November 30, 2009
William “Fish” Fisher, loved the outdoors
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William “Fish” Fisher, age 55, husband of Kathleen E. (Loker) Fisher, of Pike Township, Boyertown, died Thursday at his residence.
Born in Pottstown he was the son of Donald and June (Coccie) Fisher, of St. Lawrence Pa. He was a 1973 graduate of Boyertown High School, and worked for Columbia Boiler Co. in Pottstown for the past ten years. Prior to that he worked at both Boyertown Packaging, and Eastern Foundry, in Boyertown.
Bill was a member of the Reading Motorcycle Club, along with Pikeville Sportsmans Club, Boyertown Rod & Gun Club, Popodickon Bowmen, and the Community Rod & Gun Club, in Bechtelsville. He enjoyed hunting, particularly archery hunting, fishing, riding his Harley and Rhino UTV with his grandson as co-pilot, golf, camping and at one time snowmobiling. He also enjoyed Nascar racing and racing at Grandview, where he served on a modified pit crew in the past.
Surviving with his wife of 34 years, and his parents, is a daughter: Casey B. Fisher, of Boyertown, and a grandson; Leaf A. Fisher. Also surviving are two brothers; Donald and David Fisher, both of Douglassville, and a sister; Carol Erb, of Douglassville.
Funeral services will be 11:30AM on Saturday December 5, 2009, at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 1020 E. Phila. Ave. Gilbertsville, with Chaplain Rich Grill, officiating. Burial will be in Hill Church Cemetery, Boyertown. Friends may call on Saturday Dec. 5, 2009, from 9:30AM to 11:15 AM, at the funeral home. The family requests casual dress and even camouflage for the day of the service, because that is what Bill would have wanted.
Contributions may be made in his memory to the: Leaf Fisher Education Fund, c/o Nat’l Penn Bank, 116 County Line Road, Boyertown, PA 19512 .
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November 30, 2009
Jim L. Faust, 50, of Stowe
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Jim L. Faust, 50, companion of Liz Beckwith for 25 years, passed away on Thursday at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center.
Born in Pottstown, he was the son of Hannah (Bossert) Faust of Pottstown.
Surviving are his sons Kevin Faust, husband of Dana and Steven Faust; brother Scott Faust, husband of Kym, sister Connie Shelly, grandson Jason Faust and grandchildren Freddie, Shawn, Cassandra, and Roselie Vega and Jaymes Beckwith. Also surviving is aunt Mary Sell, uncle James Bossert, step-daughter Sheila Vega, and step son Ron Beckwith, companion of Dee Sorg. He is predeceased by his aunt Katherine Gerhart and Dorothy Heimbach.
Jim enjoyed fishing, video games, going golfing and loved spending time in the garden with his mother. He would take day trips and liked going to antique car shows. He was a hockey and baseball fan too. Jim treasured spending time with his grandchildren, most especially Rosie.
Funeral services are private and at the convenience of the family. The family requests that no flowers be sent.
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November 30, 2009
Theresa R. Fox, 65, loving wife, mother and grandmother
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Theresa R. (Wentzel) Fox, 65, wife of Barton W. Fox of 27 years, of Warwick Twp., passed away on Friday at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center.
Born in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Susan (Wargo) Wentzel.
Surviving are children Dan Matalavage Jr., Erika T. Taylor both of Pottstown, Brian Lukehart of Harleysville and Chad B. Fox of Oley; sister Evelyn Barbuto of New Jersey; grandchildren Jerrica, Devon, Jessica, Danielle, Elizabeth and Chase and mother in law Frances Fox. She is predeceased by sisters Eleanor Wentzel, Roseann Bartholomew and Dorothy Valentine and brother Donald Wentzel.
Theresa was a member of the Birdsboro American Legion and a former member of ST. Gabriel RC Church in Stowe. She was an avid gardener and loved spending time with her grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, 10:30AM at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., 711 N. Franklin Street, Pottstown. Burial will be private. Friends may call on Tuesday from 9:30AM to 10:30AM at the funeral home.
Donations may be made in Theresa’s name to her husband Barton Fox, 2443 N. Hillcamp Road, Pottstown, PA 19465.
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November 27, 2009
Michael Dominic Cantamaglia, age 16
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Michael Dominic Cantamaglia, age 16, son of Craig R. and Karen L. (McAlpin) Cantamaglia, of Green Hill Rd., Barto, died Monday in auto accident in East Coventry Twp. Michael’s heart always belonged to Pottsgrove, where he resided for most of his life.
He was born in Norristown, and was an 11th grade student at Pottsgrove High School.
He enjoyed playing soccer and loved snowboarding. But more than anything, Mike’s friends were his life. Mike, beloved to them as Cant or Chewy, loved his friends and lived with a shy smile and a contagious laugh that brought fun and comfort to those closest to him. Mike was happiest when everyone around him was happy.
Michael lived in basketball shorts, sweats and sneakers or flip flops. In true tribute and loving memory honoring him, as he will always be, the family is asking for a casual dress at all services, sweats, jeans, team wear, comfort clothes, as that was truly Michael, as those closest know all too well, is what he would want.
Surviving with his parents are a Paternal Grandmother, Dorothy Capoferri, of Trooper, and Maternal Grandparents, Maria A. and William T. McAlpin, of Woodbridge Va. Also surviving is a brother, Brandon D. Cantamaglia, of Barto.
Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Saturday at St. James U.C.C., 321 S. Limerick Rd., Limerick Pa., with the Rev. James Roth, officiating. Burial will be in Limerick Garden of Memories. Friends may call on Friday evening from 6 to 8 PM, at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 711 N. Franklin St. Pottstown, and also on Saturday from 9:30 to 10:15 AM, at the church.
Contributions may be made in his memory to the: Michael D. Cantamaglia, Pottsgrove Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o TriCounty Credit Union, 1550 Medical Dr., Pottstown, Pa. 19464.
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November 25, 2009
Melissa J. Clemons, 46, of Pottstown
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Melissa J. (Price) Clemons, 46, of Pottstown, wife of Mareles A. Clemons, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 after an extensive fight with brain cancer.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Frank E. and Mary Jane (Price) Ross.
Surviving with her husband are “her girls” (daughters), Taylor L. Clemons and Ashley A. Clemons, companion of Nathan S. Govan; her twin sister Melanie J. (Price) Clemons, wife of Tranies Clemons Jr., sisters Robin E. (Price) Martin, Jo A. Price, Felicia L. Price, and Wendy E. Price; brothers Tracy A. Price, husband of Terri, Jonathan A. Jones, husband of Jaime, and Leslie A. Price; grandson Nathan S. Govan II and numerous nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her sister Lynn A. Price.
Melissa was a member of Bethel AME Church in Pottstown. She was a fun-loving person with a passion for music, especially Stevie Wonder, singing and dancing. A member of both the Elks Lodge and American Legion in Pottstown, Melissa was a social butterfly who liked to laugh and live life to the fullest; her zeal and enthusiasm were contagious. SHE WILL ALWAYS AND FOREVER BE LOVED AND GREATLY MISSED!
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 28, 2009, at 10:00am at Bethel AME Church, 401 Beech Street, Pottstown with Rev. Dr. Vernon Ross, Jr. officiating. Burial will be private.
Flowers may be sent to Bethel AME Church in Pottstown. Donations may be made in Melissa’s name to her husband Mareles Clemons, 970 Valley Lane, Pottstown, PA 19464.
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November 24, 2009
Mary K. (Broome) Arnt, 88, of Pottstown
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Mary K. (Broome) Arnt, 88, wife of the late Gilbert E. Arnt, of Pottstown, passed away on Sunday at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center.
Born in Snyder, OK, she was the daughter of the late William B. and Kate (Ross) Broome.
Surviving are children Carole V. Hope, Kenneth E. Arnt, husband of M. Susan Arnt, and Vena K. Ackerman, wife of G. James Ackerman; brother Wendell Broome, husband of Virginia, and sister Alma Jo Coffelt. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. She is predeceased by 6 siblings.
Mary was a very active member of St. James Lutheran Church in Pottstown where she was a member of WELCA and was on the church counsel numerous times. She was a helper with the Relay for Life and a volunteer at PMMC.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, 10:00AM at St. James Lutheran Church, 1101 High Street, Pottstown with Rev. Peter Hutchinson officiating. Burial will follow in Prospect Cemetery in East Stroudsburg, PA. Family and friends may call on Wednesday, 6:00PM to 8:00PM at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., 711 N. Franklin Street, Pottstown and on Friday from 9:00Am to 9:45AM at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary’s name to St. James Lutheran Church, 1101 High Street, Pottstown, PA 19464.
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November 23, 2009
Richard M. Christman, 55, of North Coventry
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Richard M. Christman, 55, of North Coventry Twp., passed away suddenly on Thursday, November 19.
Born in Allentown, he was the son of Ronald A. and Joan E. (Hagenbuch) Christman.
Surviving are his daughters Nicole Lynn and Jessica Marie Christman from North Coventry Twp; sisters Lori A. Daniels, wife of Christopher J., and Terri Lynn Raimondo, both of North Coventry Twp.; niece Amanda Daniels and nephew Patrick Daniels.
Richard was a member of the Owen J Roberts class of 1972. He was a former employee of Sanatoga Landscaping and Reinhart Painting. He enjoyed going to the shore, playing cards and sharing stories. Richard was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed going deep sea fishing. He was a loving father, brother, son and friend who will be greatly missed.
Family and friends will be welcomed and greeted on Saturday, December 5th from 10:00 a.m. to 11 a.m., with a memorial service beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., 711 N. Franklin Street, Pottstown. Burial will follow at Shenkel Church Cemetery in North Coventry.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Richard’s name to the Chester County SPCA , 1212 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, PA 19380 or Ryerss Farm for Aged Equines, 1710 Ridge Road, Pottstown, PA 19465.
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November 20, 2009
Herbert R. Tomarelli, 68, of North Coventry
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Herbert R.”Bert” Tomarelli, 68, of North Coventry Twp., husband of Julia A. “Judy” (Rhile) Tomarelli, wife of 43 years, passed away suddenly on Wednesday at his home.
Born in Bryn Mawr, he was the son of the late Herbert and Mary (Tancini) Tomarelli.
Surviving with his wife is their son Joseph R. Tomarelli, husband of Lisa, of Limerick; daughters Marianne Johnson, wife of Jeffrey, of Denver, CO., and Jennifer Dawson of Pottstown; brother James Tomarelli of Santa Fe, NM and grandchildren Alexander and Jenna Tomarelli, Rachel Dawson and Julia and Lauren Johnson. He is predeceased by a son Daniel Tomarelli.
Herbert was a member of St. Thomas More Roman Catholic Church in Pottstown and a member of the Pottstown Senior Center.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, 10:30AM at St. Thomas More RC Church, Rt100 & Cadmus Rd., Pottstown with Fr. Hugh Dougherty officiating. Burial will follow in Most Blessed Sacrament RC Church Cemetery, Bally. Family and friends may call on Monday from 9:30AM to 10:30AM at the Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Herbert’s name to the ST. Thomas More Building Fund, 2101 Pottstown Pike, Pottstown, PA 19465.
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November 20, 2009
Clarence Rahn, 97, of Topton
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Clarence Rahn, 97, of Topton, husband of the late Evelyn T. (Tyson) Rahn, passed away on Wednesday at the Topton Lutheran Home.
Born in Perkiomenville, he was the son of the late James S. Rahn Jr and Katie (Yerger) Rahn.
Surviving is his nieces Barbara Stoudt and Linda Egolf and sister in law Esther Witwer. Also surviving are great nieces and great nephews. He is predeceased by his siblings Howard, Claude, and Russel Rahn and Helen Swoyer.
Clarence was a retired die caster from Doehler Jarvis in Pottstown. He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Douglassville and Grace Congregation of the Lutheran Home in Topton. Clarence was a member of the American Rhododendron Society, Valley Forge Chapter where he served on counsel there and judged flower shows including the Philadelphia Flower Show. A life member of the American Forestry Association, he and his wife were owners of Rahns Nursery in Douglassville.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 8th, 11AM at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., 711 N. Franklin Street, Pottstown. Burial will follow in Highland Memorial Park. Family and friends will be welcomed on Tuesday, December 8th from 10AM to 11AM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Clarence’s name to the Valley Forge Chapter of the Rhododendron Society, P.O. Box 715, Southeastern, PA 19399-0715.
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November 20, 2009
George R. Weaver Sr., 85, of Gilbertsville
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George R. Weaver, Sr., Age 85, beloved husband of Frances E. (Edwards) Weaver of Gilbertsville, PA passed from this world to go his home with the Lord on Wednesday, November 18, 2009.
Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late William G. and Julia P. (Zurbach) Weaver.
Mr. and Mrs. Weaver were married 62 years. George was a graduate of Simon Gratz High School; and attended Temple University in the Pre-Medicine program. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving during World War II in the European Theatre as a paratrooper with the 101st Airborne in France, Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg. He survived many combat missions including the Battle of Bastogne following which he was awarded a field promotion to the rank of Major; he was the recipient of the Bronze Star, the WWII Victory Medal, The Good Conduct Medal and European Middle Eastern Campaign Medal.
He was employed for over twenty years as a Pharmaceutical Representative for the former Carter-Wallace Pharmaceutical Company until his retirement.
George was a servant of the Lord and an active member of the New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church where he served on Church Council, and the Sunday School Committee.
He was active in the Boy Scouts of America program with Troop 36 in Gilbertsville, PA and was a recipient of the Order of the Arrow.
George loved the outdoors, camping, and vacationing with his family by automobile and motorcycle; he was an award-winning weightlifter at the Pottstown YMCA, and also enjoyed flying having earned his private pilot license.
In addition to his devoted wife, George is survived by his three sons, whom he regarded as his “proudest accomplishments”: George R. Weaver Jr., W. Douglas Weaver, and Keith M. Weaver and their wives Karen, Helen, and Tamara, as well as seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. George also will be deeply missed by his other relatives and countless friends who loved his humor, charm, wisdom, and good nature.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service and celebration of George’s life on Sunday November 22, 2009 at 2:00pm at the New Hanover Lutheran Church, 2941 Lutheran Road Gilbertsville, PA 19525, with the Reverend Thomas M. Lang officiating. Burial will be conducted privately in Maine, George’s favorite state.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts made in his memory to the New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church at the above address.
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November 15, 2009
Frances T. Hnath, beloved wife and mother
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Frances T. (Pauly) Hnath, age 83, wife of Stephen Hnath, of Laurelwood Rd., North Coventry Twp., died Saturday in Parkhouse Providence Pointe, Royersford.
Born in Frackville, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Mary (Schragen) Pauly.
She had worked at the former Jacob’s Plant 2, Pottstown, and later at Dana Corp., which at that time was called Spicer’s. After working at Spicer’s, she then worked at Neapco in Pottstown, in the accounting office.
She was a member of St. Aloysius R.C. Church, Pottstown, where she had been a member of the St. Aloysius Senior’s group. Prior to this, she had been a member and volunteered her time to the St. John’s Ladies Guild of St. John’s Byzantine Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Neapco retiree’s. Frances enjoyed gardening and her home, but most of all she loved and enjoyed her family.
Surviving with her husband of 61 years, is a daughter; Gwenn F., wife of Paul G. Sawchuk, of S. Coventry Twp., along with two granddaughters, Andrea M. Sawchuk, of Pottstown, and Erin K. Sawchuk, of Royersford. She was pre-deceased by a daughter; Ellen K. Hnath, and 2 brothers; Lawrence and Peter F. Pauly, along with six sisters; Elizabeth Williams, Dolores Timmins, Madeline Mete, Maria Hadley, Virginia Scheifley, and Celeste Gribb.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10 AM on Wednesday, at St. Aloysius R.C. Church, Hanover & Beech Sts., Pottstown. Burial will be in St. John the Byzantine Church Cemetery, Pottstown. Friends may call on Wednesday from 8:30 to 9:15 AM, at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 711 N. Franklin St. Pottstown.
Contributions may be made in her memory to: Parkhouse Providence Pointe, 1600 Black Rock Rd., Royersford, Pa. 19468, and/or Nat’l Parkinson Foundation, Mary Ann Sprinkle, Dir. of Development, 1501 NW 9th Ave., Bob Hope Rd., Miami, FL 33136-1494.
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November 12, 2009
Louise L. Watson, 82, of Pottstown
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Louise L. (Dabney) Watson, 82, of Pottstown, passed away on Wednesday at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center.
Born in Savannah, GA, she was the daughter of the late John and Ola Dabney.
Surviving is her daughter Charlene L. Cushman, wife of Edward Sr., of Pottstown; sister Amanda Dabney Johnson of Pottstown; grandchildren Clifton (Chip), Colin, and Christopher Glenn all of Pottstown, 4 great grandchildren, nieces Jackie and Bonnie and godchild Regina Stemier. Along with her parents, she is predeceased by sisters Lorraine and Mae Dabney and brothers John Dabney and O.D. Smith.
Louise worked at Edgewood School as a foster grandparent. She was a member of 2nd Baptist Church in Pottstown and attended Mt. Hermon Baptist Church in Amity. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, knitting, sewing, and baking pies and cakes for her family and friends. Louise was loved by all.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday at 2:00 PM at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc. 711 N. Franklin Street, Pottstown. Burial will be private. Family and friends may call on Sunday from 1:00PM to 2:00 PM at the funeral home.
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November 10, 2009
Sally C. Lang, beloved mother, grandmother
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Sally C. (Cross) Lang, age 76, of Pottstown, passed away after a brief illness, with her family by her side, on Saturday, November 7th, 2009, at Manatawny Manor, E. Coventry Twp.
She was the wife of the late Philip C. “Pete” Lang, with whom she shared 25 years of marriage at the time of his passing in 1983. Born in Columbus Ohio, she was the daughter of the late James and M. Arletha Cross.
She attended Pottstown Schools and received a 2-year degree from the Reading Business Institute. She went on to work for various doctors’ offices in the Pottstown area, worked at Manatawny Manor alongside her husband and retired as a medical transcriptionist from the Pottstown Memorial Medical Center in 2000.
Sally was member and past president of Junior Service League, Pottstown, and enjoyed singing with the Melody Maids. She attended Zion’s U.C.C., Pottstown, participated in a book club and spent as much time as she could with her beloved grandchildren. She was the “Mom” to many of her children’s friends, and she enjoyed reading, cooking, and vacations with her family.
Mrs. Lang is survived by her children, Elnor “Noni” Herb of Pottstown, Beth L. Cozzone, wife of Glenn, of Loveland, Ohio, James C. Lang, husband of Megan, of East Coventry, and Philip C. Lang, Jr., husband of Angela, of Lower Pottsgrove Twp., along with a brother, John C. Cross and his wife Paula, of Worthington, Ohio, twelve grandchildren; Joshua, Joseph and Thomas Graydus, Gregory Herb, Eric and Sandra Cozzone, Nicholas, Craig, Paige, Brynn, Sarah and Avery Lang and one great-grandchild, Elizabeth Graydus and much-loved nieces and great nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by siblings, Susan Jane Cross and William H. Cross.
A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009, at 11 AM, at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 711 N. Franklin St. Pottstown, with the Rev. Dr. Peter Nichols, officiating. Family and friends may call on Saturday from 10 to 10:45 AM, at the funeral home. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to: American Heart Assoc., 625 W. Ridge Pike, Building A., Suite 100, Conshohocken, Pa. 19428.
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November 10, 2009
Dorothy V. Rhoads, beloved mother
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Dorothy V. (Nagle) Rhoads, age 89, wife of the late Eugene V. Rhoads, of Parkhouse at Providence Pointe, Royersford, and formerly of Pottstown, died Sunday at Parkhouse.
Born in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late John M. and Clara A. (Shaner) Nagle.
Prior to getting married Dorothy was a professional nanny in both the Pottstown and Washington D.C. area’s. She was a member of St. Paul’s Church, Stowe.
Surviving are two sons; John N. husband of Shirley Rhoads, of Canton TX, and Bradley J. Rhoads, husband of Holly Miller, of Reading Pa. Also surviving is a godson; Robert Cauler, of Pottstown, and a goddaughter; Francine Ramsayer, of Wilmington Del., along with seven grandchildren; Duane Taylor, Sherri Murff, John V. Rhoads, Amanda Rhoads, Alexandrea Rhoads, Mackenize Rhoads, and Zakaree Rhoads, and five great grandchildren and one great great grandson. She was pre-deceased by a sister; Frances L. Schrader.
Funeral services will be 1:30 PM, Wednesday, at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 711 N. Franklin St. Pottstown, with the Rev. Karen Creasy, officiating. Burial will be Highland Memorial Park, Pottstown. Friends may call on Wednesday from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, at the funeral home.
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November 3, 2009
Timothy A. Weber, 58, of Royersford
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Timothy A. “Web” Weber, 58, of Royersford, passed away suddenly on Thursday at his home.
Born in Pottstown, he was the son of Joan M. (Spielman) Weber of Pottstown and the late Thomas Edmund Wills Weber.
Surviving with his mother is his brother Tom Weber of Pottstown; sisters Wendy Weber of Virginia Beach, VA, and Terrie Hafer, wife of Neil, of Elverson; niece Lauren Hafer and nephew Jordan Hafer.
Tim was a 1970 graduate of Pottstown High School. He worked construction for Pottstown Newcrete and Universal Concrete. His latest work was as a truck driver for Sunny Slope Dairy and Peter Lumber Yard. Tim was President of the Wall Boys Car Club in Pottstown and an officer at Upper Pottsgrove Fire Company. He enjoyed swimming at North End Swim Club and the Pottstown YMCA and playing sand lot football around Pottstown.
Service and interment are private and at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made in Tim’s name to American Heart Association, 5455 North High Street, Columbus, OH, 43214 to help fight heart disease.
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November 3, 2009
Brian H. “B.C.” Cutillo, 23, loving son
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Brian H. “B.C.” Cutillo, 23, of Linfield, passed away suddenly on Sunday.
Born in Phoenixville, he was the son of Barbara J. (Becker) Cutillo and the late James D. Cutillo.
Surviving with his mother is his maternal grandmother Olive Becker; aunt Wynette Becker of Austin, TX; great uncle Joe Klaptosky; cousin Tom Klaptosky; half brother James and half sister Lori, and loving girlfriend, Erin. Along with his father he is predeceased by his maternal grandfather Henry Becker and paternal grandparents Mary Tudor and James D. Cutillo.
Brian was a 2004 graduate of Owen J. Roberts High School and a graduate of the Automotive Training Center in Exton. He enjoyed motorcycle and 4 wheel riding and liked to go bow and arrow deer hunting. He was a loving son that will be sadly missed.
A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, 11:00AM at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Ltd., 329 N. Lewis Road, Royersford with Rev. Dr. Donald B. Eisenhauer officiating. Burial will be private.
The family requests NO motorcycles at the memorial service.
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November 2, 2009
Thomas A. Trego, 72, of Pottstown
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Tom A. “Trig” Trego, 72, husband of Nancy J. (Reitmeyer) Trego of 7 years, of Pottstown, passed away on Friday at home.
Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Kurt and Catherine (Foley) Trego.
Surviving with his wife are children Thomas B. Trego, Tammy L. Quinter, wife of Jeff, Tony C. Trego, husband of Kim Jo, Dureen L. Hoerl, wife of Clifford and Donald E. Monroe, husband of Trisha; sister Catherine “Kitty” Rauco; 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Tom worked for Mrs. Smith Pie Company for 35 years. He enjoyed riding motorcycles, loved old cars and spending time outside. Tom loved to spend time with his grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, 10:30AM at Catagnus Funeral Home& Cremation Center, Inc., 711 N. Franklin Street, Pottstown with Rev. Karen Creasy officiating. Burial will follow in Limerick Garden of Memories. Friends may call on Wednesday from 9:30AM to 10:30AM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom’s name to the American Cancer Society, c/o Tricia Hewitt, National Penn Bank, 1830 E. High Street, Pottstown, PA 19464.
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