Obituaries

Mariann R. Smith

Mariann R. Smith

Jun 20, 2019

Mariann R. Smith, 82, wife of Howard Smith of E. vine St., Stowe, passed away, June 20, 2019 at Pennsburg Manor. Born in Norristown, she was a daughter of the late Adam and Rita (Bell) Salkowski. She was employed by Suburban General Hospital in the Utilization Review Department . She was a member of St. Gabriel's RC Church. Surviving is...

Sandra R. Graham

Sandra R. Graham

Jun 18, 2019

Sandra R. "Sandy" Graham, known to many as the longtime hostess and manager of The Coventry Tea Room restaurant, passed away peacefully in the arms of her husband, Earl, on June 18, 2019 at her home in South Coventry Township, Chester County, Pa. after a lengthy illness. She was 81 years old. Mrs. Graham was born in Philadelphia, the oldest...

Jon Kovatto

Jon Kovatto

Jun 11, 2019

Jon Kovatto, 29, of Pottstown, PA passed away on Tuesday June 11, 2019 at Reading Hospital, Reading, PA . Born in Reading, PA he was the son of Thomas M. Kovatto and Mary B. (Shaner) Kovatto. Jon worked for Commercial Kitchen Repair in Quakertown, PA. He was a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoyed working on cars and motorcycles. Surviving with his...

Mary L. Piekos

Mary L. Piekos

Jun 10, 2019

Mary L. Piekos, 85, widow of Walter S. Piekos, of Sycamore Rd. Douglassville, passed away Monday, June 10, 2019 at Keystone Villa, Douglassville. Born in Pottstown she was a daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Wareham) O'Toole. Mary was employed as a production line worker by Boyertown Packaging Co. She was a member of Immaculate Conception RC Church. Surviving...

Theresa A. Cisarik

Theresa A. Cisarik

Jun 5, 2019

Theresa A. Cisarik, 83, of Linfield, PA Theresa A. Cisarik, 83, of Linfield, PA passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 in the afternoon in Pottstown, PA with her family by her side. She was born in Pottstown, PA on April 2, 1936 to the late Luke J. and Nillie F. (Ruchinski) Cisarik. Theresa worked at Bell Telephone and later...

Sandra K. Buckingham

Sandra K. Buckingham

Jun 4, 2019

Sandra K. Buckingham, 68, of Moser Road, Pottstown, PA passed away on Tuesday June 4, 2019 at her daughter Joanne's residence in Spring City, PA . Born in Pottstown, PA she was the daughter of the late Warren Arthur High, Sr. and Katherine Lyadia (DeKalb) High. Sandra was a Certified Nursing Assistant. Surviving is a son James Buckingham of Erie,...

Patricia Duff

Patricia Duff

Jun 4, 2019

Patricia Duff, 72, wife of Donald L. Duff of Boyertown, PA passed away on Tuesday June 4, 2019 at Manor Care, Pottstown, PA . Born in Elizabeth, Nj she was the daughter of the late Joseph P. and Olga (Charcoal) Burke. Patricia was a school teacher at St. Aloysius School for 33 years. She was a member of St. Aloysius...

Carl A. Hasselhan

Carl A. Hasselhan

Jun 3, 2019

Carl A. Hasselhan, Jr., 74, husband of Yvonne (Ondo) Hasselhan of Pottstown, PA passed away on Monday June 3, 2019 at his residence. Born in Pottstown, PA he was the son of the late Carl Anthony and Edith C. Bailey Hasselhan. Carl had worked as a machine operator for Dana Corp. for 38 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran...

Patricia A. D'Innocenzo

Patricia A. D'Innocenzo

Jun 2, 2019

Patricia A. D'Innocenzo, 82, wife of Joseph S. D'Innocenzo , of Grace St. Pottstown, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2019 at her residence. Born in Reading, PA. she was a daughter of the late Howard N. Jr. and Elizabeth M. (Bennis) Heath. Surviving with her husband is a son , James D'Innocenzo and his wife Donetta. Four daughters; Mary, wife...

Nancy S. O'Dell

Nancy S. O'Dell

May 22, 2019

Nancy Schmearer O'Dell, 92, of Annapolis, MD, died on May 22, 2019, two weeks before her 93rd birthday. Born on June 5, 1926, in Pottstown, PA , she was the daughter of the late William E. Schmearer, Jr. and Caroline Schmearer. Nancy graduated from Pottstown High School in 1944. She worked as a dental assistant for Dr. Charles Baylor during...

Margaret A. Foley

Margaret A. Foley

May 12, 2019

Margaret A. Foley, 96, widow of David M. Foley Sr., of Center Ave, Pottstown passed away Sunday, May 12, 2019 at her residence. Born in Pottstown she was a daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Bondola) Galamba. She was a member of St. John's Byzantine Catholic Church and was a Foster Grandparent at Rupert School. Surviving is a son...

Patricia Ann Guntick

Patricia Ann Guntick

May 9, 2019

Patricia Ann Guntick, age 72, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on May 9, 2019. She was known as Pat by all that knew and loved her. She was affectionately known as Peaches by her grandchildren. Patricia was born on May 15, 1946 in Germantown, Philadelphia, PA to John V. and Amelia O'Donnell. She was big...

Jeanne V. Cimino

Jeanne V. Cimino

May 1, 2019

Jeanne V. Cimino, 93, widow of James A. Cimino Sr., passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Manatawny Manor. Born in Holloway, Ohio. She was a daughter of the late Clemmie and Dollie (Harris) Capretta. Surviving are two sons; James A. Cimino Jr., and his wife Linda, a son Ricki V. Cimino and companion Karen. A daughter Deborah Y. Smith,...

John J. Breedy

John J. Breedy

Apr 30, 2019

John J. "Jack" Breedy, 89, husband of the late Carol J. Breedy of Reading, PA and most recently of Pottstown, PA passed away on Tuesday April 30, 2019 at Seasons Hospice, Phoenixville, PA . Born in Reading, PA he was the son of the late Walter Roth and Ruth (Deamer) Price. Jack was a sales representative for the H.J. Heinz...

Richard Barndt

Richard Barndt

Apr 24, 2019

Richard "Barney" Barndt, 90, husband of Anne (Clayberger) Barndt, of Spring St. Pottstown, passed away April 24, 2019 at Seasons Hospice, Phoenixville. Born in Souderton, PA, he was a son of the late Stanley K. and Mamie (Simmons) Barndt. He was a 1946 graduate of Pottstown High School. He was the owner and operator of Barney's Electric Motor Repair, and...

Anthony Klimas

Anthony Klimas

Apr 21, 2019

Anthony Klimas, 47, of Boyertown, PA, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019, at his residence. Born in Chester, PA he was the son of Helena E. (Fenimore)(Patti) Klimas of Boyertown and the late Casimir Klimas of Kingsport, TN. Anthony was a 1992 graduate of Reading High School and attended Montgomery County Community College. He was a car salesman for...

Mickey J. Overdorf

Mickey J. Overdorf

Apr 20, 2019

Mickey J. Overdorf, 78, widower of Ann (Zlotnick) Overdorf  of Pottstown, PA passed away on Saturday April 20, 2019 at Phoenixville Hospital, Phoenixville, PA. Born in Pottstown, PA he was the son of the late Paul and Suzanne (Boone) Overdor, Sr. Mickey had worked as a machine operator for the Bethlehem Steel Corp., formerly of Pottstown, PA. Mickey was a...

Joan A Sluzenski

Joan A Sluzenski

Apr 19, 2019

Joan A. Sluzenski, 78, widow of Robert Oister and Charles L. Sluzenski Jr. of Walnutport, PA, passed away Friday, April 19, 2019 at Bethlehem Manor Care. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Helen (Montko) Koren. Surviving are four daughters; Diana Ambrus, Patricia Harding, Brenda Santee and Bobbie Smith. Three step-sons and one step-daughter. A...

Melissa J. Koresko

Melissa J. Koresko

Apr 16, 2019

Melissa J. Koresko was the loving mother to her son Braydon, who was her inspiration. She was the only daughter to her parents Charles & Kathleen. She has three brothers Jason, Matthew with Alexa and Jonathan. Her spirit shined through it all and will continue to shine through her memory. Funeral services will be held for Melissa on Saturday April...

Helen Lasheski-Benner

Helen Lasheski-Benner

Apr 14, 2019

Helen Lasheski-Benner, 88, widow of Joseph H. Lasheski Sr. and Leroy Benner, passed away Sunday, April 14th at the Pottstown Hospital. Born in Kingston, NY. She was a daughter of the late Albert and Augusta Cline. Helen was employed as a Secretary and Bookkeeper. Surviving are sons; John C. Lasheski wife Rhonda, James M. Lasheski, Jerry A. Lasheski wife Tina...