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Joanne E. (Neri) Huyett, 83, of Mohnton, Robeson Twp., PA passed away on September 12, 2024 at the Reading Hospital. Born in Reading, PA she was the daughter of the late Matteo C. and Evelyn A. (Hinnershitz) Neri. She was the widow of Arthur L. Huyett, Jr. who passed in 2018.

Joanne worked for many years as a head cashier for the original Boscov’s on N. 9^th St. in Reading, PA. She also work for Vanity Fair Corp. in West Reading. She enjoyed gardening, knitting, and sewing in retirement.

Surviving Joanne, is her son: Jeffrey M. Huyett, husband of Maribeth; sister: Cookie Zabodyn; 2 grandchildren: Matthew R. Huyett and Elizabeth Ballard, wife of Michael Pfugfelder; and great grandson: Gabriel.

She was predeceased by her sister: Eleanor Hunsicker.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Awareness by mail to 13770 Noel Road, Suite 801889, Dallas, TX 75380 or online at komen.org.

Dengler Funeral Home, Inc. Birdsboro, PA is in charge of arrangements.

Richard Franklin Hunsinger, 85 of Exeter Twp., Berks Co., PA died on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at home.
Born November 8, 1938 in Reading, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph Longwell Hunsinger and the late Grace (Harbold) Hunsinger. He was the husband of Ruth Evelyn (Pike) Hunsinger.
He was a self-employed insurance broker and notary public in Spring City, PA retiring in 1999.
He was a member of Schwarzwald U.C.C., Jacksonwald, PA
Richard enjoyed Hunting, Fishing, Stamp Collecting, Genealogy and spending time with family and friends at his secondary residence in Bradford County.
Surviving along with his wife is son, Brian R. husband of Beverly Hunsinger of Birdsboro, daughter-in-law, Lyn widow of Brett A. Hunsinger of Boyertown, PA; 4 grandchildren, Bridget wife of Iain Riley, Amber wife of Matt Weiler, Kristen wife of Mike Bittle and Cody husband of Olivia Hunsinger; 6 great grandchildren, Matthew, Erin, Charlotte, Colin, Carson and Rilyn.
He was predeceased by brother, Samuel J. Hunsinger, sisters, Jeanette K. Francis and Betty J. Schaeffer.
The family will receive friends from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM on Monday, September 16, 2024, at Dengler Funeral Home, 144 N. Spruce Street, Birdsboro, Pennsylvania with the Memorial service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to American Heart Association, https://www.heart.org/

Dengler Funeral Home, Inc. Birdsboro, PA is in charge of arrangements.

Loretta “Lori” (Butler) Morgan, 63, of Douglassville, Amity Twp., PA passed away on September 3, 2024 in the comfort of her home. Born in Darby, PA she was the daughter of the late Lawrence P. and the late Janet (Wellman) Butler. She was the loving wife of Edward Allen Morgan.
Lori worked as a hair stylist for 40 years. Animals brought her much joy in her life and she loved training dogs.
She was a member of Immaculate Conception BVM RC Church.
Surviving Lori, along with her husband, Allen, are 2 daughters: Allison Morgan, wife of David Krauss of Cleveland, OH and Jillian Morgan, wife of Mohammad Shoushari of Amman, Jordan; and 4 sisters: Linda Chicano of Exton, PA, Deborah Cluley of Boothwyn, PA, Jill Reyes of Richmond, VA, and Cathi Adolph of Aston, PA.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on, Monday, September 9, 2024 at 10:00AM at Immaculate Conception BVM RCC, 905 Chestnut St. Douglassville, PA 19518. A viewing will be from 9:00AM – 10:00AM at the church, prior to mass. Burial will be in SS Peter & Paul Cemetery in Springfield, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Project Purple (https://www.projectpurple.org/) or Diane’s Pet Adoption Center (https://www.ddpets.com/).
Dengler Funeral Home, Inc. Birdsboro, PA is in charge of arrangements.

   Marcia A. (Sprague) Marks, 81, of Birdsboro, PA passed away on August 31, 2024 at the Reading Hospital. Born in Reading, PA she was the daughter of the late Charles W. and the late Grace H. (Livingood) Sprague. She was the widow of Joseph L. Marks, Jr.

Marcia worked most of her life as a candy packer for Godiva Chocolates. She enjoyed going to the casinos, particularly Foxwoods where she could be found playing BINGO or the slots.  Playing cards with her friends and keeping watch over her hummingbirds were other favorite pastimes. She was an avid reader and was sorely disappointed when Sue Grafton passed away and was unable to finish her Alphabet series.  She was – begrudgingly – a loyal fan of the Eagles and Phillies, although only when they met her impossibly high standards of play, and more than anything she loved to see the Cowboys lose.  Marcia was an excellent cook who made every gathering special and she was the soul of her family. She was a graduate of cosmetology school in 1972 and a member of Immaculate Conception BVM RCC.

Surviving Marcia is her son: Joseph M. Marks, husband of Paula; daughter: Melissa A. Marks; two grandchildren: Gabriel and Joseph Marks; and granddog: Jack.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 1:00pm at the Dengler Funeral Home, Inc 144 N. Spruce St. Birdsboro, PA 19508. A visitation will be from 12:00 noon – 1:00pm at the funeral home, prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Berks Animal Rescue League 58 Kennel Rd. Birdsboro, PA 19508 or Immaculate Conception BVM RCC, 905 Chestnut St. Douglassville, PA 19518.

Dengler Funeral Home, Inc. Birdsboro, PA is in charge of arrangements.

  Morris “Sonny” P. Motta, 83, a lifelong resident of Cedar Hill Road, Robeson Twp., passed away on August 30, 2024 at the Reading Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Reading, PA he was the son of the late Morris M. and Antoinette (Di Guglielmo) Motta. He was the husband of Janet M. (Rossi) Motta for 63 years.

Sonny and his wife owned and operated Cedar Hill Flowers before retiring in 1984. He loved spending time with family and friends at his home in Crystal Beach, MD, along the Chesapeake Bay.

Surviving Sonny, along with his wife Janet, are: 3 daughters: Michelle Bowman, wife of Todd, Charlene Benner, wife of Robert, Christal Wentzel, wife of Jonathan;1 brother: Carl Motta; 8 grandchildren: Michael Bowman, husband of Brittany, Kyle Benner, Rachelle Benner, Bryce Bowman, husband of Lindsay; Alec Wentzel, husband of Halee, Austin Wentzel, husband of Nicolle, Jessica Yarnall, wife of Myk and Justin Wentzel; and 6 great grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his sister: Darlene Motta

A viewing will be held on Thursday evening, September 5, 2024 from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Dengler Funeral Home, Inc 144 N. Spruce St. Birdsboro, PA 19508. An additional viewing will be held on Friday September 6, 2024 from 11:15am-12:00 noon at Immaculate Conception BVM RC Church, 905 Chestnut St. Douglassville, PA 19518, with a Mass of Christian Burial starting at 12:00 noon. Burial will be in the church cemetery. There will be a luncheon at the church social hall following the burial.

As flowers were a major part of Sonny’s life, floral tributes are appreciated or donations made to Immaculate Conception BVMRCC at the above address.

Harold L. “Shorty” Peterson, 84, of Birdsboro, PA passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 in the comfort of his home. Born on Furnace Street in Birdsboro, he was the son of the late Joseph V. and the late Marie A. (Ingram) Peterson. He was the husband of Judy M. (Sailer) Peterson.

Harold served our great nation in the U.S. Navy. He retired from Kennedy Tool & Die in Birdsboro, PA, as a mold finisher and was the owner of the former Texas Clipper Barber Shop in Birdsboro. He was a life member of Green Hills Sportsmen’s Club.

Surviving Harold, along with his wife Judy, are his daughter: Debra A. Davis, wife of Kenneth of Douglassville, PA; son: Todd D. Peterson, husband of Michele of Birdsboro, PA; sisters: Donna Marie Hunsberger, wife of James of Accomac, VA and Cynthia Sue Valerio, wife of James of Spring City, PA; brother: Joseph A. Peterson, husband of Diane of Birdsboro, PA; 4 grandchildren: Toby & John Davis, and Jackson & Stephen Peterson; 1 great grandson: Grayson.

He was predeceased by his son: Michael A. Peterson and brother: James R. Peterson.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 11:00AM at St. Paul’s UCC, Amityville, 1979 Weavertown Rd. Douglassville, PA 19518. A visitation will be from 9:30AM-11:00AM at the church, prior to the service on Saturday morning. Inurnment will be in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s UCC, Amityville, at the above address.

Robert E. Hayden, 65, of Cumru Twp., PA passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024 in his home. Born in Wilmington, DE, he was the son of the late Robert and Mildred M. (Cartwright) Hayden.

Robert served in the U.S. Navy as a Nuclear Machinist Mate on the No. 1 reactor on the USS Nimitz CVN-68. On Sept. 18, 1980 on board of the USS Nimitz, he sailed into the Realm of the Arctic Circle.

He worked in radiation protection at the Limerick Generating Station. Robert was a lifetime member of the Birdsboro VFW Post 411.

Surviving Robert is his son: Robert E. Hayden, II, husband of Sonia of Birdsboro, PA; daughter: Brandi L. Brennan, wife of Brian of Birdsboro, PA; step-son: Christopher Eddinger of Sinking Spring, PA; sister: Cindy Plunkett of South Lyon, MI; former wife: Patricia Hayden of Sinking Spring, PA; and 4 grandchildren: Julian, Sophie, Skyler, and Penelope; and niece: Stephanie Hayden of Spring City, PA.

He was predeceased by 2 brothers: Steve and Edward Hayden.

A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 11:00AM at the Dengler Funeral Home, Inc. 144 N. Spruce St. Birdsboro, PA 19508. A visitation will be from 10:00AM – 11:00AM at the funeral home, prior to the service. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park in Reiffton, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to CASA of Lycoming County, 155 N. 15^th St. Lewisburg, PA 17837 or Berks Animal Rescue League, 58 Kennel Rd. Birdsboro, PA 19508.

Neil A. Hails, 45, of Pottstown, North Coventry Twp., PA passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024 at home. Born in Rawlins, WY, he was the son of M. Lizanne (March) Elliott, wife of Mark and the late Barry Hails. He was the husband of Amber L. (Lichtley) Hails
Neil was a part-time DJ and was also a stay at home dad, taking care of his family. He was a family man, a great father to his daughters, and was a great friend to many. Neil had a love and passion for music, which lead him to create Perpetual Soundz & Entertainment, cofound Booty Basics, and was a member of Elevation of Sound.
Surviving Neil, along with his wife, Amber, and mother, Lizanne are: 2 daughters: Riley and Ella Hails at home; 2 brothers: Cody Hails, husband of Veronica of Reading, PA, Shane Hails, husband of Mackenzie Shute of Elverson, PA; sister: Rebecca Braswell, wife of Chris; 2 step-sisters: Lydia Elliott and Carrie Emerich, wife of Jeff. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.
He was predeceased by father: Barry Hails; step-sister: Sarah Lance
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, August 19, 2024 at 12:00 noon at Birdsboro Nazarene Church, 715 E. 3rd St. Birdsboro, PA 19508. A visitation will be held prior to the service at the church on Monday from 11:00am – 12:00 noon.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either Dengler Funeral Home, Inc. 144 N. Spruce St. Birdsboro, PA 19508 or the family to aid in funeral expenses.
Dengler Funeral Home, Inc. Birdsboro, PA is in charge of arrangements.

Ross Munro McEwen, Sr., 83 of Mohrsville, Pennsylvania died on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at home.
Born June 29, 1941 in Elverson, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Paul Austin McEwen and the late Edna Elizabeth (Fisher) McEwen. He was the husband of Maryann (Hensel) McEwen.
He was employed for 40 years by D&E Communications and the former Conestoga Telephone & Telegraph.
Ross was a member of the Birdsboro Lions Club, Union Lodge #479 F & AM, Morgantown Fire Company, Past President of the Daniel Boone Sports Boosters. He also Led the effort to build the Daniel Boone High School Football Stadium in the 1980’s, he served on the Caernarvon Township Supervisor & Caernarvon Township Planning Commission and volunteered with the Morgantown Fire Police.
Ross enjoyed fishing, traveling and spending time with family. He enjoyed attending and supporting all of the grandchildren’s activities.
Surviving along with his wife are sons, Ross M. Jr., husband of Lori McEwen of Mohrsville, PA and Randy husband of Sandy McEwen of Mohrsville, PA, brother, Paul husband of Toni McEwen of Elverson, PA; 5 grandchildren, Jason McEwen, Lauren wife of Andy Ulrich, Kortney McEwen fiancée of Lenny Watson, Ryan husband of Lauren McEwen, Marissa wife of Chris Sunnekalb; 4 great grandchildren, Amelia McEwen, Rowen McEwen, Theodore Sunnekalb, and Nikolas Sunnekalb.
He was predeceased by his sister, Shirley McEwen.
The family will receive relatives and friends from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM on Friday, August 16, 2024, at the Dengler Funeral Home, 144 N. Spruce Street, Birdsboro, Pennsylvania with the funeral service to follow.
Interment will be in St. James Lutheran Cemetery, Geigertown, PA.
Memorial contributions may be sent to American Cancer Society or St. James Lutheran Church PO Box 5, Geigertown, PA 19523.
Arrangements by the Dengler Funeral Home, Inc., Birdsboro, PA.

On Saturday, August 10th, 2024, Ethan Bul Weller, 21, tragically passed away while enjoying one of his favorite pastimes—riding his motorcycle. He is deeply mourned and remembered by his parents, Amber Corbett and Chris Weller of Birdsboro, PA.

Ethan was employed as a Vault Technician at Esterly Concrete Co. in Sinking Springs, PA. He took great pride in his work, ensuring that others’ final resting places were prepared with care and beauty. His coworkers quickly became a second family to him.

In his short but full life, Ethan had a passion for cars, racing, and motorcycles, though he had an aversion to roller coasters, which he would still ride despite his fear. His car was an extension of him, filled with the music he loved—rap, rock, and occasionally country, influenced by his siblings. He eagerly traveled long distances with his girlfriend, Paige, and friends to see his favorite artists live, including Lil Peep, SuicideBoy$, Juice Wrld, and Post Malone. Other passions of Ethan’s included his love for snacks, especially Wendy’s, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Tasty Cake Cupcakes, milkshakes, and mozzarella sticks. He enjoyed indulging on these things while watching YouTube videos, Harry Potter movies, and playing video games. He cherished time with his siblings and family, whether it was beating his little brothers and younger cousins in Fortnight or on the basketball court, always in his slides. Ethan was great with kids, especially with his younger brothers and cousins, always invoking giggles and smiles. Among his family, he always passionately reacted to Eagles games, proudly wearing his Eagles jersey right next to his dad, who he fondly called Pops. Ethan also never missed an opportunity to shower his mom in love, always providing a hug, playfully teasing, or simply stating “I love you” whenever he saw her. His presence brightened and filled any room he entered, and this will be greatly missed.

Ethan is survived by his loving family: his parents, Amber Corbett and Chris Weller; his siblings, Aryanna Weller, Savannah Weller, Aiden Weller, Aly McCulley, Adam Weller, and Logan Weller; and his loving girlfriend, Paige Riehl. As one of his favorite characters, Albus Dumbledore, once said, “To have been loved so deeply, even though the person who loved us is gone, will give us some protection forever.” Though he is no longer with us, his family takes solace in knowing that Ethan is watching over them. He will live eternally through their memories, as well as his donation to Gift of Life.

A viewing and services will be held on Thursday, August 15th, 2024, from 2:00pm to 4:00 pm at Dengler Funeral Home, Inc., 144 N. Spruce St., Birdsboro, PA 19508, where family and friends can honor and remember Ethan. A Celebration of Life will follow at Rustic Picnic Area, 1314 Haycreek Rd. Birdsboro, PA 19508, Pavilion #1 following the services at the funeral home to continue cherishing Ethan. Burial will be private, arranged at the family’s convenience.

Services are private during this time for invited family and friends.

Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro, PA, is handling the arrangements.

To pay tribute to Ethan, please listen to and appreciate his favorite music through the following link:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7roQObGLzuWHOvjn1AMVva?si=b9118aa937a24203