o'clock from complications, aged 68 years, 10 months and 25 days, after an illness of four months. There survive the husband, the mother, Mrs. William Lewars, the following children: Mrs. Charles Daniels, Rosedale; Mrs. Harry Kohler, Kutztown; Mrs. John Wilhelm, Hamburg; Mrs. Elwood Raush, Hamburg; Francis, of Hamburg; George, New Tripoli; Harry, Lenhartsville; and Edward and Robert, at home; and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Charles Lewars, Mrs. Howard Behler, Mrs. Charles Shappell, Mrs. Menton Machner, Wilson Lewars, Edward Lewars and Clayton Lewars. The funeral will be held on Wednesday morning at 9:30 o'clock from the house. Further services and interment at the Lenhartsville church. Rev. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 24, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reidenauer, James H.

James H. Reidenauer of Kutztown R. 2, well known hotel man and farmer, died yesterday afternoon in the Allentown hospital, in his 53rd year. Born in Greenwich township, he was the son of the late John D. and Sarah, nee Klein, Reidenauer. For many years he conducted hotels in Krumsville, Eagle Point, Grimsville and the Three-mile House near Kutztown. For the past ten or 12 years he had been a farmer. He was a member of the Junior Mechanics of Kutztown. Surviving are his wife, Eva, nee Stump, Reidenauer, and the following children: Mrs. Paul Day, at home; Paul Reidenauer, Kutztown R. 1; Lloyd and Mark Reidenauer, Kutztown, and Wayne Reidenauer, at home. One granddaughter, Jeanette Day; two brothers, Eugene, Maxatawny, and George, Cleveland, Ohio, and four sisters, Mrs. Harry Moyer, Mrs. Horace Thomas and Miss Emma Reidenauer, all of Allentown, and Mrs. Norman Hunsicker, Easton, also survive. The funeral will be held at his late residence along Kutztown R. 2, Thursday at 1 p.m. with further services in the Maxatawny church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. S. Dry and Rev. George B. Smith, D.D., will officiate. Friends may call Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, November 1, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reidenauer, Wayne N.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Wayne N. Reidenauer, who died March 2 in his Lincoln Road, Richmond Township residence. Burial was in Zion Maxatawny Union Cemetery. He was the husband of Roxie R. (Mosser) Reidenauer. Born in Greenwich Township, he was a son of the late James H. and Eva S. (Stump) Reidenauer. Until retiring in 1982, he was employed as a safety engineer for the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Allentown, and later worked at Markel Service, Richmond, Va. He was previously the owner and operator of a Mobil gas station in Kutztown for 13 years and was also a real estate agent for M.J. Eckel Real Estate, Reading. After retiring, he operated a craft business from his residence. He was a World War II Army veteran. Reidenauer was a former director of civil defense in Kuztown and organized the Kutztown Auxiliary police during the 1960s. He was a life member of the Kutztown Veterans of Foreign Wars. Reidenauer was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zion's Union Church, Maxatawny. Also surviving is a sister, Anna R. (Reidenauer) Gambler, Maxatawny Township.

Reiff, Garrett

Reidenhauer, Mrs. John

Mrs. John Reidenhauer died at her home in Kutztown on Wednesday of typhoid fever at the age of 52 years. There are nine children surviving, among them Mrs. Charles Brauscher and Mrs. Harry M. Moyer of this city. Brothers and sisters are: Jonathan Kline and William Kline, Fogelsville; Elias Kline, Allentown; Harriet, wife of Allen Eck, Mertztown; Hattie, wife of Wilson Long, Allentown; Lizzie, wife of William Long, Reading, and Amelia, wife of Jeremiah Bennicoff, Kutztown.

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

Reidenhour, Perma L.(nee Kern)

Mrs. Perma L. Reidenhour, 56, of Maxatawny, was dead on arrival at Allentown Hospital at 9:05 a.m. Saturday. She was struck by a hit-run driver while crossing Route 222 in front of her home 35 minutes earlier. Coroner Robert C. Weir of Lehigh County said an autopsy will be performed today to determine the cause of her death. State police at Reading are still seeking the driver of the car that failed to stop after striking the woman. It is described as a 1963-64 Oldsmobile, bearing a Pennsylvania license plate. Four of the six digits on the plate are 2376, police said. The beige car also had a sideview mirrors missing from the left side, troopers said. ... Mrs. Reidenhour, wife of John R. Reidenhour, was an employee of the Saucony Shoe Manufacturing Co., Kutztown. She was born in Longswamp Township, a daughter of the late James and Katie M. (Rohrbach) Kern. Surviving with her husband are a son, John P., of Warminster, Bucks county; five sisters, Mamie, wife of Wayne Hass, and Mrs. Verdie Kunkle, both of Maxatawny; Pauline, wife of Charles Musser, of Lyons Station; Lillian, wife of Woodrow Bauer, and Sadie, wife of Leonard Baus, both of Alburtis, and two brothers, Wilbur A. Bucks of Sassamansville, and Ernest A. Kern of Kutztown. Services will be at 2 pm. Wednesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton, with calling hours 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 18, 1968, pages 5 and 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reidenhour, Raymond

Services were held in the Luther Meadow Social Hall at the Lutheran Home at Topton, for Raymond P. Reidenhour, of Luther Meadows, Topton, who died Feb. 19 in St. Luke's Hospital Allentown Campus. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Dryville. He was predeceased by his wife, Catherine K. (Kleppinger) Reidenhour. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Eugene and Rosie (Derr) Reidenhour. Until retiring in 1978, he was employed by Unicast Foundry, Boyertown. He was a life member of the Macungie Fire Company. Surviving are two sons, Stanley C. Reidenhour, Macungie, and Richard D. Reidenhour, Emmaus, and a daughter, Mildred M. (Reidenhour) Marsch, Emmaus. There are also five grandsons and two great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two brothers, George Reidenhour and Walter Reidenhour, both of Kutztown.

Reider, Betty Lou

Betty Lou Reider, 71, died of natural causes July 21 in her Fleetwood residence. She was the wife of Harold R. Reider. Born in Alsace Township, she was a daughter of the late Wayne N. Lorah and Mildred A. (Himmelreich) Brumbach. Reider had been employed for 25 years by Lucent Technologies Inc., formerly AT&T and Western Electric Co., Muhlenberg Township, retiring in 1989. She is also survived by a daughter, Glenda L. (Reider) Phillips, Fleetwood. Other survivors include a sister, Marion (Lorah) Zweizig, Reading, and one granddaughter. Memorial services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in Zion (Spies) Church, Alsace Township. Burial will be private. Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, is in charge of arrangements.

Reider, Clara C.

Clara C., wife of Edwin Reider, of Alburtis, died Monday evening of heart failure, aged 46 years. There survive the husband, a son, Robert Schmick, from a former marriage; her mother, Mrs. James Fegley, of Emaus, and these brothers and sisters: Wilson Fegley, of Mertztown; Martin, of Lebanon; James, of West Coplay; Mrs. Sarah Roth, of Emaus; Mrs. Marietta Eck and Mrs. Aquilla DeLong, both of Allentown. The funeral will be held on Monday at 9.30 a.m., with services and burial at Longswamp church. Rev. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 27, 1908, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reider, Curvy M.

After a brief illness with pneumonia, Curvy M., son of Edwin Y. Reider, of Alburtis, died last Wednesday. He brought his age to 18 years, 3 months and 10 days. The young man had been on a visit to relatives at Siesholtzville while feeling unwell and he died there. He was born near Landis Store and for some time past was employed in Schuler's shirt factory. He was well liked and his untimely death is deplored by all who knew him. His mother died a few years ago. His father, two sisters, Mrs. James Kline and Ida, a brother, Wayne, of Alburtis and another brother residing in the West, survive. The funeral was held on Tuesday forenoon. Interment was made at Hill Church. Rev. Mr. Warmkessel, of Reading, was the officiating clergyman and Undertaker Levi Funk, of town, had charge of the remains. The pall-bearers were Harry J. W. Feinour, William Neitz, William Delong, Walter Snyder, Erwin Christman and William Kruse, all companions of the deceased.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, May 17, 1906, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reider, Daniel

Daniel Reider, the oldest coach and carriage builder in Berks county, died of a complication of diseases, aged 69 years, at his residence in Reading. Deceased was a son of the late John and Mary Reider, was born at Kutztown, and at the age of 14 years, went to Allentown, where he learned coach and carriage building, which business he followed all his life. In 1863 he came to Reading and established a business. He leaves his widow, Lovina (nee Diefenderfer), two daughters, Mrs. Mary J. Kelly and Sallie M. Reider, and three grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 12, 1906, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reider, Daniel

Daniel Reider, one of the oldest ciizens in Berks county, died on Wednesday, at Pricetown, aged 96 years, 4 months and 11 days.

Reider, Emma C. (nee Shoemaker)

Mrs. Emma C. Reider, 71, died at midnight Saturday, 15 minutes after she was stricken while watching television in her home, 819 New St., Allentown. Mrs. Reider was the widow of Edwin Y. Reider, who died in 1935. She lived with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Warren F. George, who were with her when she suffered the fatal heart attack. She was born in Longswamp, Berks County, a daughter of the late William and Mary (Fetzer) Shoemaker. She lived in Allentown 47 years. She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, the Home Department of the Sunday School, the Gold Star Mothers, and Camp 40, PO of A, Bechtelsville. Surviving are a son, Frederick H. Reider, Allentown; a daughter, Dorothy B., wife of Warren F. George, Allentown; a stepson, Wayne Reider, Akron, Ohio; a stepdaughter Ida, wife fo Irwin Minner, Alburtis; six grandchildren; two brothers, Harvey Shoemaker, Fleetwood, and Jacob Shoemaker, East Macungie, and four sisters, Mrs. Annie Landis and Mrs. Alice Raybold, both of Reading; Mrs. Rosa DeLong and Mrs. Ida Fegley, both of Allentown. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by four sons, Raymond, Richard, Robert and Ralph, three brothers and one sister. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 11, 1957, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reider, Eva H.

Eva H. Reider, 100, Oley Township, died May 14 in the Reiffton residence of her daughter, Janet L. (Reider) Papilla. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur B. Reider. Born in Oley Township, she was a daughter of the late John and Louise (Haas) Auman. Reider is also survived by two other daughters, Amelia M. (Reider) Care and Ethel J. (Reider) Hohl, both of Birdsboro, and three sons: Leonard E., St. Lawrence; Vernon L., Oley; and Dennis J., Fleetwood. There are also 23 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren, 31 great-great-grandchildren and two great-great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two daughters, Dorothy E. (Reider) Evans and Ruth Reider, and by three sons: Arthur J., Richard J. and Russell E. Services will be Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Friedens United Church of Christ, Oley. Burial will be in Friedens Cemetery, Oley. Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, is in charge of arrangements.

Reider, Mary Rebecca (nee Folk)

Mary Rebecca, widow of George Reider, passed away at her residence near Topton on Sunday morning. Death was due to a stroke, which she suffered about two months ago. She was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Mary (nee Long) Folk. Her husband, a Civil War veteran, passed away eighteen years ago. There survive one daughter, Mrs. Ray Oswald, at home, and three granddaughters. She was a faithful member of the Reformed wing of the New Jerusalem (Berks Co.) church. The funeral will be held from her late residence near Topton on Saturday, Jan. 3rd, at 1.30 p.m. Further services in New Jerusalem church, with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Wolford and Rev. Dr. Geo. B. Smith will officiate. Funeral director Schofer & Son, Topton, have charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 30, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reider, Philip D.

Philip D. Reider died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Chas. H. Nagle, No. 914 Hamilton street, Allentown, on Saturday, after an illness extending over a year from diabetes and apoplexy. He brought his age to 77 years and 16 days. Deceased was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. Fifteen years ago he owned and operated the farm bearing his name, about a mile west of Macungie, now owned by the James Singmaster estate. After that he lived for some time in the upper part of the county and eight months ago he moved to Allentown and resided with Mrs. Nagle who is his only near relative.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, September 21, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reidnauer, Alice (nee Fink)

Alice (Fink) Reidnauer, 65, wife of Benneville C. Reidnauer, of Bechtelsville R.D., died Monday in the Allentown hospital. She was a native of Longswamp, Berks county, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Fink, and was a member of Zionsville Reformed church. Surviving besides her husband are two children, Lillian, wife of August Perry, Palmerton, and Elvin J. Miller, Philadelphia; four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; one sister, Ada, wife of Jack Williams, Bethlehem.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 7, 1948, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reidnauer, Charles

KILLED IN EFFORT TO RECOVER KITE: Youth Climbs Pole and Grasps Line Carrying 32,000 Volts Death Instantaneous Corner Investigates Charles REIDNAUER, aged 18 years a stove molder by occupation and employed at the Colebrookdale Iron Company plant, and son of Mr. and Mrs. Percival REIDNAUER, Engelsville was electrocuted early Sunday evening when he touched the high tension lines running through Englesville, from Boyertown to Ringing Rocks Park sub-station. REIDNAUER, who was in company with a number of other young folks had climbed to the top of the pole to release a kite which several of the boys were flying in the neighborhood. When he reached the cross arm and came in touch with the 32,000 volt wire, he was instantly killed. His body was thrown with great force to the ground. His comrades tried in vain to revive him but life was extinct. Dr. J. S. BORNEMAN was summoned and he in turn notified Coroner NEVILLE, of Montgomery County, who investigated the case late this evening. A certificate of accidental death was issued. He is survived by his parents and a number of brothers and sisters. The accident caused much excitement in the village and his many friends could hardly be convinced that he was dead. Member of Lutheran Church The deceased was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and was confirmed by Rev. A. M. WEBER, with the class of 1920-21. He is survived by his parents Percival and Mary (nee HUBER) REIDNAUER; brothers and sisters: Leon, Clarence, John, Webster all at home; Susan wife of Arthur HARTMAN, and Elsie wife of Paul EISENHART, both of Englesville. One brother, Melvin preceded him in death. Funeral was held from the home of the parents Thursday with all the services at the house by Rev. A.M. WEBER. Interment in the Union Cemetery. Undertaker James J. BROWN had charge. He was warned but continued up the pole. After resting three times during his ascent and when in reach of the cross arm he locked his legs around the pole and reached upward to untie the rat-tail of the kite. At this time, according to Frank BOWER, an eye witness, a sheet of flame shot upwards from his body and his rigid form fell toward the ground, striking a wire fence which acted like a spring and bounced him upward.

[Source: Berks County Democrat, Boyertown, PA, Saturday, September 10, 1921. Submitted by: Betty.]

Reidnauer, Edwin W.

Edwin W. Reidnauer and his four little children, ranging in age from 2 to 8 years, were suffocated and then roasted in the sleeping apartments of their home at No. 2727 Chestnut street last evening, following a fire which originated in the father's bakery at the rear of the home. The fire destructive of five lives is the greatest fatality that has befallen Allentown in nearly the last quarter of a century. The fire originated shortly after 9 o'clock in the small bakery conducted at the rear of the house by the father, a hard-working, industrious German baker. He was preparing a big batch of "Fastnacht" cakes for his trade today. In some manner, known to no one but the dead man himself, the heated lard in which the doughnuts are floated caught fire and in an instant had transformed his little bake shop, directly adjoining the house, in a seething furnace. Rushing into the house, where he knew his wife and their four children were sleeping, he wakened the mother, reclining upon a sofa in the sitting room. As the husband appeared in the doorway, framed in flame, he shouted to his wife, "Run for the firemen. Get help." Without a word, the affrighted woman dashed to the street, loudly screaming for help. Up the rear stairway, followed by the flames, leaped the father, bound for the upstairs rooms where the four little children, their only children, lay sleeping quietly. In the rear room, the two youngest children, Pauline, aged 4, and Arthur, aged 2, were sleeping, the latter in a crib. Struggling through the blinding smoke, which had followed him, he grasped the little girl as he ran through the room and hurried into the front room to waken the two boys. Carrying the tot in his right arm, he must have succeeded in waking the boys, but before the party could reach the windows, they sank from exhaustion and suffocation to the floor, the father falling to a seated position against the side of the bed, the boys reclining upon the floor. With his arm still crooked, but the little body of Pauline fallen from it, the quartet of victims was found shortly before eleven o'clock, within a yard of fresh air and safety. The body of Arthur, the little boy, was not found until 11.30, when in searching the debris of the rear room of the first floor, the body of the child, encircled by the mattresses on which it was sleeping, was found buried beneath a lot of furniture, all having crashed through from the second floor when ceilings and flooring collapsed. Up to the time of the discovery of the bodies, the greatest uncertainty prevailed in the minds of the firemen as to the whereabouts of the father and the children. Only the agonized mother who, hatless and cloakless, rushed around among the fireman, and William Christman, who sent in the alarm and was first at the scene of the fire, felt certain of the fate of the five. ... Edwin W. Reidnauer, the dead man, was 29 years of age and was a son of John and Sallie Reidnauer who resided near Kutztown, and survive him with his wife Andora and three brothers and sisters: Eugene, residing near Wilkes-Barre; Mrs. Charles Trauger, of this city; Emma, James, Minnie, Ida, Beulah and George, all of near Kutztown. About two years ago, he was confined to the Allentown Hospital for a great length of time, suffering from typhoid fever.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 12, 1907, pages 1 and 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reidnauer, Edwin W.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 31, 1907, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reiff, Horace

Reiff, William A.

A memorial service was held for William A. Reiff, 65, of Plow Road in Robeson, who died July 7 at his home. He was the husband of Eleanor A. (Fitch) Reiff. Born in Oley, he was a son of Mary (Noll) Reiff of Birdsboro and the late Charles Reiff. Reiff was a lineman supervisor for the Schuylkill division of PECO before retiring in 1994. He served in the Marine Corps. He was a member of Alice Focht Memorial United Methodist Church of Birdsboro. Reiff was a member and past president of the Berks County Sportsman's Camp in Birdsboro. Surviving with his mother and widow are two sons, William C. Reiff and Michael C. Reiff, both of Birdsboro; a daughter, Becka A. Graham of Mount Penn; a brother, Timothy C. Reiff of Kalispell, Mont.; two sisters, Judith A. Miller and Laura E. Nissley, both of Birdsboro; and three grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Woodholme Medical Building, Suite 515, 1838 Greene Tree Road, Baltimore, MD 21208. The arrangements were handled by the Dengler Funeral Home, Birdsboro.

Reifinger, Annie S. (nee Stufflet)

Mrs. Annie S. Reifinger, 67, widow of G. W. Reifinger, died yesterday at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Kermit Oswald of Mertztown R. 1. Born in Longswamp township, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Stufflet, and a member of Longswamp Lutheran church. Surviving are the following children: Ervin J., Evansville; Chester G. W., East Greenville; Ralph C. and Lloyd W. H., both of Topton; Arthur I., Kutztown; Pauline, wife of Kermit Oswald; a brother, George Stufflet of Bowers; one sister, Emma Stufflet, Mertztown R. 1; 17 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 2, 1950, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifinger, Daniel

Died. On the 3rd inst., in Longswamp, Daniel Reifinger, aged 62 years, 2 months and 19 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, June 11, 1879, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifinger, Daniel A.

Daniel A. Reifinger, 73, former Harrison Morton School custodian and Reading Railroad Company engineer, died yesterday at his home, 120 1/2 N. 2nd St., Allentown. He was employed by the railroad for 23 years and then went to the school where he stayed 25 years. Before retiring a year ago, he worked for 18 months at Hotel Bethlehem. Born in Longswamp, Berks County, he was a son of the late Henry A. and Rebecca (Oswald) Reifinger. Reifinger was a member of the Longswamp E. R. Church and the Public Schools employees Association. Surviving are his wife, Eva S. (Haas) Reifinger; four sons, George H. and Henry O., Allentown; Charles S. D., Alburtis, and Earl E., Bethlehem; five bothers, Joseph, Alburtis; Richard, Macungie; Oscar, Alburtis R.D.; Ruel, Allentown, and George Weaver, Coatesville; six sisters, Mrs. Kate Heater, Alburtis; Mrs. Mary Miller, Mrs. Hattie Dieter and Mrs. Mabel Dankel, all of Allentown; Beulah, wife of Charles Hartzell, East Texas, and Mrs. Edna Haines, Emmaus, and nine grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six children and one brother.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 16, 1953, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifinger, Henry

Henry Reifinger, Alburtis, father of twenty-one children, twelve of whom are living, died on Wednesday morning at the age of 76 years. He was born in Longswamp township, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Reifinger. For years he was employed in iron ore and clay mines of the vicinity. He was a member of the Longswamp Reformed church. He was married three times, two wives preceding him in death. His first wife was Rosa Moser. One child was born to this union. His second wife was Rebecca Oswald, to which union there was born six children. There were fourteen children by his third marriage to Emma Oswald, who survives, together with the following children: Joseph, Richard, Ruel, and Edna, at home; Mrs. Charles Dankel and Mrs. Wm. Heater, of town; Geo. Reifinger, Coatesville; Daniel, Mrs. Hattie Sieger and Mrs. Harry Miller, Allentown, and Oscar and Mrs. Charles Hartzell, Emaus. He is also survived by 26 grandchildren and six great grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters: Charles Reifinger, Mertztown; Mrs. Joseph Greiss, Macungie, and Mrs. Catherine Greiss, Allentown. The funeral will be held from his late home on Monday at 1:30 p.m. with short services at the house followed by further services at the Longswamp church and interment in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 28, 1925, pages 5, 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifinger, Henry

Following an illness of apoplexy, Henry Reifinger, a well known and esteemed resident of Lockridge, Alburtis, died on Wednesday morning at his home, that place, aged 76 years, 6 months and 18 days. He was born in Longswamp township, a son of the long deceased Samuel Reifinger and his wife Catherine, nee Adolph. He resided for many years at Lockridge, where he was employed as a laborer in the iron ore and clay mines. He was a faithful member of the Longswamp Reformed church. He was married three times, two of his wives preceding him in death. His first wife was Rosa, nee Moser. One child was born to this union. His second wife was Rebecca, nee Oswald, to which union there was born six children. There were fourteen children by his third marriage to Emma, nee Oswald, who survives, together with the following children: Joseph, Richard, Ruel and Edna, at home; Mrs. William Heater and Mrs. Charles Dankel, of Alburtis; George Reifinger Weaver, of Coatesville; Daniel, Mrs. Hattie Sieger and Mrs. Harry Miller, of Allentown; and Oscar and Mrs. Charles Hartzell, of Emaus. He is also survived by 26 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters: Charles Reifinger, of Mertztown R.F.D.; Mrs. Joseph Greiss, of macungie, R.F.D.; and Mrs. Catherine Greiss, of Allentown. The funeral will be held from his late home, Lockridge, alburtis, on Monday at 1:30 p.m. Short services will be held at the house, followed by further services in the Longswamp Reformed church, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating. interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

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

Reifinger, Henry Wilson

Henry Wilson Reifinger, for many years a resident of the Mertztown area, died yesterday morning at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Moyer, Mertztown R. 1. He was 66 years old. Mrs. Moyer was his granddaughter. Born in Berks county, Mr. Reifinger was a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth, nee Bower, Reifinger. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church. For some years before he retired, he was employed at the Topton Foundry. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Paul W. Bond Sr., and a son, Charles S. Reifinger, both of Topton; seven grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, two sisters, Mrs. Raymond Gernert and Mrs. Ruel Reinert, both of Allentown; two brothers, William of Mertztown R.D., and Edwin of Lima, Ohio. His wife, the former Mantana Weiler, preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 3:30 p.m. at the DeLong funeral home, 107 S. Home St., Topton. Interment will be in the Longswamp church cemetery. Rev. Donald Englert will officiate, assisted by Rev. William F. Bond. Friends may call Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 2, 1942, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifinger, James A.

James A. Reifinger, formerly of Long Swamp Twp., Berks county, died at his residence near Bath Wednesday night, aged 61 years, four months and nine days. He was a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth, nee Bauer, Reifinger. His wife, the former Kate, nee Stofflet, Reifinger, preceded him in death. Surviving are two sons, Roland and Curtis, both of Topton; four grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and two sisters and a brother, Mrs. Ruel Reinert and Mrs. Rosa Gernert, both of Allentown, and Edward Reifinger, of Lima, O. Funeral services will be held in the Schofer funeral home, Topton, at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, with Rev. John Herbster of the Long Swamp Reformed church officiating. Burial will be in the Long Swamp cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 20, 1946, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifinger, Janice Jean

Janice Jean Reifinger, infant daughter of Corporal and Mrs. Curtis J. Reifinger of 116 E. Smith St., Topton, died yesterday at the Allentown hospital, where she was born on Feb. 4. She was one of twin daughters born to the Reifingers. Her twin sister preceded her in death on Feb. 12. Surviving are her parents and her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin DeLong of Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 24, 1945, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifinger, Mary L.

Mary L. Reifinger, daughter of Daniel and Eva Reifinger, of No. 766 South Ninth street, died Thursday morning of complications, aged 2 years, 3 months and 17 days. She is survived by the parents and four brothers, George, Henry, Charles and Joseph. Burial will take place on Tuesday at Long Swamp Church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 20, 1919, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifinger, Susan

Mrs. Susan Reifinger, an aged resident of Trexlertown, died Thursday at the Allentown Hospital, of a complication of diseases. She was aged 73 years, 1 month and 11 days. She was admitted to the hospital a week ago. There survives three daughters, two sisters and one brother. She was a member of the Longswamp church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 7, 1922, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifinger, William G.W.

William G. W. Reifinger, 68, of R. 1, Mertztown, died last night at his home. Born in Longswamp township, a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth (Bower) Reifinger, he was a member of Longswamp church's Reformed congregation. He is survived by his wife, the former Annie Stufflet; five sons, Irwin J. of Evansville, Pa.; Chester G. of East Greenville; Ralph C. and Lloyd W. H. of Topton; Arthur I. of Kutztown; two daughters, Pauline, wife of Kermit Oswald of R. 1., Mertztown; Emma Kemp of R. 1, Mertztown; 17 grandchildren; two brothers, James of Northampton; Edwin of Detroit, Mich., and two sisters, Mrs. Rost Gernert and Mrs. Katie Reinert, both of Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 16, 1946, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifschneider, David

In Heidelberg, on the 15th, David Reifschneider, aged 68 years, 3 months and 2 days.

Reifsnyder, Cyrus F.

Reifsnyder--In Fleetwood, on the 13th inst., Cyrus F. Reifsnyder, aged 79 years, 8 months and 9 days. Relatives and friends, Huguenot Lodge No. 377, and F. and A.M., Kutztown, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice from his late residence, Washington Street, Fleetwood, Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 10:30 a.m. All services at the house. Interment in Fleetwood cemetery. Please omit flowers.

Reifsnyder, Elisabeth (nee Spengler)

The Mother of Five Generations. 155 living descendants follow a corpse to the grave. On Thursday the funeral of Mrs. Elisabeth Reifsnyder took place in Lower Heidelberg township from the residence of her son-in-law Mr. Beecher, on the Dry Tavern road, about seven miles from this city. The deceased was in the 93rd year of her age, and left the unusual number of 155 living descendants, extending to the fifth generation, who followed her remains to the grave. The deceased was born on the 3rd of March, 1786, in Heidelberg township, this county. She was the daughter of Christian and Maria Elizabeth Spengler, her mother having been a Lambrecht, or Lambert as the name is now written. She was one of ten children - five brothers and five sisters - of whom two sisters, a Mrs. Seitzinger and a Mrs. Kissinger, aged respectively 91 and 88 years, are living. She was baptized by Rev. William Boas, her sponsors having been Christian and Anna Maria Young, and was confirmed in her youth at Hain's Church by the same pastor. On the 4th of January 1809, she was intermarried with George Reifsnyder, with whom she lived in holy wedlock for a period of fifty years, her husband having died nineteen years ago, on the 24th of May 1860. This union was blessed with eight children - one son and seven daughters - of whom five daughters survive. The other living descendants of the deceased are 45 grandchildren, 102 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren, making a total of 155 living descendants. Three years ago the deceased fractured one of her lower limbs, and the fractured portions of bone never united, so that she was unable to move about. Her last illness was of short duration, having resulted from an attack of summer complaint, which terminated in death on the 17th inst. The funeral services were conducted at Hain's Church, near Wernersville, on Thursday morning, when the occasion was improved by Rev. W. F. P. Davis, of this city, by preaching an impressive and appropriate sermon. Before her death she expressed a desire that the bell on Hain's Church, where she had attended services from childhood, should be tolled after her spirit had left the mortal clay, in accordance with the custom of the country. In order to comply with this dying request the Building Committee in Hain's Church had the bell raised upon the new edifice, in course of construction, and the bell was tolled one stroke for each year of the deceased's age.

Reifsnyder, Ella M. (nee Eck)

Mrs. Ella M. (Eck) Reifsnyder, 75, of Spinnerstown died yesterday morning in Quakertown Community Hospital. She was the widow of Charles E. Reifsnyder, who died in 1965. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Benneville and Annie (Reinert) Eck. She was a former Topton resident. Surviving are a daughter Corrine, wife of Charles Kline, with whom she resided; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Pearl Romig of Shamrock; four brothers, Luther and Mahlon of Allentown, and James and Harry of Shamrock. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Schofer Funeral Home in Topton. Call noon-2 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 2, 1969, page D-6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifsnyder, James A.

Services were held for James A. Reifsnyder, 71, of Oley Turnpike Road, Exeter Township, who died May 1 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient.
He was the husband of Dorothy C. (Metz) Reifsnyder.
Born in Reading, he was last employed as manager of Antietam Walk-In Bingo, St. Lawrence, retiring in 2000.
He was previously owner and operator of Reifsnyder's Pest Control and Reifsnyder's Window Cleaning, Reading.
Reifsnyder is also survived by a son, James A. Jr., Reading; and two daughters, Kathleen A. (Reifsnyder) Marshall, Wyomissing, and Kimberly A. (Reifsnyder) Trusty, Mohnton.
Other survivors include two sisters and four brothers.
There are also eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn handled the arrangements.
Burial was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. [Source: Southern Berks News, May 7, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Reifsnyder, John

Reifsnyder, Mary

Mary, widow of Jacob Reifsnyder, died of old age on Monday afternoon at the residence of her cousin, Mrs. Jacob ?eck ?r. 925 Amity, aged 83 years. Deceased was ailing for many years. Her husband preceded her in death about 13 years, and she was the last member of her family. Deceased was twice married, her first husband, having been William Yeager, who died in 1850. After the death of her 2d husband, she was generally known by the name of Yeager, and had many friends. She never had children and was a member of St. Peter's M.E. Church.

Reifsnyder, Ralph R.

Ralph R. Reifsnyder, expert machinist and inspector of the Aldrich Pump company, died early last evening at the Allentown hospital of pneumonia and complications that developed following an operator for appendicitis. He was 44 years of age. Mr. Reifsnyder had been confined to the hospital since he was stricken three weeks ago. Born in Fleetwood, December 4, 1888, a son of the late Cyrus and Sarah, nee Boyer, Reifsnyder, he had lived in Allentown for the past twenty-one years and had been employed with the Aldrich company for a period of ten years. He was a faithful member of St. James Lutheran church and was affiliated with the Huguenot Lodge, F&AM of Kutztown, and the Lehigh Consistory, of Allentown. Mr. Reifsnyder resided with his family at 938 Liberty street. Besides his widow, Florence, nee Rohrbach, he is survived by four children, Sarah, Anna, William and James, at home; three sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Merkle, Mrs. Sallie Dengler and Mrs. Sue Luckenbill, all of Fleetwood, and four brothers, Joseph, Weadon; Harry, Wyomissing; Robert, Fleetwood, and D. Frank Reifsnyder, Lehighton. Arrangements for the funeral had not been completed last night.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 9, 1933, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reifsnyder, Wellington Adam

In North Heidelberg, Wellington Adam, son of Samuel and Mary Ann (Gicker) Reifsnyder, aged 17 years, 10 months and 2 days.

Reigel, Dorothy Katherine

Stowe Child Drowns in Pond. Pottstown, Aug. 5 (Special). A desire to go wading, as she had seen her brothers and sister do on many occasions, resulted in the drowning of Dorothy Katherine Reigel, two year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Reigel, of Center street, Stowe, in a pond at the Roth brickyard. The tot's lifeless body was found floating on the water by its mother. Wandering from the house while the mother went upstairs to call her husband for work, the child's disappearance was not noticed at once. Returning to the first floor Mrs. Reigel discovered that her baby was not in the house. She immediately began a frenzied search, which led her to the pond at the brickyard. Upon reaching the small body of water she was horrified to see the body of the child floating on the surface. Dashing into the shallow pool the mother grabbed up the child and ran to the house. Dr. John B. Serbon was summoned, but life was extinct. The child was the youngest of six children of George and Katie (Strunk) Reigel, being two years, five months and two days of age. Besides the parents, there survive four brothers: Paul, Herbert, Willis and George, and one sister, Ruth, all at home. The body was removed to the funeral home of Herbert R. Houck, 112 North Washington street. The funeral will be held Tuesday after noon, at 2 o'clock, with al services at the grave at Mohnton, where interment will be made.

Reigel, Jonathan

In Tulpehoccon township, December 20th, Jonathan Reigel, son of John and Cathrine Reigel, aged 58 years, 1 month and 29 days.

Reigel, Katie L.

Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Katie L. Reigel, 90, formerly of Adams Hotel Road, Perry Township, who died Jan. 10 in the Highlands at Wyomissing, where she had resided since 1994. Burial was in St. John's (Gernant's) Cemetery, Ontelaunee Township. Born in Perry Township, she was a daughter of the late Alvin and Annie S. (Hepner) Kaufman. Until retiring in 1969, she was employed as a sewing machine operator by the Robert P. Miller Co., Shoemakersville, and Burkey's Underwear Co., Hamburg. Surviving is a sister, Florence K. (Kaufman) Hottenstein, also of the Highlands.

Reigle, Lillian S.

Services were held for Lillian S. Reigle, 78, of Old Swede Road, Amity Township, who died December 31 in her residence. She was the wife of Wilbert S. Reigle. Born in Shenandoah, Schuylkill County, she was a 1942 graduate of Conyngham High School in Columbia County. She was a member of the Boyertown Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's witnesses. Also surviving are two sons, John S., Douglassville, and Steven C., Bechtelsville. There are also three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Burial was private. The Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Pottstown, handled the arrangements.

Reigner, Bertha E.

Bertha E. Reigner died Saturday morning at her home in Topton, of peritonitis, aged 15 years. She had been ailing for the past five weeks and was confined to her bed the greater part of that time. Deceased was the daughter of Harry S. and the late Sallie C. Reigner, and was born in Williamsport. Until two years ago, she lived with her uncle, John W. Addis, 259 Penn street, Reading. She was a member of the Lutheran Sunday School, of Topton, and the Grace Lutheran Sunday School, of Reading. The remains will be taken to Reading Thursday and will be buried from the residence of her uncle, John W. Addis.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 25, 1906, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reigner, Evelyn M.

Services were held for Evelyn M. (Grabert) Reigner, 88, wife of Russell M. Reigner, of Chestnut Knoll on West Fifth Street, Boyertown, who died March 25. She had been a patient in the Reading Hospital. She was born in Colebrookdale an owned and operated the former Rathskellar Bar in Boyertown, with her husband. Reigner was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Boyertown. Surviving in addition to her husband of 66 years are two sons, Gerald R. Reigner of Gilbertsville and Walter E. Reigner of Greshville; two daughters, Joan M. Marburger, Boyertown and Dolores A. Fizz of Wyomissing; and a half-brother, Charles L. Rhoads of Boyertown. There are also 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the St. John's Church memorial fund, 45 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery in Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the L. W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

Reigner, Mary Ann

In this city, on the 29th inst., Mary Ann, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry B. REIGNER, aged 31 years, 9 months and 6 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from the residence of the parents, 139 Peach St., on Tuesday morning at 10:30 o'clock. Services at the house, interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Reigner, Robert E.

Reigner, Robert E., husband of the lay delegate to Annual Conference from Grace E.C. Church, Kutztown, suddenly departed this life Monday April 2, 1951 at his residence in Kutztown. Mr. Reigner was in the employ of the Reading Co. for a continuous period of 41 years. Evidence of the esteem in which he was held was expressed in floral tributes from his Company employees and from the Business men of Denver, Lancaster Co. where he was the station master for the Reading Co. Mrs. Reigner is the class leader and Supt. of the Primary Dept. of the Sunday School of her church. Until recently she was the President of the W.M.S. in which office she served for a continuous period of 25 years. Mr. Reigner accepted the Lord as his Saviour in his home where a glorious experience was shared by himself and the pastor. Our Brother is survived by his wife, Esther (nee Silsdorf) two children, four sisters, one brother and one grandson. Services were conducted from the funeral home with further services in Grace church where a large gathering of people paid their last repsect to his memory. The gospel which Mrs. Reigner exhorts in the prayer meeting will prove to be the comfort of her heart in this hour of sorrow. __Ralph H. Bornman

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXVII, no. 18, May 1, 1951, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Reilly, Charles W.

Charles W. Reilly, 83, died June 8 at 3:20 a.m. in his residence in Laureldale. His wife, Evelyn R. (Sweitzer) Reilly, died Oct. 8, 1958. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Charles J. and Fannie (Lukens) Reilly. Reilly was employed for 40 years as a painter by the Reading Railroad, retiring in 1981. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Surviving is a son, Randall C., with whom he resided. Other survivors include a sister, Kathleen L. Reilly, Reading. Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in the Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Reading. Burial will be private in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township.

Reimert, Annie M. (nee Johnson)

Death at one o'clock yesterday morning claimed Mrs. Annie M., nee Johnson, Reimert, wife of Frank Reimert, when she died at her home at 461 Main street. She was in her 66th year. Mrs. Reimert was a resident of Kutztown for more than 35 years and was one of that community's highly respected citizens. There survive to mourn her loss only her husband. Funeral services will be held from her late home on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock followed by services in the Gonser Memorial chapel. Interment will be made in Fairview cemetery, Kutztown.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Sunday, May 7, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reimert, Harvey

A five-year-old boy was burned to death and the log cabin home of Nathan Dry, a mile south of Topton, was destroyed Friday morning when fire broke out in the story and a half abode of Dry, his housekeeper, Verda Folk, and the little boy, Harvey Reimert. William Pensinger, a nearby neighbor, saw smoke issuing from the roughly built structure. He hurried to the home and upon forcing a door of an enclosed porch was driven back by flames and smoke. On the porch was a hammock swing and under it Pensinger saw the form of the child, but he was unable to effect a rescue, so dense was the smoke and terrific the heat. Pensinger notified the Topton Fire Company and with fire Chief Elmer High, the firemen hastened to the scene, but they were unable to combat the flames as there was little or no water on the premises. A �booster� stream was used, water being secured from wells in the vicinity, but these proved ineffective. The body of the child was not recovered until the place was burned to the ground. According to reports, the housekeeper left the child in the home and went to Topton for groceries. During her absence the fire started in a manner that has not yet been determined. The child is an adopted son of Mr. Dry. His body was terribly burned. After viewing the remains, Deputy Coroner Ray Mabry, of Mertztown, R. D., turned them over to Undertaker DeLong, who removed them to his morgue. The structure was built of logs and covered on the outside with weather boards. It fell ready prey to the flames and lay in ruins a half hour after Pensinger discovered the fire. The property belongs to Charles Reppert, of Topton, and is partly insured.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 9, 1929, pages 5, 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reimert, James S.

One day after the celebration of his 69th birthday anniversary, James S. Reimert died from a complication of diseases Thursday morning at his residence, at Reading, following a lingering illness. He was bedfast for one week. Mr. Reimert was a native of Greenwich township and followed farming in his younger days. Forty years ago he came to this place and engaged in carpet weaving. He is survived by his widow, Catherine (nee Ash), a son, Daniel, Mt. Pleasant Mills, Snyder county, and these brothers and sisters: Samuel, Kutztown; Henry, Lehighton; Sarah, wife of Samuel Hilbert, Allentown, and Sophia, widow of Charles Haas, Reading. Funeral Monday, March 10, at 10 a.m. Services in St. John's Reformed Church. Rev. E. H. Leinbach will officiate.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Friday, March 7, 1913, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reimert, John

John Reimert, aged 77 years, 11 months and 18 days, was found dead in the yard of Claude D. Trexler, at Longswamp, where he had been engaged in mowing grass. Death was due to valvular disease of the heart. Deceased lived near the Trexler home and is survived by his widow, Sarah (nee Fegley), and these children: Elmer and Isaiah, both of near Shamrock; Alice, wife of Edwin Hilbert, near Schweyers; Cora, wife of Jacob Hoffman, Allentown, and Harvey, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 14, 1917, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reimert, Lizzie L.

Miss Lizzie L. Reimert, 78, of 22 Pine St., Kutztown, died at her home late Thursday night. Born in Kutztown, she was a daughter of the late Alfred and Sarah (Levan) Reimert. She was a member of St. John's Evangelical and Reformed Church and the Ladies of the Golden Eagle. Services will be at the convenience of the family.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 8, 1956, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reimert, Maria Magdalena

On the 24th ult., in Richmond, Maria Magdalena, widow of the late John Reimert, aged 57 years, 3 months and 20 days.

Reimert, Russell D.

Russell D. Reimert, 85, Kutztown, died Aug. 13 at 6 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Aug. 11. He was the husband of Marian E. (Herman) Reimert. His first wife, Ethel N. (Blew) Reimert, died Oct. 6, 1962. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Roy J. and Cora A. (Stern) Reimert. Reimert had been employed for 23 years as a sheet metal worker by Western Electric Co., Muhlenberg Township, retiring in 1982. He was a member of the Lutheran Congregation of Ziegel's Union Church, Weisenberg Township, Lehigh County. Reimert was an Army veteran of World War II, receiving the Purple Heart. He is also survived by four stepgrandchildren and four stepgreat-grandchildren. Reimert was predeceased by a stepson, Donald P. Wagaman, on April 11, 2003. Services will be Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc., Kutztown. Burial with military honors will be in Ziegel's Union Church Cemetery, Weisenberg Township.

Reimert, Sallie (nee Ahn)

Mrs. Sallie Reimert, wife of David Reimert, of Greenwich township, died Wednesday morning last of paralysis of the heart, aged 68 years, 11 months and 25 days. She had been ailing for some time, but was able to be about. She was born and spent all her life in Greenwich. She was a daughter of William Ahn, and is survived by her husband, two sons and a brother. The sons are Milton, of Greenwich, and Willoughby, of Maxatawny, and the brother, Solomon Ahn, of Longswamp. Five of her children preceded her in death.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, May 12, 1897, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Abraham

Abraham Reinert, of Hereford Tsp., Berks county, died at his home at Huff's Church in the early part of last week, of cancer of the stomach, aged about 60 years. He is survived by his wife and seven children, among the latter Vilian and Hannah, residing in Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 1, 1893, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Alfred F.

Alfred F. Reinert died at 4 a.m. Wednesday at his home in Maple Grove, Alburtis R. 1. He was 78 years of age. Born in Shamrock, Berks county, he was the son of Thomas and Julie (Fretz) Reinert. Mr. Reinert in his earlier years had been employed in several ore beds in this section. Later he was a contract miner in the underground ore pits near Haafsville. In later years he conducted a farm, from which he retired about two years ago because of failing health. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation, Longswamp church. Survivors include his wife, Sarah (Stauffer) Reinert; four sons, Herbert, Emmaus; Harvey, Alburtis R. 1; John and Fred, both at home; three daughters, Mrs. Charles Ritter, Macungie R. 1; Mrs. Lulu Snyder, this city; Mrs. William Stufflet, Fogelsville; 34 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Oswin Reinert, Alburtis; George Reinert of Guthsville; one sister, Mrs. Edwin Shiffert, this city. Funeral services will be held from his late home Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. with continued services in Longswamp church. Burial in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing Monday 7-9 p.m. Rev. William Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 22, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Alice (nee Eck)

Diabetes caused the death of Mrs. Alice Reinert, wife of John O. Reinert, at her home in Shamrock yesterday morning. She was aged 59 years, 3 months and 29 days, and was the daughter of Jonas Eck and Caroline, nee Meinhard, Eck. She was born in Mertztown, and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp church, Purity temple, No. 124, and Ladies of the Golden Eagle of Kutztown. Surviving are her husband, son and daughter, John and Edith, both at home, and grandchild, and the following brothers and sisters: Alfred Eck, Topton; Morris and Peter Eck, of Kutztown; Harvey and William Eck, of Allentown; Mrs. Mary McSweeney, of Allentown, and Mrs. Ida C. Crouse, of Riegelsville. The funeral will be held on Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. D.S.T. from the late home in Shamrock. There will be a short service at the residence, followed by continued services at the Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate. Friends may call Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 27, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Ananias M.

Ananias M. Reinert, 86, a retired farmer of near Fredericksville, Berks county, died yesterday at his home, that place. He was preceded in death 14 years ago by his wife, the late Ellen, nee Moyer, Reinert. A native of Berks county, he was a son of the late Samuel and Carolina, nee Meck, Reinert. Surviving are a daughter, Ellen Reinert, at home; two sons, Cladies A. Reinert, Reading, and Norman Reinert, Bechtelsville; a step-daughter, Mrs. Lizzie Keim, Reading; three grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Diana Mest, Bechtelsville, and Hettie, wife of Milton Landis, Reading. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. at his late home, Rev. W. F. Bond officiating. Interment in New Jerusalem cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 1, 1943, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Andrew

Andrew Reinert, of Shamrock, died of apoplexy, aged 85 years. The following children remain: John, of Longswamp, with whom he lived a number of years; Samuel, of Shamrock, and Mrs. Anna Yonsor, of Allentown. His wife and one son preceded him in death. The funeral will be held on Monday forenoon. Rev. David K. Humber, of Bower's, will officiate. Interment in Huff's Church Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 25, 1899, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Angeline

Angeline Reinert, of Henningsville, Longswamp township, passed away at Shillington on Thursday, May 10, aged 74 years and 6 days. The immediate cause of her demise was heart failure. The deceased was a daughter of the late Henry Reinert and wife (nee Wean) and was born in Longswamp, May 4, 1854. Baptized in her early infancy and confirmed in youth at Huff's church by Rev. D. K. Humbert. She was not married and was the last of her family to pass away. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 15, in Huff's church, where interment was made. The undertakers, Clayton Moyer and Ambrose Stauffer, were in charge.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 19, 1928, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Anna M. (nee Birnelin)

Mrs. Anna M. Reinert, 90, a guest at Cedarbrook the past six years, died Sunday at the home. She had lived in Allentown many years. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late George and Mary Louise (Schubert) Birnelin. She was the widow of Levi Reinert. Mrs. Reinert had worked as a seamstress at Van Sciver Co. in Allentown, and in various clothing factories in the area. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Mertztown. Surviving are a granddaughter, two great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter. Services will be at 10 a.m. tomorrow in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. There will be no viewing.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, April 21, 1970, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Annie (nee Clauser)

Mrs. Annie Reinert, formerly of Topton, died yesterday morning in the Reinmiller Convalescent Home, Emmaus. She was 82. Born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Adam and Caroline (Angstadt) Clauser. She was the widow of Jonathan Reinert. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Union Church, Longswamp. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Sue Dickson, Topton; a brother, Ed Clauser, Mertztown R. 1, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton, continued at 2 p.m. in St. Paul's Union Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 8, 1957, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Annie M.

Mrs. Annie M. Reinert died suddenly yesterday in the home of her son Lewis of 112 N. Main St., Topton. She was 86. She was the widow of Charles H. Reinert. Born in Long Swamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Matilda (Fegely) Reinert. She was the oldest member of the congregation of the United Church of Christ of Long Swamp. Surviving besides Lewis are three grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 6, 1961, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Arabella J. (nee Boger)

Mrs. Arabella J. Reinert, wife of William Reinert, died at her late home in Trexlertown on Sunday at 11:05 p.m. She was 64 years old. Mrs. Reinert was the daughter of John Boger and his wife, Isabella, nee Frey, Boger. She was born in Maxatawny township, Berks county. She had been in failing health for the last few years and was bedfast for the past nine months. Surviving are her husband; a son, Paul, of Trexlertown; a daughter, Hattie, wife of Adam E. Albright of Topton; two grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Amanda Reichelderfer of Macungie R. 1 and Mrs. Rosa Sacks of Coplay. Mrs. Reinert was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church and of the home department of the Trexlertown Sunday school. Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Schmoyer Funeral home, Breinigsville. The Rev. William Bond will officiate. Interment will take place in the Longswamp church cemetery. Friends may call on Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock at the Schmoyer home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 6, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Barbara A.

Private services were arranged by the Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Barbara A. Reinert, Kutztown Road, Maxatawny Township, who died Jan. 2 in Kutztown Manor, where she had resided since December. She was the wife of Russ A. Reinert. Born in Maxatawny Township, she was a daughter of Verna M. (Reinert) Evans, Mertztown, and the late Patrick R. Evans. Until retiring in 1997, she was employed as a clerk by J.C. Penney Catalog Outlet Store, Kutztown, for 22 years. Also surviving are two daughters, Diane M. (Bailey) Jackovitz and Regina A. (Bailey) Bright, both of Kutztown; and a stepdaughter, Michelle A. (Reinert) DeJesus, Atlantic City, N.J. There are also four grandchildren. Other survivors include two brothers, Dennis R. Evans, Mertztown, and Roy D. Evans, Kutztown; and five sisters: Linda M. (Evans) Locher, Slatington, Lehigh County; Cheryl D. (Evans) Markowski, Mesa, Ariz.; Carol J. (Evans) Wilkins, York; Grace A. (Evans) Yarnall, Lenhartsville; and Joyce M. (Evans) Wilson, Kutztown.

Reinert, C.M.

C. M. Reinert, well-known Shamrock merchant and the village postmaster, died on Sunday night at 10 o'clock of peritonitis at the Allentown hospital, where he had undergone an operation for appendicitis. Mr. Reinert, who was in his fifty-first year, had been a patient at the hospital for nine days and had been ill for two days previous. He was born in Longswamp township, a son of Reuben and Amanda, nee Meck, Reinert, and had lived for many years in Shamrock, where he was held in high esteem by his many friends. In early life he worked as a miller and had been employed in different mills in the vicinity. For some years he had been engaged in the general merchandising business at Shamrock and also conducted the post office at his store. He had a reputation of being honest and straightforward in his business dealings, had a large trade and always took a leading part in affairs for the general welfare of the community. A man of likeable disposition, he had gained a wide circle of friends among whom he was held in the highest regard. He was a faithful member of the Lutheran wing of the Longswamp church, in which congregation he was a prominent figure and always contributed largely to its support. Besides his widow, Matilda, nee Bauer, he leaves to mourn his passing a daughter, Miss Helen M., at home, together with three sisters, Mrs. Daniel Oswald, Topton; Mrs. David Hess, Fredericksville, and Mrs. Samuel Wood, Allentown, and three brothers, Jonathan Reinert, Shamrock; James, Breinigsville, Route 2, and Eugene Reinert, Blandon, Route 1. The funeral will be held from his late home, Shamrock, on Friday at 1.30 p.m. Brief services will be held at the house, followed by continued services in the Longswamp church, the Rev. William Bond officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may view the body at his late home on Thursday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 22, 1929, pages 5 & 28. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Carl Adam

Carl Adam, son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Reinert, died at Topton on Monday of convulsions, aged 17 months. Besides the parents, 2 brothers and a sister survive. Funeral on Saturday. Services and interment at Longswamp Church. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 3, 1909, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Catharine (nee Wessner)

The remains of Mrs. Catharine Reinert (nee Wessner), of near Fredericksville, were laid at rest in the cemetery adjoining Huff's church on Friday afternoon, Dec. 29. She was a daughter of a Mr. Wessner and Maria (nee Hoch), and was born May 16, 1830, in District township. She was baptized in the Lutheran faith, no doubt by the same pastor at Huff's church. In early life she was married to Aaron Reinert, who was a Civil War veteran, and preceded her in death 15 years ago. This union was blessed with 5 sons and 3 daughters, of whom all the daughters and 2 sons, Aaron and William, survive. She had made her home with Aaron, Jr., for a number of years and was almost minus her sight for some years. She passed away as the result of a stroke of apoplexy on Sunday, Dec. 24, at 3 p.m., aged 92 years, 7 months and 9 days.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 4, 1923, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Catharine (nee Wentzel)

Mrs. Catharine Reinert, widow of Jacob Reinert, died on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at her home, the residence of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Cyrus Webb, 342 Main street, Kutztown, after an illness of six months with complications. She had just passed her seventy-fourth birthday. Mrs. Reinert was the daughter of the late Peter and Susan, nee Yoder, Wentzel, and was a resident of Kutztown for many years. She was a faithful member of St. John's Lutheran church, Kutztown, and was well known throughout the community. There survive to mourn her loss, one daughter, with whom she resided; two grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. James Fegley of Allentown; Mrs. Susan Fegley of Boyertown; Edwin Wentzel of Stiles and Francis Wentzel of Schnecksville. Funeral services will be held from St. John's Lutheran church, Kutztown, with Rev. J. W. bittner officiating. interment will be in New Hope cemetery.

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

Reinert, Catharine Anna (nee Hess)

Catharine Anna Reinert, widow of Manasses Reinert, and daughter of David R. and Lydia, nee Sterner, Hess, died Monday morning at 3 o'clock, at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Oswald, Alburtis, aged 80 years, 9 months and 21 days. A complication of ailments caused her death. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huffs church. There survive to mourn her loss the following children: Mrs. Charles F. Oswald, Alburtis; Wilson D. Reinert and William I. Reinert, both of Alburtis R.D.; ten grandchildren, one great-grandchild, three brothers and two sisters: Peter S. and Lydia S., both of Fleetwood; David S., Mertztown R.D.; Frank S., Boyertown, and Mrs. William Levan, Kutztown. The funeral will be held Thursday morning at 10 o'clock, D.S.T., from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Oswald, Alburtis. Short services at the house, with continued services in Huff's church. Burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 28, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Charles

Charles Reinert, of Lyons, brakeman on a freight train, met his death at 6.05 at Alburtis yesterday by falling off a car. The train is in charge of Conductor Frank Schoedler and left here at 4.45 a.m. At Alburtis the train had backed in the switch to allow the Kutztown train to pass. After that train had passed they wanted to put several cars in the switch. Reinert was standing on a gondola car that was shifted and in some way lost his balance and fell to the track and the engine and a coal car passed over him, but did not injure him. The supposition is that in falling he broke his neck. He died almost instantly. The body was taken to his home, at Lyons, on the passenger train that left Allentown at 5.47 a.m. The deceased was 35 years of age and leaves a wife and two children. He had only been an employee on the road for a week. Coroner Yost will hold the inquest today. Victor F. Sterner, of this city, is a brakeman on the train. Reinert was a repairsman previous to his service on the train, and he became a brakeman against the advice of his friends. He was a member of the Philadelphia and Reading Relief Association and the P.O.S. of A., of Lyons. Deceased was a son of Adam Reinert.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 18, 1898, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Charles H.

Charles H. Reinert, 112 Main St., Topton, died at his home Saturday morning. He was 76. Employed for 53 years by the Reading Railroad Company, 46 of those years as the section foreman at the Topton station and seven of them as a member of the Shamrock section gang, Reinert was also the borough assessor for many years until his death. Born in Longswamp Township, son of the late Lewis and Emaline (Berky) Reinert, he was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp Union Church. Fraternally he was associated with the Red Men of Alburtis, the Knights of Friendship of Topton, the Topton Fire Company, P&R Relief Association and the Veteran Employees Association fo the Reading Company. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Anna (Reinert) Reinert; a daughter, Mrs. Luther Billig, West Lawn; a son, Lewis Reinert, Topton; two grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. William Rauenzahn, Topton, and a brother, Wallace Reinert, Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 13, 1952, page 44. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Cherie G. Valentino

Services were held Sunday in the Fleetwood Bible Church for Cherie G. Valentino Reinert of Kutztown. She died of natural causes March 15 in Lehigh Valley Hospital near Allentown, where she had been a patient 12 days. Burial was Monday in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. She was the wife of Donald P. Reinert. Her first husband, Carl L. Valentino, died Nov. 6, 1996. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Raymond S. and Dorothy M. (Meyer) Sheidy. Reinert was employed for 30 years as a switchboard operator and wedding/anniversary coordinator by Reading Eagle Company, retiring in February 2002. She was later employed for 18 months as a sales representative in the women's department by WalMart, Muhlenberg Township, last working in December. She was a member of the Fleetwood Bible Church, where she was the senior saints ministry director. Reinert is also survived by a son, the Rev. Timothy R. Valentino, Fleetwood; and a daughter, Ronni Sue (Valentino) Simons, Reading. Also surviving are a stepson, Thomas D. Reinert, Mertztown; and three stepdaughters: Joan M. (Reinert) Berg, Lyons; Patty F. (Reinert) Gruver, Fleetwood; and Kathy L. Reinert, Kutztown. There are five grandchildren and seven stepgreat-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother Gilbert R. Sheidy, and a sister, Rosellen E. (Sheidy) Kline, both of Reading. She was predeceased by a son, Robert C. Valentino, in 2004. The Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood, was in charge of arrangements.

Reinert, Clinton A.

Clinton A. Reinert, of 864 Eighth street, for many years a painter in this city and Bethlehem, died in his sleep early Sunday morning from a sudden heart attack. He was in his seventy-fourth year. Apparently in his usual state of health and after spending a pleasant Saturday evening with his wife and friends, he retired. It was 1.30 Sunday morning that Mrs. Reinert was awakened by the peculiar breathing of her husband. Failing to awaken him, she had the family physician, Dr. W. D. Kline, summoned, but medical help was of no avail. Mr. Reinert had complained of not feeling well for some time, but nothing of a serious nature was anticipated. He gained a large circle of friends through his genial disposition. Although not actively engaged in his work, Mr. Reinert still did occasional painting jobs for his friends. He was born at Shamrock, a son of the late Daniel and Sallie, nee Weaver, Reinert. For the last ten years he has resided in Allentown, coming here from Bethlehem. Mr. Reinert was a member of the Reformed wing of the Longswamp church. He had no lodge affiliations. There remains his widow, Sallie, nee Keifer, Reinert, and two sisters, Mrs. Beneville Fretz and Mrs. Asher Eck, both of Shamrock. Short funeral services will be held at his late home at 1 o'clock, daylight saving time, Wednesday afternoon, followed by regular services in Longswamp church at 2.30 o'clock. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 9, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Clinton Alfred

SHAMROCK � The remains of Clinton Alfred Reinert, Fogelsville, were laid at rest at Longswamp church on Friday, April 1, after services at the house and in church. The deceased was a son of Alfred and Sarah A., nee Stauffer, Reinert, of Maple Grove, and was born December 16, 1887; baptized January 7, 1888, by Rev. B. E. Kramlich, the mother having been sponsor; confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Longswamp in his early life and joined in marriage to Gertrude Fenstermacher, May 7, 1910, by Rev. W. F. Bond. The union was blessed with two daughters, who survive with their mother and 5 grandchildren. There remain also his parents, five brothers and three sisters. On March 28 he was run down accidentally by a coal truck in his native town, and his injuries proved fatal. He was aged 44 years, 3 months and 12 days. Clinton A. Schmoyer of Breinigsville, was the director in charge.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 8, 1932, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Daniel

Daniel Reinert, a well known resident of Shamrock, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Benneville Eck, on Wednesday morning at 4 o'clock, death being due to old age and dropsy. He was eighty-four years of age. He is survived by two sisters and one brother: Mrs. John Findley, of Maple Grove; Mrs. William Fenstermaker, of Rittenhouse Gap; and Benneville Reinert, of Red Lyon. These children also survive: Mrs. Benneville Eck, Mrs. Lydia Fretz, both of Shamrock, and Clinton, of Bethlehem. The funeral will be held on Monday morning at 9.30. Brief services will be conducted at Longswamp church, with Rev. W. F. Bond officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 23, 1914, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, David S.

While leaving his home at Kutztown to go to work at 8 o'clock on Friday morning, David S. Reinert, aged fifty years, was stricken with apoplexy and fell over dead in front of his residence. Although deceased had been suffering from heart failure and dropsy for seven months, his demise was unexpected. Mr. Reinert appeared to be in his usual health. He fed his horses and partook of a hearty breakfast. Deceased was employed as teamster at Wm. S. Stimmel's brickyard. Besides his widow, Louise (nee Stump), he is survived by one son, William S., at home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 12, 1909, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Edwin M.

Edwin M. Reinert, a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, died at Wescosville on Saturday afternoon of a complication of ailments. He was in his 74th year. For many years he resided at Longswamp, where he was born a son of Peter and Mary (nee Webber) Reinert, and had been employed for a long period in the ore beds of that vicinity. For a number of years he took care of a stable of horses for Charles Knappenberger. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. He is survived by one sister, Jennie, wife of Harry Lee, Allentown, and one brother, William Reinert, of Trexlertown. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home of Clinton Schmoyer, Breinigsville, on Thursday at 2 p.m. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate. Interment will be made in the Longswamp church cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday, March 22, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Ellen (nee Dengler)

Starting for home early Tuesday morning from the resident of her daughter, Mrs. Ellen Reinert, widow of the late Thomas Reinert, of near Maple Grove, was stricken with heart disease and died within a few minutes. She had been spending the night with her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Rader, at their home by reason of the face that her son, Pierce, with whom she lived, had gone away for the night. She was 72 years and 2 days old and was the daughter of the late Joshua and Caroline (nee Carl) Dengler. She was twice married, her first husband, William Fretz, having died forty years ago. Her second husband, Thomas Reinert, died eleven years ago. She is survived by the following children: Morris Fretz, Pikeville; Mrs. Ammon Johnson, New Berlinsville; Mrs. Lincoln Wieber, Pikeville; Mrs. James Hassler, Lyons; William Fretz, Centre Valley; Jacob Livingood, Maple Grove; Mrs. Oscar Reinert, Alburtis; Mrs. Irvin Rader, Alburtis, Pierce Reinert, at home. Funeral services will be held from her late residence on Saturday morning at 9.30 o'clock, with further services and interment at St. Paul's church, Mertztown, Rev. M.H. Brensinger, of Fleetwood, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 17, 1912, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Ellen Matilda (nee Beitler)

The remains of Mrs. Ellen Matilda Reinert, of Hereford township, were laid to rest in the cemetery adjoining Huff's church, where she had been one of the oldest members. Deceased was a daughter of Reuben Beitler and wife Lydia (Conrad) and was born in Rockland, March 10, 1845; baptized June 22, 1845, by Rev. Isaac Roeller, the parents having been sponsors. She was confirmed in the Lutheran faith by Rev. Alfred D. Croll, October 31, 1863, at Huff's church. Joined in marriage to Abraham Reinert by the same pastor, August 13, 1864. Her husband preceded her February 16, 1894. Their three sons and four daughters survive: Aradas B. and Howard B., both of Huff's church; Nicholas, of Reading; Alice, wife of Irvin Eshbach, 427 W. Douglass street, Reading, with whom the mother had made her home for the last fifteen years; Jennie, wife of Harry Gery, Reading; Hannah, wife of John Keinert, Boyertown, and Mrs. Vivian Kistler, Allentown. There remain also a brother and two sisters: John Beitler and Mrs. Charles Eck, both of Alburtis, R. 1, and Mrs. Hannah Rauch, Reading; also sixteen grandchildren and twenty-two great grandchildren. After an illness of four weeks, she passed away, aged 82 years and 10 days.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 1, 1927, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Eliza F.

Reinert--Dec 15, in Muhlenberg, Eliza F. Reinert, aged 24 years, 10 months and 13 days.

Reinert, Elizabeth A. (nee Weller)

Mrs. Elizabeth A. Reinert, 94, died yesterday in her home at 112 Front St., Alburtis. She was born in District Township, Berks County, a daughter of the late David and Ellen Weller. Mrs. Reinert was the oldest member of Huffs Church. She was associated with the Lutheran congregation. She married twice. Her first husband, Wilson Conrad, died in 1903. Her second husband, Wilson D. Reinert, died in 1951. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Addie Gambler with whom she resided in Alburtis; 7 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and 25 great-great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Earl A. Trexler funeral home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 26, 1963, page 30. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Ellen S.

Ellen S. Reinert, 79, of Mertztown R. 1 died Thursday in her home. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Annanias M. and Ellen (Moyer) Reinert. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of New Jerusalem Church, Rockland Township. Surviving is a son, Lawrence Machmer, a former State House representative, with whom she resided. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 28, 1963, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Emaline Marie

Emaline Marie Reinert, daughter of Frank L. and Millie (Rhode) Reinert, of Topton, died on Wednesday night at the Sacred Heart hospital, following an operation for appendicitis. She was 17 years old. Miss Reinert was a popular member of Topton's younger set. She was a member of St. Peter's Reformed church, a member of its choir and a teacher in the Sunday school. She is survived by her parents, a step-sister, Mrs. David Franks, of Philadelphia, and her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Rhode, of Topton. The funeral will be held at the home of her grandparents, Main street, Topton, on Tuesday at 2.15 p.m. All services at the house and interment in Topton cemetery. Rev. George B. Smith, of Kutztown, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 20, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Eugene L.

Services will be Saturday for Eugene L. Reinert, 67, of Lewes, Del., formerly of Pottstown, husband of Elaine "Dawn" (Walter) Reinert, who died March 23 at the Visiting Nurses Association Hospice at St. Luke's Hospital in Bethlehem. Born in Boyertown, he was a son of Clara "Annie" E. Y. (Schlegel) Reinert of Royersford and the late Charles Allen M. Reinert. Reinert graduated from Pottsgrove High School and attended Ford Technical School. He worked as an automobile repair technician at the former Cates Ford in Pottstown; Red Hill Ford; and John Kennedy Ford in Limerick. He was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church in Pottstown and was a member of the Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge. Reinert is survived by two sons, Dale A. Kirlin of Pottstown and Gregory J. Reinert of Antrim, N.H.; three daughters, Joan C. Reinert of Oley, Susan R. Groller of Penn Argyl and Vicki D. Lester of Elmendorf Airforce Base in Anchorage, Alaska. Also a brother, John Reinert of Pottstown; three sisters, Marlene Titus of Mechanicsville, Md., Carolyn Brumbach of Gilbertsville and Jacqueline Bressler of Boyertown; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth and Robert Reinert. Donations may be made to the VNA Hospice at St. Luke's Hospital, 1510 Valley Center Parkway, Suite 200, Bethlehem, PA 18017 or to the American Heart Association, 625 West Ridge Pike, Building A, Suite 100, Conshohocken, PA 19428. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at the Schumacher & Benner Funeral Home, 359 King St., Pottstown. The Rev. Karen N. Creasy will officiate. A viewing will be held from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Christ Lutheran & Reformed Cemetery in Barnsville, Schuylkill County.

Reinert, Franklin L.

Franklin L. Reinert, retired silk worker, died yesterday at his home at Cherry St., Topton. He was 64 years old. Born in Berks county, a son of the late Lewis and Emmaline (Burkey) Reinert, he was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp church. He is survived by his daughter, Mrs. Harold Wescoe of Fullerton; two grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Milton Pilgert, Mrs. William Rauenzahn, both of Topton; two brothers, Charles of Topton; Wallace of Allentown. Rev. Wilson Hartzell will officiate at funeral services at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton. Burial will be in Longswamp cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 1, 1945, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Fred

Fred Reinert, 64, of Mertztown, employed in the shipping department of the Caloric Stove Co., Topton, died yesterday afternoon in the Allentown hospital. He was admitted to the hospital on Aug. 6. Mr. Reinert was a native of Longswamp township, a son of the late Alfred and Sarah (Stauffer) Reinert. He was a member of the Longswamp church, Lutheran wing. His wife, Mrs. Lillie (Boyer) Reinert, died 20 years ago. There survive a son, Brighton, Hancock; a grandson; two sisters, Mrs. William Stufflet of Fogelsville and Mrs. Lulu Snyder of Allentown; three brothers, Harvey, John, both of Alburtis R. 1, and Herbert, Bethlehem R. 2.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 24, 1949, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Mrs. Frederick

Mrs. Frederick Reinert died at her home near Kutztown on Thursday morning. She is survived by the following children: James, of Allentown; Robert, of Reading; Eugene and Elizabeth, of Kutztown. Funeral will take place Tuesday afternoon from her late home. Interment in the Kutztown cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 1, 1915, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, George

George Reinert, retired quarry foreman, died at his home in Guthsville yesterday in his 80th year. He had been ill for some time. Reinert retired five years ago, after having worked for the Lehigh Portland and Atlas Cement companies. He was a native of Maple Grove, Berks county, a son of the late Thomas and Mary, nee Fretz, Reinert. He was of the Lutheran faith and resided in Guthsville since 1898. He is survived by his wife, the former Mary A. Rex, and these children: Forrest L., Guthsville; Claude Reese, Kriedersville; Mrs. V. E. Bowers, Washington, D.C.; Mrs. Lewis Boyer, Reading; Mrs. John Milander, Birdsboro; a brother Oswin, Alburtis; a sister, Mrs. Ed Schiffert, alburtis; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rev. W. E. Wenner will officiate at funeral services to b e held from the Scheirer funeral home, Siegersville, on Saturday at 2 p.m., with interment in the Jordan Lutheran cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 21, 1946, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Gertrude Edna

Gertrude Edna, infant daughter of Irwin Reinert and wife Ellen (nee Miller), of Fredericksville, died of pneumonia on Thursday, March 13, aged 6 months and 7 days. She was born in District Township, September 6, 1923, and baptized by W. F. Bond, February 17, 1924. The parents were the sponsors. Services were held at the house on Monday afternoon, March 17, after which interment was made at New Jerusalem. There remain her parents, two brothers and two sisters. J. J. Shofer & Son, of Topton, were in charge. Rev. W. F. Bond officiated.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 22, 1924, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Harry

Harry Reinert, a repairman for the Reading Railway, was instantly killed at Topton on Wednesday morning of last week. While at work on the tracks at the station he stepped off one track on which the fast Queen of the Valley express train approached. He was struck and hurled away with probably every bone in his body broken. Deceased was 23 years old, well-known and highly respected. He leaves his widow, Alice, (nee Weil,) one son, Harry, aged eight months; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Reinert and these brothers and sisters: Charles, Frank, Wallace, Mrs. Milton Killert and Helen, at home. He was a member of Orion Castle, No. 501, K.G.E., and Longswamp Lutheran congregation.

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

Reinert, Harvey B.

Harvey B. Reinert, of near Alburtis, a track repairman on the Reading railroad, was instantly killed Tuesday morning at 10.30 by the Harrisburg Flier. Reinert stepped into the path of the flier as he moved from the track on which he was walking to escape an approaching freight train. He was in his 34th year. He was returning to a point near Alburtis where a repair gang was engaged in fixing the tracks with a bucket of water for his fellow workmen. A freight train approached on the track on which Reinert was walking, and becoming confused as he tried to escape this danger, he stepped across the tracks to be struck by the flier. Reinert was born in Berks county, the son of the late Milton Reinert and his wife Catherine, nee Wendling, Reinert. He is survived by his widow and three daughters, Ella Christman, Shamrock; Mrs. David Keiser, Emaus; and Mrs. Harvey Moll, Emaus. Reinert was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp church, taking an active part in its affairs. Fraternally he was affiliated with Camp No. 467, P.O.S. of A., Trexlertown; Loyal Order of Sparrows and the Relief association. Funeral services will be held on Friday afternoon from his late home at 1.30 o'clock, standard time. Continued services will be held in Longswamp church with Rev. William Bond officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 10, 1927, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Harvey Benjamin

The remains of Harvey Benjamin Reinert, of Alburtis R.F.D. No. 1, were laid at rest in the Longswamp cemetery on Friday, August 2. Mr. Reinert lost his life in a railroad accident last week. The deceased was a son of Henry Milton Reinert, who also lost his life by a similar accident on the East Penn Railroad some years ago, and wife, Catharine M. (nee Wendling) Reinert. He was born in Longswamp June 8, 1895, and was baptized by Rev. D. K. Humbert September 4, 1895, the parents having been the sponsors. He was confirmed by the Rev. J. Frank Keller in the St. John's Evangelical Lutheran church, at Fogelsville, On October 27, 1912, and by the same pastor was united in marriage to Margaretta I. Smith, of Allentown R. 6, on December 25, 1925. There remain his wife and one daughter, less than a year old; also four sisters, Ellen, wife of David Keiser, Alburtis; Lizzie, wife of Jacob Christman, Alburtis R. 1; Katie, wife of Solon DeLong, Mertztown R. 1; and Sarah, wife of Harvey Moll, Allentown. Undertaker Clinton Schmoyer, of Breinigsville, was in charge of the funeral.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 19, 1927, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Henry

Henry Reinert, of Henningersville, Berks County, died, aged 90 years. Services and interment were held on Sunday afternoon, March 22, at 2 o'clock, at Huff's Church, Rev. Bond, of Shamrock, officiating. Mr. Reinert was a mason by trade and a member of Huff's church. He was the last of a family of 11 children. He leaves these children: Lewis, of Topton; James, of Reading; Jonas, of Allentown; Augustus, of Pottstown; Mrs. Jane Keller, of Fleetwood, and Angelina, at home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 23, 1908, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Henry I.

Services were held for Henry I. Reinert, 69, of South Reading Avenue, Boyertown, Douglass (Berks), who died May 15 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. He was the husband of Elsie E. (Schittler) Reinert.
Born in Boyertown, he graduated from Boyertown Area High School in 1952 and worked as a senior blaster at Austin Powder in Northampton for 12 years, retiring in 1997.
Reinert was a Navy veteran of the Korean War.
He is survived by three sons, Bruce A. Reinert of Boyertown, Donald E. Reinert of Bally and Jeffrey S. Reinert of Gilbertsville; one daughter, Lori A. Weinsteiger of Boyertown.
Also, one brother, Kenneth Reinert of Bowmansville; six sisters, Nancy McIlvee of Boyertown, Betty Dann, Spring City; Mary Ann Moyer, Bechtelsville; Catherine Forsythe, Medina, Ohio; Shirley Wilhelm and Anna Marie Quinter, both of Pottstown.
Also, 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown.
The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

Reinert, Henry R.

The remains of Henry R. Reinert, one of the last and oldest Civil war veterans of Eastern Berks, were laid at rest at New Jerusalem, in Rockland, on Saturday morning, March 27. Deceased was a son of Peter Reinert and wife Sallie (nee Reppert) and was born in District township, December 3, 1837, and soon after baptized. He was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at the same church in his hour by Rev. Isaac Roeller. On January 17, 1859, he was joined in marriage to Carolina Wessner, who preceded him in death 14 years. Of five sons and three daughters, two daughters remain: Mrs. Agnes Hertzog, of Lyons, with whom he had made his home when the last summons came, and Andora, wife of J. L. Heiser, Topton, who also tenderly cared for him during his declining years. There survive also two brothers, Nathan, of Emaus, ill at the time, and Frank, of Reading, and one sister, Mrs. Sallie DeTemple, also of Reading; twelve grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. He was permitted to see the fifth generation in his family. After the way he suffered much from asthma and in later years was deprived of his sight, afflictions which he endured with remarkable patience and fortitude, though the latter prevented him from reading his devotional books. However, he had stored his mind richly with Scripture passages and hymns of fath and trust from which he drew comfort and resignation. When not quite 25 years of age, he was drafted to serve in the Union army, and was enrolled as a private under Captain Abraham H. Schaeffer, Company H, 167th Regiment of Pennsylvania drafted militia on October 27, 1862, for nine months. He fought in the battle at Gettysburg. He was honorably discharged August 12, 1863, at Reading, by reason of expiration of term of service. He passed away on Tuesday, March 23, aged 88 years, 3 months and 20 days. The following grandsons were the bearers: Paul, Jacob, Benjamin and David Hertzog, Warren Eck and Edwin Shade.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 2, 1926, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Henry R.

Henry R. Reinert, a Civil War veteran, passed away at the resident of his daughter, Agnes, at Lyons, on Tuesday at 3 a.m., aged 88 years. He served with Pennsylvania Volunteers, 167th Regiment, Infantry, and took part in the Battle of Gettysburg. His wife Caroline, nee Wessner, passed away about 12 years ago. He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Agnes Hertzog, Lyons, and Mrs. J. L. Heiser, Topton; two brothers, Nathan, Emaus; and Frank, Reading, also one sister, Mrs. Dallie DeTemple, of Reading. Twelve grandchildren, thirty-one great grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild also survive. Funeral will be held from the residence of his daughter, Agnes Hertzog, Lyons, on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. Further services in New Jerusalem church. Interment in adjoining cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate. Schofer and Son, of Topton, have charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 25, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Hilda M. (nee Gift)

Hilda M. Reinert, 83, Sassamansville, Montgomery County, died June 13 in Pottstown Medical Center. She was the wife of Linwood L. Reinert. Born in Earlville, she was a daughter of the late Robert and Agnes (Swavely) Gift. Reinert was employed for 10 years as a seamstress by the Sassamansville Clothing Factory, retiring in 1973. She was a 1940 graduate of Oley High School. Reinert was a former Sunday school teacher at the Limerick Chapel, Montgomery County. She is also survived by a son, Donald G., Bechtelsville; and a daughter, Susan L. (Reinert) Groff, Boyertown. Other survivors include four grandchildren, a stepgranddaughter and two great-granddaughters. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Colebrookdale Chapel. Burial will be in St. Paul's Lutheran Church Cemetery, Sassamansville. L.W. Ott Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown, is in charge of arrangements.

Reinert, Howard B.

In Philadelphia, on the 10th, Howard B Reinert, aged 38 years. Relatives and friends are invited the funeral, without further notice, in the Chapel of Charles Evans Cemetery, on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery.

Reinert, Howard B.

The well-known cattle dealer, Howard B. Reinert of Huffs church, Barto R. 1, died Monday at the Allentown hospital, where he had been a patient since July 25. He was the husband of Alice, nee Ruhf, Reinert, and the son of the late Abraham and Ellen Beitler Reinert. He had been in the cattle business for more than 40 years. Besides his wife, he is survived by two children: Stella, wife of ammon Fox of Reading, and Lloyd Reinert of Huffs church; four grandchildren, three sisters and a brother, Mrs. Jennie gery and Mrs. Alice Eschbach of Reading, Mrs. Zillien Kistler of Allentown and Aradus Reinert of Huffs church. Rev. Dr. William F. Bond will officiate at services in Huffs Lutheran church on Saturday at 2 p.m., with interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 5, 1942, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Howard S.

Howard S. Reinert, 74, of 128 Cherry St., Topton, died Saturday in Wernersville State Hospital. Born in Rockland Township, he was a son of the late William and Ida (Heimbach) Reinert. he was employed most of his life as a silk weaver, his last employment having been with the former East Penn Weaving Co., Topton. He was a veteran of World War I, serving with the Army in France. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Topton. Surviving are his widow, Eva M. (Hilbert) Reinert; a daughter, Catherine, wife of Charles Dengler, of Allentown; a son, Albert R., of Topton; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in the Earl A. Trexler funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 14, 1966, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Ida V. (nee Angstadt)

Mrs. Ida V. (Angstadt) Reinert, wife of Wallace E. Reinert Sr., 623 Green St., Allentown, died last night in Sacred Heart Hospital. She was 70. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Annie (Eckert) Angstadt. She was a resident of Allentown 31 years. Surviving with her husband are three sons, Stanley L., Easton, and Harold E. and Wallace E. Jr., both of Allentown; three daughters, Erma, wife of Harold Arndt, Bethlehem; Margaret E., wife of James W. Luckenbill, Topton, and Ruth A., wife of Robert C. Christman, Fullerton; three sisters, Verna, wife of Harvey Miller, Kutztown; Mary, wife of Charles Haring, Tamaqua, and Margaret, wife of LeRoy Weitzel, Shillington; 13 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. Viewing will be 7-8 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, September 2, 1962, page D-10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Isaiah

Isaiah Reinert of Alburtis R. 1 died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. He was 84. Until he retired in 1948, he had been employed at the Caloric Appliance Corp., TOpton. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Reinert. His wife, the former Ella Schnabel, died in 1958. Surviving is a son, Leo A., Mertztown. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. There will be no viewing.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 9, 1964, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, James M.

After being bedfast for 11 weeks, James M. Reinert died of complications at 9 a.m. Tuesday at his home in Trexlertown. He had been ill for a year and was aged 56 years, 6 months and 19 days. Mr. Reinert was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of the late Reuben and Amanda (Meck) Reinert. He was a farmer all his lifetime until three years ago, when he sold his stock and started to work on the state highway. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of the Morgenland church, which congregation he served as an elder for 12 years until the time of his death. Surviving are his wife Annie (Landis) Reinert; a son, Lloyd Reinert, at home; three daughters, Mrs. Weiden Haas, Breinigsville R. 2; Mrs. Paul Moyer, Fogelsville; Mrs. Simon Sell, Guthsville; eight grandchildren; one brother, Eugene Reinert, Blandon; and three sisters, Mrs. David Hess, Mertztown; Mrs. Daniel Oswald, Topton; and Mrs. Samuel Wood, Allentown. Three sons preceded him in death. The funeral will be held Saturday at 1.30 p.m. from his late home, with continued services in Morgenland church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. J. Franklin Keller will officiate. Viewing Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 15, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Jennie E. (nee Boyer)

Jennie E., the wife of Milton A. Reinert of Macungie R. 2, near Red Lion, Berks county, died at the Allentown hospital from a complication of ailments. She was aged 49 years. Mrs. Reinert was a daughter of the late Emmaline Schmoyer Boyer. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Huffs church. Besides her husband and her father, she is survived by three brothers, Charles and Sylvester, of macungie R. 2, and Jacob, of Alburtis, and three sisters, Mrs. Ella Ruppert, of Topton; Mrs. Mamie Moll and Mrs. Edwin Brensinger, of Macungie R. 2. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon with brief services at her late home at 1 o'clock followed by regular services in Huffs church, Rev. J. N. Blatt officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 14, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, John O.

John O. Reinert, 65, of Shamrock Station, Berks county, who retired five years ago after more than 40 years of service as a fire cleaner for the Reading railroad, died Sunday night at his home. A native of Shamrock Station, he was a son of the late Samuel and Telima (Segley) Reinert. He was a member of the Reformed wing of Longswamp church, Philadelphia and Reading Relief Assn., Mertztown Rod and Gun Club, and the Topton Fire Co. He is survived by two children, Staff Sergeant John R. Reinert, Army Air Corps, Albuquerque, N.M.; Edith, wife of Arthur Reinert, at home; one grandchild, and three sisters and a brother: Mrs. Charles Reinert, Topton; Fantan Reinert, Alburtis R. 1; Mrs. Amandus Gist, Hamburg R. 2, and Robert Reinert, Reading. Rev. John L. Herbster will officiate at services to be held from the late home on Friday at 2 p.m. Further services and burial at Longswamp church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 4, 1945, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Jonathan M.

Jonathan M. Reinert died on Thursday at his home in Shamrock, aged 63 years, death followed a long illness. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp church and was employed as foreman of a repair crew for the Reading company. Surviving are his widow, Annie (Clouser) Reinert; these brothers and sisters: James Reinert, Trexlertown; Eugene Reinert, Blandon; Mrs. David Hess, Fredericksville; Mrs. Daniel Oswald, Topton, and Mrs. Samuel Wood, Allentown. Funeral Tuesday at 2 p.m.

An employee as section foreman for many years with the Philadelphia & Reading Railroad, Jonathan M. Reinert, husband of Annie, nee Clouser, died yesterday at his late home in Shamrock, aged 63 years, 2 months and 21 days. Mr. Reinert, member of the Lutheran wing of Longswamp church, was a son of the late Reuben and Amanda, nee Meck, Reinert. He is survived by his wife, these brothers and sisters, James, Trexlertown; Eugene, Blandon; Mrs. David Hess, Fredericksville; Mrs. Daniel Oswald, Topton, and Mrs. Samuel Woods, this city. Services will be held from the late home on Tuesday at 2 p.m., Rev. William F. Bond officiating. Interment in Longswamp cemetery. Viewing Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: both from The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Saturday, January 25, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Josephine S. (nee Jacobs)

Mrs. Josephine S. (nee Jacobs), widow of William W. Reinert, aged 53 years, 1 month and 10 days, died at the residence of her son, William H. Reinert, 728 Filmore street, Allentown, on Tuesday morning. She had been sick for only one week. She was a resident of Topton and had been visiting her son at the time of her death. her husband, William W. Reinert, preceded her in death five years ago. She was a member of the Reformed faith at Longswamp church. She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Harry Butz, East Texas; a son, William, of Allentown; three sisters, Mrs. Walter Reinert and Mrs. Jonas geist, of Longswamp; Mrs. Ida Heist, of Allentown; a brother, Oswin, of Boyertown. The funeral will be held from her residence at Topton on Saturday, April 18, at 1.30 p.m. Further services will be held in Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: The Allentownn Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, April 15, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Karl William

Karl William, infant son of Wm. I. Reinert and Annie Maria (nee Steele), of Alburtis R. 1, died suddenly on Tuesday, aged 6 months and one day. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m. at the house near Fredericksville, to be followed by further services in Huff's church, where interment will be made. Undertaker Clayton Moyer, of Bechtelsville, is in charge.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 25, 1927, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Katie F.

Katie F. Reinert, 55, died yesterday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George F. Etting, 88 E. Franklin St., Topton, where she resided. Born in Rockland township, she was a daughter of the late Peter O. and Amanda, nee Frederick, Reinert. She had been employed for many years at the East Penn Weaving Co., Topton. She was a member of the New Jerusalem Lutheran church of Topton. Surviving are two nephews and a niece.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 4, 1948, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Laura (nee Weaver)

Following a brief illness with dropsy, Laura, wife of Lesher Reinert, died Sunday evening at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. F. Jones, at Wind Gap. Deceased was 54 years of age and is survived by her husband and the following children: Mrs. Lloyd Geist, Topton; Mrs. H. F. Jones, Wind Gap. These brothers and sisters also remain; William, Trexlertown; Alfred Weaver, Macungie; Edwin Weaver, Fogelsville; two step sisters, Mrs. Harry Lee, Allentown; Mrs. Jeremiah Troxell, Mertztown, and a step brother, Eugene Gordon, Allentown, also survive. The funeral will take place Wednesday afternoon at two o'clock at the Longswamp church with interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 1, 1921, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Laura Elizabeth (nee Reinert)

MRS. LESHER REINERT - Shamrock, Feb. 4 - The remains of Laura Elizabeth, wife of Lesher Reinert, formerly living near Alburtis, were brought from Wind Gap, Northampton County, 38 miles, to Longswamp Church, where interment was made and services held. The deceased was a daughter of Peter Reinert and wife , Mary Ann (nee Weber) and was born in Longswamp, Sept. 23, 1866. On Nov. 30, 1866, she was baptized by Rev. William A. Helffrich. The parents were the sponsors. She was confirmed in Longswamp Church by Rev. D. K. Humbert in on Nov. 28, 1885. By the same pastor she was joined in marriage to Lesher Reinert, thus not changing her name on Dec. 20, 1884. The union was blessed with three children, one son and two daughters of whom the daughters remain: Eva, wife of Herbert Jones of Wind Gap; Stella, wife of Lloyd Geist, Topton. The husband will make his home with his daughter in Topton. The deceased had suffered with dropsy for some six months and was aged 54 years, 4 month and 7 days. There remain the following brothers and sisters: Alfred J, Macungie; Edwin, Fogelsville; William A. Trexlertown, all of Lehigh County; Eugene Gordon, Longsdale, a step-brother; a sister, Jennie, wife of Harry Lee, Allentown; a step sister, Catharine, wife of Jeremiah Troxell, Longswamp township, this county. Undertaker Smith of Wind Gap had charge. The bearers all from Topton, were William W. Reinert, Frank Dierolf, Jacob Gerhart, Howard Fenstermacher, William Schaeffer and Fred DeLong. Rev. W. F. Bond officiated.

Reinert, Levi

Despondency because of unemployment and ill health are believed to have been responsible for the death, by his own hand, of Levi Reinert, aged 45, of Mertztown. Reinert, who was a skilled mechanic, some time ago became estranged from his family, and since then lived at the Hotel Biery, in Mertztown. The deed was committed in his room on Friday afternoon when he sent a charge of shot into his heart. Dr. Long was immediately summoned, but death, apparently, had been instant. Reinert, at one time was manager of the Atlas Mineral Products Company, of Mertztown, but since last summer had not been employed. He is survived by his widow and one daughter, in Florida; one son, Ralph, of Revere; one brother, Oscar, of Hancock, and two sisters, Mrs. Grant Rhoda, of Hancock, and Mrs. Daniel Romig, of Topton. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, April 9, 1922, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Lillian S. (nee Boyer)

Lillian S., nee Boyer, wife of Fred Reinert, Washington street, Topton, died unexpectedly at 5.30 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the home of her brother-in-law and sister, Mrs. and Mrs. Edwin Brensinger, near Alburtis. She was aged 43 years, 9 months and 28 days. Mrs. Reinert had been confined to the Allentown hospital for several weeks but returned to her home on Saturday. She was born in Long Swamp township, daughter of Jacob and the late Angelina, nee Schmoyer, Boyer. There survive the husband, the father, one son, Brighton, and following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Edwin Brensinger, Alburtis R.D.; Mrs. Nathan Ruppert, Topton; Mrs. Mamie Moll, Macungie R.D.; Mrs. Milton Reinert, Macungie R.D.; Sylvester and Charles, Macungie R.D., and Jacob, Alburtis. The funeral will be held Tuesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock from her late home, Washington street, Topton, with further services in Long Swamp church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. W. L. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 12, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Mantana

ROXBOROUGH, Feb. 19 � Mantana Reinert, a former resident of Alburtis, died last night at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ezra Smith, 483 E. Parker Ave., Roxborough. She was 84. She had been a resident of this Philadelphia county community for the last two years. She had been ill 14 months. Born in Longswamp, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Mathilda (Acker) Reinert. She had been a member of the United Church of Christ Charge of Longswamp Union Church. Surviving are a son, Charles J. Schrader, Alburtis; a daughter Stella, wife of Ezra Smith, with whom she resided; a brother Robert, Reading; a sister, Mrs. Annie Reinert, Topton; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 20, 1958, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Manual B.

Manual B. Reinert of Alburtis R.D., near Huffs church, died Monday night at the Allentown hospital where he was admitted a week ago. Born in District township, Berks county, he was the son of the late William B. and Mariah (Bechtel) Reinert. He was 68 years old. He worked for many years as a carpenter and a stone mason. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation, Huffs church. Survivors include two nephews and four nieces. Services will be held Saturday 1 p.m. (DST) from the DeLong funeral home, 107 S. Home St., Topton. Continued services in the Huffs church, the Rev. William S. Bond officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 18, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Margaret E.

Among the local survivors of Margaret E. (Thren) Reinert, 70, who died May 19 in her Fleetwood area residence, is a daughter, Vanessa M. Reinert, Hamburg.

Reinert, Margaret E.

Services were held in the Bean Funeral Home, Reading, for Margaret E. Reinert, who died May 19 in her Pricetown Road, Fleetwood residence.
Burial was in Maidencreek Cemetery, Blandon.
She was predeceased by her husband, John H. Reinert, who died Nov. 10, 1997.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late William J. and Elsie (Schofner) Thren.
She was employed as a secretary by General Battery for 20 years and as a secretary at Reading Regional Airport for 15 years. She was also a former constable in Ruscombmanor Township.
Reinert was a member of Salem (Shalter's) Lutheran Church, Alsace Township.
She was a 1951 graduate of Central Catholic High School.
Surviving are a daughter, Vanessa M. Reinert, Hamburg; a stepson, John H. Reinert Jr., Blandon; and two stepdaughters, Darlyn D. (Reinert) Haas, Exeter Township,a nd Loraine M. (Reinert) Lash, Reading.
There are also 17 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Reinert, Maria

Maria, wife of William O. Reinert (nee Pauley), of Topton, died suddenly Thursday of apoplexy, aged sixty years. Her husband and the following children, William Schell, Howard Reinert and Mrs. Henry Steffy, and these sisters survive: Mrs. Charles Scheirer, Kutztown; Mrs. George Schrader and Mrs. Mary Weaver, Allentown, and Mrs. David Fegley, of Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 18, 1907, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Marietta Elizabeth

Marietta Elizabeth, infant daughter of Elmer Reinert and wife Gertrude, nee Ruhf, of Longswamp, Mertztown R. 1, died of grip and pulmonary complications on Tuesday, April 17, aged 5 months and 23 days. Services over her remains were held at the house on the John Lichtenwalner farm, 2 miles north of Mertztown on Tuesday afternoon, April 21, after which interment was made in Longswamp. The child is survived by the parents, one sister, three brothers and her maternal grandfather, Calvin Ruhf of Fogelsville. Rev. W. F. Bond officiated.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 23, 1925, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Martha M.

Martha M., wife of Alfred J. Reinert, of Emaus, died on Sunday of consumption, aged 38 years. She is survived by her husband. The funeral will take place on Thursday morning at 9 o'clock at the Longswamp Church, Rev. D. K. Humbert officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 12, 1900, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Mary (nee Webb)

Mrs. Mary Reinert, widow of the late Isaac Reinert, died at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Romig, of near Lehigh church, on Tuesday afternoon at 12.15 o'clock of a complication of diseases, aged 79 years, 9 months and 10 days. She was ailing for about six weeks, but was only bedfast about two days. Her husband preceded her in death fourteen years ago. She was a faithful member of the Longswamp Reformed church, and is survived by the following children: Mrs. Daniel Romig, of Mertztown R. 1; Mrs. Grant Roth, Mrs. Henry Pauly and Oscar Reinert, of Hancock, and Levi, of this city. Two brothers, Daniel and John Webb, of Hancock, twenty grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 1, 1921, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Mary A.

Mary A. Reinert passed away at her home, the residence of her niece, Mrs. Mary E. Ruch, wife of Captain William A. Ruch, U.S.A., No. 16 North Thirteenth street, at 9 o'clock Monday evening, following several years' illness of gastritis. She was 75 years and 24 days of age, and was born at Longswamp, the daughter of George and Judith Reinert. She was a tailoress, and resided in Allentown for thirty-five years. For a number of years she was employed by H. Leh & Co. And by Dresher & Stephens. For the last fifteen years she was not regularly employed. Miss Reinert was a faithful attendant at Salem Evangelical Church. Besides Mrs. Ruch, she leaves a brother, Charles Reinert, of Friedensville, Oley township. The funeral will be held on Friday at 2 p.m., with services at the home, Rev. H. C. Lilly officiating. Burial will be made in West End cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 21, 1918, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Mary Ann

Mary Ann, wife of Jonas Reinert, of 449 North street, died Monday morning of dropsy, aged sixty-five years, two months and fourteen days. She is survived by her husband and seven children, Alfred A., of Wescoesville; Milton H., Morris R., Mrs. Florence A. Johnson, and Mrs. Estella C. Pelland, of Allentown; Mrs. Ida F. Swengle, of Scranton; and Edward R., of Northampton. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon from her late home at 1 o'clock with services in Longswamp church, Rev. Bond officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 30, 1915, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Mary Ann

Rev. Nevin W. Helffrich officiated at the funeral of Mary Ann, wife of Peter Reinert, of near Shamrock. Interment was made in Longswamp Cemetery. The following grandchildren were pallbearers: George Sterner, Henry Sterner, James Gorden and Herbert Gorden. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Weaver and was born March 6, 1833, in Longswamp. She was confirmed in the Longswamp Church by Rev. John H. Helffrich. She was married to George Gorden, with whom she had four children, of whom two survive. In 1863, she was married to Peter Reinert, with whom she had nine children, of whom five survive: James Gorden, Mertztown; Catharine, wife of Jeremiah Troxell, Sigmund; Laura, wife of Lesher Reinert, Maple Grove; Jennie, Alburtis; Alvin Reinert, Alburtis; William and Edwin, at home. There are twenty-seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Her age was 69 years 2 months and 24 days.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 7, 1902, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Maude A. (nee Wolf)

Mrs. Maude A. (Wolf) Reinert, 40, of Bowers, Berks County, died Saturday night in Allentown Hospital. She was stricken at her home Friday and admitted to the hospital Saturday morning. She was born in Lexington, Lancaster County, a daughter of Mrs. Tillie (Engle) Wolf and the late Monroe C. Wolf. She lived in Bowers about seven months. Before that, she lived in the Breinigsville area. She was a member of the Lutheran wing of Longswamp Union Church. Surviving besides her husband are her mother, who lived with her at Bowers; a son Calvin C., at home; a daughter Arlene, wife of Theodore Gregory, Pasadena, Calif.; a grandson; three brothers, Earle, Breinigsville R. 1; George, Shavertown, and Charles, Coopersburg, and a sister, Mrs. Fred A. Gottwald, Bethlehem. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Longswamp Union Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 29, 1956, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Milton A.

Milton A. Reinert, 69, of Seisholtzville, died early Monday morning in Allentown Hospital, where he had been a patient for the last week. A native of Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Benneville and Catherine (Wean) Reinert. He had lived in retirement with his brother-in-law, Charles Boyer in Seisholtzville, for the last 10 years. Reinert was a member of the Evangelical and Reformed congregation of Huffs Church, and of the Seisholtzville Fire Co. He was the last of his family. There survive only a number of nieces and nephews. His wife, the former Jennie Boyer, preceded him in death. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 24, 1956, page 36. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Milton H.

Milton H. Reinert, 69, of Wescosville R. D. 1, died unexpectedly yesterday at his home. Death was attributed to a stroke. Born in Longswamp, he was the son of the late Jonas and Marianna (Fritch) Reinert. A former employe of the Lehigh Portland Cement Co., he had lived in this vicinity for the last 17 years. Mr. Reinert was a member of Longswamp church. Surviving are his wife: the former Viola V. Haines; one son, Arthur A., of Allentown; three sisters, Mrs. Ray Johnson and Mrs. Arthur Pelland of Allentown, and Mrs. Ida Philipps, Factoryville; two brothers, Alfred A. and Morris R. Reinert of Allentown; seven nieces and nephews.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 13, 1948, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Milton O.

Milton O. Reinert, a well known resident of Longswamp, died there Thursday night at his home, the residence of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Shoemaker. He was 69 years old. he was a son of the late Horatio and Adeline, nee Jacoby, Reinert and is survived by his widow, Mary, nee Borrell, Reinert; two daughters, Gertie, wife of Charles Shoemaker, Longswamp; Mamie, wife of Gordon Felix, Reading; a step-daughter, Mrs. Harry Kettner, Reading; a sister, Cora, Rosedale; four brothers, Mahlon, Reading; Albert and Daniel, Temple; and James, Pottstown. Nine grandchildren and one great grandchild also survive. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m., with all services at the Shofer funeral home, Topton. Rev. William F. Bond and Rev. Englehart will officiate. Interment will be made in Longswamp cemetery.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Saturday, December 15, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Nathan

Mr. Nathan Reinert, residing near Bogert's bridge, in western Salisbury, attended his mother's funeral at Reading on Monday last. She formerly resided in Longswamp, and was the widow of the late Peter Reinert. She was 80 years of age.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 7, 1895, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Norman D.

Norman D. Reinert, 70, formerly of Mertztown R. 1, died yesterday in Wernersville State Hospital. Born in Rockland Township, Berks county, he was a son of the late Ananias and Ellen (Moyer) Reinert. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of New Jerusalem Church. He is survived by a sister, Ellen S. Reinert, Mertztown R. 1; a brother, Cladies A., Reading, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 13, 1958, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Oscar

Oscar Reinert, 49 E. Penn Ave., Alburtis, died early yesterday morning at his home after a short illness. He was 80 years old. Born in Longswamp township, he was a son of the late Thomas and Caroline (Fretz) Reinert. He was a member of St. Paul's Reformed church, Mertztown. Prior to retirement he was employed as a section hand of the Reading Railroad Co. His wife, the former Agnes Stamm, died four years ago. Surviving are one daughter, Hester B., wife of John C. Trexler, at home; one son, Russell C. Reinert, Cranford, N.J.; two granddaughters, and one sister, Mrs. Edwin Schiffert, Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 2, 1951, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Oscar W.

A native of Longswamp township, Berks county, Oscar W. Reinert, 69, died at his home at Hancock, Mertztown R.D. of cancer on Friday morning. He was the son of Isaac and Marietta, nee Webb, Reinert and had observed his 69th birthday a few weeks ago. He was an engineer in the employ of the Long valley Rock Mills Co. at Mertztown for many years, and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. In addition to his wife Agnes, nee Helbert, he is survived by the following children: Mrs. Aaron Zwoyer, Kutztown; Mrs. Harry Eck and Mrs. Curvey Dierolf, both of Shamrock; Mrs. Clifton Heater, Alburtis; Reuel Reinert, Allentown, and Curtis Reinert of Lyons. Three sisters, Mrs. Henry Pauley and Mrs. Emma Roth of Hancock, and Mrs. Daniel Romig of Topton, and six grandchildren also survive. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate at services to be held Wednesday at 1.30 o'clock from his late home in Shamrock, with continued services in the Longswamp church. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 2, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Percy A.

Percy A. Reinert, a son of Arades B. and Susan, nee Long, Reinert, passed away Monday morning at 1.10 o'clock at the home of his parents, District township, Berks county, Alburtis R.D., after an illness from complications, aged 29 years. He was born and reared in that section and assisted his father operate a farm. There survives his parents and the following brothers, Fred and Leon, at home; Arthur, Alburtis, and George, Pine Grove. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock from the home of the parents. Short services at the house will be followed by regular services in Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 4, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Percy A.

The remains of Percy A. Reinert, Alburtis R. 1, near Huff's Church, were laid at rest in the family plot at Longswamp, on Thursday, Oct. 6. He was a son of Arades B. and Susan F. (Long) Reinert, and was born April 4, 1904; baptized by Rev. Nevin Helffrich, and confirmed in Huff's church by Rev. W. F. Bond. He was not married. After a lingering illness for about 6 months, he passed away on Monday, Oct. 3, aged 28 years, 9 months and 21 days. There survive his parents and four brothers: George A., principal of the Pinegrove schools in Schuylkill Co.; Arthur, Alburtis; Fred and Leon, at home. Irwin D. DeLong, Topton undertaker, was in charge.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 13, 1932, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Raymond W.

Raymond W. Reinert, husband of Verna H. R. (Seidel) Reinert, 335 Walnut St., Kutztown, died yesterday at the Allentown hospital. He was 50 years old. Born at Shamrock Station, Berks county, he was the son of Charles H. and Annie Reinert. He was a member of Grimsville New Bethel Zion's church and the church choir of that congregation. He was affiliated with the Ray A. Master Legion Post No. 217, Topton. Survivors are his wife, the parents, one sister, Genevieve, wife of Luther Billig, West Lawn, Berks county, and one brother, Lewis S. Reinert, Topton. Services will be Saturday at 2 p.m., at the Fritz funeral home, Kutztown, with additional services at New Bethel Zion's church, Grimsville. Interment in cemetery adjoining church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 27, 1946, page 32. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Reuben

The remains of Reuben Reinert, a well and favorably known citizen of Shamrock for some years, were laid at rest on Friday, July 19, at Huff's church, where he had been a life-long member. He was a son of John and Rebecca (Johnson) Reinert and was born in District township, Berks county, May 8, 1849; baptized Aug. 15, 1849, by Rev. Charles Herman. The sponsors were Benjamin Carl and Hattie Reinert. Confirmed in Huff's church Nov. 23, 1867, by Rev. Alfred D. Croll. At Kutztown on March 31, 1872, he was joined in marriage with Amanda Meck, who preceded him in death 19 years ago. By occupation he was a mason and farmer but for the last number of years he lived retired with his on, Edwin M., merchant and local postmaster. Wishing to spend the week-end with his son, James, on a farm near Breinigsville, he left here during the week and with them took a trip to Allentown on Friday and to the Morganland church on Sunday, when he took suddenly ill and passed away on Monday, July 15, aged 80 years. Surviving are the following children: Jonathan M. and Calvin W., both of Shamrock; James B., Breinigsville R. 2; Eugene, Blandon; Katie, wife of David S. Hess, District; Emma, wife of Daniel Oswald, Topton, and Ida, wife of Samuel Wood, Allentown; also 22 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, one brother, Augustus, Allentown, and three sisters, Lydia, widow of Jas. Fritsch, Topton; Louisa, widow of John Romig, Lyons, and Emma, wife of Frank Weiand, Gilbertsville. Undertaker Clinton A. Schmoyer, of Breinigsville, was in charge.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 25, 1929, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Mrs. Reuben

After a long illness, suffering from a complication of diseases, Mrs. Reuben Reinert, residing at Shamrock, died yesterday morning at her home. Besides her husband she is survived by these children: Jonathan, of Shamrock; Calvin, of Shamrock; James, of Fogelsville; Eugene, of Topton; Mrs. David Hess, of Furnace Dale; Mrs. Elmer Rohrbach, of Topton; Mrs. Robert Drumheller, of Allentown. Also these brothers and sisters: Charles Meck, of Longswamp; Amos Meck, of Breinigsville; Daniel and Malinda, of Longswamp, and Mrs. Matilda Moyer, of Topton. The funeral will be held on Monday, at 1 p.m. Services and burial at Huff's Church, with the Rev. Bond officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 31, 1910, p. 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Russell C.

Cranford, N.J. � Russell C. Reinert, 61, of 211 Claremont Place, died suddenly at his home early Monday. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Oscar and Agnes (Stamm) Reinert. He was employed for 29 years by the Houghton-Mifflin Publishing Co., of Cranford. Before that, he was a school teacher for 13 years in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Reinert was graduated from Longswamp High School, the former Kutztown Normal School and Muhlenberg College. He received a master's degree from New York University. Surviving are his widow, May (Irvin) Reinert; two daughters, Mary Ellen, wife of George Thomsen of Baltimore, and Nancy, wife of Hume Horan of Beirut, Lebanon; three grandchildren, and one sister, Mrs. Hester Trexler of Mertztown R. 1. Services will be at 8 p.m. Wednesday in the Gray Funeral Home in Cranford.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 1, 1963, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Sallie (nee Kiefer)

Mrs. Sallie, nee Kiefer, widow of Clinton Reinert, died suddenly at 4.30 o'clock yesterday morning in her home, 864 North Eighth street. She suffered a stroke on Sunday and another Monday afternoon, causing her death at the age of 75 years. Mrs. Reinert was the last of her family. Her husband, who had been a painter by trade, passed away four years ago. She was a member of Longswamp church, near which she was born, and had lived in Allentown for the last 18 years. The funeral will be held on Friday at 1 o'clock from her late home, followed by services in Longswamp at 2:30 o'clock. Burial will be made in the cemetery adjoining.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 11, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Samuel

Samuel Reinert, Civil War veteran and retired employe of the P&R railroad, died at his home in Shamrock on Sunday morning from diabetes, aged 81 years, 4 months and 12 days. He had been ill for the past two months. Mr. Reinert was a native of Long Swamp. During the Civil War, he served with Co. K, Pennsylvania Volunteers. Fourteen years ago he was retired by the Reading on pension. Deceased was twice married, his first wife, Amanda Acker, died fifteen years ago, and his second wife was Pilina Segley, who preceded him in death eight years ago. Two daughters are also deceased. There remains four daughters and two sons, Mrs. Amandus Long, Mertztown; Mrs. Charles Reinert, Topton; Mrs. Anna Gift, Virginsville, and Miss Mancana Reinert, Long Swamp. Fifteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive. He was a member of the Long Swamp Reformed church, where funeral services will be held on Friday morning, following services at his late home at 9.30 o'clock. Revs. Mechstroh and Bond will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 11, 1924, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Sarah A.M. (nee Stauffer)

Ailing a year and bedfast the last two weeks, Mrs. Sarah A. M. Reinert, widow of Alfred Reinert, died at 3:30 a.m. yesterday at home, Alburtis R. 1, near Maple Grove, aged 82 years, 11 months and 20 days. Mrs. Reinert, last of her family, was born in Longswamp township, a daughter of the late Israel and Harriet (Conrad) Stauffer. Her husband preceded her in death in September, 1938. She was a member of Longswamp church. Surviving are four sons and three daughters, Herbert of Emmaus, Fred of Mertztown, Harvey and John, Alburtis R. 1; Meda H., wife of Charles Ritter, macungie R. 1; Mrs. Lulu R. Snyder of Allentown, Bessie J., wife of William Stufflet, Fogelsville; 33 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Two children preceded her in death. The funeral will be held from her home, near Maple Grove, Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Regular services and burial will follow at Longswamp church, with the Rev. William Bond officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 11, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Solomon

Reinert, Stella M. (nee Schmoyer)

Mrs. Stella M. Reinert, 64, of Huffs Church, Barto R. 1, wife of Lloyd R. Reinert, died yesterday at Allentown Hospital. Born in Berks County's Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late George D. and Lizzie (Reinert) Schmoyer. She was a member of the UCC congregation of Huffs Union Church, Barto R. 1. Surviving with her husband are a sister, Mrs. Lizzie Landis of Macungie R. 1, and three brothers, David M. Schmoyer, Alburtis; George D. Schmoyer, Macungie R. 1, and William C. Schmoyer, Allentown. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton, with calling hours 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 11, 1965, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Susan (nee Stauffer)

Susan Reinert, nee Stauffer, of Topton, widow of Nathan Reinert, died yesterday afternoon at 1.45 of a complication of diseases, aged 89 years and 12 days. She had been ailing for some time but was bedfast only about one week. Her husband died 21 years ago. She was born at Longswamp, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Stauffer, and is survived by two sons and one daughter, Francis, of Allentown; Albert J., of Pittsburg, and Mrs. John J. Heffelfinger, of Coplay. There are also 20 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Funeral services on Monday at 9.30 a.m. from the residence of her son-in-law, John Heffelfinger, at Coplay.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 22, 1918, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Susan F.

Mrs. Susan F. Reinert, wife of Arades B. Reinert, died last night at her home along Alburtis R. 1, near Huffs Church. She was 84. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Fegley) Long. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp Union Church. Besides her husband, survivors include four sons, Arthur W., Coatesville; George A., Pine Grove; Fred I. and Leon P., both at home, six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, one brother and one sister, Dr. W. F. Long and Mrs. Mary Fritch, both of Mertztown R. 1.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 12, 1953, page 30. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Mrs. Tillman (nee Fegely)

Mrs. Tillman, wife of Samuel Reinert, of Shamrock, died early Wednesday of apoplexy and pneumonia, aged 78 years. She is survived by her husband and four children: Robert, of Reading; John O., Shamrock; Annie, wife of Amandus Long, Mertztown. There remain also one brother, John D. Fegely, proprietor of the Model store, Mertztown, and two sisters, Mrs. Floranda Butz, of Shamrock, and Mrs. Elizabeth Biery, Mertztown. Funeral services will be held on Monday at the Longswamp Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 17, 1917, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Victoria S.

Ill with a rheumatic heart condition the last four years, Mrs. Victoria S. Reinert, Maple Grove, Alburtis R. 1, died at her home yesterday morning. Aged 66 years, she was the widow of Walter P. Reinert, who died in 1935. Mrs. Reinert, a daughter of the late William and Rebecca, nee Pilgert, Jacob, was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. She resided at her late home the last 28 years and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp church. She is survived by three sons, Solon A., Luther P. and Warren E., all of Alburtis R. 1; five daughters, Maude M. Reinert and Mrs. John Moll, Alburtis R. 1; Mrs. Howard Lafaw, Catasauqua; Mrs. Henry Derr, Topton, and Mrs. Herman Funk, Mertztown; 13 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a brother, Oswin Jacob, Boyertown. Services will be conducted for the family at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Schmoyer funeral home, Breinigsville, by Rev. Wilson Hartzell. Interment will be held in Longswamp church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 1, 1947, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Viola (Violet) I. (nee Haines)

YORK � Mrs. Viola (Violet) I. Reinert, formerly of Mertztown, died Saturday in the home of her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Haines of 174 S. Harrison St. here. She was 64. Mrs. Reinert, widow of Milton M. Reinert, had lived her for 10 months. She had been ill for several years. Her husband died 12 years ago. Born in Emmitsburg, Md., she was a daughter of the late Charles and Mary E. (Wantz) Haines. Mrs. Reinert was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp Union Church. Surviving are three brothers, Donald W. and Russell F. Haines, both of York, and Dewey M. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Shindler Funeral Home at 915 N. Duke St., York. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, and 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at Longswamp Union Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 9, 1961, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, W. Earl

W. Earl Reinert, 78, formerly of Reading, died June 3 at 11:55 p.m. in Tremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Schuylkill County, where he had been a resident since February 2003. Born in Oley Township, he was a son of the late Webster and H. Eva (Enoch) Reinert. Reinert had been employed for several years by Boyertown Body Works. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Reinert is survived by three sisters: M. Edith (Reinert) Dunn, Tempe, Ariz.; B. June (Reinert) Kilakis, Hyde Park; and Anna Mae (Reinert) Behm, Exeter Township. Services will be private. Burial will be in Lobachsville Cemetery. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.

Reinert, Walter P.

Injuries suffered when struck by an auto Sunday night caused the death of Walter P. Reinert, Alburtis R. 1, late yesterday afternoon in the Allentown hospital. He was 52 years, 3 months and 23 days of age. Mr. Reinert was struck by a machine driven by Paul F. Baker, of 23 South Cherry street, Emaus, at Maple Grove, near Topton, which is not far from his residence. He suffered head and rib injuries and had been in a critical condition from the time of the accident. Dr. Alexander M. Peters, Lehigh county coroner, viewed the body and then turned it over to Coroner Glick of Berks county. Undertaker Clinton Schmoyer, of Breinigsville, was authorized to remove the remains. Mr. Reinert was a son of Alfred and Sarah, nee Stauffer, Reinert, and was born in Berks county, being born there on November 7, 1882. He is survived by his widow, Victoria, nee Jacobs; by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Reinert, Alburtis, R. 1; three sons, Solon, Luther and Warren, at home; five daughters, Maude, at home; Mrs. John Noll, Alburtis, R. 1; Mrs. Howard Lafaw, Bethlehem; Mrs. Henry Derr, Alburtis R. 1, and Mrs. Herman Funk, Breinigsville R. 1. Four brothers, Herbert, Emaus; Fred, Harvey and John, all of Alburtis R. 1, and three sisters, Mrs. Charles Ritter, Macungie R. 1; Mrs. Cleveland Snyder, Allentown, and Mrs. William Stufflet, Fogelsville, and six grandchildren also survive. Short funeral services for members of the family will be held from the home of his parents at Maple Grove, Alburtis R. 1 on Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. Continued services in Longswamp church, of which he was a member of the Lutheran wing. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 21, 1935, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Wayne Arlan

The infant son of William I. and Annie M. (Steele) Reinert, Wayne Arlan Reinert, died yesterday afternoon of pneumonia at the home of his parents, near Fredericksville, Alburtis R. D. He was 1 year, 3 months and 13 days old. Survivors are his parents, his brothers and sisters, Arlene, John, Paul, Helen, Ruth, Ray, and William, Jr., all at home, and his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. David Steele, of Mertztown R.D. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. from the home of the parents with regular services at Huff's church and burial in the cemetery adjoining the church. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 3, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, William

William Reinert, a retired laborer, died last night at the home of his son, Howard S., 128 Cherry St., Topton, with whom he resided. He was one of the oldest residents of Topton. He was 93. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Aaron and Katie (Wessner) Reinert. His wife, Mrs. Ida (heimbach) Reinert, preceded him in death. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of New Jerusalem Church, Fleetwood R. 1. Surviving, besides his son, Howard, are a daughter, Cora M., wife of Edwin Keiser, Topton; 12 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren, and a brother, Aaron, Mertztown R. 1. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 18, 1956, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, William Henry

William Henry Reinert, 53, died yesterday at his home, 217 Greenwich street, Kutztown, after a lengthy illness. Although apparently on the road to recovery, complications caused a relapse and he passed away shortly after 1.30 p.m. There survive his widow, Laura M., nee Wagner, Reinert, two daughters, Mrs. Harry Kroninger, Kutztown, and Helen G., at home, in addition to the following sisters and brothers: Alice Helbert, Hancock, Pa.; Mrs. Wilbur Hoffman, Allentown; Harvey, of Topton; Isaiah, of Longswamp, and Elmer F., of Maxatawny. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 20, at 1 p.m., with short services at his late home followed by further services in Longswamp church and burial in the adjoining cemetery. Undertaker Fritz, of Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, March 16, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, William I.

William I. Reinert, 79, a retired Berks County teacher and former District Township tax assessor, died Monday in his home at Alburtis R. 1. He taught in District, Rockland and Ruscombmanor townships for 28 years until retiring in 1960. He was tax assessor for 28 years, and was a farmer for several years. He was the husband of the late Annie M. (Steele) Reinert. Born in District Township, he was a son of the late Manasses and Catherine (Hess) Reinert. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huff's Union Church, Barto R. 1. Surviving are four daughters, Arlene, wife of Ernest R. Bauman, of Mertztown R. 1; Helen, wife of Carl G. Fenstermacher, of Kutztown R. 3; Ruth, wife of Sterling A. Acker, of Alburtis; and Katie, wife of Wilson A. Danner, of Mertztown R. 2; four sons, John H. and William H., both of Alburtis R. 1; Raymond H., of Alburtis; and David L., of Pottstown; 24 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the church. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Trexler & Hook Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 7, 1974, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, William W.

William W. Reinert, a member of the Topton borough council and father of William H. Reinert, principal of the Livingston school in this city, died of complications at 4 o'clock Friday afternoon at his home in Topton, aged 53 years and 25 days. Mr. Reinert had been in ill health for the last four months. Mr. Reinert was born in Berks county, a son of the late Benneville and Catherine (Wean) Reinert. He was employed at the Topton Foundry for the past sixteen years. A member of the Reformed wing of the Longswamp church, he served in the church council for a period of four years. At the time of his last illness, he was serving his second term in Topton borough council. There survive his widow, Josephine (Jacobs) Reinert; a daughter, Ella, at home, and a son, William H. Reinert, of this city. One brother and a sister, Milton Reinert and Mrs. George Schmoyer, of near Alburtis, also survive. Funeral services will be held at his late home in Topton on Tuesday afternoon at 1.30, with further services in the Longswamp church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William L. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 1, 1926, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinert, Wilson D.

Wilson D. Reinert, 63, of near Fredericksville, Alburtis R. 1, died yesterday morning at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Gambler, Alburtis. Born in District Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Manassa and Catherine (Hess) Reinert. He was a member of Huff's Lutheran Church, and Landisville Council No. 1007, O of IA, Landis Store. Until the time of his illness, he was employed at the Topton Caloric Gas Stove Works. Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth (Weller) Reinert; a daughter, Addie, wife of Daniel Gambler, at whose home he resided; a brother, William Reinert, Alburtis R. 1; a sister, Mrs. Lydia Oswald, Alburtis; nine grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 6, 1951, page 29. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Abbie

Mrs. Abbie Reinhard, widow of Reuben Reinhard, died at the residence of her son, Owen Reinhard, in Ruscombmanor township. Her age was 91 years, 8 months and 16 days. Her husband died 22 years ago. She is survived by the following children: Martin and Mahlon, Cleveland, Ohio; Bertelette, of Tower City; Daniel and Valarius, of Kutztown; Kate, wife of Jeremiah Barto, of New Jerusalem, and Owen, of Princetown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 13, 1907, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Caroline A. (nee Acker)

Caroline A., nee Acker, widow of J. O. Reinhard, died Thursday morning at her home, the residence of her daughter, Mrs. C. W. Pope, 454 Tilghman street. Mrs. Reinhard had reached the advanced age of seventy-eight years. She had been bedfast for the past seven weeks. Mrs. Reinhard was born in Longswamp, Berks county, the daughter of Nathan and Abigail, nee Dankel, Acker. She had been a resident of this city for the last twenty years, and was a member of Bethany United Evangelical church and of the home department of the Mennonite Brethren in Christ Church. There survive a son, Elmer O. Reinhard; a daughter, Mrs. C. W. Pope; a brother, David Acker, of Egypt; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Her husband and a son, Victor, preceded her in death. The funeral will be held on Tuesday with services at her late home at 2 o'clock, Rev. W. A. Brownmiller officiating. Burial will be made in Greenwood cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 8, 1922, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Christian

Christian Reinhard, of Longswamp, Berks county, who was admitted to the Allentown Hospital last Friday for surgical treatment, died there yesterday morning. He was aged fifty-six years and was a widower.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 29, 1917, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Charles Franklin and Leh, Stanford R.

Funeral Notice (p. 7): Age at death = 28 years, 2 months, 15 days; Buried, Western Salisbury Cemetery

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 12, 1959, pages 5 and 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Edward

Edward Reinhard, son of Mr. V. S. Reinhard, grocer at Kutztown, died on Monday afternoon after an illness of only a week, aged 20 years. He was an apprentice in the machine shop of the Kutztown Foundry and Machine Co., and was an exemplary young man. The funeral takes place on Friday afternoon.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 13, 1897, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Jacob J., Oscar Reinhard, Frank Eidel, and Charles Drey

A disastrous cave-in, in fact the most disastrous for years, occurred Saturday at 11 a.m. in the ore bed operated by Hartzell a. Swartz, on the property of Mrs. Ida Balliet, near Meyersville, about six miles north of this city, causing the death of four men. The dead are Jacob J. and Oscar Reinhard, of Hancock, Frank Eidle, of Topton, and Charles Drey, of Fredericksville, all of Berks county. The ore bed in which the accident occurred is the old Hiram Balliet bed which in the palmy days of ore mining in this county was one of the richest and to-day, many years after its first workers had given it up it is again mined with profit. There were forty-six men employed and at this time a day and a night shift were on. The mine proper is about 150 feet deep and is dug out for several acres. The cave-in, however, did not occur in the old mine but in a branch of it. Along the slope a second slope was dug into a rich vein of ore. This slope extended over a hundred feet and the richest ore was struck. This underground passage naturally was dangerous and the men had been told if they considered it dangerous they not go in. The temporary props were being put in by these men and they were finishing the last part, when from all indications, the ground, softened by the continuous rains, loosened and came down from the sides, breaking the temporary props and imprisoning the men to their death. Had the accident occurred ten minutes later, three more men would have been buried. They had been preparing a lot of things to be taken down and were about ready to go down. Immediately after the cave-in occurred, the proprietors exerted every effort to release the imprisoned miners. They decided upon the likely point they were buried and dug a shaft about twenty-five feet deep and then ran two drifts toward the point. The work naturally consumed a good deal of time and it took until yesterday morning that the bodies of three were found but could not be extricated up to last evening. The news of the disaster spread rapidly and Saturday afternoon and evening large crowds flocked to the place. As the entombed men came from along the East Penn, the trains from their homes brought a number of people from that section and yesterday several thousand people flocked there. From all sections of the county they came with teams. It was, however, not possible for the average visitor to see much as the working place was confined to a small space and the contractors did their utmost to hurry the work. As soon as the bodies of the men were discovered the news spread and it was then said the bodies would not be taken out at once on account of the crowd. Coroner Yost was sent for but when he arrived, the six legs of three men were exposed but it was impossible to extricate them on account of the heavy timbers and ground pinning them down. Last evening the digging of an extra drift was begun and with this it was hoped the bodies would be extricated. Up to last evening, they were, however, not released. Coroner Yost expects to hold the inquest this morning. Of the men killed, Jacob Reinhard is 35 years old and leaves a wife and two children. His brother, Oscar, is 32 and leaves a wife and three children. Frank Eidle is 30 and single. Charles Drey is 22 and single. All are poor.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 23, 1898, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Milton

While on his way from Alburtis to his home at Shamrock on Saturday night, at eleven o'clock, Milton Reinhard, a track walker and former section foreman of the P. & R. Railroad, was struck and almost instantly killed by a freight train. Reinhard stepped out of the way of a west bound freight, not noticing engine No. 258 drawing a train on the opposite track, approaching. A companion, however, saw the other train, and managed to escape uninjured. Reinhard, who resided at Shamrock, had been at Alburtis during the evening. About eleven o'clock, he started for his home, choosing the railroad tracks as the shortest route. The accident occurred about three-quarters of a mile west of Alburtis. The unfortunate man was thrown some distance and so badly injured that he died almost before the train crew could investigate. The dead body was taken to Shamrock station, from where it was conveyed to the man's late home. Coroner Goheen was notified of the accident. Milton Reinhard was about sixty-two years of age, and had been in the employ of the Philadelphia and Reading Railway for a number of years. He is survived by his widow and a number of children, among which are a son, Milton, of Reading, and two more sons residing at home and members of the railroad section gang.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 2, 1910, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Milton

Stepping out of the way of a westbound freight train on the East Penn railroad, between Alburtis and Shamrock, Milton Reinhard was instantly killed on Saturday night by another freight which approached on the other track. A companion managed to escape. The two were on their way home from Alburtis about 11 o'clock. Reinhard resided near Shamrock. Deceased was 62 years of age and had been in the employ of the Philadelphia & Reading Railway for a number of years. He is survived by his widow and a number of children, among which are a son, Milton, of Reading, and two more sons residing at home, and members of the railroad section gang. A daughter is married to Jacob Christman, a native of Macungie, now residing near Alburtis.

Reinhard, Oscar, Jacob J. Reinhard, Frank Eidel, and Charles Drey

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 23, 1898, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Peter

Peter Reinhard, an aged resident of Macungie, died on Saturday evening at the home of Alfred Reinert, with whom he lived, after suffering for some time with pneumonia. He was 73 years of age. The funeral will take place next Thursday afternoon with services at the Long Swamp Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 22, 1910, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Peter

Peter Reinhard, a native of Berks county, died at the home of his son Alfred at East Macungie on Saturday evening, the 19th inst. His death was caused by dilation of the heart. He was a widower and resided with his children, being here only a short time at his son's home. He was a son of Jacob Reinhard and his wife Sarah, a born Kline. He brought his age to 78 years, 7 months and 29 days. A number of other children, besides the son here, survive. The funeral will be held this Thursday afternoon, with services and burial at the Longswamp Church. Rev. Mr. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, November 24, 1910, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Sallie (nee Hertzog)

Mrs. Sallie Reinhard of 524 N. 15th St., Allentown, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. She was 86. Born in Longswamp, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Hartman) Hertzog. Her husband, Ellsworth W. Reinhard, died a number of years ago. She was a member of Seibert Evangelical Congregational Church, Allentown. Surviving are two sons, Arthur Ray, at home, and William C., of Philadelphia; a sister, Mrs. Ella Rhoades of Amityville; two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home, 1601 Hamilton St., Allentown. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 6, 1962, page 27. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, Victoria

Victoria, wife of Oscar Reinhard, died suddenly at her home near Grimsville on Monday afternoon of heart failure, aged 40 years, 7 months and 10 days. The husband and these children survive: George and Annie, of Kutztown; Grover, Floyd and Levie, at home. There also survive a sister and two brothers. The funeral will be held on Saturday morning at 9.30 o'clock with services and interment at the Grimsville Church. Rev. O. S. Scheirer will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 18, 1908, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhard, William H.

William H. Reinhard, aged 71, died Friday night at his home, 505 S. 4th St., Hamburg. He was the son of the late Dan and Clara (Kramer) Reinhard and numbers among his survivors a brother, Benjamin, 223 N. 11th St., Allentown. He was a member of P.O.S. of A., Camp 78, Hamburg. Survivors, beside his brother, are his wife, the former Rosa Gerhard; a son, Harold, of Hamburg; a daughter, Anna, who lives at home; and one grandchild. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the late home with the Rev. Dallas R. Krebs officiating. interment will be made in St. John's cemetery, Hamburg.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 1, 1941, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhart, Annie (nee Eisenhower)

Mrs. Annie Reinhart, former resident of Topton, died of complications at her home in Harrisburg, aged 60 years. She was a native of Rockland township, daughter of the late Levi and Katie (Reinert) Eisenhower. Surviving are a brother, Oscar Eisenhower, Topton, and two sisters, Mrs. Kate Weidner, Kutztown, and Mrs. Sallie Eisenhower, Allentown. Funeral Friday at 2 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 19, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhart, Catharine

On the 28th ult., in Albany township, Catharine, widow of the late Jacob Reinhart, aged 66 years.

Reinhart, Clara I.

Services were held in Zion Lutheran Church, Perry Township, for Clara I. Reinhart, 90, formerly of Perry Township, who died Nov. 14 in the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, where she had resided since July 1998. Burial in in Becker's (St. Peter's) Cemetery, Richmond Township. She was predeceased by her husband, Theodore S. Reinhart, who died Nov. 5, 1976. Born in Strausstown, she was a daughter of the late William A. and Alma K. (Feick) Stump.
She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Perry Township. Surviving are four sons: Richard W. Reinhart, Shoemakersville; Russell J. Reinhart, Perry Township; Harold D. Reinhart, Jefferson Township; and Craig R. Reinhart, Reading. Other survivors include 19 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and a great-great-grandson. She was predeceased by two sons, Kenneth A. Reinhart, who died in 1999 and Donald I. Reinhart, who died in 2001. The Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, was in charge of arrangements.

Reinhart, Daniel A.

Daniel A. Reinhart, a well-known citizen of Hamburg, Berks county, committed suicide by hanging Thursday morning. He was a butcher and did a large business, and the only apparent cause of his self-destruction was his financial difficulties. He was away from home on Wednesday, and came back towards evening cheerful and in good humor. Later he left and failed to return. His wife retired, after waiting for him until after midnight, and while one of the employees was feeding the horses, at 4 o'clock Thursday morning, he found Reinhart's body hanging in the hay mow, his knees drawn up, and his feet touching the hay. He was 48 years of age and leaves a wife and three children. It is said that several notes of Reinhart's will become due in a few days.

[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, July 6, 1892, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhart, Elsie

Elsie M. Reinhart, 85, formerly of Kempton, died Tuesday night in the Laurel Living Center, Hamburg, R.D. 3, where she ad resided three years. She was he widow of Wirt C. Reinhart, who died in 1972. Born in Greenwich Township, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Polly (Fenstermacher) Tyson. Surviving are several nieces and nephews. The Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

Reinhart, Grace A.

Services were held in New Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Rockland Township, for Grace A. Reinhart, formerly of West Race Street, Fleetwood, who died April 3 in Kutztown Manor, where she had resided since August. Burial was in New Jerusalem Union Cemetery, Rockland Township. She was predeceased by her husband, Earnest F. Reinhart, who died Nov. 13, 1999. Born in Rockland Township, she was a daughter of the late John K. and Clara M. (Rader) Guinther. Until retiring, she was a self-employed domestic worker during the 1960s and 1970s. She was also employed as a bus driver by the Berks County Intermediate Unit in the 1970s. Reinhart was a member of New Jerusalem Lutheran Church. Surviving are two sons, Warren O. Reinhart, Topton, and Steven A. Reinhart, Lenhartsville, and five daughters: Jeannette F. (Reinhart) DeLong and Betty J. (Reinhart) Price, both of Fleetwood; Nancy L. (Reinhart) Klick, Auburn; Cheryl A. (Reinhart) Spayd, Wingate, N.C.; and Debora J. Reinhart, Kutztown. There are also 20 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Lottie E. (Guinther) Eck, Mertztown. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, was in charge of arrangements.

Reinhart, Maximillian H.

In this city, on the 17th inst., Maximillian H. Reinhart, aged 67 years, 2 months, and 13 days. Internment at Aulenbach Cemetery

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, February 18, 1919. Submitted by: Brenda. Note: this is an abstract.]

Reinhart, Robert E.

Services will be held Thursday, March 4 at 10:30 a.m. in Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Centerport, for Robert E. Reinhart who died of natural causes Feb. 28 in his Allentown Pike, Maidencreek Township residence. Burial will be in Birch Hill Cemetery, Perry Township. Born in West Reading, he was a son of the late Franklin and Virginia J. (Steinmetz) Reinhart. Until retiring in 2002, he worked in the laundry room of Berks Heim for 11 years. He was previously employed at Exide Corp., Hamburg, for 16 years. He was a former officer with the Leesport Jaycees, and former Cubmaster of Leesport Pack 160. Surviving are a son, Troy A., with whom he last resided, and a daughter, Tracy E. (Reinhart) Clayton, Newark, Delaware. There are also three grandchildren.

Reinhart, William I.

William I. Reinhart, 75, of Steinsville, Lehigh County, died yesterday in St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading. A native of Albany Township, Berks County, he was the son of William and Isabelle (Kaup) Reinhart. He was a farmer in Albany Township in his early years and retired to become a butcher at the Shillington County Home. Reinhart was a member of Frieden's Church at Wessnersville, Berks County. His wife, Annie (Levan) Reinhart, died two years ago. Survivors are one son, Wirt Reinhart, Kempton; two daughters, Mamie, wife of Peter Strunk, Kempton; Elsie, wife of Paul Levan, Wannamakers; five grandchildren; one brother, James Reinhart, Leesport; one sister, Mrs. Florence Grim, New Tripoli.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 2, 1952, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reinhart, Wirt C.

Services for Wirt C. Reinhart, 74, who died Wednesday in his Kempton residence, will be held Saturday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Charles R. Rahn will officiate in the Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown. Burial will be made in Frieden's Church Cemetery, Stony Run. Born in Lenhartsville he was a son of the late William and Annie (Levan) Reinhart. He had been owner-operator of Reinhart's Garage and Tavern, between Kempton and Stony Run on route 737, for 28 years before retiring. Mr. Reinhart was a member of the Kempton Fire Co., Kempton Rod & Gun Club and the Lenhartsville Fish & Game Assn. Surviving are his widow, Elsie (Tyson) Reinhart, and two sisters, Mrs. Mamie Burkert, Kempton R.D. 1, and Mrs. Elsie Levan, Kutztown.

Reinhold, Jesse

At Reinhold's Station, Lancaster county, on the 1st instant, Col. Jesse Reinhold, aged 67 years and 6 months.

Reinsel, Annie Fietta (nee Naftzinger)

Reinsel--In Hamburg, on the 12th inst., Annie Fietta (nee Naftzinger), wife of Samuel F. Reinsel. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral without further notice, on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 10 a.m. from her late home at 211 State St., Hamburg, Pa. Services and interment at St. Michael's Church, Tilden Township.

Reinsel, Esther Geary

Graveside services will be held Dec. 21, 1 p.m., in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg, for Esther Geary Reinsel, 92, who died Dec. 6 in her Missoula, Montana residence. She was predeceased by her husband, Earl Reinsel. Born in Hamburg, she was the daughter of the late William and Hettie Geary. Reinsel graduated as a registered nurse from Methodist Hospital, Philadelphia. When her husband took a job with the Woolworth Company in Germany, Reinsel lived in Berlin until May 1942 when the family was able to return to the United States through a diplomatic exchange. She resumed her nursing career in the Allentown area until retiring in 1977. Surviving are a son, Earl Reinsel Jr., Missoula; and two daughters, Mary Reinsel) Niemeyer, Aachen, Germany, and Martha (Reinsel) Landis, Allentown. There are also eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Betty (Reinsel) Fidler. The Cremation and Burial Society of the Rockies, Missoula, was in charge of arrangements.

Reinsel, Esther P. (nee Spayd)

In Tilden Township, on the 15th inst., Esther P. (Spayd), wife of Arthur C. Reinsel, aged 28 years, 9 months and 7 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, near Hamburg, on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Services at St. Michael's Church. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

Reinsons, Nora B.

Nora B. Reinsons, 67, of Souderton, died Monday, Dec. 16, 2002 in her home. Funeral services were held Dec. 20. She was the wife of the late Juris "Jerry" Reinsons. Born in Riga, Latvia, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Karline (Vibe) Balodis.
She was a member of the Latvian Lutheran Church of Bucks County & Vicinity, where she was a former choir member. She is survived by: one son, Ivars J., of Quakertown; one brother, Peter Balodis II, of Souderton. Memorial contributions may be made to the church.
Arrangements: C. R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., Quakertown.

Reisch, Charles

Reisinger, Charles

Charles Reisinger, a retired miner from Longswamp township, died at 2.25 o'clock Saturday morning in the Allentown hospital where he had been a patient only two days. He was eighty-one years of age. Born in Longswamp township, near Topton, Mr. Reisinger had resided in Allentown about one year, making his home with a daughter, Mrs. Ray Garnert. For the last ten years, he had lived retired because of failing health. He was a member of the Reformed church of Longswamp. Mr. Reisinger's wife, Elizabeth, nee Bowers, preceded him in death. There survive two daughters, Mrs. Reul Reinert and Mrs. Gernert, of Allentown; three sons, Henry, of Topton; and Edwin and James, whose addresses are not known; one sister, Mrs. Hattie Greiss, of Allentown, and several grandchildren. Arrangements have not yet been made for the funeral.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, January 15, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reisinger, Charles

Charles Reisinger, a highly respected resident of Mertztown Route 1, died at the Allentown hospital yesterday morning of heart ailment. He was in his eighty-second year. Mr. Reisinger was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, the son of the late Samuel and Catherine, nee Adolth, Reisinger, and lived in that vicinity all of his life. He was a member of the Longswamp church. There survive to mourn his loss the following children: Henry and William Reisinger, of Mertztown Route 1; Edwin Reisinger, of Peru, Ind.; James, whereabouts unknown; Mrs. Raymond Gernerd and Mrs. Ruel Reinert, both of this city. One sister, Mrs. Hettie Greiss, of this city, and 12 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held from the home of his son Henry, Mertztown Route 1, on Tuesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with continued services in Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Rev. w. L. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, January 15, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reisinger, Elizabeth (nee Bower)

Elizabeth Reisinger, nee Bower, wife of Charles Reisinger, died on Wednesday at her home, Mertztown, R. D. 1, near Oreville. She was aged 70 years, 9 months and 3 days, and had been ailing for six months. She was a daughter of Anthony and Elizabeth, nee Day, Bower, and was born in Rockland township, Berks county. Her husband and the following children survive: Henry, Mertztown; William, Topton; James, Mrs. Raymond Gernert, Mrs. Ruel Reinert, all of Allentown; Edwin, address unknown. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 1 o'clock at her late home. Short services at the house, further services at Longswamp church and interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 3, 1926, page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reisinger, Ruby Betty

Ruby Betty, infant daughter of Oscar E. and Lizzie (nee Moll) Reisinger, of Alburtis, died on Saturday night at the home of her parents, aged 2 months and 7 days. She is survived by her parents and grandparents. The funeral will be held at her late home on Wednesday at 2 p.m. with continued services at Huff's church, and interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. A. N. Blatt officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 25, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reiss, Jean C.

Jean C. Reiss, 58, of Bensalem, formerly of Spinnerstown, died Monday, Dec. 2, 2002 in her home. Funeral services were held Dec. 6. Born in Quakertown, she was the daughter of the late Harvey A. and Mabel (Clymer) Reiss.
She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Quakertown.
She is survived by: two brothers, Wayne H. Reiss of Coopersburg and James A. Reiss of Charlotte, N.C.; one sister, Margaret L. Meas of Sellersville. Memorial contributions may be made to Salvation Army Appletree & Autumn Lanes Levittown, PA 19503.
Arrangements: C. R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., Quakertown.

Reiss, Minnie E. (nee Moyer)

Mrs. Minnie E. Reiss, wife of Ralph N. Reiss, 124 S. 4th St., Emmaus, died yesterday at home. She was 54. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late John and Emma (Geist) Moyer. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are five sons, Willard and Donald, both of Emmaus; Norman, Egypt; Jonathan, Northampton, and Ralph jr., with the Army at Fort Lewis, Wash.; two daughters, Jean, wife of Joseph Bednar, Emmaus, and Charleen, wife of Richard Teffinger, Palm; two sisters, Mrs. James Schwartz, Macungie, and Mrs. Henry Seip, Gilbertsville; three brothers, Mathias and Solomon, both of Macungie, and John, Breinigsville, and five grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Clarence R. Ritter Funeral Home, 36-38 S. 5th St., Emmaus. Call 7-9 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 6, 1959, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reist, David H.

Services were held in the Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring, for David H. Reist, 68, who died June 6 in his Allen Street, Perry Township residence.
Burial was in Pricetown Cemetery.
According to police, Reist died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head.
Born in Reading, he was a son of Florence L. (Bieber) Reist, Wescosville, Lehigh County, and the late Augustus S. Reist.
He was a 1953 graduate of Oley Valley High School and an Army veteran.
Until retiring in 1994, he was employed by Dana Corp., Reading, for 31 years.
He was past president of the Pricetown Rifle and Gun Club and served on the board of the United Singles Dance Club.
Surviving are Mary E. (Deboard) Gilberthorpe, with whom he resided, and a son, Vicar Michael L. Reist, Birdsboro.
There are also two grandsons, three stepgranddaughters and one stepgreat-granddaughter.
Other survivors include a brother, Daniel A. Reist, Pricetown; and two sisters, Linda M. (Reist) Dutko, Allentown, and Madelyn A. (Reist) Kendall, Placentia, Calif.

Reiter, Annie W.

Annie W. Reiter, 91, of Macungie R. 1, died yesterday at her home. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late John and Ettamina (Wendling) Reiter. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huffs Union Church. Surviving is a sister, Mrs. Mamie Geiger, of Mertztown R. 1. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 29, 1964, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reiter, Eliza (nee Miller)

Mrs. Eliza, wife of Otto Reiter, a farmer of Longswamp, died Sunday afternoon of heart trouble, aged seventy years, nine months and three days. She was the daughter of Adam and Mariah Miller. For many years she was troubled with asthma and heart trouble. Besides her husband there survive two daughters, Ellen and Mary, of Allentown; one son, George, of East Texas; three brothers, William, of Farmington; Jacob, of Allentown; and John, of Emaus; and one sister, Rebecca, of Ziegler's Church. Sixteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren also survive. She was a member of the Longswamp church. The funeral will be held in this city from the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ellen Gernert, at No. 526 Hamilton street, second floor, on Thursday at 2 o'clock. Rev. Robert M. Kern, pastor of St. Andrew's Reformed Church, will officiate. Burial will be made in Highland Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 17, 1914, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reiter, Emanuel

On the 5th of February, in Pike township, Berks county, of diphtheria, Emanuel, son of Jacob and Elizabeth Reiter, aged 20 years, 2 months and 2 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 4, 1863, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reitenauer, Anna (nee Warmkessel)

Ill for the past three weeks with a complication of ailments, Mrs. Anna Reitenauer, wife of Herbert L. Reitenauer of 516 Gordon street, died last evening shortly after 8 o'clock at the Allentown hospital, where she had been a patient for a little more than a week. She was in her 43rd year. Mrs. Reitenauer was born at Mertztown, Berks county, the daughter of the late Milton and Olivia Warmkessel. For the past 21 years, she has been a resident of this city and in that time has made for herself a wide circle of friends throughout the community. While she was a member of the Jordan Lutheran church, Mrs. Reitenauer attended services faithfully at Grace Reformed church in this city. She was a home loving woman and was the mother of eight children, all of whom survive to mourn her loss. They are Alfred of this city, and Robert, Carl, Edith, Geraldine, Roy, Claude and Jean, all at home. Her husband also survives. Funeral arrangements have not as yet been completed.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 18, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reitenauer, Oscar Jr.

Services were held in the Milkins funeral Home, Temple, for Oscar Reitenauer Jr., who died of natural causes Feb. 20 in his Dietrich Court, Richmond Township residence. Burial was in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. He was the husband of Mary A. (Sohn) Reitenauer. Born in West Reading, he was a son of the late Oscar H. Sr. and Edith (Hassler) Reitenauer. Until retiring in 1996, he was employed as a cabinetmaker by Quaker Maid Kitchens, Leesport, for 17 years. He was last employed as a security guard by Reading Hospital. Reitenauer was an Army veteran. Also surviving are a son, Oscar H Reitenauer III, Mohrsville; two daughters, Virginia M. (Reitenauer) Levengood, Mertztown, and Patricia A. (Reitenauer) Valentine, Reading; and a stepdaughter, Linda E. (Bickel) Engle, Reading. There are also 24 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Francis Reitenauer, Orwigsburg, Schuylkill County, and two sisters, Edith (Reitenauer) Fick, Laureldale, and Joan (Reitenauer) Linderman, Riverview Park. He was predeceased by a stepdaughter, Darlene (Bickel) McKale, and a stepson, Edward Bickel.

Reith, Beulah (nee Buchman)

A caretaker at Dunbar's Twin Ponds near Breinigsville found the body of Mrs. Beulah Reith, a Topton woman, floating about 50 feet from the bank there at 10:45 o'clock yesterday morning. Coroner Alexander M. Peters said death was due to asphyxiation by drowning and set the time as approximately 7 p.m. Saturday. State police at Trexlertown said they had ‘run into a stone wall” tracing the woman's activities Saturday night, and that her husband, Alfred Reith, 225 Haas St., Topton, was not at home when they attempted to reach him yesterday. The pond, 300-500 feet long, is used for swimming. E. M. Snyder found the body, clad in a blue dress, and police said a sweater, handbag and note were discovered on the bank. Pvt. Joseph Vellin of the Trexlertown barracks is investigating. The body was released to the Schmoyer funeral home. Mrs. Reith was born in Weisenberg township, Lehigh county, a daughter of the late Dr. Daniel D. And Rosa (Snyder) Buchman. She was for a number of years a resident at New Tripoli R. 1, where she was a member of Ebenezer Lutheran church. She lived for eight years in Breinigsville prior to her marriage and for the last three years at Topton. In addition to her husband, she leaves a brother, Edwin F. Buchman, Allentown, and a step-brother, Abner Leiby, New Tripoli R. 1. Her parents and a brother, Daniel Buchman, preceded her in death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 8, 1947, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reith, William

A Berks county farmer was almost instantly killed last night at 8:10 o'clock when his auto was struck by the Queen of the Valley, crack Reading passenger train at Wagenhorst's Crossing in Berks county, between Alburtis and Shamrock. William Reith, 55, who conducted a farm near Shamrock was thrown from the auto on to the eastbound railroad tracks, after being dragged in his auto. The machine itself, an old model small sedan, was carried on the pilot of the engine for over three hundred feet before the flier came to a stop. Reith left his farm early last night to secure gas and oil for his machine and was on this journey when he met his death. Deputy Coroner Stanley Behm, of Bowers, viewed the remains and authorized Undertaker Clinton Schmoyer to remove Reith's body to his morgue at Breinigsville, The pilot of the engine was damaged in the accident and the train stopped at Shamrock, where the damage was repaired. It then continued on to Reading. No one on the train was injured in the accident. Reith was a well known farmer in the section between Alburtis and Shamrock, and his death came as a shock to his many friends in that vicinity. He is survived by his widow and four children, together with a number of grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 14, 1934, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reitnauer, Mrs. Abraham

Mrs. Abraham Reitnauer, aged 65 years, residing above New Berlinville, died on Monday. She leaves a husband and a son Mahlon and a daughter Malinda. Funeral at 10 o'clock today. Interment at Hill Church, under H.M. Houck.

Reitnauer, Amanda Elizabeth (nee Wetzel)

Amanda Elizabeth (nee Wetzel), widow of James Reitnauer, was killed at her home, near Seisholtzville, on Wednesday night at 10.30 o'clock, when she fell down a flight of stairs, fracturing her skull and neck. Mrs. Reitnauer was in her seventy-fifth year. Dr. E. H. Mohr, Jr., of Alburtis, was summoned but was unable to revive the woman, who had died almost instantaneously. Coroner Emmarell of Berks county instructed the physician to issue a certificate of accidental death, after which the body was removed to the Irwin D. DeLong undertaking establishment at Topton. Mrs. Reitnauer was born in Hoppenville, Montgomery county, a daughter of the late John and Mary (nee Schwenk) Wetzel. She was a devoted member of St. Peter's Reformed church in Upper Milford. Mr. Reitnauer passed away just about a year and a half ago. The deceased is survived by two sons, John, at home; and Mervin, of Macungie, R.D. W; a daughter, Mrs. William Lessig, of Macungie, R. D. 2; three grandchildren, one great-grandchild; a sister, Mrs. James Moyer, of Alburtis, and a brother, John W. Wetzel, of Green Lane. The funeral will be held on Monday afternoon at two o'clock, daylight saving time, from her late home, near Seisholtzville, Macungie R.D. w. Short services will take place there and continued service will be held in St. Peter's Reformed church, Upper Milford. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining, with Rev. James N. Blatt, of Old Zionsville, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 10, 1931, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reitnauer, Amelia M. (nee Fegley)

Mrs. Amelia M. Reitnauer, 89, formerly of Hancock, Mertztown R. 1, died Saturday night in Berks Heim. She was born in Longswamp Township, a daughter of the late J. Edwin and Margaret (Weiler) Fegley. She was a member of St. Paul's UCC, Mertztown. Her husband, Andrew Reitnauer, died in 1930. She is survived by three nieces and four nephews. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in St. Paul's UCC.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 30, 1957, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reitnauer, Clara E. (nee Snyder)

Mrs. Clara E. (Snyder) Reitnauer, 75, of Barto, R. 1, (Huffs Church), died Monday at her late home. The wife of John A. Reitnauer, she and her husband would have marked their 55th wedding anniversary today. Born in Upper Milford Township, Lehigh County, she was a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Wetzel) Snyder. She was a member of Huffs Evangelical and Reformed Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, warren D. Reitnauer, Barto R. 1; three daughters, Elsie, wife of Nevin N. Benfield, Boyertown, Bertha, wife of Clarence G. Reitnauer, Macungie R.D., and Helen, wife of Raymond D. Wolfgang, at home; a brother, George H. Snyder, Newton Falls, Ohio, six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 27, 1953, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reitnauer, John A.

John A. Reitnauer, 83, of Huff's Church, Barto R.D., died yesterday in Wernersville Hospital. Born in Berks County, a son of the late Daniel and Sarah Augolf Reitnauer, he was a retired merchant. Reitnauer was a member of the Lutheran wing of Huff's Union Church and the church choir and Perkiomen Lodge No. 595 F. & A.M., East Greenville. Surviving are a son, Warren D., Huff's Church; three daughters, Mrs. Nevin N. Benfield, Boyertown; Mrs. Clarence G. Reitnauer of Siesholtzville, and Mrs. Raymond D. Wolfgang, Topton; a sister, Mrs. Katie Arndt, Gilbertsville, Montgomery County, one brother, William Reitnauer, Bechtelsville R.D.; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. His wife, Clara E. Snyder Reitnauer preceded him in death. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Huff's Church. Viewing will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday in the Hoffman Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville. A masonic service will be at 8 p.m. Monday in the funeral home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 21, 1959, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reitnauer, Mervin J.

Mervin J. Reitnauer, 72, retired employe of the Bally Block Works, died Sunday night at his home, Macungie R. 1, near Seisholtzville, where he had been ill and bedfast for several months. Born in Longswamp township, he was a son of the late James and Amanda (Wetzel) Reitnauer. He was of the Reformed faith and was the treasurer of the Modern Woodmen of American Camp 11071, Seisholtzville. Surviving are his wife, the former Laura H. Moll, a son Clarence G., Macungie R. 1, a grandson, Harold A. Reitnauer, two great grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Mary Lessig, and brother, John D. Reitnauer, both of Macungie R. 1.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 29, 1949, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reitnauer, Sarah M.

Stricken ill a week ago, Mrs. Sarah M. Reitnauer, died unexpectedly on Saturday at 7 p.m. at her home, 840 Chestnut St., Emmaus. She was 77 years old. Born in Berks county, she was a daughter of the late William and Catherine, nee Wingert, Geisinger. She was a member of the Reformed wing of Huff's church. Surviving are three sons, William of Reading; Earl of Emmaus and Lloyd, a staff sergeant in the Army, serving in the South Pacific; three daughters, Mrs. Samuel Fox of Huff's church; Mrs. John Reese and Mrs. Garvin Kneedler, both of Emmaus; 16 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren; a brother, Oscar Geisigner, Dryville, and a sister, Mrs. Howard High, Reading. Funeral services will be held at the home of a neighbor, Horace W. Schantz, at 838 Chestnut St., Emmaus, on Thursday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. J. N. Blatt will officiate. Interment will be in the Northwood cemetery, Emmaus.

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

Reitnauer, William B.

The funeral of William B. Reitnauer, who died at the home of his grandson, Benneville Reitnauer, at Emaus, took place from the residence of his son-in-law, Daniel R. Moyer. After brief services at the house the cortege in automobiles, proceeded to Hill Church where further services were conducted by Rev. H. W. Warmkessell of Reading. The deceased's age was 96 years, 3 months and 16 days. He was born in Washington Township, August 12, 1824 being a son of Samuel Reitnauer, whose remains are buried at the same church. His early years he spent in Bechtelsville, but for many years Fredericksville was his home, until 1913, when his wife died. He went to Eshbach to live with his son, Samuel. Since that he lived with his children and grandchildren up to the time of his death.

He was a veteran of the Civil War and served in Co. G. 167th Regiment of the drafted militia of 1862, under Capt. William A. Schall. He was mustered in November 12, 1862 and fought at Blackwater and Deserted Farm in Virginia under Col. Charles A. Knodered and Gen. A. Roger Pryor. He was mustered out on August 12, 1863.

He learned shoemaking in his youth, which trade he followed all his life until his eyesight became impaired. He taught school for a number of years. No English books were used at that time, as instructions were in German. The Psalms and the New Testament were the only readers which were provided by the parents or pupils themselves. The tuition was a few cents per day for each child, paid by the parents. During the summertime the country shoemaker had very little to do. He did a great deal of farm work or whatever he found to do, but of late years he had not been able to do any hard labor.

The deceased was married to Eliza daughter of Peter Geiger and wife, Mary (nee Babb), on August 6, 1854. The union was blessed with six sons and three daughters, of whom two sons and one daughter preceded him in death. His wife died June 10, 1913, at the age of 84 years, 1 month and 18 days. He is survived by four sons and two daughters: Samuel, Eschbach; Frank, Hancock; James, near Pikeville; Henry, Reading; Mary, wife of Daniel R. Moyer, near this place; Catharine, wife of Wilson Swavely, Coplay. Interment was made in the local cemetery. Claton Moyer of Bechtelsville, funeral director had charge.

Reitz, George J.

Services were held for George Jonathan Reitz, 83, formerly of Birdsboro and Sinking Spring, who died June 18 in his residence at Landis Homes Retirement Community, Lititz, Lancaster County.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Jeanette R. (Clouser) Reitz in 1980 and by his second wife, Norma (Ori) Reitz, in 1999.
Born in St. Peters, Chester County, he was employed for 37 years as a product supervisor by Arco Pipeline, Montello, retiring in 1982.
He was an Army veteran of World War II.
Surviving are two daughters, Patricia A. (Reitz) Barth, Pennside, and Cheryl Lynn (Reitz) Thomas, Lititz, Lancaster County.
Other survivors include a brother, Kenneth Reitz, Robeson Township; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.
The Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro, handled the arrangements.

Renninger, Anna L.

Services were held for Anna L. Renninger, 91, of Topton, formerly of Boyertown, who died June 2 in the Topton Lutheran Home in Longswamp.
Born in Boyertown, she graduated from the Boyertown Area High School in 1929 and later from Kutztown State University.
She taught at Colebrookdale Elementary School in the Boyertown Area School District for 42 years before retiring in 1976.
She was a member of the St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church in Boyertown.
She was a member of the Faith Chapter No. 444 of the Order of the Eastern Star in Boyertown; the Boyertown Berks County, state and national Retired Teachers Associations; the Boyertown Golden Age Club and Chorus; the Boyertown Area Multi-Services; and the Kutztown University Alumni Association.
She is survived by a nephew and a niece.
She was preceded in death by two sisters and four brothers.
Contributions may be made to the St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 45 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512.
Burial was in Fairview Cemetery in Boyertown.
The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

Renninger, Harrison

Renninger--On the 16th inst., in this city, Harrison, son of Abraham D. and Abigail K. Renninger, aged 2 years and 12 days.

Renninger, John Jacob

On the 15th ult., in Brecknock, Lancaster county, John Jacob, oldest son of Jacob and Catharine Renninger, aged 13 years, 8 months and 10 days.

Renninger, Wilmer M.

Services were held for Wilmer M. Renninger, 79, of the Frederick Mennonite Home in Frederick, formerly of Hoffmansville Road in Frederick. Renninger died February 14 in the home. He was the husband of Eleanor M. (Schott) Renninger. Born in Frederick, he was a farmer. He also worked for Ehst Custom Kitchens in Boyertown installing and manufacturing custom cabinetry for 15 years, retiring when he was 65. Renninger was a member of New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church in Gilbertsville. He was a life member of Sassamansville Fire Co. No. 1. In addition to his wife of 49 years, he is survived by two nieces and a nephew. He was predeceased by two brothers and a sister. Contributions may be made to New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2941 Lutheran Road, Gilbertsville, PA 19512. Burial was in New Hanover Lutheran Church Cemetery. The Morrell Funeral Home, Boyertown, handled the arrangements.

Renno, David M.

Renno--In this city, on the 18th inst., David M. Renno, in the 81st year of his age. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, No. 228 North 6th street, on Thursday, Sept. 25th, 1890, at 2 o'clock p.m. Services at St. John's Lutheran church. Interment at Aulenbach's cemetery.

Renno, Mary Ann

In Upper Bern, April 24th, Mrs. Mary Ann Renno, wife of William Renno, aged 47 years and 5 days.

Reno, Joseph F.

Joseph F. Reno, father of Judge Claude T. Reno of the Superior Court, and former Attorney General of Pennsylvania, died last evening at his residence, 1246 Linden St. Mr. Reno, ill for less than a week, was in his 90th year. He enjoyed excellent health prior to his short illness. Born at Womelsdorf, Berks county, on Nov. 26, 1853, he lived in North Carolina during the War Between the States. Returning to Pennsylvania, the elder Reno taught school in Berks county for a number of years. For a time Mr. Reno conducted a grocery store at 6th and Turner Sts., on the site of the old Allentown post office. During the last 40 years of his active business life, until retirement 10 years ago, he was engaged as a traveling salesman. Surviving are his wife, Millie J., nee Trexler, aged 90 years; three sons, Claude T., Allentown; Fred L., Detroit, and Harvey L., Philadelphia; one grandson, Roger L. Reno, Allentown, and two great grandsons, John and Michael.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, July 25, 1943, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Renshaw, William

On the 20th William Renshaw husband of Mary A (nee Lengel) Renshaw of 101 Wilson Ave., Stony Creek Mills, age 78 years. Services from Theo C Auman Inc. 247 Penn St. Friday at 11 A.M. Internment in Aulenbach Cemetery Friends may call Thursday Evening.

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

Rentschler, Amanda A.

Bernville. Jan. 5. Amanda A. Rentschler, 30, daughter of the late Perry and Susanna (Seaman) Rentschler, died at the home of her sister, Mrs. George Noecker, in Penn township, near here. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Michael's Union Church, Tilden township. Surviving are a brother, Daniel, of near Leesport; seven sisters, Esther, of Hamburg; Rebecca, wife of Tillman Frantz, of Lehighton; Lillie Kauffman, of Berne; Mary E. Kauffman, of Hamburg; Katie, wife of Frank Kramer, of Waverly, Va.; Clara, wife of George Noecker, of Penn township, and Carrie, wife of Charles Steely, of Hamburg, and one step-sister, Mary Epler, of Reading. Funeral services Monday at 1:30 p.m. in the Burkey Funeral Home, Hamburg, with the Rev. L.R. Miller officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Hamburg.

Rentschler, Anne Rebecca

In Penn, May 11th, Anne Rebecca, daughter of Franklin F. and Priscilla Rentschler, aged 3 years, 10 months and 27 days.

Rentschler, Barbara K.

Barbara K. Rentschler, 64, Exeter Township, died of natural causes July 1 at 6:35 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient for more than two weeks. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of the late Gerald L. Sr. and Edna M. (Lees) Wolfe. Rentschler had been employed for 25 years as a braider operator by Polymer Corp., Northmont, retiring in 1998. She is survived by a daughter, Tina M. (Kuehn) Plengsri, Simpsonville, S.C. Other survivors include three brothers: Ronald P. Wolfe, Bernville; Harold E. Wolfe, Kenhorst; and Franklin D. Wolfe, Oley; and three sisters: Joan A. (Wolfe) Hall, Reading; Lovesta V. (Wolfe) Greth, Spring Township; and Shirley F. (Wolfe) Palm, Mount Penn. There are also two grandchildren. Graveside services will be Friday at 11:30 a.m. in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, is in charge of arrangements.

Rentschler, Caroline and Franklin

Rentschler-In Upper Bern, on January 1st, Caroline, aged 4 years and 22 days; on January 5th, Franklin, aged 9 years, 9 months and 7 days; both children of Michael G. and Caroline Rentschler.

Rentschler, Clara F.

Berks woman is dead at 101. Clara F. Rentschler, 101, died Monday afternoon in her residence at 2552 Fairview Ave., Mt. Penn. She was the widow of Morris K. Rentschler, who died Oct. 14, 1960. Born in Maidencreek Twp., she was a daughter of the late James B and Catherine (Betz) Reis. She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church. Surviving are a daughter, Eva Allen with whom she resided; three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Sanders Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Rentschler, Daniel

Rentschler - In Upper Bern, December 18th, Daniel, son of Henry & Elizabeth Rentschler, aged 5 months and 14 days.

Rentschler, Elizabeth

In Upper Bern, February 11th, Elizabeth Rentschler, wife of William Rentschler, aged 65 years, 4 months and 25 days.

Rentschler, Ellemia

In Centre, February 19th, Ellemia, daughter of Daniel P. and Sybilla Rentschler, aged 1 year and 6 days.

Rentschler, Fuhrman

Fuhrman Rentschler, 75, of 49 Center St., Ringtown, Schuylkill Co., died Saturday night in St. Joseph Medical Center, Hazelton, Luzerne Co. where he had been a patient for several weeks. He was the husband of Gertrude (Williams) Rentschler. Born in Ringtown, he was a son of Henry and Pearl (Fuhrman) Rentschler. Rentschler had been employed by the former Refractory Sand Co., Allentown, until retiring. A member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Ringtown, he was a former councilman. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Robert, a resident of Oley, and Donald, Ringtown; and two daughters, Gladys Rentschler, Reading and Susan Fritz, Bloomsburg. Also 10 grandchildren and a brother, Judson, Ringtown.

Rentschler, Helen D.

Helen D. Rentschler, 92, Hyde Park, died June 30 at 3:20 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient for one week. Her husband, Raphael A. Rentschler, died April 14, 2001. Born in Perry Township, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Amy (Stitzel) Dunkelberger. Rentschler, along with her husband, operated Madeira Field Airport, Muhlenberg Township, for many years. They later owned and operated Rentschler Studebaker Auto Dealership, Temple, until retiring. She was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Leesport. Rentschler is survived by a brother, Paul Dunkelberger, Lebanon. Memorial services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple. Burial will be in Leesport Cemetery.

Rentschler, Isabella

In Penn, June 2d, Isabella, daughter of George K. and Amanda Rentschler, aged 4 years, 1 month and 14 days.

Rentschler, Jacob

In Bernville, January 28th, Jacob Rentschler, aged 69 years, 9 months and 25 days.

Rentschler, Jeffrey A.

Services for Jeffrey A. Rentschler, 19, will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in Reading Moravian Church. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, is in charge of arrangements. Rentschler, Jefferson Township, was killed in a one-car crash along Host Church Road in the township April 8 at about 4:50 p.m., officials said. He was pronounced dead at the scene by the Berks County coroner, Dr. Nicholas Bybel. Born in Reading, he was a son of Steven G. and Denise J. (Pinkerton) Rentschler, at home. Rentschler had been employed as a waiter by the Heidelberg Country Club, last working within a week of his death. He was a member of Reading Moravian Church. Rentschler was a 2003 graduate of Tulpehocken High School and was attending Alvernia College, where he was a member of the golf team. He is also survived by a sister, Kayla J. Rentschler, at home, and his maternal grandmother, Jean M. (Kline) Pinkerton, Myerstown, Lebanon County.

Rentschler, Joseph

Rentschler, Julia P. (nee Pepper)

Julia P. Rentschler, 89, formerly of Reading, died June 6 at 4:30 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient one day. She was taken to the hospital from Columbia Cottage, Spring Township, where she had resided since August 2003. Her husband, Dr. Calvin B. Rentschler, died May 20, 1973. Born in Tamaqua, she was a daughter of the late Harry F. and Susan (Brode) Pepper. Rentschler was last employed as a registered nurse by Reading Hospital. She was a graduate of Reading High School and a 1937 graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing. Rentschler was a member of St. Michael's Church, Tilden Township. Surviving are three sons: Donald P., Stratford, N.J.; Curtis P., Reading; and Norman P., Provo, Utah. Other survivors include three daughters: Betty Rentschler, in Kansas; Claudia (Rentschler) Smith, Concord, N.H.; and Judy (Rentschler) Schadler, Fleetwood. There are also 25 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Homer P. Rentschler, in 1961. Services will be private.

Rentschler, Kitty Ann

In Upper Bern, September 9th, Kitty Ann, daughter of Michael and Caroline Rentschler, aged 16 years, 5 months and 29 days.

Rentschler, Michael

In Penn, May 11th, Michael, son of George K. and Amanda Rentschler, aged 9 years and 15 days.

Rentschler, Milton C.

In Schuylkill Haven, on the 10th inst., Milton C. Rentschler, aged 59 years, 6 months and 1 days. Relatives and friends, also members of Camp 446, P.O.S. of A., of Centerport, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of his daughter Mrs. Ira Imboden, Schuylkill Haven, Monday at 9 a.m. Services at Belleman's Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment in adjoining Cemetery.

Rentschler, Robert S.

Robert S. Rentschler, 78, formerly of Womelsdorf, died June 23 at 4:05 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township, where he had resided eight days. He was the husband of Patricia A. (Longenecker) Rentschler, Reading. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Stephen and Dorothy (Dunn) Rentschler. Rentschler was employed for 25 years by AT&T, Reading Works, until his retirement. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Rentschler was a member of Nativity Lutheran Church, Reading. He was a graduate of Bowman's Engraving, Lancaster. Rentschler is also survived by a son, Keith S., Hamburg; and two daughters, Kim R. (Rentschler) Leibensperger, Auburn, Schuylkill County, and Kristie L. (Rentschler) Hudzik, West Lawn. Other survivors include a brother, Donald, Denver, Lancaster County. There are also 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be private. The Sanders Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Rentschler, Sarah Jane

In Upper Bern, August 4th, Sarah Jane, daughter of Michael G. and Caroline Rentschler, aged 1 year, 7 months, and 3 days.

Rentschler, Simon

In Upper Bern, on September 28th, Simon Rentschler, husband of Elizabeth Stoudt, aged 78 years, 4 months and 12 days.

Rentschler, Wayne A.

Wayne A. Rentschler, 78, of 720 1/2 Moss St. died Friday at 4:15 pm in his residence. His wife, Carolyn M. (Einsick) Rentschler died in May of 1961. Born in Centerport, he was a son of the late Willis P. and Minnie D. (Zerby) Rentschler. He was employed as a foundry worker by Rockwell International, Wyomissing, for more than 25 years, retiring in 1977. He was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church. Surviving are two daughters, Vivian A., wife of John L. Symons, Reading, and Shirley M., wife of George L. Borden, Mohnton; two brothers, Paul Z., West Lawn, and Raymond S., Temple; and three sisters, Dorothy I., wife of Clark T. Miller, and Gloria L., wife of Lester Unger, both of Centerport, and Anna wife of Calvin Bair, Leesport. There are also six grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. Leibensberger Funeral Home, Inc., Centerport is in charge of arrangements.

Rentschler, Wilson Daniel

In Shartelsville, Feb. 11th, Wilson Daniel, son of Jefferson F. R. and Mary Emeline Rentschler, aged 2 years, 2 months and 4 days.

Repa, Mary I.

Mary I. Repa, 85, of Quakertown, died May 27, 2003 in LifeQuest Nursing Center, Milford Township.
She was the wife of Walter Repa Sr. They were married for 64 years last August.
Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Lucas) Florek.
She was a retired office manager for Walter Repas Garage in Quakertown. Prior to that she worked for the former Waxmans in Quakertown.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by one son, Walter, of Quakertown; three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Gary.
Services were held May 30.
Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of ones choice.
Arrangements: C. R.Strunk Funeral Home Inc., 821 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951.

Replogle, Martha M. (nee Meinhardt)

Martha Meinhardt Replogle, 92, formerly of Reading, died June 7 at 12:58 a.m. in Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where she had resided since Dec. 24, 2002. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Edward W. and Susanna E. (Bailey) Meinhardt. Replogle was employed by the U.S. Government's mint bureau of printing and engraving in Washington, D.C. She was later employed for several years as an office and store worker by Pomeroy's and W.T. Grant department stores, both of Reading. She was last employed by K-mart, Cumru Township, retiring in 1980. She was a 1930 graduate of Reading High School. Replogle was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, Reading. Surviving is a daughter, Joan E. (Replogle) Kruk, Mohnton. Other survivors include a sister, S. Wilhelmina (Meinhardt) Hess, Wyomissing. There are also three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Charles Evans Cemetery. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Reppert, Alfred

Alfred Reppert, a retired farmer, died at 6:15 o'clock yesterday at the residence of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Braim, Breinigsville R.F.D., aged 70 years, 11 months and 3 days. He suffered a stroke ten days prior to his death. Mr. Reppert was born in Greenwich Township, Berks county, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Reppert. He was a member of the Grimsville Lutheran church. Surviving are three sons, Floyd, of Breinigsville R.D.; Private First Class Norman Reppert, U.S.A., now in Europe; Warren, Breinigsville R.F.D.; and six daughters, Mrs. Raymond Wink, Reading; Mrs. Harvey Kline, Shoemakersville; Mrs. Clarence Braim, with whom she resided; Mrs. Titus Adams, Kutztown; Mrs. Harvey Merkle, Breinigsville; Mrs. Charles Handwerk, Hamburg. Also surviving are 27 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and four brothers, Thomas and Oliver, Hamburg; James, Royersford; and Edwin, Kutztown. The funeral will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Schmoyer Funeral home in Breinigsville. interment will be in Grimsville church. Rev. Brumbaugh will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 20, 1944, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Alfred A.

Alfred A. Reppert, of Longdale, Mertztown, R.F.D. No 1, died there at his home on Saturday afternoon at 1:40 o'clock after an illness from complications. Mr. Reppert, who was in his 61st year, was bedfast for about two weeks prior to his death, although he was ailing for some time. He was born in Longswamp township, a son of Stephen and Susanna, nee Angstadt, Reppert, and was a shoemaker by trade. He was a faithful member of the Longswamp church and was highly respected and esteemed by a host of friends. Fraternally he was affiliated with Camp 172, P.O.S. of A., of Topton. He is survived by his widow, Alice L., nee Schell; two sons, Clarence A., of Mertztown, R. F. D. No. 1, and Harry S., of Mertztown, R.F.D. No. 2; four grandchildren and two sisters and a brother, Mrs. Peter Drey, of Breinigsville; Mrs. William Mummaw, of Easton, and William Reppert of Shamrock. The funeral will be held from his late residence on Thursday morning at 10 o'clock. Brief services will be held at the house with continued services in the Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, January 30, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Alice Mary (nee Day)

Alice Mary, (nee Day), wife of Charles Reppert, aged 49 years, 10 months and 10 days, died from Bright's disease at Topton Tuesday. She is survived by her husband, an adopted son, Russell; four sisters and two brothers. Funeral services will be held at the family residence on Thursday evening at 7.30, by Rev. W. F. Bond. Interment private in Highland cemetery, Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 10, 1918, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Amandus

Stricken with a heart attack while at work at the Bethlehem Steel plant at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Amandus Reppert, 58, of 51 E. Washington St., Topton, died before medical attention could be administered. Mr. Reppert was a son of the late August and Catherine Eck Reppert. There survive the wife and several brothers and sisters. The body was removed to the DeLong funeral home, Topton. Funeral arrangements will be completed.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 10, 1943, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Amandus

Funeral services for Amandus Reppert of 51 E. Washington St., Topton, who died Monday while at work at the Bethlehem Steel plant, will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the DeLong funeral home, 107 S. Home St., Topton. Continued services will be held in St. Paul's church, Lobachsville, with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. L. L. Lengel will officiate. Mr. Reppert, who was 58 years old, suffered a heart attack while at work and died before medical aid reached him. He was employed by the Steel Co. for the past year and formerly for 20 years, was a truck driver for the Caloric Gas Stove Co. in Topton. Born in Pike county, he was a son of the late Augustus and Catherine, nee Eck, Reppert. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's church, Lobachsville. Surviving are his wife, Beulah A., nee Gambler, Reppert; a stepson, Seaman Second Class Charles Gambler, Portsmouth, Va.; and these sisters and brothers: Annie, wife of Harry Ritter, Boyertown; Mary, wife of Augustus Schaller; Elda, wife of Charles Krimmel; Catherine, wife of William Beck, all of Lancaster; Mabel, widow of Charles Ernest, Dover, N.J.; Daniel, Joseph, Peter and Charles Reppert, Boyertown, and William Reppert, Doylestown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 11, 1943, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Annie E. (nee Minner)

Mrs. Annie E. Reppert, 74, widow of Penrose Reppert, died on Wednesday at her home, W. 2nd St., Alburtis. Born in District township, Berks county, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Katherine (Fegley) Minner. She was a member of the Lutheran faith. She is survived by one daughter, Clara M., wife of Harvey Shoemaker, with whom she resided; two sons, Clinton H., Alburtis, and Irwin J., Shamrock, Berks county; three brothers, William, Allentown; Albert, Mertztown R. 1, and Irwin, Alburtis; one sister, Stella, wife of Alvin Howerter, Alburtis; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 19, 1948, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Arthur Leroy

Arthur Leroy, infant son of Milton F. and Cora Reppert (nee Herbst), died yesterday morning, aged 1 year, 3 months and 5 days. The parents and one sister survive. The funeral will be held on Tuesday from the parent's residence, 356 North Third street, at 7:30 a.m. Burial and services at Huff's church, Berks county.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 14, 1912, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, C. Henry

Died. On the 6th inst., near Huff's Church, C. Henry Reppert, aged 65 years, 1 month and 2 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 28, 1897, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Child

Reppert, Clarence J.

Clarence J. Reppert, 44, 1009 Noble St., Kutztown, died Saturday at Reading hospital after a short illness. Reppert was for 15 years an employee of the Kutztown foundry and Machine Corp., and during the past three years was a foreman there. Born in Maxatawny township, Berks county, he was a son of George and Sarah (Miller) Reppert. He was a member of the Lyons Fire Co., Lyons, as well as the Kutztown Fire Co. and FOE, Kutztown. Surviving in addition to his parents are his wife, Mrs. Gertie A. (Kutz) Reppert; two daughters, Miriam A. and Leona M. Reppert, at home; a granddaughter, Rosaria Reppert, at home; and a sister, Ida, wife of Matthias Angstadt, Fleetwood. Rev. Paul E. Schmoyer will conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Fritz funeral home, Kutztown, with continued services in St. Paul's Reformed church and burial in Hope cemetery, Kutztown. Calling hours are from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 2, 1947, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Dorothy H. (nee Hoffman)

Dorothy H. Reppert, 85, Exeter Township, formerly of Oley, died June 5 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient for one day. Her husband, Floyd M. Reppert, died Dec. 19, 1983. Born in Seisholtzville, Hereford Township, she was a daughter of the late John and Maude (Hilbert) Hoffman. Reppert was co-founder and operator of Reppert's Candy, Oley, from 1956-1979. She is survived by a daughter, Joyce E. Reppert, Exeter Township. Other survivors include two sisters, Arlene (Hoffman) Reichert, Topton, and Lillian (Hoffman) Landis, Seisholtzville; and two brothers, Leroy Hoffman, Hereford, and Willard Hoffman, Macungie, Lehigh County. There are also two granddaughters. She was predeceased by a son, Richard A., on Feb. 3. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley. Burial will be in Oley Cemetery, Spangsville.

Reppert, Edgar J.

Edgar J. Reppert, 87, of 5991 Main St., Fogelsville, died yesterday in the Mosser Nursing Home, Trexlertown, where he had been a patient for the past several weeks. He was born in Topton, Berks County, a son of the late Henry and Sarah (George) Reppert. He had lived in Alburtis for 34 years and Emmaus 31 years prior to moving to Fogelsville two and one half years ago, where he lived at the home of his daughter and son-in-law at the Main Street address. Until his retirement he had been a clerk in several food stores in the Lehigh Valley. He and his widow, Mrs. Cora F. (Frederick) Reppert celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary last December. He was a member of the Zion Lehigh Lutheran Church, Alburtis R. 1, and served on the church council for many years. Besides his widow, he is survived by a daughter, Lottie, wife of John P. Mohr of Fogelsville, one grandson and two great-granddaughters. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday from the Keller Funeral Home, Fogelsville. Viewing will be 12 noon to 1 p.m. Saturday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 13, 1966, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Eva M.

Eva M. Reppert, also known as Eve M. Reppert, 84, died July 7 in her residence in Muhlenberg Township. Her husband, Bruce V. Reppert, died July 26, 1999. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late William F. and Ella N. (Smith) Weidenheimer. Reppert was the owner-operator of the Eden Flower Shop, Pembroke Pines, Fla. She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Reading. Surviving are a son, Michael B. Reppert, and a stepson, Bruce E. Reppert, both of Reading. Other survivors include three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a daughter, Judith (Reppert) Juranis, in 1977. Services and burial will be private. Henninger Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Reppert, Fianna

Fianna, wife of Harry Reppert, died Saturday at her late home in Maxatawny, at the age of 84 years. Death was due to general debility. She suffered a stroke about six months ago and was bedfast for the past two weeks. Deceased is survived by the husband, two sons, John, at home; Harvey at Mertztown and one daughter, Mrs. Emma Kerchner, Allentown. A brother, William, Mertztown R. 1 and these sisters also remain: Mrs. Aemilia Zumkeller, Mrs. Catherine Schmidt, Reading; Mrs. Jacob Gerhard, Topton; Mrs. Susan Kressley, Allentown. Four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. Mrs. Reppert was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church. The funeral will take place from the late residence, Thursday afternoon at two o'clock, with Rev. Meckstroth officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 11, 1921, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Francis

Mr. Francis Reppert, of Mertztown, died on Sunday night and will be buried at Kutztown, the place of his birth, to-morrow, Thursday.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 25, 1896, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Harry

Harry Reppert, of Rothrocksville, Maxatawny, passed away at a ripe age after some years of suffering with infirmities. Funeral services were held on Thursday at 1.30 p.m. at the house, followed by further services and interment at the Longswamp church. Both pastors, Rev. William L. Meckstroth and Rev. William F. Bond will participate. Undertaker Clinton Schmoyer, of Breinigsville, is in charge.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 31, 1922, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Harry A.

Harry A. Reppert, a well known resident of near Albany Station, Berks county, died Friday at his home from complications in his 49th year. Mr. Reppert was for many years foreman at the Atlas Mineral Pure Co., plant at Albany. Later he took up farming. He is survived by his widow, Mary, nee Dankel; his mother, Mrs. William Mummaw, Easton, and three children, one son, Charles, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Norman Reith, New Tripoli, and Mrs. Charles Deutsch, Mohrsville. One grandchild and two step brothers and one step sister, William, Easton; Fred, Lehighton, and Mrs. Charles Nagle, Easton, also survive. The funeral will be held from his late home on Tuesday at 12.30 p.m., standard time. Funeral services and burial will take place at Longswamp church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, June 21, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Harry B.

Harry B. Reppert, an aged and respected resident of Maxatawny, died at the residence of his son, John O. Reppert, on Friday afternoon at 4.30 of ailments incident to old age. He was 85 years, 10 months and 18 days old. Mr. Reppert was well preserved for his age up to about a year and a half ago, when he began to grow weaker and had to take to his bed on December 11, 1921, and had been bedfast since. He was a cabinetmaker by trade, but later took up farming, living practically a retired life for the last twenty years. His wife preceded him in death about a year ago. Deceased is survived by two sons, John O. Reppert, of Maxatawny, and Harvey F. Reppert, of Mertztown; a daughter, Mrs. Emma Kerschner, of Allentown; on sister, Mrs. Amanda Easht, of Boyertown; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp church. Funeral on Thursday afternoon from his late home at 1.30, with continued services and burial at Longswamp church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 27, 1922, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Harvey F.

Harvey F. Reppert, a former businessman, died of Bright's disease on Monday morning at the home of his brother, John O. Reppert, Maxatawny, aged 61 years, 4 months and 9 days. Mr. Reppert was a son of Harry and Fianna (Walbert) Reppert, and was born in Berks county. After completing a course in the elementary schools of Berks county, he enrolled at the Kutztown State Normal school. For some time later he assisted his father on the farm and then worked as a clerk in the Fritch and Wagonhorst stores at Mertztown. Some years ago Mr. Reppert and his brother formed a partnership and conducted a store at Zionsville, later buying a store in Maxatawny. At the same time, they operated a store in Northampton, deceased being in charge of this branch. The brothers sold out their two stores about twelve years ago, since which time Mr. Reppert had lived practically retired. His wife, Sarah Fritch, preceded him in death two years ago. One brother, John O. Reppert, of Maxatawny, and a sister, Mrs. Emma Kerschner, of this city, are the only survivors. Mr. Reppert was a member of Washington Camp, P.O.S. of A., of Topton, and of the Mertztown church and choir and the Mertztown Union Sunday school. Funeral services will be held from the home of his brother at Maxatawny on Friday afternoon at 1.30 standard time, with continued services and burial at the Mertztown church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 23, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Henry B.

The remains of Henry B. Reppert, a well and favorably known resident of Rothrocksville, were laid at rest on Thursday, March 29, at 2 p.m. at the Longswamp church. He was a son of Stephen Reppert and wife Elizabeth (nee (Batz), and was born in District township, Berks county, May 6, 1836, and baptized June 4, 1936, by Rev. Isaac Roeller. The sponsors were George Wessner and wife Sarah. One November 23, 1867, he was confirmed in the Huff's church by Rev. Alfred D. Croll. He was joined in marriage by the same pastor to Fianna Walbert on May 26, 1866. There were three children, all of whom survive: Harvey F., Mertztown; John O., Maxatawny, with whom the parents had made their home after retiring from the mercantile business; and Mrs. Emma Kerchner, of Allentown. There remain also four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Amanda Bast, of Boyertown, who is still a member of the family's original Huff's church. Later, when the deceased had moved to the East Penn valley, he became a member of the Longswamp church, where he served in the church council in various capacities for many years. His wife preceded him in death on the 9th of April last year. It can be said to their credit that when health permitted they were regular attendants at church. He passed away from general debility on Friday, March 24, at 4.30 p.m., aged 85 years, 10 months and 18 days. He was bedfast since December 11 last. The funeral director, Clinton Schmoyer, of Breinigsville, was in charge. Both pastors of the Longswamp church took part in the services. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth spoke in English and W. F. Bond in German.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 7, 1922, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Henry P.

Henry P. Reppert, 59, was found dead yesterday at his Lyons home. Berks County Deputy Coroner Dr. Lee Dunkleberger said that death resulted from natural causes. Born in Lyons, he was a son of the late Jeremiah and Mary (Hain) Reppert. He was employed by the Reading Railroad Co. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Lyons. There are no immediate survivors. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.

Reppert, Irvin D.

Irvin D. Reppert died on Monday at his home, near Monterey, Kutztown, R.D., aged 72 years. His wife, Jennie, died 20 years ago. Surviving are a daughter, Katie, wife of Samuel R. Brobst, Westtown, Chester county; seven grandchildren and three brothers, Nelson, Kutztown; Nicholas, of Trexlertown, and Henry Reppert, Allentown. Funeral services Friday at 1:30 p.m.

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

Reppert, Irvin F.

Services were held in Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Irvin F. Reppert, 82, formerly of Bethel Township, who died March 26 in his Country Lane, Upper Tulpehocken Township residence. Burial was in Fairview (Belleman's) Cemetery, Centre Township. He was the husband of Amy G. (Heckman) Reppert. Born in Upper Bern Township, he was a son of the late Irvin O. and Pearl V. (Fritz) Reppert. Until retiring in 1988, he was the owner/operator of Reppert's Garage, Bethel Township, for 38 years. Also surviving are two sons, Glenn G. Reppert, with whom he resided, nad Robert L. Reppert, Bethel Township. There are also three grandsons and three great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Dorothy (Reppert) Boyer, Burbank, Calif., and Betty (Reppert) Schappell, Windsor Township. He was predeceased by a son, David A. Reppert, who died in 1941.

Reppert, Irwin J.

Irwin J. Reppert, 62, of Shamrock, Berks County, husband of Mabel E. (Fenstermacher) Reppert, died Saturday night in Allentown Hospital. He was admitted as a patient July 20. Born in Hereford Township, Oct. 29, 1894, he was a son of the late Penrose and Lizzie (Minner) Reppert. He had been employed as a shipping clerk at Atlas Mineral Products, Inc., Mertztown, and was a member of Topton Fire Co., Topton Legion Post, and the Alburtis Rod and Gun Club. Surviving are his wife and a son, Paul H., Shamrock; two daughters, Lillian, wife of Charles Bower, Shamrock, and Mrs. Edna Maurer, Mertztown R. 1; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; a sister, Clara, wife of Harvey Shoemaker, Alburtis, and a brother, Clinton Reppert of Topton. A son, Russell, preceded him in death. Services will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday at the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 29, 1957, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, John B.

John B. Reppert, 49, of 336 Lakefront Drive, Deer Lake, died Thursday morning at Pottsville Hospital, where he had been a patient since Monday. He was born in Port Clinton. He was employed by the former Burkey's Knitting Mills, Hamburg, and the Hamburg Broom Works. He was last employed as a laborer for six years by the former Delta Truck Body, Perry Township, Berks County, last working in 1989. He was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Port Clinton. He was a former vice president of the Port Clinton Fire Company. Surviving are two sons, Jesse J., Saint Clair, and John B. Jr., Palo Alto;; a stepson, Gary L. Heffner, at home; a stepdaughter, Cynthia J. Heffer, at home; two brothers, Francis L., Port Clinton, and Ronald W., New Ringgold; a sister, Patricia P. Dunkle, RD Orwigsburg; a companion, Jean A. Wenrich Heffner, with whom he resided; three grandchildren. Services will be private. Interment will be in Port Clinton Cemetery. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Reppert, John O.

John O. Reppert, 78, former Zionsville and Maxatawny storekeeper, a brother of Mrs. Emma Kerschner, Allentown, died at 7 a.m. Friday at home in Maxatawny. He had been in failing health for over a year and bedfast three months. He was a director and secretary of the Kutztown National bank and for the last 15 years had been the tax collector of Maxatawny township, Berks county. For many years, Mr. Reppert operated a general merchandise store in Zionsville. Later, with a brother, he operated stores in Northampton and Maxatawny. Following his retirement, he conducted a small farm at Maxatawny. Besides his office of tax collector, he also served as treasurer of the Maxatawny township supervisors. He was a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of the late Harry and Fianna (Walbert) Reppert. He was a member of the Zionsville Lutheran church. Mr. Reppert was also affiliated with Lehigh Lodge 326, F. and A.M., Trexlertown, and Lehigh consistory, Allentown. His wife, the former Alice Borger, died five months ago. Surviving are two daughters, Mabel M., at home, and Mildred L., wife of Joseph Hamsher, Topton, two grandchildren, and his sister, Mrs. Kershner, Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 21, 1951, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Lee S.

Lee S. Reppert, 82, Fleetwood, died June 6 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient more than three weeks. His wife, Miriam C. (Wesner) Reppert, died Jan. 25. Born in West Reading, he was a son of the late Cyrus H. and Katie S. (Rothermel) Reppert. Reppert was employed for 45 years as a truck driver by Interstate Systems, Reading, until his retirement. He was a member of St. John's (Gernant's) United Church of Christ, Ontelaunee Township. Reppert was a life member of the Fleetwood Senior Citizens. Surviving are two brothers, Ray D., Sun City West, Ariz., and Royce R., West Reading; and two sisters, Bernice A. (Reppert) Witman, Surprise, Ariz., and Evelyn L. (Reppert) Schade, Port St. Lucie West, Fla. Services will be private. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Reppert, Lizzie S. (nee Weil)

Mrs. Lizzie S. Weil Reppert, 16 W. Race St., Catasauqua, for many years an employe of the Smith Candy Co., Catasauqua, died last night at Sacred Heart hospital. She was in her 59th year. A native of Topton, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Miller) Weil. She had resided in Catasauqua for 20 years. She worshiped according to the Lutheran faith. Surviving are her husband, Irwin H. Reppert; one daughter, Helen, wife of Joseph Schneider, Northampton; two sons, Willoughby and Robert, Catasauqua; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Arthur Silfies, Ashkun, Ill., and Mrs. James Snyder, Northampton, and two brothers, Peter Weil, Northampton, and Fred Weil, Weaversville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 1, 1950, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Mary E. (nee Dankel)

A scratch from the bone of a rabbit which she was dressing two weeks ago caused an infection and brought on the death by tularemia of Mrs. Mary E. Reppert, 59, Kempton, R. 2, near Albany station, early yesterday morning at St. Joseph's hospital, Reading. Mrs. Reppert was the widow of the late Harry A. Reppert and daughter of the late Henry Dankel and Sarah Epler Dankel. She was born in Lehigh county. She is survived by one son, Charles R. Kempton, two daughters, Mrs. Charles Fritch, Reading, and Mrs. Norman L. Smith, Kempton; three brothers, Edwin Dankel, Allentown, Morris Dankel, Langhorne and Charles Dankel, Mertztown, and nine grandchildren. She was employed at the Hamburg State Sanitorium and was a member of the Longswamp church on the Evangelical-Reformed side. The funeral will be held on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from her late home at Kempton R. 2 with further services in the Longswamp church. Rev. John Herbster will officiate. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 25, 1944, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Neida V.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Neida V. Reppert, formerly of Luther Meadows, Topton, who died April 25 in the Henry Health Care Center of the Lutheran Home at Topton, where she had been a resident since Oct. 2, 1995. Burial was in Longswamp Union Cemetery, Mertztown. She was predeceased by her husband, Warren A. Reppert, who died Feb. 18, 1975. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Horace R. and Emma C. (Pilgert) Yoder. Until retiring in 1965, she was employed by the Caloric Corp., Topton, for 13 years. She was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. Surviving are a daughter, Jean G. (Reppert) Greiss, Topton; a granddaughter; and a great-grandson.

Reppert, Penrose F.

Penrose F. Reppert died from complications on Thursday at his home in Shamrock, aged 56 years. Death followed an illness of four years. He was a son of the late James and Sarah (Spohn) Reppert. There survive his widow, Lizzie (Minner) Reppert; these children: Mrs. Harvey Shoemaker, Jr., and Clinton H. Reppert, at home, and Irwin J. Reppert, Mertztown; seven grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Herbert Osman, New Berlinsville. Funeral private on Tuesday at 2 p.m. Services at the house, Rev. W. F. Bond officiating. Interment in Longswamp church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 19, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Priscilla (nee Miller)

Mrs. Priscilla Reppert, 85, widow of Elwood Reppert, died yesterday at her home, 221 W. Walnut St., Kutztown. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late William and Catharine (Batz) Miller. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Hoch-Balthaser American Legion, Kutztown. Surviving are a son, Irwin C. Long, Kutztown, and two grandsons. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, 107 S. Home St., Topton.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Saturday, Octoer 6, 1956, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Samuel B.

Samuel B. Reppert died at 5 o'clock Wednesday morning at the home of his son, Alvin S. Reppert, 541 Lawrence street, aged 83 years, 2 months and 10 days. Death was due to ailments incident to his advanced age. Mr. Reppert was ill for only two weeks. He was born in Montgomery county, the son of the late Stephen and Elizabeth Reppert. He was a stone mason by trade, and followed that vocation in this city for many years. He fought for the Union in Co. H, 167th Penna. Militia, enlisting October 27, 1862, and being discharged August 12, 1863. He was a member of E. B. Young Post of the G.A.R. Three sons, Alvin S. and William R., of Reading; three daughters, Mrs. Mary Kline, of this city; Mrs. Ella Eck, Mertztown, and Mrs. Caroline Saunders, of Chicago; twelve grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren survive. One brother, Harry, of Maxatawny, and one sister, Mrs. Amanda Este, of Boyertown, also survive. Short funeral services will be held at the home of the son, 541 Lawrence street, on Sunday at 12.30 p.m. Further services will be conducted at Longswamp church with burial in cemetery adjoining.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 5, 1922, pages 5 and 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Samuel B.

On Sunday afternoon, January 8, with the regular service at Longswamp church, the remains of Samuel B. Reppert were laid to rest. The deceased was formerly well known at Mertztown and this community, but for the last year and a half lived with his son, Albert S., 541 Lawrence St., Allentown, where the final summons came from the infirmities of age on Wednesday, January 4, at 5.15 a.m., aged 81 years, 1 month and 20 days. He was a son of Stephen Reppert and wife, Elizabeth (nee Butz) and was born November 14, 1840, in District township, Berks county, near Huff's Church, where he was baptized in infancy by Rev. Isaac Roeller. The sponsors were Jacob Butz and wife, Susannah. He was confirmed in Huff's Church in 1866 by Rev. Alfred D. Croll. On October 15, 1864, he was joined in marriage with Emeline, daughter of Reuben and Maria (Fenstermaker) Moyer. He was a Civil War veteran and a member of the Grand Army of the Republic, a large delegation of which body accompanied the cortege from Allentown and buried the remains of their comrade with military honors. On January 17, it will be 29 years since his wife preceded him in death. He is survived by the following children: William C., Albert S. and Mary, wife of Alfred Kline, all of Allentown; Ellen K., wife of Fred S. Eck, Mertztown; George, of Reading, and Carrie, wife of Harry Sanders, of Chicago. There remain also a brother, Harry, a well known merchant at Maxatawny, and a sister, Mrs. Amanda East, of Boyertown. Also 25 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

[Source: Shamrock News, Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 12, 1922, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Sarah

After suffering for some time with consumption, Sarah Reppert died yesterday at Wescoesville, in her seventy-seventh year. No arrangements have as yet been made for the funeral and the only surviving child, C. W. Reppert, of Topton, has been notified. If the body is not called for by Wednesday, it will be sent to the State Anatomical Board.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 28, 1909, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Sarah F. (nee Fritch)

Sarah F., wife of Harvey F. Reppert, passed away on Friday evening at 5.15 o'clock at her late residence at Mertztown of pneumonia, aged 55 years, 2 months and 4 days. Mrs. Reppert was a daughter of Tilghman L. and the late Esther A. (nee Fegley) Fritch. She was a faithful member of the Lutheran wing of St. Paul's church at Mertztown. Besides her father and husband, she is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Carl Webber, of Boston, Mass.; Mrs. John Diefenderfer, Allentown; Annie, of Mertztown; Luther, of Mertztown; Roscoe, of Reading; Paul, of Northampton, and Ruel, of Mertztown. The funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2.15 o'clock at her late residence at Mertztown, with continued services in the Mertztown church and interment in the cemetery adjoining, Revs. W. S. Dry and M. H. Brensinger officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 31, 1925, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Stella F.M.

Miss Stella F. M. Reppert, daughter of Alfred Reppert and his wife Clara, nee Ruff, died at the parents' residence, at Mertztown, on Wednesday morning at 9.30 of pneumonia, aged twenty years, one month and twenty-six days. One year ago she was operated on at the Allentown Hospital for appendicitis. About three months ago, she underwent another operation. Later pneumonia set in. She was bedfast for one week only. She is survived by her parents, and the following brothers and sisters, Mrs. Raymond Wink, of Reading; Mrs. Richard Fisher, Florence, Floyd, Lulu, Margaret, Norman, Beatrice and Myrtle, all at home. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation fo the Grimsville Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 1, 1919, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Susan (nee Angstadt)

Mrs. Susan Reppert, nee Angstadt, widow of Stephen Reppert, died at her home at Shamrock, Saturday at noon, after an illness for the past six months with complications of diseases. She was born and raised at Rockland township, Berks county. Mrs. Reppert was a member of Christ Lutheran church, Bowers. Her husband preceded her in death twelve years ago. She is survived by two sons, William Reppert, Shamrock, and Allen Reppert, Longsdale; two daughters, Mrs. Peter Dry, Trexlertown, and Mrs. Lobach, Easton; one brother, Peter Angstadt, Dryville; nine grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held from her late residence at Shamrock, Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock. Interment at the convenience of the family in Bowers cemetery. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 13, 1925, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, Thomas C.

Thomas C. Reppert, 62, of Kempton R. 1, a Kutztown Area School District trustee for the past two years, died Wednesday in the Lehigh Valley Hospital Center. He was the husband of Eleanor C. (Trexler) Reppert. Born in Lyons, he was a son of the late Thomas E. and Olympia C. (Alvarez) Reppert. He was a member of Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, Krumsville. Reppert served in the U.S. Navy for 31 years before retiring in 1974 with the rank of Commander. He was a veteran of both World War II and the Korean War. Reppert was treasurer of the Kempton Lions Club. Surviving with his widow are four sons, Darrel of Mertztown R. 2, Thomas and Allan, both of Lyons, and James of Hamburg R. 2; a daughter, Ann, at home; a brother, Herbert, and a sister, Mrs. Catherine Mathews, both of Kempton R. 1; and five grandchildren. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in the church. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday in the Schofer Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 28, 1983, page B-12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Reppert, William

William Reppert, resident of this city the past 40 years and at one time a councilman from the Third ward, passed away Monday morning at his home, 330 North Fulton street, aged 71 years. Bedfast the past two weeks, he had been ailing for four years. At one time Mr. Reppert conducted the largest blacksmith shop in Allentown, and for a long period he was also associated with local furniture houses. During his early years he played bass violin with several local orchestras. He has been retired for the past seven years. Born at Longswamp, the son of Samuel and Emma (nee Moyer) Reppert, he lived at Mertztown during his youth. Since coming to this city 40 years ago he had been a devout member of St. Michael's Lutheran church. Fraternally he was affiliated with the Junior O.U.A.M. and the Good Will Fire company. He is survived by his wife; one brother, George R. Reppert, of Reading; two sisters, Mrs. Ella Eck, of West Reading, and Mrs. Carolyn Sanders, of Chicago. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 1.30 p.m. Interment will be at the Greenwood cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

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

Reppert, William

William Reppert, who resided near Huff's Church, died on Wednesday of a complication of diseases, aged 66 years. He leaves his wife and a number of children. A son, William, resided in Allentown. The funeral will be held on Saturday at 9.30 a.m., with services and burial at Huff's Church, Rev. Bond officiating.

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

Reppert, William Daniel

William Daniel Reppert, of Reading, aged 58 years, died. Deceased was born in Kutztown and moved to Reading ten years ago. Besides a wife, Fianna, he leaves the following children: William, John, Annie, wife of Frank Snyder, Fogelsville, Barbara, wife of Henry Hartzell; Louisa, wife of Frank Himmelreich and Hannah Reppert, all of Reading. He was a member of the Lutheran Church at Kutztown.

Reppert, Willis

Willis Reppert, 76, of 218 E. Weiss St., Topton, died at Allentown Hospital Thursday evening shortly after being admitted. Born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, Reppert was a son of the late Stephen and Susan (Angstadt) Reppert. His wife, the former Katie Weil, preceded him in death. Survivors are a daughter, Edna, wife of Walter Smith, with whom Reppert resided in Topton, and a grandson, Raymond Smith, Fleetwood R. 1.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 7, 1952, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Resch, Andora (nee Heffner)

Andora (Heffner), widow of Mathias Resch, aged 68 years, died of heart trouble Wednesday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. William Jost, Jr., West Lawn, Reading. Deceased was taken ill suddenly and was bedfast the last ten days. She was a daughter of the late Heinrich and Cathatina (Keller) Heffner, and came to Reading when fifteen years of age. Mrs. Resch was a member of Grace Lutheran church. Surviving are two daughters, Dorothy H. Resch, Reading, and Katharine S., wife of J. William Jost, Jr., at whose home she died; a son, Harry T. Resch, Conshohocken; two sisters, Mrs. Emma Fredericks, Lyons, and Mrs. William H. Heist, Reading; one brother, Pierce Heffner, Allentown, and a granddaughter, Margaret G.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 7, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Resh, Esther M.

Esther M. Resh, 89, of 5680 Boyertown Pike, Stonersville, died Wednesday at 5:52 p.m. in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient since Aug. 27. Born in Bern Township, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Jennie (Ruth) Wayne. Resh was employed for many years as a clerk by C.P. Rhoads Meats, Stonersville, until her retirement. She was a member of Schwarzwald United Church of Christ, Jacksonwald. Surviving are two sons, Daniel P. and Donald E., both of Stonersville; and a daughter, Evelyn M. Resh, with whom she resided. Other survivors include two sisters, Martha (Wayne) Sage, West Reading, and Dorothy (Wayne) Hoffecker, Reading; and a brother, John Wayne, Leesport. There are also seven grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandson. Services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

Resh, Franklin L.E.

Services for Franklin L.E. Resh, 66, of Building 224, Reading Municipal Airport, who was dead on arrival Thursday afternoon in the Community General Hospital, will be held Monday at 1 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Frank E. Reynolds will officiate in the J.E. Lutz Funeral Home, Mount Penn. Burial will be made in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Born in Spring Township, a son of the late Pierce and Charlotte R. (Roff) Resh, he was a carpenter employed by Cannon Laboratories, Reading Municipal Airport. He was a member of the Stonersville and Mount Pleasant fire companies and the Patriotic Order Sons of America, Camp 230. Surviving are two sons; Daniel and Donald, and a daughter, Evelyn, all of Birdsboro R.D. 2, and seven grandchildren. Also two sisters, Irene Resh, Reading, and Mrs Helen Barto, Elizabethtown, and a brother, William, Reading.

Ressler, Annie E.

Annie E. Ressler, 90, formerly of Robesonia, died April 27 at 9:55 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, where she had resided 10 years. Her husband, Harvey A. Ressler, died Aug. 14, 1996. Born in Heidelberg Township, she was a daughter of the late Frederick and Mary E. (Boyer) Moyer. Ressler was employed as a topper by the Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing, and was co-owner of Ressler's Inn, Robesonia, for 13 years until 1967. She was last employed in the dietary department at Wernersville State Hospital, reitiring in 1978. Surviving are two daughters, Jean E. (Ressler) Moyer, Downingtown, and Shirley M. (Ressler) Rittel, Lebanon. Other survivors include a sister, Arline M. (Moyer) Eiceman, Myerstown. There are also four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 1:30 p.m. in the Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Heidelberg Cemetery, Heidelberg Township.

Ressler, Frederick Serenus

Ressler - In Millersburg, January 3d, Frederick Serenus Ressler, son of Serenus and Emeline Ressler, aged 24 years, 4 months and 29 days.

Ressler, Harvey A.

Harvey A. Ressler, 84, formerly of Robesonia, died Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. in leader Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Spring Township, where he had resided since August 1995. He was the husband of Annie E. (Moyer) Ressler, who resides at the center. Born in Robesonia, he was a son of the late George and Minnie (Keppley) Ressler. Ressler was first employed as a knitter by the former Berkshire Knitting Mills. He later owned the former Ressler's Inn, heidelberg Township, for 11 years until 1967. He last worked as a custodian at Conrad Weiser High School, retiring in 1978. Ressler is also survived by two daughters: Jean E., wife of James D. Moyer, Downington, Chester County; and Shirley M., wife of Clarence W. Rittel, Lebanon. Other survivors include a brother, Howard, West Lawn; and a sister, Emma, wife of Barton Houck, Wernersville. There are also four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Heidelberg Cemetery.

Ressler, Irvin

Robesonia, July 5, 1946. Irvin Ressler, 67, died this morning in his home, Robesonia R.D. 1. He was a son of the late David and Amamda (McMichael) Ressler. Surviving are two daughters: Amanda, wife of George Ohlinger, Sinking Spring R.D. 1, and Margaret, wife of Norman Miller, Robesonia; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; six brothers: Penrose and David, both of Rehrersburg; Samuel and Oliver, both of Wernersville; Isaac, Strausstown, Daniel, Robesonia R.D. 1; and three sisters: Amanda, wife of Monroe Smith, and Emma, wife of Harvey Himmelreich, both of Robesonia R.D.; and Sarah, wife of Frank Gouger, Kunkletown. Services Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Lamm Funeral Home, Wernersville, the Rev. Elmer L. Leisey officiating. Burial in Hain's Church Cemetery.

Ressler, John M.

Robesonia, June 6, 1944. John M. Ressler, 51, of Robesonia R.D.1, died in St. Joseph's Hospital. He was a son of the late David and Amanda (McMichael) Ressler and was a farmer. Surviving are his widow, Mary (Startzer); a daughter, Edith, wife of John Stump, at home; two sons, Private First Class Elwood, in new Guinea, and Elliott, at home; one granddaughter; three sisters, Mrs. Monroe Smith and Mrs. Harvey Himmelreich, Robesonia R.D., and Mrs. Sarah Heck, New York; seven brothers, Irvin and Daniel, Robesonia R.D.; Penrose and David, Rehrersburg; Samuel and Oliver, Wernersville R.D.; Isaac, Strausstown. Funeral Sunday at 2 p.m. from the Lamm Funeral Home in Wernersville. Further services in St. Daniel's Lutheran Church, the Rev. Elmer L. Leisey officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Ressler, Katie M.

Among the local survivors of Katie M. (Blatt) Ressler, 81, of West Wyomissing, who was dead on arrival June 4 in Reading Hospital, is a brother, Richard Blatt, Bethel.

Ressler, Merlin A.

Merlin A. Ressler, 80, Mohrsville, died July 27 at 11:30 a.m. in St. Joseph Medical Center, where he had been a patient five days. His wife, Stella M. (Maderia) Ressler, died Nov. 7, 1998. Born in Robesonia, he was a son of the late Samuel and Susan (Krick) Ressler. Ressler was employed for 32 years as a molder by Textile Machine Works, Wyomissing, retiring in 1986. Surviving are two sons, Larry C. Hiester, Ocala, Fla., and Dennis G. Hiester, Reading; and three daughters: Suzanne M. (Hiester) Palmer, Shawnee, Kans.; Fayann M. (Ressler) DeWees, Mohrsville, with whom he last resided; and Sherryl L. (Ressler) Skipper, Reading. Other survivors include four brothers: Lester, Myerstown; William and Harold, both of Wernersville; and Mervin, Womelsdorf. Also surviving are three sisters: Elsie (Ressler) Emes, a resident at Berks Heim; and Eva (Ressler) Ulrich and Fern (Ressler) Kissling, both of Robesonia. There are also 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

Ressler, Minnie E.

Wernersville, Oct. 31, 1964. Mrs. Minnie E. Ressler, 85, of 140 Beckley St., this borough, died yesterday at 11 a.m. in Community General Hospital, Reading, where she had been a patient since Sept. 28. Born in Heidelberg Township, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary B. (Fisher) Keppley, and was preceded in death by her husband, George Ressler, on March 5, 1953. Mrs. Ressler is survived by three daughters: Mary, wife of Dewey Houck, this place; Emma K., wife of Barton Houck, with whom she last resided, and Margaret, wife of Irvin Blatt, Mohrsville R.D.1. Five sons: Levi of Mohrsville R.D.1, Howard of West Lawn, Samuel of Wernersville R.D. 3 and Earl and Harvey, both of Wernersville R.D. 1. Also 16 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a brother, Charles Keppley, and a sister, Lizzie, wife of William Bricker, both of Robesonia. Services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Lamm and Witman Funeral Home, here, the Rev. Elmer A. Dech officiating. Burial will follow in Newmanstown Cemetery.

Rettew, Olga H.

Olga H. Rettew, 78, of 36 Old Friedensburg Road, Lower Alsace Township, Berks County, died Sunday evening at St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, where she had been a patient for a week. Born in Jonestown, she was a daughter of the late John and Rose Piech Hozella. She was a 1942 graduate of Cass Township High School and a 1945 graduate of the St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing, Reading. She was a private-duty nurse for 40 years, retiring in 1985. She was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, Exeter Township, St. Joseph School of Nursing Quarter Century alumni association and the G.I. Janes, a nursing cadet/auxiliary unity organization of World War II. Surviving are her husband, Norman H.; a son, Greg N., West Chester; a daughter, Yvonne M. Stratton, Mohrsville; a brother, John Hozella, Jonestown; two sisters, Julia Carpenter, Newmanstown, and Mary Bosack, Palo Alto; four grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday in St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church. Interment will be in Gethsemane Cemetery Mausoleum, Tuckerton. Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Reyburn, John Edgar

EX-MAYER REYBURN, OF PHILADELPHIA, DEAD Washington, Jn. 5.--John Edgar REYBURN, former mayor of Philadelphia, died here yesterday. He was 68 years of age and was a native of New Carlisle, O. Mr. Reyburn served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and Senate and several terms in Congress, representing the fourth Pennsylvania district. He was mayor of Philadelphia from 1907 to 1911. Mr. Reyburn's death was very sudden and was a severe shock to his family and friends here. He had been in excellent health and had spent the evening at his home here with Mrs. Reyburn. He is survived by a son, W. S. REYBURN, a former congressman, and two daughters, one the wife of Brigadier General William CROZIER, chief of ordinance of the army, and the other unmarried.

Reyburn, John Edgar

Body Brought to Philadelhpia Philadelphia, Jan. 5--The body of former Mayor John E. REYBURN.....[continues, but I do not have next page]

Reynolds, Anna H. Penrose

Anna H. Penrose was born in Berks county, Pennsylvania, November 9, 1856, and came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Penrose to Clinton county, Iowa in 1868. She was happily married to Mr. David Reynolds December 25, 1877.

In June, 1894, Mrs. Reynolds was taken sick, and although the best medical aid and skill was procured together with the best of care and nursing, the disease baffled all attempts of a cure, so that after more than two years of confinement to her bed, and constant intense suffering, she was released from her frail, mortal body, falling peacefully asleep at 3 a.m., Saturday, July 25, 1896.

A devoted and affectionate husband, two sons and two daughters, aged parents, five sisters and three brothers, survive to mourn the loss of a faithful wife, a loving mother and a dutiful daughter. Mrs. Reynolds made a public profession of religion and became a regular member of the Reformed church, November 26, 1895, by rite of baptism and confirmation.

The funeral services at the home, Sunday at 2 p.m., were attended by a large concourse of people to pay their tribute of respect to the departed. The remains were interred in the Union cemetery, Rev. D. F. Boomershine, officiating.

Reynolds, Daniel

Daniel "Jack" Reynolds, 84, Birdsboro, died July 28 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient 10 days. He was the husband of Kathryn E. (Kline) Reynolds. Born in Birdsboro, he was a son of the late Mabel R. (Wolfe) Wamsher. Reynolds was employed for 38 years as a building supervisor by Conestoga Telephone Co., Birdsboro, retiring in 1983. He was a member of the Alice Focht Memorial United Methodist Church, Birdsboro. Reynolds was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a life member of the Birdsboro Veterans of Foreign Wars. Reynolds is also survived by nieces and nephews. Services will be Monday at 2 p.m. in the Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro. Burial will be in Birdsboro Cemetery, Union Township.

Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - R

Rabenold, Florence A. (nee Leibensperger)

Rabenold, Lillian B. (nee Benfield)

Rabenold, Sarah (nee Herbst)

Rabenold, Sarah A. (nee Dennis)

Raber, Gary P.

Rackawack, Emma

Radcliffe, Eva B.

Rader, Mahlon S.

Raemer, Henry

Raezer, Margaret

Radenbush, George

Rader, Charles F.

Rader, Elizabeth (nee Hess)

Rader, Emma E. (nee Gery)

Rader, Herbert A.

Rader, Irwin

Rader, Jacob

Rader, Lewis

Rader, Nora M. (nee Angstadt)

Rader, Robert F.

Rader, William E.

Ragas, Catherine (nee Butt)

Rahmer, Cecillia F. (nee Bleiler)

Rahmer, Willoughby

Rahn, Caroline (nee Merkel)

Rahn, Carrie (nee Heffner)

Rahn, Charles F.

Rahn, Isaac H.

Rahn, John Milton

Rahn, Lewis

Rahn, Lillian A. (nee Hauser)

Rahn, Mary Jane

Rahn, Paul A.

Rahn, Sallie S. (nee Fegely)

Rahn, Samuel C.

Raimer, Clarence D.

Raker, Martin Luther

Raker, Martin Luther

Raker, Martin Luther

Rambo, Ellen E. (nee Englehart)

Rambo, Howard E.

Rambo, Thomas

Rambo, Thomas

Ramby, Franz

Ramey, Wilbur J.

Ramich, Thelma M. Ranck

Ramsey, Elsie Mae

Randler, Lillian M.

Rank, Levi

Rankin, Marion

Rankin, Mary

Rapp, Arthur E.

Rapp, Arthur Karl

Rapp, Catharine

Rapp, Frank

Rapp, Peter

Rapp, Thomas J.

Rapp Mary Louisa (nee Miller)

Raser, Thomas B.

Rasing, Catharine

Rathfon, Jacob

Rathman, George

Rathman, Robert C.

Rau, Evelyn B.

Rau, Helen M.

Rau, John Franklin

Rau, Maria

Raub, Infant of James M.

Raub, Solomon

Raubenhold, George A.

Rauch, Allen M.

Rauch, Annie I. (nee Stephens)

Rauch, Beatrice Leona

Rauch, Caroline B. (nee Fox)

Rauch, David

Rauch, Elda K. (nee Stump)

Rauch, Ellen A.J. (nee Kunkle)

Rauch, Hannah Maria

Rauch, Herbert O.