Obituaries

Ines Acevedo

Ines Acevedo

Dec 16, 2025

Ines Maria Acevedo, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on June 4, 1938, to the late Frank and Maria Perez, Ines was known for her big heart, unwavering faith, and the warmth she brought to everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.Ines's passion for cooking...

Harold Heimbach

Harold Heimbach

Dec 15, 2025

Harold D. Heimbach, aged 72, beloved husband of the late Cathy L. (Muthersbaugh) Heimbach, will be remembered fondly by family and friends after his passing on December 15, 2025, at the Phoenixville Hospital, surrounded by loved ones. Born on February 16, 1953, Harold was the son of the late Harold and Hilda (Gould) Heimbach. A man of many talents, he...

Anna K. Dinnocenti

Anna K. Dinnocenti

Dec 14, 2025

It is with a joyful heart that we celebrate the life of Anna K. Dinnocenti, who left us peacefully at the age of 99 at Pottstown Hospital on December 14, 2025. A beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother & great great grandmother, Anna will be remembered for her vibrant spirit, deep love for family, and unwavering loyalty to her favorite Philadelphia Phillies.Born...

Nicholas de Prospero

Nicholas de Prospero

Dec 10, 2025

Reverend Father Nicholas de Prospero, a priest of the Eparchy of Passaic serving at Saint John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church in Pottstown, PA fell asleep in the Lord at 10:00 in the morning on December 10, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Medical Center, Allentown, PA following a brief illness.

Father Nicholas was born in Philadelphia, PA on August 14, 1941,...

Thelma Nichols

Thelma Nichols

Dec 8, 2025

Thelma J. Nichols, a vibrant spirit and beloved family matriarch, will be remembered for her zest for life and infectious joy. Born on July 2, 1943, she marched through life with confidence and style, always boasting impeccably done hair and nails. Thelma's life journey concluded peacefully on December 8, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Daughter of the...

Mary Karvoski

Mary Karvoski

Dec 4, 2025

Mary (Koren) Karvoski, a remarkable spirit who graced this world for 101 years, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025, at Manatawny Manor. Born on October 27, 1924, in Pottstown, PA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Hreshko-Pollick) Koren.Mary lived a life filled with love and laughter, embodying the virtues of devotion as a wife,...

Charles Charlton

Charles Charlton

Dec 2, 2025

Charles  R. Charlton, 82, devoted husband of Patricia "Pat" (McFarland) Charlton, will be lovingly celebrated as he journeys into eternal rest. Charly passed away on December 2, 2025, at Reading Hospital, surrounded by his cherished family.Born on April 26, 1943, in Darby, PA, Charly was the son of the late Thomas and Pauline (Tesla) Charlton Sr. He was a proud...

Brian Lukehart

Brian Lukehart

Nov 21, 2025

Brian Lee Lukehart, born January 11, 1972, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at home in Pottstown.

He was the son of the late Donald Lukehart and Janet M (Valentine) Maldonado.

Brian enjoyed working on cars, especially his Chevy Nova. He enjoyed deer hunting with his best friend, cooking, and making people laugh. Brian was always willing to help others. He...

David Bause

David Bause

Nov 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of David Francis Bause in his home on Thursday, November 20th, 2025. Whether it was his infectious smile, his belly laughs or his pocket-sized inspirations - he had a gift for making those around him feel special. Dave's generosity of heart and joyful presence were a source of comfort...

Philomena Bracaglia

Philomena Bracaglia

Nov 17, 2025

Philomena Bracaglia, 97, loving wife of the late John A Bracaglia, peacefully passed away on November 17, 2025, surrounded by her family in Reading Hospital Tower Health.

Philomena was born in Stowe, to the late Fortunato and Maria Tufani. Predeceased by brother Anthony and sister Catharine.

A devoted member of the church, Philomena was a member of St. Gabriel's Ladies Lodge, St....

Ann Claire McCarthy

Ann Claire McCarthy

Nov 13, 2025

Ann Claire (Samarco) McCarthy of North Coventry, wife of Aloysius McCarthy, Jr., finished her earthly journey peacefully at home on November 13, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Ann was born in Philadelphia, PA on February 1, 1942, the daughter of the late James and Claire (Hartzman) Samarco. She grew up in Belmont Hills PA, graduated from Lower Merion High School...

Mary Lou Yanis

Mary Lou Yanis

Nov 4, 2025

Mary Lou Yanis of Pottstown passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones at Phoenixville Hospital at the age of 71 on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

Mary Lou was born in Roxborough, PA on August 13, 1954, and is the daughter of Stanley Fital and Jessie Louise Hamm.

Mary Lou spent most of her days working at flea markets throughout the state,...

Timothy Dobbs

Timothy Dobbs

Nov 2, 2025

Timothy J. Dobbs, 67, husband of Donna (Smola) Dobbs, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025 at his residence.

He was a son of the late Maxmillian F. and Rita E. (Heil) Dobbs Sr.

Tim was known in his North End neighborhood for his Christmas light display. He took great pride in decorating the house for Christmas, and enjoyed giving people a tour...

Helen Duckworth

Helen Duckworth

Oct 30, 2025

Helen Duckworth, 101, passed away on October 30, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Akron, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Waclaw and Leocadia Zawada.

She was employed at the former Irene Boyer Home and worked 27 years at The Hill School in the Building and Grounds Department. She was a long-time member of St....

Valerie Kelli Thompson

Valerie Kelli Thompson

Oct 27, 2025

Valerie Kelli Thompson (Abner), age 66, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025 in Pottstown, PA.

Born in Philadelphia, PA she was the youngest daughter of the late Jerome and Margie Abner (Hicks), little sister to the late Cheryl Abner and granddaughter to the late Marie Hicks (Simms).

Kelli, as she was known most of her life, was a lover of shopping,...

Gretchen Buehler

Gretchen Buehler

Oct 25, 2025

Dr. Gretchen Harter Buehler, 91, of Douglassville, PA, passed away on October 25, 2025 at the Pottstown Hospital from complications after a fall.

Gretchen was born on April 16, 1934 in Burlington, Vt. to Marian Sheffer Buehler, homemaker and poet, and to Dr. Alfred G. Buehler, then professor of economics at the University of Vermont and later professor of public...

Regina Henry

Regina Henry

Oct 24, 2025

Regina M. (Morello) Henry, 78, wife of the late Paul N. Henry Sr., passed away on October 25, 2025 at Pottstown Hospital.

She was a daughter of the late Dominick and Elizabeth Morello Sr.

Regina enjoyed crocheting and search word puzzles.

She leaves behind her memories to be cherished by her son Allen Henry, siblings: Theresa Drumheller, Lorraine Antonio, Toni Thrasher, Roberta DeMarco...

Clayton Ryce

Clayton Ryce

Oct 24, 2025

Clayton M. Ryce passed away on October 24, 2025 from complications after undergoing heart surgery. He is survived by his wife, Judith; daughters Jessie Ryce of Sheffield, England and Georgina Patel of Limerick, PA; brothers Clyde Ryce of Mehoopany, PA and Raymond Ryce of Meshoppen, PA; sister Marilyn Patton of Jacksonville, FL, two grandchildren Olivia and Joshua.

Born in Waco, Texas,...

M Lucille Lloyd

M Lucille Lloyd

Oct 15, 2025

M. Lucille Lloyd, 86, wife of the late Richard Lloyd, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest Hospital.

She was a daughter of the late Norman B. and Mary E. (Gresko) Swavely

Lucille was a member of St. Columbkill R.C. Church. She enjoyed bowling and gardening. She liked to take trips to Rehoboth Beach in Delaware. Lucille loved...

Marlene Fagley

Marlene Fagley

Oct 14, 2025

Marlene A. (Koropka) Fagley, 83, wife of the late J. Russel Fagley, passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the Pottstown Hospital. She was born in Pottstown on August 1 st , 1942, and graduated from Pottstown High School, Class of 1960.

She was a daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Zipay) Koropka.

Marlene retired from Diamond Glass/Anchor Glass, she then...