Obituaries
Monica R White
Jan 25, 2024
Monica R. (Kovach) White 90, wife of the late John R. White, passed away, Thursday, January 25, 2024 at
Pottstown Hospital surrounded by her family.
She was the daughter of the late George M. and Anna (Guman) Kovach.
She was born November 3, 1933 in Pottstown. Monica was a graduate of Pottstown High School Class of 51.' She grew up in Pottstown her...
Leroy Watson
Jan 25, 2024
Leroy Watson, 97, husband of the loving Dorothy (Carter) Watson, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Leroy enjoyed walking around Pottstown; he would walk up and down High Street and make his usual stops to Dempsey Diner and The Very Best. In his younger years he was known for his boxing talent. Leroy had a...
David W Auman
Jan 24, 2024
David W. Auman Jr., 69, husband of Mary (Perterka) Auman, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at the Reading Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
He was a son of the late David W. and Marion (Majilton) Auman Sr.
David enjoyed hunting, fishing and 4 X 4 off road racing. He loved hanging out with his children and grandchildren. David liked spending...
Patricia M. Gilroy
Jan 23, 2024
Patricia M. (Babel) Gilroy, 78, wife of Charles Gilroy, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at the Pottstown Hospital surrounded by her loving family.
She was a daughter of the late John and Mildred (Tassey) Babel Sr.
Pat was very active in St. James Lutheran Church, where she served as a past member of the Church Council, Faith Band participant and a...
Helen Z. Jackson
Jan 17, 2024
Helen Z. Jackson was born July 8, 1924 to Ralph and Willamena Cantrell. She peacefully departed this life on January 17, 2024. The youngest of four children,
Helen's older siblings were Teddy Cantrell, Clarence Cantrell, and Willamena Cantrell.
During her childhood, Helen attended church with her family at the Ephesus Seventh-day Adventist Church in Harlem, New York and received her education at...
Suzanne D. Russell
Jan 16, 2024
Suzanne Dauber Russell, 87, of Saint Peters, PA passed at her residence on Tuesday, January 16th, 2024.
Beloved and devoted wife, mother, grand-, great-grand-, sister, friend, and fan to all. Born on August 1st, 1936, in West Reading, PA to the late Harvey Matz Dauber and Mildred Kreisher Dauber, she often shared her happy childhood memories of growing up with her...
Mary D. Gacura
Jan 16, 2024
Mary D. (Stephany) Gacura, 93, wife of the late Joseph Gacura, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024 surrounded by her loving family at her home.
She was a daughter of the late Peter and Catherine (Krieg) Stephany.
Mary was born September 15, 1930 and was a graduate of Mahanoy City High School, class of 49'. She was a den mother for Cub...
Robin Sluzenski
Jan 16, 2024
Robin (Franks) Sluzenski, 61, wife of Charles Sluzenski, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.
She was a daughter of the late Richard and Patricia (Smith) Franks.
Robin liked reading books, collecting crystals, cooking and get-togethers with friends and family. She preferred watching comedy movies; her favorite channel was the ID Channel. Robin was a...
Freda Perez
Jan 13, 2024
Freda (Linderman-Smith)Perez, 79, passed away January 13, 2024 at the Reading Hospital.
She was a daughter of the late Matthew C. and Carrie V. (Jackson) Linderman.
Freda enjoyed playing bingo, going to the casinos, scratch-off tickets and loved to see Elvis impersonators.
Freda is survived by children: Harry Linderman, Dawn Schoffler and Peggy Elgogary, step children, Abigale Perez, Angelica Perry Richards, siblings, Doris...
Vicente R Santiago
Jan 10, 2024
Vicente R. Santiago Sr, 71, husband of Nidia (Perez) Santiago, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at Pottstown Genesis Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
He was a son of the late Juan and Nativida (Rosado) Santiago.
Vicente was born in Utuado, Puerto Rico. He moved to Pennsylvania in 1971 where he worked as a machine operator through most of his life. In his...
Regina Mary Kovach
Dec 26, 2023
Regina Mary Kovach, 87, passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at Manatawny Manor.
She was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Petro) Kovach.
Regina worked as an administrator for Unisys for over 20 years. She enjoyed playing tennis and traveling. In her free time, she liked to read and do cross stitch. Regina was an active member of Holy Trinity...
Shirley M Tehansky
Dec 12, 2023
Shirley M (Zalinskie) Tehansky, 84, wife of the late Robert Tehansky, passed away peacefully at home, on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
Shirley was born in Shamokin, PA on February 22, 1939, she was a daughter of the late John and Stella (Zigmont) Zalinskie. She was a telephone operator for Ellis's Answering Service for several years. She was a member of St....
Estella Jane Pastelak
Dec 9, 2023
Estella Jane (Groover) Pastelak, 95, wife of the late Edward Pastelak, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2023 at Birdsboro Lodge Senior Living.
Jane—she rarely used Estella—was a daughter of the late Howard and Suzanne (Sharo) Groover.
Jane was happiest in her garden. She was especially partial to peonies, climbing roses, and lilacs, but she loved most flowers. Dogwood trees and forsythia...
Barbara Pedicone
Dec 7, 2023
The beloved Barbara (Kidon) Pedicone, 82, passed away Thursday, December 7, 2023, at the Phoenixville Tower Health Hospital.
She was a daughter of the late James and Anna (Petro) Kidon.
Barbara worked part time in her hair salon but primarily devoted her life to raising her children. Everyone knew Barbara as the kindest soul, always positive, with a deep love for her...
Mary Henry
Dec 7, 2023
Mary (Axsmith) Henry, 88, wife of the late Harold A. Henry, passed away on December 7, 2023 at Manatawny Manor, Pottstown.
She was a daughter of the late Stanley and Laura (Trace) Axsmith.
Mary is survived by her children, Ronald Henry, Susan Saylor, a sister, Laura Hinchliffe, grandchildren Kevin Saylor, Gregory Saylor and Michael Saylor.
To honor Mary's wishes there will be no...
Alfred Butler
Dec 6, 2023
It is with great sadness that the family of Alfred (Alfie) Butler announces his passing on December 6, 2023, at the age of 82 years. Alfie will be lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend, Mary Ellen (Picchio) Butler. Born on November 26, 1941, Alfie was the son of the late Mahlon and Rose (Allen) Butler.
Alfie will be fondly...
Josephine R. Battista
Dec 5, 2023
Josephine Battista, 90 of Stowe, PA passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at Carolina East Medical center in New Bern, NC with her family by her side.
Josephine was born in Atlas, PA on November 21, 1933, to Theresa (Berenik) Kovalovich and Andrew Kovalovich.
She was employed at Gudebrod Brothers in Stowe, PA.
She is survived by her husband Albert, son Ted...
Marjorie Ann Smith
Nov 28, 2023
Marjorie A. Smith, former vocal music and humanities teacher at Owen J. Roberts High School in Chester County, passed away at the age of 92 after a brief illness.
Mrs. Smith was the daughter of Ann (Sobresky) and John Koval of Pottstown. She discovered her love of music through her teacher, Margaret (Peg) Lamb, and studied at West Chester State Teacher's...
Catherine Caroline Keck
Nov 26, 2023
Catherine C. (Shemansky) Keck, wife of the late Earl A. Keck, passed away peacefully on November 26,
2023, surrounded by loved ones.
She was a daughter of the late Joseph A. and Martha (Greis) Shemansky.
Catherine grew up in Stowe and graduated from St. Pius X High School. She worked for many years as a secretary at Valley Forge Army Hospital in Phoenixville,...
Katherine D. Lehman
Nov 22, 2023
Katherine D. (Doering) Lehman, 85, wife of the loving Charles M. Lehman, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2023. Kathy was a daughter of the late John and Katherine (Boggess) Doering.
Kathy was born near Pittsburgh and moved with her family to eastern PA, Delaware and South Dakota. She was a graduate of The Academy of the New Church high school...
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