Obituaries
Rodney D. Dautrich
Jun 13, 2026
Rodney “Rod” D. Dautrich, 79, of Muhlenberg Township, passed away Saturday June 13, 2026 at 7:35 am at Spruce Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, West Reading.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Floyd and Miriam (Shunk) Dautrich. Rod was a 1966 graduate of Muhlenberg High School and served in the United States Army Reserves.
Rod worked several jobs...
David D. Shaner
Jun 12, 2026
David D. Shaner, 78, of St. Lawrence, passed away Friday June 12, 2026 at 7:45 pm in his residence. Born in Pottstown, Mr. Shaner was the son of the late David E. and Elizabeth M. (Wayock) Shaner. He was employed by Dana Corp in Reading as a laborer. Mr. Shaner is survived by his daughter Lisa M. Schwenk wife of...
Rebecca D. Chicglo
Jun 7, 2026
Rebecca D. "Becki" Boyer Chicglo went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 7th after a long and hard-fought battle with cancer.
She was the daughter of the late Ronald D. Boyer and Louise (Fakete) Boyer. She was the wife of Stephen A. Chicglo with whom she shared 36 years of marriage.
Rebecca was a graduate of Owen J. Robert’s...
Elena Gonzalez
Jun 7, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Elena Gonzalez, who departed this life on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on August 31, 1929, in Loiza, Puerto Rico, Elena lived a remarkable life grounded in her rich cultural heritage and unwavering dedication to her family. Elena was a beloved homemaker, cherishing her role in raising...
Ignacia Roman
Jun 7, 2026
Ignacia Roman, 63, of Reading, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in November 1962, in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, to Julio Cesar Roman Matos and Noris Mercedes (Sanchez), she leaves behind a loving family. Ignacia is survived by her partner of over 20 years, Jose Luis Melo-Dominguez; children Anthony Moquete, Angie Sencion,...
Robert Wayne Storey
Jun 5, 2026
Robert “Bob” Wayne Storey, 74, of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026 at Lehigh Valley Hospital surrounded by his loved ones. Born on January 3, 1952, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, Bob was the son of the late Robert Storey and Betty (McKlveen) McCormick.
Bob graduated from Hempfield High School in 1969 and went on to build a dedicated career...
Jorge Alfredo Salcido-Ramirez
Jun 3, 2026
Jorge Alfredo Salcido-Ramirez passed away on June 3, 2026, at Reading Hospital. Born in 1961, in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, Jorge’s life was marked by a spirited energy and an unwavering dedication to his loved ones and his work.
From his early years, Jorge was no stranger to diligence, working hard throughout his entire life, including his career in manufacturing where he...
Alphonso A. Ward
Jun 1, 2026
Alphonso A. Ward, 69, of Exeter, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Debra L. Curlett-Ward, with whom he shared almost 36 years of marriage. Born in Philadelphia in March 1957, he was the son of the late Alphonso A. Ward Sr. and Inell
(Stewart) Ward. During his life,...
Glenn A. Rhoads
May 26, 2026
Glenn A. Rhoads, 69, of Oley, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Born in Reading, Glenn was the son of the late, Paul F. Rhoads, and Betty L. (Rhoads). Glenn served in the United States Navy, was a self-employed electrician for over 30 years.
Glenn is survived by his siblings, Betty A. Troxel, Carolyn Rohrbach, Sandra Valgus, Steven Rhoads, and...
Ana Maria Allende
May 25, 2026
Ana Maria Allende, 89, of Reading, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 25, 2026.
Born on April 17, 1937, in Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Benicio Arimont and Rubertina Soto.
Anna Maria is survived by her children, Marimagda Roman, wife of Hector, of Florida; Dennis Allende, husband of Maridel, of Reading; Maricel Johnson, wife of Donald, of Reading;...
John Addison Weishampel
May 21, 2026
John Addison Weishampel, 94, Wernersville, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the Phoebe Berks Village Health Care Center. John and his widow, Mary Jo (Barbera) Weishampel recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. Born in East Orange, NJ, July 29, 1931, he was the son of the late John Addison and Laura
(Eckberg) Weishampel. John served four years in the...
Thomas H. Welsh
May 19, 2026
Thomas H. Welsh, 95, passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 19th, 2026, with his family by his side. Tom was predeceased by almost 6 months by his wonderful wife Gemma. Tom and Gemma, who started dating at their high school prom, were married for 74 years.
Tom is survived by his three daughters, JoAnn (Ernie) Morrell, Diane(Joe) Wojciechowski, and Beth(Mike) Shor,...
Leticia V. "Letty" Cuenca
May 17, 2026
Leticia V. “Letty” Cuenca, 87, of Brecknock Township, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 5:15 AM in her daughter Lindy’s residence. She was the wife of the late Arnaldo Cuenca, Sr. Born in Ormoc, Philippines, Mrs. Cuenca was the daughter of the late Petronilo and Asuncion Villarin. She was the owner of Dos Hermanas Bake Shop in the Philippines....
Mary G. Fackler
May 14, 2026
Mary G. Fackler, 78, of Womelsdorf, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Reading Hospital. Born on January 10, 1948, in Reading, Pennsylvania, Mary lived a life filled with love, creativity, and dedication to her craft as a florist in the floral industry. Mary was the beloved wife of 45...
Valerie Lynn Upsey
May 3, 2026
Valerie Lynn Upsey was born on March 22, 1955, and lived a life marked by strength, resilience, dignity, and unwavering devotion to her family. From an early age, Valerie learned to navigate life with courage and independence. Though she endured hardship and loss early in life, those experiences never defined her. Instead, they shaped a woman of quiet determination, steadfast...
Marilyn E. Seiders
May 3, 2026
Marilyn E. Seiders, 73, of Muhlenberg, passed away peacefully in her residence on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Born on July 18, 1952, in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Adrian and Mary (Dmochowski) Seiders. Marilyn was a graduate of Reading High School Class of 1970; she went on to attend Shippensburg State College and graduated with a bachelor's...
Michelle L. Hughes
Apr 16, 2026
Michelle L. Hughes 53 of West Lawn passed away on April 16, 2026, at home after a long illness with her mother and brother by her side.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late David J. Hughes and Patricia (Esterline) Hughes.
She is survived by her mother, Patricia and her Brother Barandon Hughes. Michelle loved animals and will be...
James H. Harnish
Apr 15, 2026
James (Jim) Harnish, 82, of Mount Joy, passed away on April 15, 2026. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Samuel and Mary Jane Harnish.
Jim graduated from Donegal High School and was a veteran of the Air Force for 4 years. He graduated from Millersville University, in Sociology, and got his Master's degree from the University of...
Patricia Ann Carvalho
Apr 10, 2026
Patricia Ann Carvalho, 90, of Mount Penn, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Reading Hospital. She was a beloved wife and mother. Born on October 31, 1935, in Chicago, she was the daughter of the late Albert G. and Lavita E. (Harvey) Johnson. Patricia obtained a bachelor’s in science degree in chemistry from Purdue University. She was employed...
Judith A. Eberhart
Mar 31, 2026
Judith A. Eberhart, 83, of Reading, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026. Born on September 13, 1942, in Reading, PA, Judith filled her days with love, creativity, and the warmth of family.
A devoted homemaker, Judith devoted her life to her family, finding her greatest joy in her children and grandchildren. She took immense pride in her role as...
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