Obituaries
Demetrius J Grabowsky
Feb 16, 2026
Demetrius J. Grabowsky, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026, at the age of 83, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 10, 1942, in Phoenixville, he was the beloved son of the late John and Sophia (Zwizansky) Grabowsky.Demetrius lived a life filled with passion and joy. Known for his love of cooking, he often delighted family...
Marguerite V. Hutt
Feb 14, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Marguerite V. Hutt, 93, on February 14, 2026, at the Dresher Hill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Fort Washington, PA. Born on March 4, 1932, in Birdsboro, PA, Marguerite was the beloved daughter of the late Frank and Angeline (Derenzo) Milloni. She was also sister to six older siblings (who knew her...
David P Smola
Feb 12, 2026
David P. Smola, 81, of Boyertown, PA, beloved husband of Margaret "Peggy" (Siegrist) Smola, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenburg. He was a cherished son of the late Stanley and Helen (Gladek) Smola.David's journey was one filled with love and passion. He met his soulmate, Peggy, at Pottstown Judo Club, where he earned his black...
Hazel Horosky
Feb 9, 2026
Hazel Horosky, a loving mother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, in Boyertown, Pennsylvania, at the remarkable age of 99. Born on September 29, 1926, in Ashland, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Charles Sener and Amelia (Ginther) Sener. Hazel was the devoted wife of the late Stanley Horosky.
Hazel lived a life defined by devotion, kindness,...
Robert J Aulenbach Jr
Feb 9, 2026
Robert J. Aulenbach Jr., 81, of Boyertown, PA husband of Helen ( Pinder ) Aulenbach, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family. Born June 3, 1944 in Avon Park, FL, he was the son of the late Robert J. and Dorothy (Carson) Aulenbach, Sr.
Bobby led a life with purpose, taking immense pride in his role as...
Richard L Myer
Feb 7, 2026
Richard L. Myer, 94, husband of the late Arvilla E. (Boose) Myer, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Phoenixville Hospital. Born in Lancaster County, he was the son of the late Samuel R. And Emily B. (Arment) Myer.
Richard had a passion for life that shone through in all his pursuits. An avid golfer and car enthusiast, he found...
Mary G. Russo
Feb 6, 2026
Mary Russo went home to the Lord early Friday morning, February 6, 2026. She was the widow of Peter Russo, who passed away December 4, 2021.
Mary was born in Pottstown to the late Maurice and Christina Mastrocola and lived her whole life there. She loved Pottstown.
She is survived by her daughter, Tina, and her husband Dave; her grandson, David, his...
Mary A. Benne
Feb 3, 2026
Mary A. (Luft) Benne, age 98, of Pottstown, PA, entered into eternal rest on February 3, 2026, at Manatawny Manor. She was the wife of the late Frank Benne.Born on July 22, 1927, to the late Frederick and Anna (Fedeick) Luft, Mary was a vibrant spirit whose life was characterized by kindness, strength, and an unwavering love for her family....
Lucrecy Johnson
Feb 3, 2026
Mrs. Lucrecy Johnson, neė Lecretia Hedgepeth, daughter of the late Early and Fannie (Suitt) Hedgepeth, was born in Granville County on July 18, 1921. At the age of 104, our family matriarch was called home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on February 3, 2026, at Parkhouse Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Lucrecy lived a life rich in love, devotion, and creativity,...
Jesse Baro Jr
Feb 2, 2026
Jesse Baro Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, left this world peacefully at the age of 93 on February 2, 2026, at Fairlane Gardens. Born on October 30, 1932, in Douglassville, Pennsylvania, he was a cherished son of the late Jesse and Margaret (Pachulio) Baro Sr.Known affectionately as "the General," Jesse lived a life defined by passion and...
Margaret Harrison
Feb 2, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Margaret / Peggy (Diachynsky) Harrison, 76, who departed this life on February 2, 2026, to join her beloved husband, the late Bradley J. Harrison. A cherished daughter of the late Walter and Mary (Luby) Diachynsky, Peggy brought joy and warmth to all who knew her.
Peggy was a vibrant soul who embraced life...
Herbert F Beekley Jr.
Feb 1, 2026
Herb Beekley Jr. was called home to his Father on February 1, 2026. He lived a full and meaningful life defined by hard work, loyalty, faith and family.
A graduate of Pottstown High School, Herb spent the next 25 years employed by Doehler Jarvis and served as a Vice President of his union, a role he carried out with pride and...
Linda D Rowland
Jan 23, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Linda D. Rowland, 76, who left us peacefully on January 23, 2026, at Reading Hospital. Born on August 16, 1949, in Pottstown, PA, Linda was a cherished daughter of the late Laverne and Pauline (Gable) Eshbach.Linda dedicated many years of her life to her work at Goodwill, where she...
Gertrude "Trudy" Barette
Jan 22, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gertrude “Trudy” Barette on Thursday, January 22, 2026. Born October 8, 1930, in Bechtelsville, Pennsylvania, Trudy lived in Pottstown and Emmaus, PA, and Ocala, FL, and most recently resided at Frederick Living Facility.
Trudy lived a full and joyful life. She loved traveling to visit her granddaughter in St. Kitts...
Louise Buttaro
Jan 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Louise (Olynyk) Buttaro, who departed this life on January 22, 2026, at the age of 77. Loving wife to Frank Buttaro Jr., Louise was surrounded by her family in her final moments at Pennsburg Manor, where she shared her vibrant spirit and warmth until the very end.
Born on April...
Rosemarie Hayes
Jan 22, 2026
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Rose Marie (Pinder) Hayes, who peacefully departed this world at the age of 89, on January 22, 2026, at Cedar Crest Hospital. Rose Marie, the beloved wife of the late Maurice Hayes, was a cherished daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Kaczmarski) Pinder.
Rose Marie was a woman whose deep faith anchored...
Daphne Carol Schultz
Jan 20, 2026
It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Daphne Carol Schultz, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who gently left this world on January 20, 2026, at the age of 92. Born in Beckley, West Virginia, to Marvin and Bess (Parker) Maynor, Daphne carried the grace of her Appalachian roots with her as she settled in...
Elizabeth Schalata
Jan 18, 2026
Elizabeth V. Schalata, peacefully passed away on January 18, 2026, at the Wyomissing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at the age of 93. Born on April 9, 1932, in St. Peters, PA, she was the daughter of the late William and Esther (Smith) Hartman.
She was a graduate of Dobbins High School, Philadelphia, where she completed a program as a beautician. In...
Matthew Foose
Jan 17, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Matthew C. Foose, 72, beloved son, brother, and friend, who died unexpectedly on Saturday, January 17, 2026 after a long battle with cancer. Born on June 23, 1953, Matt was a gifted car mechanic, jack of all trades, and a great storyteller. Matt spent much of his time helping others...
Shirley Acree
Jan 13, 2026
Shirley Louise Acree, 85, of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, and beloved wife of Andrew Acree Jr., passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 11, 1940, in Fredericksburg, Virginia, she was the cherished daughter of the late Willie and Pearl (Martin) Flippo.Shirley will be remembered for her nurturing spirit and unconditional love for her family....
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