All Obituaries

Yaqub Arif, 75 of Kenhorst, PA., passed away on March 3, 2026 at his residence.  Born in Pakistan he was the son of Jameel Chaudhry.  Yaqub had been employed by the Wyomissing Family Restaurant as a Chef.  Traditional Islamic funeral services will be held with burial at Laureldale Cemetery, Reading.  Cramp-Hummel Funeral Home, Centre Ave, Reading has charge of arrangements.

Maria Mercedes Peralta de Aybar, 82 of Reading, PA., passed away on March 3, 2026 at St. Joseph Hospital, Bern Twp.  She was the wife of the late Felix De Los Santos Aybar.  Born in the Dominican Republic, she was the daughter of the late Emenegildo Peralta Espinal and the late Erenestina Munoz Aybar.  Mercedes was a homemaker and caring mother and grandmother and great grandmother.  She is survived by her children, Heriberto Aybar, Alfredo Aybar, Felix Aybar and Rosa ...

John S. Lebengood, 88 of Spring Twp., PA., passed away on March 1, 2026 at Sinking Spring Nursing and Rehab where he was a resident.  Further obituary details will be released upon completion.

Carol L. Eck, 84 of Mertztown, PA., passed away on February 26, 2026 at the Topton Lutheran Home, Topton.  She was the wife of the late Donald T. Eck who passed away in 2020.  Born in Alburtis, PA., she was the daughter of the late Roy and Verna (Boyer) Bensinger.  Carol was a homemaker and she enjoyed playing bingo and trips to the casino.  She is predeceased by one son, Roy Eck; brother, Robert Brensinger.  Surviving are three daughters, Dana B. Oberly, Mertztown, ...

Carol Johnson, 80, of Reading, Pennsylvania, passed away on February 15, 2026. Born and raised in Reading, she was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother whose love for her family was at the heart of her life. Carol worked for many years at Palmer’s Chocolate Factory, where she was admired for her dedication and the sweet treats she would bring home for her grandchildren—gestures that became treasured memories for her family. A ...

James M. Cindrich, 81 of Norristown, PA., passed away on February 13, 2026 at the Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Peggy A. (Ellis) Cindrich for 51 years.  Born in Sioux Falls, SD, he was the son of the late Matthew A. and Lois Cindrich.  James was a US Marine Corps (Rank: E4)  Veteran enlisted for 3 years and  US Air Force ( Rank: MSgt )Veteran for 23 years of Service. His Hobbies included, Wood Working, and Egg Shell Art. He had a very creative ...

Rose M. Martin, 87 of Reading, PA., widow of Edward Martin, Sr., passed away on February 10, 2026 at St. Joseph Hospital, Bern Twp.  Born in Evansville, PA., she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Bertha (Rissmiller) Bailey.  She was predeceased by one son, Edward Martin, Jr., and one grandson, Edward Martin, III. Surviving is one daughter, Brandy Martin, Reading, PA; one son, Richard Scott, Reading, PA; one sister, Mable Bailey, Orlando, FL; brother, Robert ...

Rafael O. Rosado, 55 of Pottstown, PA., passed away on February 9, 2026 at his residence.  Born in Lebanon, PA., he was the son of Orlando Rodriguez and Sonia Crespo.  Surviving is one son, Rafael O. Rosado, Wernersville, PA; one sister, Elizabeth Vasquez, Reading, PA.  Islamic Funeral Services will be held an burial will be at Laureldale Cemetery. Online photos or memories can be shared at www.cramp-hummelfuneralhome.com

With deep sorrow and surrounded by love, our beloved Claritza Marmolejos passed away on February 6, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a devoted daughter, mother, sister, partner, aunt, and friend whose kindness and gentle spirit touched everyone who knew her. Claritza was the cherished daughter of Maria and Jose Marmolejos. She was a loving and proud mother to her three sons, Ruben Rosario, Christopher Rosario, and Alex Rosario, who were the light of her life. She shared a ...

Anna Cooper, 98, of Frackville, PA, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, at the home of her beloved niece, Joan in Doylestown, PA, where she had resided for the past two and a half years.     Anna was a cherished aunt who radiated happiness, joy, and gratitude throughout her life. Her infectious laughter and positive outlook on life touched everyone around her. She loved spending precious moments with her family, delighting in the company of her dogs, Dior and Bear. A ...