Geraldine N. Seidel, 93, of Hamburg, passed away Monday, February 6th, at her residence. .

Geraldine was born in Reading, on December 5, 1918, a daughter of the late Florence (Kettner) and Herbert J. Kulp.

She was the wife of George N. Seidel.

Mrs. Seidel retired as a bookeeper from Beaumont, Heller and Sperling Advertising. She was still a seamstress and tailor up until a 1 1/2 years ago.

Mrs. Seidel was a member of the Order of Eastern Star. She graduated from Reading High School class of 1937.

She was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Reading.

Geraldine is also survived by
a daughter, Ann L. Mescavage, of Hamburg; and a son,Jack L. Seidel, of Fleetwood.

She is also survived by 5 grandchildren Michael, Fawn, Troy, Jason and Pamela and 5 great grandchildren Morgan, Darrin, Triton, Cora and Lucy.

She was predeceased by 2 sisters Mildren Fritz and Adelaid Kulp.

Religious Service from St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 9th and Green Sts., Reading, PA 19604, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, February 11th, with The Reverend Rebecca Knox and The Reverend Bruce Osterhout officiating.

Friends are invited to call Saturday 10:00 - 11:00 A.M. at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke’s Lutheran Church.

The Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 1501 North 11th St.,Reading is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign the online guest register at www.sandersfuneral.com.

Franklin T. Henry, 84, formely of Muhlenberg Township, passed away Wednesday, February 1st, at Berks Heim, where he resided since February 2009.

Franklin was born in Birdsboro, on September 6, 1927, a son of the late Elizabeth (Ash) and Harvey Q. Henry.

He was the widower of Arlene J. (Raifsnider) . Mrs Henry died April 10, 2004.

Franklin worked in the warehouse at Firestone Tire, Reading.

He served in the U.S. Army in WW II.

Franklin is survived by
a daughter, Donna J., wife of James F. Kelly, of Muhlenberg Township and, a daughter in law Catherine M. Henry, of Pottstown.
He was predeceased by his son Russell B. on May 30, 2011.

Religious Service at the Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 1501 North 11th Street, Reading, at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 7th, with The Reverend Paul Jones officiating.

Friends are invited to call Tuesday 9:00 - 10:00 A.M. at the funeral home.

Interment at Forest Hills Memorial Park, Exeter Twp.

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

Donald J. McCarraher, 94, formerly of Reading and Harrisburg,of passed away Tuesday, January 31st, at The Highlands at Wyomissing.

Donald was born in Reading on September 2, 1917, a son of the late Margaret (Leas) and Jacob McCarraher.

He was the widower of Lois K. (Kapp) McCarraher. She died 5/7/1985.

He was employed as a engineer for the US Government for 40 years. Donald worked in Vietnam,Yemen for 4 years and Iran for 2 years. He later worked for the government in Harrisburg for the Federal Bureau of Roads. He retired in 1983.

He served in the U.S. Army in WW II.

He was a 1935 graduate of Reading High School and a1965 graduate in engineering from Miami University.

Donald is survived by a cousin,Wayne Crow of Harrisburg.

Services from the Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services,Inc.,1501 N. 11th St., Reading, at 2:00 PM on Friday, February 3rd.

At the family’s request there will be no visitation .

Interment private at convenience of the family .

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 498 Bellevue Ave. Reading, PA 19605.

Family and friends may sign online register at www.sandersfuneral.com.

Gustave H. Sperber, Jr., 82, formerly of Reading, passed away Sunday, January 29th, at the Henry Infirmary, Topton Lutheran Home. He resided there since Sept., 2011.

Gustave was born in Reading on April 3, 1929, a son of the late Ella (Smith) and Gustave H. Sperber, Sr.

He was the widower of Joyce C. (Diemand) Sperber . She died 7/1/2010.

He was employed as a building superintendant a the former CNA Insurance Co. for 30 years. He retired in 1991.

He served in the U.S. Air Force in the Korean War and was stationed in Alaska and Florida as an aircraft mechanic.

Gustave enjoyed hunting,fishing and boating at Bush River,MD. He also enjoyed woodworking. He was assistant scout master for Troop 330 in Reading for many years.

He left school after the 8th grade to help support his family and which he later joined the Air Force.

He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church,11th and Union Sts, Reading,Pa., 19604.

Gustave is survived by
a son,Todd W., husband of Judy Sperber, of Mertztown.

He is also survived by 4 grandchildren:Lauren M. Maxwell,Erik T. Sperber,Michelle L. Sperber, and Christine R. Sperber;2 stepgrandchildren,Chris J.and and Andrew R. DeCrocker and 4 great grandchildren,Lilly M.,Abbey,Calvin and Kaden.

He was predeceased by one brother,Emory (Skip) Sperber and 2 sisters,Darlene (Dolly) Chila and Geraldine (Gerri) Young.

Religious Service at Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc.,1501 N. 11th St., Reading,at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 2nd.

Friends are invited to call Thursday 10:00-11:00 AM. at the funeral home.

Interment at Laureldale Cemetery .

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace United Methodist Chuch at the above address.

Family and friends may sign online register at www.sandersfuneral.com.

Richard A. Miller, Sr., 80, of Temple, passed away Monday, January 23rd, at Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading.

Richard was born in Reading, on April 2, 1931, a son of the late Mary (Keim) and Harry Miller.

He was the husband of Jessie J.(Kulp) Miller.

Mr. Miller worked in shipping at CarTech, Reading, for 39 years. He then was a greeter at Sam’s Club.

He served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War.

He was a Ivy Leaf Club member, weekly CarTech Fellowship Club member and an avid Duke Basketball and Penn State Football Fan.

Richard is survived by
a daughter, Christine M., wife of Doug Werner, of Exeter;
three sons Richard A.,Jr., husband of Barbara (Mull) Miller, of Leesport; William M. Miller, of West Lawn; Harry J., husband of Patricia (Bensinger) Miller, of West Reading;

Richard is also survived by
a sister, Florence M. Wood, of Delaware. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by 4 brothers and 3 sisters.

Religious Service at the Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 1501 North 11th Street, Reading, at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, January 27th, with The Reverend Paul Jones officiating.

Friends are invited to call Friday 11:00 - 1:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Interment at Berks County Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Home of Reading 1010 Centre Avenue Reading, PA .,19601.
Please sign the online guest register at www.sandersfuneral.com.