Reading Eagle Obituaries (2024)

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August 5th, 2024

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Donald E. Hammes
Reading, PA
Donald E. Hammes, 94, passed away at Berkshire Commons in Exeter on Friday, August 2, 2024. He, his wife, and family li ... Read More
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Dora Jean Ambrose
PA
In Loving Memory of Dora Jean Ambrose who passed away on August 5, 2023. ... Read More
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Donald E. Crouse
PA
In Loving Memory of Donald E. Crouse who passed away on August 5, 2023. ... Read More
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Hyacinth Philomena Davis
PA
In Loving Memory of Hyacinth Philomena Davis who passed away on August 5, 2023. ... Read More
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Bette Loughin
PA
In Loving Memory of Bette Loughin who passed away on August 5, 2023. ... Read More
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Thomas G. Price
PA
In Loving Memory of Thomas G. Price, Jr. who passed away on August 5, 2023. ... Read More
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Louise M. Schaeffer
PA
In Loving Memory of Louise M. Schaeffer who passed away on August 5, 2023. ... Read More
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Walter Stanley Shirey
PA
In Loving Memory of Walter Stanley Shirey who passed away on August 5, 2023. ... Read More
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August 4th, 2024

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Brian R. Barrell
Reading, PA
Brian R. Barrell, 64, of Rockland Township, died peacefully, surrounded by family in his home, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. ... Read More
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Carole P. Born
Reading, PA
Carole P. Born, 85, passed away on August 1, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in her Brecknock Township residence. ... Read More
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Burnedette Gertrude Carlson
Reading, PA
Burnedette Gertrude (McDowell) Carlson, 98, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at the Highlands of Wyomissing. She was ... Read More
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Edward F. Gardner
Reading, PA
Edward F. Gardner, 80, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Reading Hospital and Medical Center. He was the loving ... Read More
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Linda L. Gougler
Reading, PA
Linda L. Gougler, 75, of Tilden Twp., went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 1, 2024 in Lehigh Valley Hospital - M ... Read More
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Robert D. Houck
Reading, PA
Robert "Bob" D. Houck, age 75, of Boyertown, Pennsylvania passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024. He was the son of the ... Read More
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Cena L. Knowles
Reading, PA
Cena L. Knowles, age 73, of Blandon, passed away on Friday August 2, 2024, at Lehigh Valley Hospice, in Allentown, PA. ... Read More
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Sue Kulp
Reading, PA
In loving memory of Sue Kulp 8/21/56-7/23/24 Sue Kulp, 67 of Birdsboro, passed away peacefully on 7/23/24. Sue is survi ... Read More
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Angelina H. McGlynn
Reading, PA
Angelina H. McGlynn, 74, formerly of Sinking Spring, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 12:36 pm at Fairlane Gardens, ... Read More
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Erma Mae (Bond) Merkel
Reading, PA
Erma Mae (Bond) Merkel, 100, formerly of Lenhartsville and a resident at Maidencreek Place since 2015 passed away on Aug ... Read More
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Doris A. Murray
Reading, PA
Doris A. Murray, 88, formerly of Alsace Twp., passed away on August 2, 2024 at Laurel Center of Hamburg. She was the s ... Read More
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William Daniel Serfass
Reading, PA
William Daniel Serfass, 89, of Columbia, SC, formerly Kutztown, PA, went home in the arms of Jesus to meet the Father on ... Read More
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Arletta J. Sweigart
Reading, PA
Arletta J. Sweigart, 90, of Spring Twp., formerly of Shillington passed away July 30, 2024 at Columbia Cottage where she ... Read More
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Gloria L. Tice
Reading, PA
Gloria L. Tice, 92, of Laureldale, died unexpectedly on August 1, 2024, at Tower Health – Reading Hospital, West Readi ... Read More
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Jan Marie Fisher
PA
In Loving Memory of Jan Marie Fisher who passed away on August 4, 2023. ... Read More
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June L. Fleisch
PA
In Loving Memory of June L. Fleisch who passed away on August 4, 2023. ... Read More
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Tyler W. Gray
PA
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In Loving Memory of Tyler W. Gray who passed away on August 4, 2023. ... Read More
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Jessey Sebastian Homan
PA
In Loving Memory of Jessey Sebastian Homan who passed away on August 4, 2023. ... Read More
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Anne Elizabeth Leinbach
PA
In Loving Memory of Anne Elizabeth Leinbach who passed away on August 4, 2023. ... Read More
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Robert J. Millar
PA
In Loving Memory of Robert J. Millar who passed away on August 4, 2023. ... Read More
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August 3rd, 2024

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George A. Noll
Reading, PA
George A. Noll, 78, of Lower Alsace Township, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Reading Hospital. He was the hu ... Read More
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Malinda S. Beckley
PA
In Loving Memory of Malinda S. Beckley who passed away on August 3, 2023. ... Read More
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Morris Harold Hiester
Reading, PA
In Loving Memory of Morris "Tiny" Harold Hiester who passed away on August 3, 2023. ... Read More
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Richard N. Kellenberger
PA
In Loving Memory of Richard N. Kellenberger who passed away on August 3, 2023. ... Read More
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Charles Roy Reinhard
PA
In Loving Memory of Charles Roy Reinhard who passed away on August 3, 2023. ... Read More
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John G. Spang
PA
In Loving Memory of John G. Spang who passed away on August 3, 2023. ... Read More
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August 2nd, 2024

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Thomas R. Confer
PA
In Loving Memory of Thomas R. Confer who passed away on August 2, 2023. ... Read More
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Thomas Allen Heist
PA
In Loving Memory of Thomas Allen Heist who passed away on August 2, 2023. ... Read More
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Jeanette M. Kline
PA
In Loving Memory of Jeanette M. Kline who passed away on August 2, 2023. ... Read More
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Anna Rita Kouvaros
PA
In Loving Memory of Anna Rita Kouvaros who passed away on August 2, 2023. ... Read More
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Jeffrey C. Peter
PA
In Loving Memory of Jeffrey C. Peter who passed away on August 2, 2023. ... Read More
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Irvin G. Smith
PA
In Loving Memory of Irvin G. Smith who passed away on August 2, 2023. ... Read More
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August 1st, 2024

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Kathleen Connors
PA
In Loving Memory of Kathleen Connors who passed away on August 1, 2023. ... Read More
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Grace J. Goodhart
PA
In Loving Memory of Grace J. Goodhart who passed away on August 1, 2023. ... Read More
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Randall E. Hinsey
PA
In Loving Memory of Randall E. Hinsey, Sr. who passed away on August 1, 2023. ... Read More
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Anthony J. Kodz
PA
In Loving Memory of Anthony J. Kodz who passed away on August 1, 2023. ... Read More
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Jeffrey Lee Loeper
PA
In Loving Memory of Jeffrey Lee Loeper who passed away on August 1, 2023. ... Read More
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Mary Jane Redcay
PA
In Loving Memory of Mary Jane Redcay who passed away on August 1, 2023. ... Read More
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July 31st, 2024

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Judith A. Miller
Reading, PA
Judith A. Miller, 74, formerly of Laurel, Maryland, and Fleetwood, Pennsylvania, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024, a ... Read More
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Lawrence V. Rothermel
Reading, PA
Lawrence V. Rothermel, 82, of St. Lawrence, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 at the Mifflin Center. He was the husba ... Read More
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David Jay Sockel
Reading, PA
David Jay Sockel, 72, of Wyomissing, formerly of Mt. Penn, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Complete Care at Berk ... Read More
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How much does it cost to put an obituary in the Reading Eagle? ›

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Obits	Celebrations
Single Reproduction – $5.00	One free with Celebration announcement
Up to 5 Reproductions (on 1 page) – $10.00	Additional Reproduction – $5.00
	5 Celebration Reproductions – $15.00 10 Celebration Reproductions – $25.00 15 Celebration Reproductions – $30.00

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What is the first line of an obituary? ›

Suggested wording: “It is with great sadness that the family of (deceased name) announce (his/her) passing….”

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What are the final words on an obituary? ›

Some families make the final line a dedication honoring their loved one. Phrases like “We will always carry your memory in our hearts,” or perhaps a favorite quote of your loved one are heartfelt and personal. Other families select a short prayer, a religious quotation, or a line from a poem to place at the end.

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Why do I keep reading obituaries? ›

Obituaries are important. They provide us with the sad but significant news of people no longer alive who were once part of our communities. As important as they are in the ritual of mourning, they are expensive.

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What is the cheapest way to publish an obituary? ›

Publishing it in local or smaller metropolitan newspapers costs around $60 to start. Large metropolitan newspapers charge anywhere from $263 to several thousands of dollars. Cheaper alternatives to publishing in the newspaper include online-only newspapers, memorial websites and social media.

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Do you pay by the word for obituary? ›

Most newspapers charge by line, so the higher the word count, the higher the price. However, families and loved ones can save money by looking into online options. Publishing an online obituary costs between $50 and $100 and allows for more opportunities to share it through email and social media.

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What should you not include in an obituary? ›

When writing an obituary, leave out details that could be used for identity theft, such as the deceased's date and place of birth, middle name, maiden name and mother's maiden name. And don't include the deceased's home address.

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How soon after death do you write an obituary? ›

There is no specific rule that requires you to publish an obituary right away. In most cases, people aim to publish an obituary 1-2 weeks following the passing of a loved one. However, publishing it months or even a year after a loved one's death is completely okay.

What is the last paragraph of an obituary? ›

The closing paragraph is typically rather short and includes details regarding services or gatherings, as well as any requests regarding donations being made to charities or organizations that are meaningful to the deceased.

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What is the most common last words before death? ›

“A nurse from the hospice told me that the last words of dying men often resembled each other,” wrote Hajo Schumacher in a September essay in Der Spiegel. “Almost everyone is calling for 'Mommy' or 'Mama' with the last breath.”

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What should be left out of a obituary? ›

It's important to remember that an obituary is supposed to be an announcement and brief biography of the deceased. Don't feel the need to recount every detail of their life. Also try to avoid bragging about every accomplishment or award the deceased received.

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What is the proper way to list family members in an obituary? ›

The order should go as followed: spouse, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, parents, and siblings. It should be noted that nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws are typically unmentioned unless they were especially close to the deceased.

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Is it disrespectful not to have an obituary? ›

Deciding not to publish an obituary is #perfectlynormal in grief. If publishing an obituary in the paper or online feels (or felt) wrong to you - perhaps drawing unwanted attention or sharing on a level beyond what's comfortable - that's OK. There is no one right way to honor someone you love.

Is it morbid to read obituaries? ›

Reading an obituary is not so much an act of mourning a death but of reviewing a life of notable accomplishment and celebrating it. Obituaries are capsule biographies. Still, obituaries concern death.

How much does it cost to put an obituary in a local newspaper? ›

An average obituary can easily be $200.00-500.00. Costs vary by publication. Newspapers charge by the line and can average $450 for a complete obituary. The average obituary cost begins at $200.00 and increases due to the amount of content, including a photograph and the length of the obituary.

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How much does it cost to put an obituary in the Berkshire Eagle? ›

FAQ. How much does an obituary in The Berkshire Eagle cost? Placing an obituary in The Berkshire Eagle starts at $117.50.