Obituaries

Linda D Rowland

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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....

Beverly D. Simmons

Beverly D. Simmons

Jan 12, 2026

Beverly D. "Bunni" (Davis) Simmons, 83, passed away unexpectedly on January 12, 2026. She was the beloved wife of David V. Simmons. They shared 57 years together before his passing in November 2022.

Born in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late Wesley and Ethel (Carter) Davis. Beverly graduated from Pottstown Senior High School and held various jobs throughout her...

Victoria Bellegue

Victoria Bellegue

Jan 12, 2026

It is with extremely sad and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Victoria (Rocus) Bellegue, 27, who drew her final breath on January 12, 2026. A loving wife to her high school sweetheart, Kale Bellegue, Victoria was surrounded by her devoted family in her final moments.Born on September 16, 1998, to David and Christina (Calandra) Rocus, Victoria was...

John Anthony Pol

John Anthony Pol

Jan 8, 2026

John Anthony Pol (JP), 68, loving husband to his wife Cheryl M. Palm, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by family on January 8, 2026. Born on October 4, 1957 in Pottstown, Pa. to the late Gino J. Pol and Alice E. (Melley) Pol.

John learned his craftmanship and trade through his father and went on start Pol Contracting which he...

Richard Corum

Richard Corum

Jan 7, 2026

On January 7, 2026, Richard Leon Corum passed away peacefully at 88 years of age at the Reading Hospital in Reading, Pennsylvania.

Rich was born on October 1,1937 in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. He was the son of the late William Corum, Sr. and Mary Williams Corum.

Richard Corum attended Pottstown Schools until he enlisted into the United States Air Force in the early...

Virginia Anna Olsen

Virginia Anna Olsen

Jan 7, 2026

Virginia, also known as Ginny, graduated from high school in Nitro, West Virginia in 1947. She met her husband while attending Marshall (College) University in Huntington, West Virginia. They eloped to Ashland, Kentucky on November 8, 1948 where the legal age for marriage was under 21. While attending college she got a part-time job at Bradshaw-Diehl, a local department store....

Ted "Telvis" Szymborski

Ted "Telvis" Szymborski

Jan 6, 2026

Ted "Telvis" Szymborski, beloved husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 6th, 2026, at the age of 74.

Ted was born on July 4th, 1951, in Philadelphia. He was the cherished son of the late Ted and Marion (Prizer) Szymborski of Coatesville, Pennsylvania.

He graduated from Coatesville High School, class of 1969. Ted later went on to attended...

James Cooper

James Cooper

Jan 3, 2026

James "Jimmy" L. Cooper Sr., aged 70, a cherished father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, will forever be remembered for his zest for life, warm heart, and culinary talents. Born on October 8, 1955, in Pottstown, PA, he passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, leaving behind a profound legacy of love and laughter.Jimmy, the son of the late O'Dell and Vera...

Deborah Rowland

Deborah Rowland

Dec 30, 2025

It is with a heavy yet grateful heart that we announce the passing of Deborah "Dee" (Moyer) Rowland, who departed peacefully on December 30, 2025, at Reading Hospital. Born on May 17, 1962, in Somerville, NJ, Dee made her home in Pottstown, PA, where she touched the lives of many through her caring nature and dedication to her community.Dee was the...

Evelyn Anne Guarini-Moreland

Evelyn Anne Guarini-Moreland

Dec 22, 2025

Evelyn “Evi” Anne Guarini-Moreland, a beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend passed away at the age of 60, surrounded by her loving family on December 22, 2025 after a short, but courageous battle with cancer.

Born on September 3, 1965, Evelyn, affectionately known as “Evi”, lived a life defined by compassion and devotion. She spent many years as a dedicated...

Barry Schott

Barry Schott

Dec 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barry Schott, a beloved husband, father, Poppop, brother and cherished friend, who departed this life on December 22, 2025. Survived by his devoted spouse, Delores "Dee" Schott, Barry's warmth, playful spirit, and kind heartedness will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Barry's life revolved around his family,...

John E. Janda

John E. Janda

Dec 20, 2025

It is with both sadness and gratitude that we announce the passing of John E. Janda, at the age of 92. John, who was the cherished husband of Suzanne C. (Watters) Janda, departed this world peacefully at the Pottstown Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on December 20th, 2025.

Born to the late Elsie Janda, John was a popular substitute in the Owen...

Russell C. Weller Sr

Russell C. Weller Sr

Dec 18, 2025

Russell C. "Bruizer" Weller Sr., 55, peacefully passed away on December 18, 2025, after a courageous long battle with illness. Born on March 10, 1970, he was the son of Charles R. Weller Jr. and the late Diane Rita (Landis) Weller.Russell was a larger-than-life personality known for his love of life, freedom, and adventure. A proud member of the Sussex...