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Carole D. (Borasz) Herber

Carol D. Herber, 65, of Kenhorst passed away Sunday, April 21st, 2013 in her residence. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine (Rodemski) Borasz. Carol loved gardening. Carol exhibited a strong work ethic as she was employed by Palmer Candies for many years and later worked in the kitchen at the The Highlands of Wyomissing. Carol is survived by: One Son: Leon J. Herber of Exeter Township; Two Grandchildren; Many Nieces and Nephews as well as some very close friends. She was pre-deceased by a sister Barbara. Graveside Services will be held at St Mary’s Cemetery– Upland Ave. Reading, PA 19607 on Tuesday, April 30th, 2013 at 10:00 am. Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. Mount Penn in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visitwww.LutzFuneralHome.com

Terry W. “Tev” Himmelreich

Terry W. “Tev” Himmelreich, 55, of Reading passed away April 23rd, 2013 in his residence. Born in Reading he was a son of Kathryn (Rothermel) Himmelreich of Reading. Terry was a Crane operator for Car-Tech for many years. He is survived by:One Son, Jesse Himmelreich and Two Daughters: Mindy and Megan Himmelreich all of Mt. Penn and One Grandson Riley and One Granddaughter Lilliana. Terry is also survived by One Brother Rick Himmelreich and Six Sisters Linda Aston, Lori Himmelreich, Jami Pyle, Cheryl Roth, Sue Calvaresi, and Gail Koch.
He was pre deceased by One Brother Robert Himmelreich. Memorial Services will be held at Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. 2100 Perkiomen Ave, Mt. Penn. on Monday April 29th, 2013 at 2:00 pm. Interment is private at the convenience of the family. In Lieu of Flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Assoc. P.O. Box 15120, Chicago, IL. 60693. For online condolences, please visitwww.LutzFuneralHome.com

Gloria E. (Wenger) Roland

Gloria E. (Wenger) Roland, age 83, passed away peacefully in her cottage at Stoneridge, Poplar Run on April 5, 2013 after a lengthy illness. She is survived by her husband Jack R. Roland with whom she would have celebrated 60 years of marriage in December. Gloria was pre-deceased by her parents Milton and Helen Wenger. Gloria graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1947. She enjoyed gardening, painting, archery, caring for her many pets, but most of all taking care of her husband Jack. She will be dearly missed by her friends and family. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 11:00 A.M.at Stoneridge Poplar Run 440 E. Lincoln Ave. Myerstown, PA 17067. Interment private at the convenience of the family. Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. Mount Penn in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visitwww.LutzFuneralHom e.com

 


Stella (Valavanis) Hatza

Stella Hatza, 94, formerly of Pennside and recently a resident of the Lutheran Home at Topton, died Saturday in Reading Hospital, West Reading.She was the widow of George L. Hatza Sr., who died Jan. 23, 2012.Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late James and Marigo (Demetriades) Valavanis.Stella was employed by the former Berkshire Knitting Mills during the 1930s and 1940s. Later in life, she was employed by Boscov’s Department Stores.Stella was a member of SS. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church and a member of the St. Xenia Philoptochos Society, a service organization at the church. Stella was known for her quiet demeanor and her skill in preparing Greek cuisine.Although at the top of her class at Reading High School, her education was cut short in her junior year so that she could help to support her family during the Great Depression.She is survived by two sons: George L., Jr., of Exeter Township, and Kimon C., husband of Sheryl Santerian, Merion, Montgomery County; three grandchildren: Ani N., Nikki A. and Alexander K., of Merion; two nieces: Shirley Eleftherion of Allentown and Mary Jane Toggas of Gettysburg; and one nephew: R. James Willis, of San Antonio, Texas.Viewings will be held 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Lutz Funeral Home, 2100 Perkiomen Ave., Mount Penn, and again Saturday at 10 a.m. at SS. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, 1001 E. Wyomissing Blvd. Funeralservices will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church., with interment to follow in Charles Evans Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, contributions in Stella’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market St., Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.For online condolences, please visitwww.LutzFuneralHome.com.

Michael A. “Rapp” Rappaselli

Michael A. “Rapp” Rappaselli, 54, of Reading, passed away April 1st, 2013 in his residence. Born in Pforzheim, Germany, Mike was a son of Nicholas A., husband of Patricia of Reading and Christel Bachman of Reading. Mike was a taxi cab driver for 20+ years. Music was a very big part of his life. Mike also loved the Philadephia Phillies and the Eagles. Mike was a devoted father to one son Anthony of Reading, and two grandchildren. He is also survived by one sister, Toni M. Baver of Mt. Penn, two brothers; Victor T. of Sacramento, CA and Thomas I. of Mt. Penn. Two nephews; Michael and Tyler of Mt. Penn and cousins Carol and Tommy of Mt. Penn; Daniela and Steffi of Germany also survive. Friends may call On Friday, April 5th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. at Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. 2100 Perkiomen Ave, Mt. Penn. Interment private at the convenience of the family. In Lieu of Flowers donations may be made to Nicholas A. Rappaselli at 1517 Hill Rd. Apt. # 5HReading PA, 19602 in memory of Mike. For online condolences, please visitwww.LutzFuneralHome.com

Sandra (Reifsnyder) Seifert-Bolig

Sandra (Reifsnyder) Seifert-Bolig 68 of Reading passed away April 1st, 2013 in Berkshire Center. She was the widow of Donald L. Seifert and the wife of Gene D. Bolig. Born in Reading she was a daughter of the late Paul and Thelma (Kreider) Reifsnyder. Sandra worked for CNA in mail services until her retirement. Sandra is survived by:One Daughter Desiree Seifert of Reading. She was Pre-Deceased by one brother Paul Reifsnyder Jr and one Sister Verlie Schaffer. Services and interment are private at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made to the Animal Rescue League P. O. Box 69, Mohnton, PA 19540 in Sandra’s memory. Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. Mount Penn in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.LutzFuneralHome

Helen F. Weller

Helen F. Weller, 91, formerly of Mt. Penn passed away Thursday, March 28th, 2013 in Berks Heim. She was the widow of Ernest K. Weller who passed 10/20/2005. Born in Albuquerque, NM she was a daughter of the late John and Farrah (Herrin) Warfel. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church where she was on the music and worship committee and was in charge of the Lenton Soup and Sandwich Services. Helen worked with her husband in the family business, Weller Appliances.
Her true life vocation was love and concern of family, her survivors include: Son Donald E. Fiancee of Denise Gula of Elyria, OH. Daughter Donna wife of Merritt Weidner of Mt. Penn.
7 Grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, 2 step great-grandchildren and 3 step great-great grandchildren. Brother John Warfel husband of Heather of Forksville, PA and sister Susan widow of Robert Hollowbush of Fleetwood.
Services will be held in Faith Lutheran Church on Saturday at11:00 am. Friends may call one hour prior to service. Interment in Forest Hills Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Faith Lutheran Church Memorial Fund and mail to 210 N. 25th St., Mt. Penn, PA 19606
Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. Mount Penn in charge of arrangements.
For online condolences, please visitwww.LutzFuneralHome.com

Scott D. Mervine

Scott D. Mervine, 54, of Lower Alsace Township, passed away Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 in the residence of his son Robert. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late David H. Mervine and Mary L. (Flagg) widow of Edwin H. Mengel of Robesonia. Scott was a car enthusiast. He loved Nascar, going to the races and especially his Mustang. In addition to his mother, Scott is survived by: One Son: Robert D. with whom he resided; Two Daughters: Valerie E. wife of John Marmo of Lower Alsace Township and Chivaun R. Mervine of State College and One Granddaughter: Vita C. Marmo. He was pre-deceased by two brothers: Rick and Keri Mervine. Services and Interment private at the convenience of the family. Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. Mount Penn in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.LutzFuneralHome.com

Fern I. (Bortz) Yoder

Fern I. Yoder, 89, of St. Lawrence, passed away Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 in Reading Hospital & Medical Center. She was the wife of the late J. Russell Yoder, Jr. who passed away February 18, 2004. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Walter A. and Alva A. (Berstler) Bortz. Fern was a graduate of Mt. Penn High School. Fern lived in St. Lawrence most of her life and was a member of Schwarzwald Lutheran Church and a Charter Member of the St. Lawrence Women’s Club. She also loved to knit, play bridge, travel and spend time with her friends. Fern was employed at the J.F. Lutz Furniture Company in St. Lawrence for many years. She is survived by two Sons; Larry A., husband of Patricia of Limekiln and Scott R., husband of Stacey of Hamburg. She is also survived by three Grandchildren, one Great-Granddaughter, one Brother; W. Richard Bortz of Brownstown and one Nephew, David Bortz of Seattle. She was predeceased by a Brother, George Bortz. Services will be held in the Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. 2100 Perkiomen Ave. Mt. Penn on Saturday, March 30th, 2013 at 11:00 am. Friends may call from 9:30 am to11:00 am. Interment in Forest Hills Memorial Park. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Schwarzwald Lutheran Church, 250 Church Lane Road, Reading, Pa 19606 or the Exeter Library at4569 Prestwick Drive Reading Pa, 19606. For online condolences, please visitwww.LutzFuneralHome.com

Betty L. (Templin) Rosenberg

Betty L. Rosenberg 86, of Laureldale passed away March 26th, 2013 in Rittenhouse Senior Living. She was the wife of the late Sydney Rosenberg who passed away November 13, 2005. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late James F. and Bertha (Herflicker) Templin. All Betty ever needed was her family. She was a homemaker most of her life, a devoted mother and loved going out for ice cream. Betty is survived by Three Daughters; Doreen L. Casantini of Reading, Elizabeth L., wife of Merrill Dawson of Muhlenberg and Marilyn A., wife of Bruce Feltenberger of Laureldale. She is also survived by six grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Betty was pre-deceased by two brothers, one sister and one great- grandson. Services will be held at Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. on Frid ay, March 29th, 2013 at 10:00 am. Friends may call from 9:00 am to10:00 am. Interment in Birdsboro Cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.LutzFuneralHome.com