All Obituaries

Morris E. Galitz, 81 of Exeter Twp., PA., passed away on May 14th in the Berkshire Center where he was a resident.  Born in Philadelphia, PA., he was the son of the late Samuel and Sallie (Feingold) Galitz.  Morris is survived by his sons, Christopher L. Galitz, Parrisburg, VA, Matthew Galitz, Fair Lawn, NJ; brother, Mitchell R. Galitz, Exeter Twp., PA; sister, Sandra Triffont, NY; 5 Grandchildren. There will be no public services. MARK J HUMMEL Funeral Home, Lower Alsace Twp.,...

Dolores Almonte, 90 of Wyomissing, PA., passed away on May 11th in her residence. She was the wife of the late Juan E. Almonte.  Born in the Dominican Republic, she was the daughter of the late Eduardo Pena and Julia Perez.  Dolores was a homemaker and loving mother grandmother and great and great great grandmother.  Surviving are her children, Emelido Almonte, Esperanza Bernely, Nereida Alvarez, Eutacia Alvarez, Lucindo Almonte, Vanjela Pena, Melania Almonte, Blasina Alvarez,...

David J. Alspach, Sr., 81 formerly of Mertztown, passed away on May 8th at the Topton Lutheran Home.  He was the husband of the late Barbara M. (Bosold) Alspach. David had worked for Reading Mack Dist. for over 13 years as a mechanic and then for Austin Fleet Maintenance of Reading as a night-shift foreman. He is predeceased by a brother, Robert R. Alspach Jr; one daughter, Christina L Degler. Surviving is one son, David J. Alspach Jr., (Kathleen), Mertztown, PA; daughters, Alethea...

Kent M. Styer, 56 of Reading, passed away on May 5th in Shillington, PA.  He was the husband of JoEllen (Kline) Styer. Born in Reading, PA., he was the son of Donald Styer and Marilyn (Himmelberger) Styer.  Kent was known to be a good Auto Mechanic and also worked as a Roofer for many years. He was predeceased by a brother, Keith Styer.  Surviving in addition to his wife are his children, Erica P. Wilson, Exeter Twp., PA., Ashely H. Styer, Kutztown, PA, Sarah Styer, Reading,...

Enedina Rodriguez, 71 of Cedars, Montgomery County, PA, passed away on May 4th in Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience.  Born in Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Ramon Acevedo and Delia Velez.  Enedina had worked at Walmart as a cashier until she had retired.  She is predeceased by a son, Pedro Rodriguez, Jr..  Surviving is one daughter, Anita Rodriguez, companion of Brian Schaffer, Bethlehem, PA; brother, Ramon Acevedo, Reading, PA; sister, Meg Mull,...

Kathleen L. Speese, 64 of Court St., Reading, passed away on April 18th in her residence. Born in Harrisburg, PA., she was the daughter of the late Richard Speese and Donna (Bentz) Speese of Fleetwood, PA.  Surviving in addition to her mother are her siblings, Carol Speese, Eileen M. Stephan, Richard Speese, Mary Kay Limbacher, and Jim Speese.  Funeral Services are private CRAMP HUMMEL Funeral Home, Centre Ave., Reading has charge of arrangements....

Emma G. Urkuski, 96, of Reading, passed away on April 12th in ProMedica, Sinking Spring.  She suffered from Alzheimer’s disease for many years.   She was the wife of Robert P. Urkuski.  Born in Reading, PA, she was the daughter of the late Harry M. and Grace (McDevitt) Bitting.  Emma (also known as Pat, Aunt Pat, or Grammie Emma) enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren as they were growing up. Emma enjoyed traveling abroad with her husband and family. ...

Philip A. Jones, 85, went home to the Lord on April 12th while he was a resident at the Berkshire Center in Exeter Twp.  He was the husband of the late Karen E. (Poulson) Jones.  Born in Philadelphia, PA., he was the son of the late Henry and Josephine (Ruffin) Jones.  Philip had last worked at the Wernersville State Hospital in the Custodial Dept. for many years until he became ill. Philip was predeceased by siblings, William, Lucille, Hazel, Emily, Evelyn and Frank. He is...

Diana Ramos, 61 of Reading, PA., passed away on April 12th in her residence.  She was the daughter of Feli Berto Auffant and Onelia Rosado Auffant.  Services are private. MARK J HUMMEL Funeral Home, Lower Alsace Twp., Reading has charge. 

Manuel Flores, 54 of Reading, passed away on April 9th in his residence. Born in Honuras, he was the son of Manuel Flores and Ernestina Mondragon.  A viewing will be held on Monday from 9:00 to 12:00 Noon in the Cramp Hummel Funeral Home, 934 Centre Ave., Reading.  CRAMP HUMMEL Funeral Home, Centre Ave., Reading has charge of arrangements. www.cramp-hummelfuneralhome.com