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Ruth Maurer Obituary


Ruth L. (Potteiger) Maurer, 92, formerly of Sinking Spring, passed away Sat., February 14, 2015 at Country Meadows, Wyomissing with her family and friends at her side.

She was the wife of the late John W. Maurer, who died Feb. 6, 2011.

Born in West Lawn, she was a daughter of the late Walter L. and Laura (Steffe) Potteiger.

She was a longtime member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Reading.

Ruth was a graduate of Wilson Senior High School.

Ruth was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and loved being with her family and friends.

She was an avid, lifelong Phillies fan and loved her pets and chocolate.

She is survived by two sons, Thomas A. Maurer, husband of Annette, Rochester, NY; and William D. Maurer, husband of Rae, Bergen, NY; a daughter, Marjorie A., wife of Robert Clemons, San Diego, CA; eight grandchildren: Stephanie Maurer-Morris, James Maurer, William Maurer Jr., Jeffrey Maurer, Ronald Maurer, Kristen (Clemons) Flangos, Heather Clemons and Bryan Clemons; 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Paul P. Potteiger; and two sisters, June B. Maurer and Elizabeth J. Potteiger.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 19th, at Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, 243 W. Penn Ave., Wernersville, with her pastor, the Rev. Richard A. Nelson, officiating. A viewing will be held 10-11:00 a.m., Thursday, at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ruth's name to a charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.lammandwitman.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Reading Eagle from Feb. 16 to Feb. 17, 2015.

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February 23, 2015

Remembering the great bowling times with you !!!! RIP Ruth

Love is... <3 xxo

Ruby relic

February 19, 2015

Dear Marge, "Hi Mom, it's me!" Thinking of you & your family today. Bless you & your Mom, may she always be light & love in your heart & may her journey be of comfort & peace. There's a lil candle light shining bright, with love to you, always, Ruby xxo

February 16, 2015

Almost 40 years ago, I worked at a bank and the Maurers were customers every week. They were very sweet and pleasant people. I enjoyed talking to them and looked forward to our chats. May they rest in peace.

Griswold Home Care

February 16, 2015

May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Our deepest sympathies.

James Maurer

February 16, 2015

Love you Nana and Grandpa

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