Russel Franklin Hartman, 86, of Pennside, died peacefully at home, on May 15th.

Russel was born in Reading, a son of the late Ruth N. (Ludwig) and Franklin D. Hartman.

For 39 years Russel was married to Geraldine (Arnold) Hartman,(Gerry Hartman) and together they have a daughter,Jennifer,wife of Thomas Smith,Fleetwood. He is also survived by an adorable and cherished grandson,Avery.

He worked for the US Postal Service as a carrier for 38 years. He retired in 1984.. This was a job he loved. Daily he would recall many happy memories of all the wonderful people he met and that he still saw in the community.

He served in the U.S. Army as a Corporal in the Korean War.He Served in Germany with the 307th Replacement Depot.

Russ was active in many singing groups.Singing in various church choirs,weddings,playing with his old Lionel Trains,building model airplanes and seeing his grandson,Avery,brought him much happiness.He was a 32nd Degree Mason,and belonged to St. John.s Lodge #435. For many years he was an active member in the Chanters and Consistory choir at the Scottish Rite Cathedral.

He was a 1944 Graduate of Reading High School.

He was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Parish.

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He was predeceased by a brother,Edwin, in 1962.

At Russel’s request services and burial were private.
A special thank you is extended to all of his many doctor’s and to all of the loving staff at Dialysis Center on Dengler St.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, in his memory, may be made to Charity of Your Choice.
Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services,Inc.,1501 N. 11th St.,Reading,was in charge of arrangements.
Family and friends may sign online register at www.sandersfuneral.com.

Robert R. Mauger, 66, of Reading, passed away at 6:50 AM, Saturday, May 11th, after a courageous 31/2 year battle with cancer, at Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading.

Robert was born in Reading, on May 12, 1946, a son of the late Emma (Tischler) and Ralph Mauger.

He was the husband of Sandra M. (Scianna) Mauger.

He worked as a machinist at Quadrant formerly Polymer Plastic, Reading, for 41 years retired 2007. He also received the quarter century award.

Robert was a member of Ivy Leaf Assoc., Lifetime Jacksons Democratic Club, Northmont Social Club, Fraternal Order of Police, an avid sports fan and enjoyed time with family and friends.

Mr. Mauger graduated from Reading High School in the class of 1964.

In addition to his wife Robert is survived by
four daughters, Sherry L. Scianna, of Boyertown; Tina Dry, Trudy Mauger, and Lynn Mauger.
two sons James W., husband of Bridget Schaeffer, of Douglassville and Christopher Mauger, of Reading.

Robert is also survived by
two sisters, Louise Folk, and Joyce Russo, both of Temple;
a brother, Carl Mauger, of Reading

He is also survived by 5 grandchildren.

Memorial Service from the Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 1501 North 11th St., Reading, at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 16th.

Family will receive friends on Thursday 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. at the funeral home.

Interment will be private.

Family request donations to Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund, 4 Park Plaza, Suite 105A, Reading, PA 19610.

Please sign the online guest register at www.sandersfuneral.com.

Louise F. Brown, 74, of Exeter Township, passed away Monday, May 6th, at Berks Heim, Leesport.

Louise was born in Saxe, Virginia on April 30, 1939, a daughter of the late Bertha (Brown) and James E. Simpson.

She was the widow of Charles W. Brown. Mr. Brown died in 1982. She had been previously married to Ephrain H. Moseley.

She worked as a laborer at Baldwin Hardware, Reading, for 30 years. She first worked at Berkshire Knitting as a border.

Mrs Brown graduated from Reading High evening school in 1979.

She was a member of New Beginnings Christian Life Fellowship Church, Reading.

Louise is survived by
two daughters, Irma Moseley, of Exeter Township; Deborah Moseley-Stanford, of Shillington;
two sons Earnie R. Moseley, of Wernersville and Timothy A. Moseley, of Exeter Township.

Louise is also survived by
two sisters, Mazie Washington, and Elizabeth Pippen, both of Katonsville, MD;
two brothers, James Simpson, of Baltimore, MD; and George Simpson, of Virginia.

She is also survived by a granddaughter Kyrsten N. Stanford, Shillington

Religious Service from the Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 1501 North 11th Street, Reading, at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 14th, with The Rev. Raymond C. Bland officiating.

Friends are invited to call Tuesday 11:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Interment at Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.

Please sign the online guest register at www.sandersfuneral.com.

Elaine F. Kaucher, 81, formerly of Reading,passed away Monday, May 6th, at Ware Presbyterian Village, Oxford.

Elaine was born in Myerstown on August 17, 1931, a daughter of the late Sally (Merkey) and Harry Ney.

She was the wife of Irvin A. Kaucher,Jr..

Elaine was a Reading High School graduate.

Elaine is also survived by
a daughter, Susan C., wife of Michael Keulmann, of Elktown,MD.

She is also survived by 1 granddaughter-Emily Keulmann-wife of Marc Arcidiacono and 1 grandson,Nicholas Keulmann.

She was predeceased by a son,Terry A. Kaucher.

Religious Service at the Chapel of Laureldale Cemetery, 4631 Pottsville Pike,Reading ,Wednesday,May 8th,at 1:30 PM

Friends are invited to call Wednesday 1:00-1:30 PM.at the chapel.

Interment to follow..

Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services,Inc.,1501 N. 11th St.,Reading,is in charge of arrangements.
Family and friends may sign online register at wwwsandersfuneal.com

Robert Ludwig Batdorf, 86, of Reading, died Saturday, May 4th, in the Reading Hospital .

Robert was born in Reading, PA ,.a son of the late Ella and Stephen Batdorf.

He was the loving husband of Shirley J. Batdorf.

He was employed as a research physical chemist department head at Bell Telephone Laboratories for 33 years in NJ and PA.

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Bob was a member of the University Rifle Club,American Chemical Society and AAAS. Bob was a volunteer for Book Bonanza and he also served as President of Crime Watch and attended all Reading,PA.,DARE graduations.He mentored several high school science students and participated as a judge for many Science Fairs held at Allbright College. Bob helped State Trooper “Joe” with school safety programs.He also participated as an Earth Volunteer throughout the US and abroad.

He served as Elder for the New Providence, NJ., Presbyterian Church .

Bob was a 1944 graduate of Reading High School. He served in the US Navy during WWII.He then graduated from Albright College in 1950 and received his Ph.D in Physical Chemistry in 1955 from the University of Minnesota.

He was a member of Calvary Reformed UCC Church ,Reading, Pennsylvania,where he was also Elder and Elder Emeritus.

Robert is survived by
two daughters, Nancy Clark and Carol Batdorf.

Robert is also survived by
a brother, Richard Batdorf.

He is also survived by grandsons,David and Timothy Clark,great grandson,Connor Clark,nieces Donna Jacobson and Wendy Moore and great niece,Carrie Moore.

Memorial Service at Calvary Reformed Church, 640 Centre Ave. Reading, Pennsylvania, 19601,at 7:30 PM on Friday, May 10th.

Friends are invited to call Friday 7:00-7:30 PM at the church.
Omit flowers contributions may be made to the Endowment fund of the church at the above address.
Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services,Inc.,1501 N. 11th St.,Reading,is in charge of arrangments.
Family and friends may sign online register at www.sanders funeral.com.