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Mauger, Barbara A. 6 Guestbook Entries »

Mrs. Barbara A. Mauger, 71, of Reading, passed away at 6:10 AM, Saturday, suddenly at her residence.

Barbara was born in Reading, on July 18, 1938, the daughter of the late Walter A and Marie A. (Potzinger) Underkoffler who survives her of Sinking Spring.

She was the wife of Carl P. Mauger.

In addition to her mother and husband Barbara is survived by
two daughters, Debra M. (Gans) Sweimler of Reading, Donna M. (Gans) Gerhart of Wyomissing and two sons Gerald H. Gans of Boyertown, David B. Mauger of Reading.

She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Mrs. Mauger was predeceased by a son Gary L. Gans on December 8, 2002

Services and interment are private at the convience of the family. The Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 1501 North 11th Street, Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

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Schade,Donna M. 24 Guestbook Entries »

Donna M. Schade, 55, of Shillington, passed away Friday, February 12th, 2010, in her residence.

Donna was born in Reading on June 16, 1954, the daughter of Albert and June M. (Nittinger) Schade of Muhlenberg Twp.

She was employed as a nurse by Prostat.

She was a 1972 graduate of Reading High School and also a graduate of RACC.

Donna is survived by
a son,Seth A. Dowdell of Reading.

Donna is also survived by
a sister, Jo Ann Retnouer of Leesport and
two brothers, Albert D. Schade of Mohrsville and Gary L. Schade of Hunter,Pa.

She is also survived by 3 grandchildren.

Services from the Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services,Inc,1501 N. 11th St., Reading, at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 17th.

Friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5:00-7:00 PM.

Interment private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Police Athletic League of Greater Reading, 325 Walnut St. ,Reading, Pa. 19601.

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Brown, Russell S. 7 Guestbook Entries »

Mr. Russell S. Brown, 96, of Reading, passed away Friday, February 5th, at Clare Bridge of Westampton, Westampton, N.J., where he had been a guest for the last 3 months.

Russell was born in Reading, on April 19, 1913, the son of the late Howard E. and Carrie (M.) Shaeffer.

He was the widower of Margaret L. (Starr) Brown. She died on February 21, 1986.

He worked as a sign writer, display and advertising manager for Sears, from 1935 - 1971.

Russell was a member of Lodge #62 F & AM, a member of Lodge Council Chapter Consistory Scottish Rite, Valley of Reading and the Rajah Temple.

Mr. Brown graduated from Reading High School in 1931.

Russell is survived by
a sister, Doris Balmer of Jackson, Mississippi.

He is also survived by daughter in law Jonell L. Brown, Springfield, NJ. Two grandsons: Bruce D. husband of Janice Brown, Lumberton, NJ and Scott M. husband of Andrea Brown, Burlington, NJ and two great granddaughters Nicole and Katelyn Brown .

Mr. Brown was pre-deceased by a son Bruce L. Brown he died September 1, 2000 and a granddaughter Tracy S. Brown, she died May 27, 1964.

Services from the Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 1501 North 11th Street, Reading, at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, February 13th.

Friends may call Saturday from 9:00 - 10:00 A.M. at the funeral home.

Interment at Forest Hills Memorial Park, Exeter Township.

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Haag,Kerry P. 9 Guestbook Entries »

Kerry P. Haag, 55, Mohnton, passed away Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010, at Reading Hospital.

Kerry was born in Reading, the son of the late Barbara (Scheifele) and William Haag who survives him of Sinking Spring.

He was the husband of Carol A. (Hadley) Haag.

He worked as a steelworker for Car Tech for 28 years. He retired in 2005.
Kerry was a 1973 graduate of Wilson High School.

Kerry is survived by
a daughter, Lisa M. Haag of Mohnton.
a son,Sean M. Haag of Lititz

Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc.,1501 N. 11th St., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

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Kerschner, Colleen L. 53 Guestbook Entries »

Mrs. Colleen L. Kerschner, 58, of Reading, passed away at 2:51 PM, Monday, peacefully in her residence.

Colleen was born in Reading, on April 11, 1951, the daughter of the late Leon S. and
Lula M. (Sipe) Wentzel.

She was the wife of Randall J. Kerschner.

Colleen worked in the customer service department at Encompass Insurance Company.

She was the inspiration for “Colleen’s Crew” in the Relay for Life of Exeter and a commitee member for Drum Corps International since 1986. She also, enjoyed traveling and going out with the “lunch bunch”.

Mrs. Kerschner graduated from the Reading High School in 1969.

In addition to her husband, Colleen is survived by a son, Gregg A. Kerschner of Pittsburgh and
three sisters, Diane L. Bitler of Oley, Kim D. DeHart of West Lawn, and Shelley L. Fox of Reading.

Funeral Service from the Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 1501 North 11th Street, Reading, at 6:30 P.M. on Thursday, February 4th, with The Rev. Jerry McGrath officiating.

Friends are invited to call Thursday from 4:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. at the funeral home.

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