Annie M. Henry1

F, #16774, b. 26 September 1899, d. 26 February 1971
  • Last Edited: 13 Jan 2017

Children of Annie M. Henry and Edward Vernon Romberger

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S1189] Donald C. Reed, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm and Allied Families., CD-ROM (Lancaster, PA: Donald C. Reed, 2011), Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, p. 36. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2.
  3. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.

Erma Elmira Romberger1,2

F, #16775, b. 11 December 1920, d. 27 February 2012
  • Last Edited: 25 Jan 2020
  • Erma Elmira Romberger was born on 11 December 1920, Spring Glen, Schuylkill County, PA.2,3
  • She was the daughter of Edward Vernon Romberger and Annie M. Henry.1
  • Erma was commissioned as an ensign in the US Navy Nurse Corps and assigned to duty in the Naval Hospital, Philadelphia.4
  • Erma Elmira Romberger married Joseph E. Gable, son of Walter E. Gable and Nora A. Hagenman.1,2
  • Erma Elmira Romberger died on 27 February 2012, Bernville, Berks County, PA, at age 91.5,3
  • Newspaper obituary:
    Erma E. Gable, 91, of Valley Road, Bernville, passed away at 7:33 PM, Monday, Feb. 27, surrounded by family and loved ones at her residence.
    Erma was born in Spring Glen, Pennsylvania, on Dec. 11, 1920, a daughter of the late Annie (Henry) and Vernon Romberger.
    Erma was a graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing and proudly served her country as a dispensary nurse in the United States Navy from 1943 to 1946.
    Erma worked as a nurse at the Caum Memorial Lutheran Home for several years. In 1958 she became the nurse at Albright College in the Health Center. Erma worked along side her late husband, Joseph E. Gable, MD, as the team of "Doc and Ma Gable" as they were affectionately referred to by students, Alum, faculty and friends.
    In 1995 Erma received the "Staff Service Award" for her years as a respected mentor and friend as well as a nurse to countless students. In nominating Gable for this honor, numerous alumni wrote that Gable exemplifies the Albright spirit of friendliness, professionalism, and dedication to the College.
    Erma loved spending time with her grandchildren, Josh and Julie, as well as gardening, and traveling especially to the Jersey shore and Disney in Florida.
    Erma is survived by a son, and predeceased by a son, William Roberts. She is also survived by a sister, two daughters and several nephews.
    Interment private at convenience of the family Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading.
    edited
    Published in Reading Eagle on March 7, 2012.6
  • She was buried at Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading, Berks County, PA.7

Children of Erma Elmira Romberger and William Allen Roberts

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S1189] Donald C. Reed, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm and Allied Families., CD-ROM (Lancaster, PA: Donald C. Reed, 2011), Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, p. 38. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2.
  3. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/86351493/erma-e_-gable. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.
  4. [S107] Newspaper Article, "Receives Ensign's Commission," Elizabethville Echo (Elizabethville, Pennsylvania), 01 Jul 1943, Thu, Page 1.
  5. [S1147] Online Obituary for Betty J. Maurer, Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, PA; https://www.buffingtonreed.com/obituaries/Betty-Maurer-4/#!/…
  6. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, Online obituary for Erma E. Gable, Reading Eagle on March 7, 2012; https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/86351493/erma-e_-gable
  7. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, Online obituary for Erma E. Gable, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/86351493/erma-e_-gable

Betty Jean Romberger1

F, #16776, b. 19 July 1925, d. 23 January 2020
  • Last Edited: 25 Jan 2020
  • Betty Jean Romberger was born on 19 July 1925, Valley View, Schuylkill County, PA.2,3
  • She was the daughter of Edward Vernon Romberger and Annie M. Henry.1
  • Betty Jean Romberger married Theodore William Maurer, son of Clark Snyder Maurer and Emma Kathryn Heckert, on 5 August 1944, Memphis, Shelby County, TN.1,2,3
  • Betty Jean Romberger died on 23 January 2020, Mountain View Nursing and Rehab Center, Coal Township, Northumberland County, PA, at age 94.3
  • Funeral home obituary:
    Obituary for Betty J. Maurer
    Betty J. Maurer, age 95, formerly of Hegins, died peaceably on January 23, 2020, at Mountain View Nursing and Rehab Center in Coal Township, PA, where she had been a resident since October, 2019.
    She was born July 19, 1924, in Valley View, youngest of three children born to the late Vernon and Annie (Henry) Romberger. She was a 1942 graduate of the former Hegins Twp. High School, and upon graduation attended what is today Central Penn Business School in Summerdale.
    On August 5, 1944, she married the love of her life, Ted Maurer of Hegins. They were wed in Memphis, TN, where Ted was stationed in the Navy during World War II. They were married 75 years.
    Betty possessed a great sense of humor, was strong willed, compassionate, exemplified an incredible work ethic, and was a good listener. She took great pride in being a wife and mother.
    After raising her three boys she returned to the workforce and served as a secretary and receptionist for the former Spread Eagle Farms in Klingerstown, and then the Hegins Manufacturing Company.
    Betty's Christian faith and values defined every aspect of her life. She loved music and taught herself how to play the organ. For more than forty years served as the church organist and director of the Senior Choir at St. John's United Methodist Church, Hegins. She also directed the Children's Choir for many years; sang in the Ladies Trio for more than twenty years; and for twenty-five years arranged and served as the Master of Ceremony for the Annual Community Christmas Program.
    During her early years of retirement she volunteered for more than ten years as a volunteer driver for the Schuylkill County Transportation Organization, transporting senior citizens from the county to medical appointments.
    In the spring of 2007, Betty and Ted became residents of Schoolyard Square, a Personal Care facility in Pine Grove, where they received excellent care. In October, 2019, Betty's deteriorating health forced her to relocate to the Mountain View Nursing and Rehab Center in Coal Township, PA.
    Betty left an indelible mark on her family, her church and all who knew her. Her jovial personality will be missed. She will be fondly remembered.
    Betty was preceded in death by her only sister, Erma Gable, and her only brother, Robert Romberger.
    She is survived by her husband, Ted, and three sons: Terry Maurer (Bonnie) of Cornwall, PA (formerly of Hegins); Tom Maurer (Louise) of Harrisburg; and Vernon ("Skip") Maurer (Cheryl) of Hegins. In addition she had numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great, great-grandchildren.
    A celebration of her life is scheduled for Saturday, February 8 at 11:00 AM at St. John's United Methodist Church, Hegins. A period of visitation will proceed the service at 10:00 AM. Rev. Keith Rockwell will officiate.
    Memorial contributions can be made to St. John's UM Church, 601 E. Main St., Hegins, PA 17938, or Geisinger Hospice, 410 Glenn Avenue, Bloomsburg, PA 17815.
    The family wishes to thank the staff of Schoolyard Square for the thirteen years they lovingly cared for Betty as though she was a member of their family; the staff of Mountain View Nursing Home for their compassionate care the last few months of Betty's life; and the staff of Geisinger Hospice of Bloomsburg who assured Betty's final days were comfortable.
    Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, is in charge of arrangements.
    Condolences can be noted for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com.3

Children of Betty Jean Romberger and Theodore William Maurer

  • Terrance William Maurer1
  • Thomas Ambrose Maurer4
  • Vernon Clark Maurer1

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S1189] Donald C. Reed, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm and Allied Families., CD-ROM (Lancaster, PA: Donald C. Reed, 2011), Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, p. 39. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2.
  3. [S1147] Online Obituary for Betty J. Maurer, Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, PA; https://www.buffingtonreed.com/obituaries/Betty-Maurer-4/#!/…
  4. [S1189] Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2, p. 46.

Robert Roland Romberger1,2

M, #16777, b. 13 April 1923, d. 4 January 1974
  • Last Edited: 13 Jan 2017
  • Robert Roland Romberger was born on 13 April 1923.2
  • He was the son of Edward Vernon Romberger and Annie M. Henry.1
  • Robert Roland Romberger died on 4 January 1974, at age 50.2
  • He was buried at Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI.2

Children of Robert Roland Romberger and Mary Dorothy Maynard

  • Carol Romberger1
  • Robert Edward Romberger1

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S1189] Donald C. Reed, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm and Allied Families., CD-ROM (Lancaster, PA: Donald C. Reed, 2011), Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, p. 39. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2.

Joseph E. Gable1

M, #16778, b. 30 September 1917, d. 11 June 1985
  • Last Edited: 25 Jan 2020
  • Joseph E. Gable was born on 30 September 1917, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, PA.3,4
  • He was the son of Walter E. Gable and Nora A. Hagenman.2
  • Joseph E. Gable married Erma Elmira Romberger, daughter of Edward Vernon Romberger and Annie M. Henry.1,5
  • Joseph E. Gable died on 11 June 1985, Reading, Berks County, PA, at age 67.3
  • Newspaper obituary:
    Dr. Joseph E. Gable
    Dr. Joseph E. Gable, 67, of 2129 N. 17th St., Reading, was dead on arrival Tuesday morning at Reading Hospital. Death was attributed to natural causes.
    He was a Reading physician for more than 40 years.
    His wife is the former Erma E. Romberger, formerly of Hegins.
    He was born in Philadelphia, a son of the late Walter E. and Nora A. Hagenman Gable.
    He was a 1939 graduate of Albright College and a 1943 graduate of Temple University Medical School, Philadelphia. He interned at Reading Hospital. Dr. Gable was medical director at Albright College for more than 35 years. He was instrumental in designing the infirmary annex to Selwyn Hall and the design and development of the current student health center and infirmary at Albright.
    He was team physician at Albright for many years and taught biology at Albright from 1937 to 1939.
    In 1981 he was the second recipient of Albright College's Founder's Award in recognition of his commitment to the college, his profession and society.
    He was physician for more than 20 years at Caum Memorial Lutheran Home, Reading.
    In 1959, College Manor Swimming Pool Association honored Gable for his service as a board member and president for four years.
    He was an Army veteran of World War II.
    He was a member of Central United Methodist Church, Reading.
    Dr. Gable was active in Scouting and was a former troop committeeman and merit badge counselor.
    Surviving, in addition to his wife, are three sons, Joseph Gable, Ann Arbor, Mich., Frederick Gable, Furlong, Bucks County, and Timothy Gable, Detroit, Mich; a stepson, Edward Roberts, Wrightsville; two grandchildren; a brother, Robert W., Shillington; two sisters, June Lutz, Wernersville, and Ethel Adams, St. Lawrence.
    Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family from from Sanders Funeral Home, Reading. Interment will be in Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading.
    Pottsville Republican (Pottsville, Pennsylvania), 14 Jun 1985, Fri, Page 2.3
  • He was buried at Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading, Berks County, PA.4,3

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S1087] Gray, Alice, Obituary, Daily Local, West Chester, PA, August 4, 2014, for Dr. Joseph E. Gable, Pottsville Republican (Pottsville, Pennsylvania), 14 Jun 1985, Fri, Page 2. Hereinafter cited as Alice Gray Obituary.
  3. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Dr. Joseph E. Gable, Pottsville Republican (Pottsville, Pennsylvania), 14 Jun 1985, Fri, Page 2.
  4. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/125411158/…. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.
  5. [S1189] Donald C. Reed, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm and Allied Families., CD-ROM (Lancaster, PA: Donald C. Reed, 2011), Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, p. 38. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2.

William Kenneth Roberts1,2

M, #16779, b. 21 January 1947, d. 10 September 1970
  • Last Edited: 25 Jan 2020
  • William Kenneth Roberts was born on 21 January 1947.2
  • He was the son of William Allen Roberts and Erma Elmira Romberger.1,2
  • William served as an airman in the US Air Force from 1966 to 1968 in Vietnam.3
  • William Kenneth Roberts died on 10 September 1970, at age 23.4,2,3
  • He was buried at Charles Evans Cemetery, Reading, Berks County, PA.4,3

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S1189] Donald C. Reed, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm and Allied Families., CD-ROM (Lancaster, PA: Donald C. Reed, 2011), Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, p. 39. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2.
  3. [S836] Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, Pennsylvania Veterans Burial Cards, 1777–2012 (Harrisburg, PA: Archive Collection Number: Series 1-7; Folder Number: 255.), https://search.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll('https://www.ancestry.com/search/','successSource'). Hereinafter cited as Pennsylvania Veterans Burial Cards, 1777–2012.
  4. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/124361428/…. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.

Theodore William Maurer1

M, #16781, b. 19 November 1925, d. 23 February 2022
  • Last Edited: 7 Mar 2022
  • Theodore William Maurer was born on 19 November 1925, Hegins, Schuylkill County, PA.2
  • He was the son of Clark Snyder Maurer and Emma Kathryn Heckert.2,3
  • Theodore William Maurer married Betty Jean Romberger, daughter of Edward Vernon Romberger and Annie M. Henry, on 5 August 1944, Memphis, Shelby County, TN.1,2,4
  • Theodore William Maurer died on 23 February 2022, Stoneridge Poplar Run Skilled Nursing Care Facility, Myerstown, Lebanon County, PA, at age 96.5
  • Funeral home obituary:
    Theodore W. Maurer
    November 19, 1925 - February 23, 2022
    Theodore William Maurer, age 96, formerly of Hegins, died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday evening, February 23, 2022, at his residence at Stoneridge Poplar Run Skilled Nursing Care Facility in Myerstown.
    He was born November 19, 1925, in Hegins, son of the late Clark Sr., and Kathryn (Heckert) Maurer. He attended the former Hegins Township High School where he was known for his athletic abilities, especially his running speed. During his freshman year (1940) he was a member of the varsity soccer team who not only went undefeated for the season, but went unscored upon. Ted was the lead scorer.
    Ted was also an outstanding baseball player having played third baseman. During the two seasons of 1941-43 the Hegins Township High School team went undefeated. Ted set a school record for stolen bases. During his high school years he also played on a number of area community teams. It was only after he enlisted in the Navy his senior year (1944) to join the war effort did he learn that the New York Yankees had been scouting him.
    On August 5, 1944, he married the love of his life, Betty (Romberger) Maurer of Valley View. They were married in Memphis, TN where Ted was stationed at the time. They were married 75 years.
    Ted was a quiet, reserved man of integrity. He was honest, compassionate, and exemplified an incredible work ethic. He was devoted to his wife and family. His Christian faith and values defined every aspect of his life. During most of his life he was active in St. John's United Methodist Church in Hegins. During more than fifty years he sang in the Senior Choir, often as a soloist. For years he taught the Youth Sunday School Class, and then later the Men and Women's Class. For several years he served as Youth Director, and was elected to multiple administrative offices. He served as the Lay Member to the Annual Conference for several years. In 1978 he was recognized by St. John's as "Layman of the Year."
    During his early adult life he drove a coal truck and worked in the mines. For more than twenty years he was employed by the former Spread Eagle Farms, and for the last decade of his working career worked for the former Capital Bakeries in their Hazelton Plant.
    Ted was an avid hunter all his life. In his younger years he hunted with a bow and learned how to make his own arrows. Later in life he hunted with a gun. Most of his memorable hunting experiences occurred while enjoying the company of family and friends at the family hunting camp in Potter County.
    In the spring of 2007, Ted and Betty moved to Schoolyard Square, a personal care facility in Pine Grove. While residing in Pine Grove, Ted began attending St. Paul's UM Church where he sang in the choir until his 91st birthday. In September 2020, Ted relocated to Stoneridge skilled nursing care in Myerstown due to his declining health.
    Ted left an indelible mark on his family, his church and all who knew him. He will be fondly remembered and missed.
    Ted was preceded in death by his wife, Betty; all three brothers: Clark Maurer, Jr., Robert Maurer, Sr., James Maurer; and a sister, Carolyn Bender.
    He is survived by a younger sister, Barbara Williard of Wellsboro, PA. Also surviving are his three sons: Terry Maurer (Bonnie) of Cornwall, PA (formerly of Hegins); Tom Maurer (Louise) of Harrisburg; and Vernon "Skip" Maurer (Cheryl) of Hegins. In addition he had numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and three great, great grandchildren.
    A Memorial Celebration will be held at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Hegins on Saturday, March 12, 2022, beginning at 11 A.M.. A period of visitation will proceed the service beginning at 10 A.M.. Host Pastor Benjamin Scholl will officiate, assisted by Rev. Ira Lydic of St. Paul’s UMC, Pine Grove. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, Hegins at the convenience of the family.
    Memorial contributions can be made to St. John's UM Church, 601 E. Main St., Hegins, PA 17938; or St. Paul's UM Church, P.O. Box 68, Pine Grove, PA 17963; or the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, 1700 S. Lincoln Ave., Lebanon, PA 17042.
    Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, is in charge of arrangements.
    Condolences can be noted for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com .5
  • He was buried on 12 March 2022, at St. John’s United Methodist Church Cemetery, Hegins, Schuylkill County, PA.5

Children of Theodore William Maurer and Betty Jean Romberger

  • Terrance William Maurer1
  • Thomas Ambrose Maurer6
  • Vernon Clark Maurer1

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S1189] Donald C. Reed, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm and Allied Families., CD-ROM (Lancaster, PA: Donald C. Reed, 2011), Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, p. 39. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2.
  3. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.
  4. [S1147] Online Obituary for Betty J. Maurer, Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, PA; https://www.buffingtonreed.com/obituaries/Betty-Maurer-4/#!/…
  5. [S1147] Online Obituary, for Theodore W. Maurer, Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, PA; https://www.buffingtonreed.com/obituaries/Theodore-Maurer-3/…
  6. [S1189] Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2, p. 46.

Ethel Charlotte Silliman1,2

F, #16788, b. 1914, d. 7 August 1991
  • Last Edited: 2 Apr 2018
  • Ethel Charlotte Silliman was born in 1914.2,3
  • She was the daughter of Harry F. Silliman and Cora L. Jackett.2
  • Ethel Charlotte Silliman married Arland Seth Romberger, son of John George Romberger Jr. and Amelia Elizabeth Wolfgang, on 24 October 1939, Elkhart, Elkhart County, IN.1,2
  • Ethel Charlotte Silliman died on 7 August 1991, At home, Green Valley, AZ.2
  • She was buried at Oakland Cemetery, Woodstock, McHenry County, IL.3
  • Father*: Harry F. Silliman2
  • Mother*: Cora L. Jackett2

Children of Ethel Charlotte Silliman and Arland Seth Romberger

  • John Silliman Romberger1
  • Arland Stephen Romberger1

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S238] George H. Schwalm and N. Daniel Schwalm, "All In The Family," Journal of the Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, vol. 4, no. 4 (1992): p. 87.
  3. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.

Guy Frederick Radel1,2,3

M, #16791, b. 1895, d. 8 November 1955
  • Last Edited: 13 Jan 2017
  • Father*: Frank Radel3
  • Mother*: Lucy Klock3

Children of Guy Frederick Radel and Ellen Mary Romberger

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S805] Find A Grave, online www.findagrave.com. Hereinafter cited as Find A Grave.
  3. [S1189] Donald C. Reed, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm and Allied Families., CD-ROM (Lancaster, PA: Donald C. Reed, 2011), Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, p. 48. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2.

Thomas R. Radel1

M, #16792, b. 16 March 1937, d. 31 July 2024
  • Last Edited: 2 Aug 2024
  • Thomas R. Radel was born on 16 March 1937, Hegins Township, Schuylkill County, PA.2,3
  • He was the son of Guy Frederick Radel and Ellen Mary Romberger.1
  • Thomas R. Radel married Darlette Christa Masser, daughter of Jacob Geist Masser and Lillie E. Strausser, on 31 August 1957, Friedens United Church of Christ, Hegins, Schuylkill County, PA.1,4
  • Thomas R. Radel and Darlette Christa Masser were divorced in March 1966 Schuylkill County, PA.5
  • Thomas R. Radel died on 31 July 2024, Geisinger Medical Center, Danville, Montour County, PA, at age 87.3
  • Funeral home obituary:
    Thomas R. Radel
    March 16, 1937 - July 31, 2024
    Thomas R. Radel, age 87, of Valley View, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.
    He was born on Tuesday, March 16, 1937, in Hegins Twp, a son of the late Guy Fred Radel and the late Ellen Mary (Romberger) Radel.
    He retired from TRW/Chromalloy, Harrisburg. Tom was also involved in a business with his long time friend Darrell "Mickey" Klinger, together they built numerous houses in the area under the name Tomick, Inc.
    Tom was a member of the Valley View Gun Club, a life member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Sinnemahoning Sportsmen's Association, Lykens Valley Hunting Camp Driftwood, and a life member of the NRA.
    He is survived by his wife Annette E (Paul) Radel, to whom he was married for 53 years.
    He is also survived by seven daughters, Khris E Yuslum of Wiconisco, Tammy A Radel Wenrich of Lykens, Jana L Stackhouse and her husband Dale of Bloomsburg, Cheryl A Fetterolf and her husband Dave of Hegins, Deborah K Stutzman and her husband Timothy of Valley View, Roxane L Artz and her husband Jeffrey of Hegins, and Paula R Schadel and her husband Troy of Gratz; fifteen grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; a sister, Elizabeth 'Libby" McSheehy of Fort Walton Beach, FL; and several nieces and nephews.
    Tom's wishes were to have no services.
    Memorial contributions can be made to Valley View Gun Club Youth Fund, Drawer A, Valley View PA 17983.
    Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc., Valley View, is in charge of arrangements.
    Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com.3

Children of Thomas R. Radel and Darlette Christa Masser

  • Tammy A. Radel1
  • Khris Elaine Radel1

Children of Thomas R. Radel and Annette E. Paul

  • Cheryl A. Radel3
  • Deborah K. Radel3
  • Roxanne L. Radel3
  • Paula Radel3
  • Jana Lea Radel6

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S1189] Donald C. Reed, Descendants of Johannes Schwalm and Allied Families., CD-ROM (Lancaster, PA: Donald C. Reed, 2011), Descendants of Johannes Schwalm, p. 50. Hereinafter cited as Descendants of Johannes Schwalm vol 2.
  3. [S1147] Online Obituary for Thomas R. Radel, Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc., Valley View, PA; https://www.buffingtonreed.com/obituaries/Thomas-Radel/#!/…
  4. [S107] Newspaper Article, "Radel-Masser Rites Held in Frieden's," Pottsville Republican, September 4, 1957, Page 11. via Newspapers.com (https://www.newspapers.com/article/… : accessed August 2, 2024).
  5. [S107] Newspaper Article, "10 Divorces Are Granted During Session of Court," Republican and Herald (Pottsville, Pennsylvania), 22 Mar 1966, Tue, Page 12.
  6. [S249] George H. Schwalm and N. Daniel Schwalm, "All In The Family," Journal of the Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, vol. 6, no. 2 (1998): p. 76.

Darlette Christa Masser1,2

F, #16793, b. 18 June 1939, d. 8 November 2012
  • Last Edited: 2 Aug 2024
  • Darlette Christa Masser was born on 18 June 1939, Hegins, Schuylkill County, PA.4
  • She was the daughter of Jacob Geist Masser and Lillie E. Strausser.3,2
  • Darlette Christa Masser married Thomas R. Radel, son of Guy Frederick Radel and Ellen Mary Romberger, on 31 August 1957, Friedens United Church of Christ, Hegins, Schuylkill County, PA.1,5
  • Darlette Christa Masser and Thomas R. Radel were divorced in March 1966 Schuylkill County, PA.6
  • Darlette Christa Masser died on 8 November 2012, Schuylkill Medical Center-East Norwegian Street, Pottsville, Schuylkill County, PA, at age 73.4
  • She was buried at Friedens Cemetery, Hegins, Schuylkill County, PA.4

Children of Darlette Christa Masser and Thomas R. Radel

  • Tammy A. Radel1
  • Khris Elaine Radel1

Citations

  1. [S74] Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, Johannes Schwalm The Hessian (Millville, PA 1976: Johannes Schwalm Historical Association, 1976), p. 156. Hereinafter cited as Johannes Schwalm The Hessian.
  2. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Jacob Masser, Pottsville Republican (Pottsville, Pennsylvania), 26 Jul 1969, Sat, Page 14.
  3. [S107] Newspaper Article, "Radel-Masser Rites Held in Frieden's," Pottsville Republican (Pottsville, Pennsylvania), 04 Sep 1957, Wed, Page 11.
  4. [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Darlette C. Acker, Republican and Herald, November 10, 2012, Page A7. via Newspapers.com (https://www.newspapers.com/article/… : accessed August 2, 2024).
  5. [S107] Newspaper Article, "Radel-Masser Rites Held in Frieden's," Pottsville Republican, September 4, 1957, Page 11. via Newspapers.com (https://www.newspapers.com/article/… : accessed August 2, 2024).
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