Local Obituaries for Berks, Bucks, Lehigh and Montgomery Counties

Anne E. Goll

Mar 24, 2025

Anne E. Goll, 72, of Pennsburg, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025. She was the wife of Edward Goll. They were married for 53 years in July. She was predeceased by her son, Daniel Goll and her sister, Judy Custer.

Anne is also survived by her daughter, Amy, wife of Brian Roth of Coopersburg; and grandchildren, Alyssa, Joshua and Noah...

Carole Sheetz

Mar 17, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carole A. Sheetz, who left us peacefully on March 17, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in South Plainfield, NJ, to the late Edgar and Elizabeth (Benward) Mentzel, Carole built a life filled with love and dedication.

Carole was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother,...

Lillian A. Hess

Mar 16, 2025

"I am so blessed to have this wonderful family. I always believed that anything worth doing is worth doing right, and it seems we did something right. Love you all."

These words, written by Lillian, reflect the core of her being - a woman who valued family, tradition, and living life with purpose. Our dear mother, grandmother, and friend has passed...

James Rightley

Mar 16, 2025

James J. Rightley Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 16, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on September 11, 1928, in Chester, Pennsylvania, James lived a life filled with love, dedication, creativity, and community.

James attended John Bartram High School, where he excelled as a gymnast and received the silver...

Anna Force

Mar 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anna C. Force, a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at the age of 93. Born on August 9, 1931, in East Greenville, to the late James and Margaret (Bower) Yerger, Anna spent her entire life, nurturing both her family and the land she cherished.

A...

Vernon Wallace

Mar 10, 2025

On October 18, 1960, the heavens opened up, and Vernon Lamar Wallace was born in Philadelphia, PA, to William Wallace Jr. and Gwenitta Wallace. Vernon was the first of their children, a cherished gift that brought joy to his family.

Vernon received his education within the Philadelphia public school district, graduating from Simon Gratz High School in June 1979. Shortly after...

H. George Bonekemper III

Mar 10, 2025

Dr. H. George Bonekemper III, 82, retired Superintendent of Upper Perkiomen School District, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, March 10, 2025 at The Community at Rockhill. He was the widower of the late L. Anne (Wampole) Bonekemper with whom he shared 47 years of marriage.

He was born in Lansdale to the late Harold George Jr. and Eva...

Doris Keller

Mar 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris Keller, beloved mother, grandmother and dedicated friend, who passed away on March 8, 2025, at the age of 79. Born in Finland to the late Lloyd and Althea (Batman) Derr, Doris exemplified a life rich with love, compassion, and a spirit of adventure that touched all who knew...

Bonnie Marks

Mar 2, 2025

Bonnie Lou (Dierolf) Marks , beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend left this world peacefully on March 2, 2025, at the age 69. Born in Grandview Hospital to the late Leroy Dierolf and Mary (Freed) Einsele.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her cherished husband, Bruce Marks, with whom she celebrated 50 years of marriage with before his passing in 2024.

Together,...

Richard Bieler

Feb 28, 2025

Richard R. Bieler, beloved husband, devoted father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully with family by his side on February 28, 2025, at the age of 93. Born in Catasauqua, to the late Claude and Helen (Ritter) Bieler, Richard lived a simple life filled with love and laughter, enjoying all that each day offered. Rich was always smiling and...

David Proffit

Feb 27, 2025

David E. Proffit, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully in hospice on February 27, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Yukon, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Charlie and Virginia (Romans) Proffit.

David was a graduate of Big Cheek High School in War, West Virginia. He furthered his education and excelled in electrical...

Mary Keller

Feb 25, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Elaine Keller, who left this world peacefully on February 25, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Pennsburg, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Katie (Faust) Eck.

Mary's family was the center of her universe. Mary dedicated 23 wonderful years of her life to her...

Earle Kramer, Sr.

Feb 25, 2025

Earle R. Kramer Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in Krumsville, PA, Earle was the son of the late William and Rosa (Brunner) Kramer.

Earle proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, where he worked as a mechanic assisting in the vital...

Diana "Dee" Scherzer

Feb 21, 2025

Diana E. "Dee" Scherzer, aged 78, of Perkiomenville, departed this life unexpectantly on Friday, February 21, 2025. Born in Fountain Hill, Bethlehem, she was a daughter Esther Way and the late Donald Way, Sr.. Diana was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and friend who touched the lives of all who knew her.

A 1964 graduate of Upper Perkiomen High School, Diana...

Thomas Dunn

Feb 20, 2025

Thomas E. Dunn, 81, of Phoebe Miller Personal Care, Allentown, PA, previously of Zionsville, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest Hospice. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Diane L. Dunn in July of 2024.

Born in Sioux Falls, SD, he was the son of the late Thomas J. and Edna (Preisler) Dunn....

Rosella "Rose" Crouthamel

Feb 19, 2025

Rosella (Bleam) Crouthamel of Barto, PA was ushered into Heaven February 19, 2025. She was known to many as Rose, Rosie, Monnie, Hun, Mom, Sasa and Mrs. C. 

Rose was born on January 5, 1940, in Quakertown, PA to Martin and Harriet (Reynolds) Bleam. She had two older siblings, Martin Bleam and Shirley (Bleam) Long, and one younger brother, William Bleam. 

She...

Fern Roth

Feb 15, 2025

Fern Roth, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and cherished member of the Red Hill community, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at the age of 98. Born on February 6, 1927, in Red Hill, PA, Fern dedicated her life to her family and her many passions, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her. She was the beloved...

Barry Slemmer

Feb 14, 2025

Barry E. Slemmer, formerly of East Greenville, passed away, with his wife by his side, on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Peter Becker Community at age 84.

Barry was a dedicated teacher for 35 years at Upper Perkiomen School District, impacting countless students with his passion for education. A proud graduate of East Stroudsburg University, Barry's love for sports was evident...

Gladys Ritting

Feb 13, 2025

Gladys G. (Lemke) Ritting, beloved mother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on September 28, 1928, in Philadelphia, PA, Gladys lived a life filled with love, devotion, and family.

A 1946 graduate of Roxborough High School, Gladys devoted herself to her profession as a secretary, first at Wyeth Laboratories in Malvern...

Lisa Laub

Feb 13, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Lisa A. Laub, beloved wife, devoted mother, and cherished friend, who departed this life peacefully at home on February 13, 2025, at the age of 58. Born on June 3, 1966, in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, to the late Dale Sr. and Leslie (Frew) Tobin, Lisa touched the lives of all...