Obituaries

Marcella G. Polischeck

Marcella G. Polischeck

Dec 30, 2022

Marcella G. (Silvano) Polischeck, 87, wife of the late Ernest J. Polischeck, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022 at Parkhouse Nursing Home.

She is a daughter of the late William and Rachel (Ranieri) Silvano.

Family was at the core of everything she did, and nothing was more important to her as when her entire family would gather to celebrate and reminisce. Silvano...

Shirley D. Overholtzer

Shirley D. Overholtzer

Dec 26, 2022

Shirley (Dinger) Overholtzer, 87, wife of the late Robert T. Overholtzer, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2022 at Manatawny Manor.

Born in Donaldson, PA on July 13, 1935, she is a daughter of the late Leroy George and Pauline (Morgan) Dinger.

Shirley was a long-time active member of the Coventry Church of the Brethren where she sang in the choir. She...

Richard Beideman

Richard Beideman

Dec 24, 2022

Richard B. Beideman, 65, also known to many as "Dickie" passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Saturday, December 24, 2022.

Richard was a life long resident of North Coventry Township in Pottstown, PA and a devoted member of the Norco Fire Department. He was born to the late Allan and Louis (Grant) Beideman in late March of 1957. He graduated...

Georgine Carol Kubilus

Georgine Carol Kubilus

Dec 23, 2022

Georgine Carol Kubilus, 79, of Gilbertsville, passed away on Friday, December 23, 2022, at Phoenixville Hospital.

Born in Tamaqua PA, she was the daughter of the late George Chernesky and Betty Jean Woodward. She married Robert Kubilus in 1972. He predeceased her in 1997.

Georgine graduated from Tamaqua High School in 1961, after high school she attended Penn State as an art...

Robert Joseph Dietz

Robert Joseph Dietz

Dec 23, 2022

Robert J. Dietz, 87, of Pottstown, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, December 23, 2022.

Robert was born on April 14, 1935, in Edwardsville, PA to the late Joseph and Catherine (Mokychic) Dietz. He graduated in 1952 from Edwardsville High School and attended Bloomsburg State Teachers College. Robert was a highly decorated Veteran in the...

Patricia Anne Reigner

Patricia Anne Reigner

Dec 20, 2022

Patricia A Reigner, 83, loving wife, mother and grandmother and friend, passed into the arms of God on December 20, 2022. She was born in Parker Ford, PA and raised in Linfield, PA. She was the daughter of the late Stanley M. Sr. and Mary Novak and the late Adella Novak. She graduated from Pottstown High School in 1957 and...

Eleanor C Vasko

Eleanor C Vasko

Dec 17, 2022

Eleanor C. (Dzurek) Vasko, 90, wife of the late Michael Vasko, passed away on Saturday, December 17, 2022 in Oceanport, NJ at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

She is a daughter of the late Joseph and Susan (Bednar) Dzurek.

Eleanor is survived by her daughter, Mary Susan Greco (husband Kenneth), a brother Joseph Dzurek (wife Florence) and two nephews, David...

Alyson Boughter

Alyson Boughter

Dec 17, 2022

Alyson Boughter, 47, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022 at her residence. She is a daughter of Linda (Glutz) and Thomas Boughter and spouse Judy Boughter.

Along with her parents, Alyson is survived by her siblings: Lorrie Kirlin, Larry Kirlin and spouse Rebecca Kirlin, Chris Boughter, spouse Missie Babin, and aunt Deanna Johnson. Alyson had 6 nephews and nieces who loved...

Ruben Delgado

Ruben Delgado

Dec 14, 2022

Ruben Delgado, 78 passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at his residence with his loving family by his side.

He was the son of Manuela (Burgos) and Saro Delgado.

Ruben enjoyed gardening and being outdoors in Mother Nature. In the summer he would spend his hours planting flowers and vegetables. He was always willing to help someone in need even if it...

Mary Elizabeth Lockowitz

Mary Elizabeth Lockowitz

Dec 8, 2022

Mary (Haas) Lockowitz, 85, wife of the late Edward J. Lockowitz Sr., passed away Thursday, December 8, 2022 at the Beebe Hospital in Delaware.

She is a daughter of the late Fred and Edith (Lare) Haas.

Mary is survived by her sons: Edward Lockowitz Jr. (wife Susan), Michael Lockowitz (wife Lisa), Christine Metz (husband Robert Metz) and Randy Lockowitz . Her sibling,...

Maria Torres

Maria Torres

Nov 28, 2022

Maria (Rodriguez) Torres, aged 89, was greeted by her beloved husband of fifty years, Nicolas Casiano Torres, at heavens gates on November 28th, 2022. Maria was born in Villalba, Puerto Rico and moved to Pennsylvania in 1966, dedicated to raising her cherished children Magda "Maggie" Tirado, Nicholas Torres, Maria Morales, Gerardo "Jerry" Torres, and William "Willy" Torres.

She was a petite...

Mary Annette Hartzman

Mary Annette Hartzman

Nov 27, 2022

Mary Annette (McGee) Hartzman, 71, passed away, Sunday, November 27, 2022 at the Reading Hospital

surrounded by her loving family. Mary was a daughter of the late Joseph and Katharine (Hildenberger) McGee.

Mary loved spending time with her family and friends. Girls weekends at the beach with her long-time "sisters" from St. Pete's and their children and grandchildren were something she looked...

James M Fiore

James M Fiore

Nov 24, 2022

James "Jim aka Pop" M. Fiore, 89 of Pottstown and formerly of Coatesville, PA passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 24, 2022.

James was born on December 29, 1932, in Caln, PA to the late John and Margaret (Sullivan) Fiore. James

was a highly decorated Korean War Veteran in the United States Army receiving the National Defense Service Medal, United Nations Service...

David Vernon Simmons

David Vernon Simmons

Nov 23, 2022

David V. Simmons, 82, passed away November 23, 2022, at Pottstown Hospital.

Born in Norristown, Pennsylvania on July 13, 1940, he was the son of the late Herbert and Margaret (Smith) Simmons.

David was a highly decorated United States Army Veteran, receiving the medals for Sharpshooting and Expert Rifle marksmanship. David worked for Alan Wood Steel before and after his military service,...

Thomas E O'Connor

Thomas E O'Connor

Nov 21, 2022

Thomas E. O'Connor, 90, husband of the late Jean Marie (Neiman) O'Connor whom he was married to for 55 years, passed away Monday, November 21, 2022, at his residence, of North Franklin Street, Pottstown, PA.

Born in Phoenixville (a New Year's Day baby of 1932), PA. He was the son of the late Thomas J. and Elizabeth (Bellock) O'Connor of Phoenixville,...

Sally Tornetta

Sally Tornetta

Nov 21, 2022

Sally Tornetta, 73, of Pottstown, passed away surrounded by family in her home on November 21, 2022.Â

Born in Norristown, Sally was the daughter of the late Salvatore DeStefano and the late Theresa (Biscotti) DeStefano. Sally graduated from Bishop Kenrick High School and earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Ursinus College. Sally was an active St. Thomas More Parish...

Joy E. Kienle

Joy E. Kienle

Nov 21, 2022

Joy E. (Christman) Kienle, 92, wife of the late David F. Kienle, passed away Monday, November 21, 2022 at her residence.

She was a daughter of the late James and Florence (Wentzel) Christman.

Joy's activities centered around keeping her house spotless.She cleaned something everyday. She also enjoyed baking. Every holiday or birthday celebration she attended , she would bring a cake or...

Norman G. Fritz

Norman G. Fritz

Nov 20, 2022

Norman G. Fritz, 84, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022 surrounded by his loved ones.

He was a son of the late Norman E. and Eda (Smith) Fritz.

Norman was involved in his church-Hope Community Fellowship Church. He was also an election poll worker for many years. He was an avid hunter and all-around handyman. He also enjoyed white water rafting trips...

Mark Kummerer

Mark Kummerer

Nov 19, 2022

Mark Kummerer, 55, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at the Lehigh Valley Hospital.

He loved playing golf, shooting pool and bowling. Mark enjoyed watching The Miami Dolphins but always made sure to cheer for the Eagles too! Mark loved being with all of his friends at the local social clubs such as German Club, Quoit Club, Holy Trinity and...

Edmund J Slaby

Edmund J Slaby

Nov 18, 2022

Edmund J. Slaby Sr, 84, husband of the late Joan (Lutrzykowski) Slaby, passed away Friday, November 18, 2022 at the Pottstown Hospital Tower Health.

He was a son of the late John and Helen (Bachmurski) Slaby.

Edmund's passion was the game of golf. At an early age, golf became his obsession. Edmund took every opportunity to discuss golf or spend countless hours...