Harry Wismer III

After a life well lived, Harry Roland Wismer III, of Laureldale, made his last wildly inappropriate and probably sarcastic remark on February 18, 2018, at 1:32 a.m. at the age of 78. He died suddenly from a much used and worn heart.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Emma, his

father, Harry, and a daughter, Sheri.

Harry leaves behind his wife, Gwen, with whom he was with for 44 years and married for 41.

He leaves his loving memories to be cherished by his 7 children: three from a previous marriage: Betsy Jay, Kym Ziegler, Lori Wismer; 3 children who adopted him: Tamela Sprigg, Marcene Wismer, Darlene Breunig; and one that he and Gwen adopted together, Marke Wismer. He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.

Harry was born on June 17, 1939. After graduating from Phoenixville High School, he enlisted in the United States Navy and became a flight engineer, proudly serving his country for 20 years.

He became a Brother of the Pennsylvania Free and

Accepted Masons, Lodge #75 in 1962.

Harry met the love of his life, Gwen in 1973 and they

married in 1976. They became accomplished travelers and owned several types of recreational vehicles. They spent years traveling all over the country together. He still called Gwen his "bride" and he would often say, "There's my girl."

Harry had a larger than life persona. His trademark

stubbornness and witty sarcasm will not be forgotten but will be carried on by his loved ones. If you knew Harry, you knew laughter.

As wonderful and passionate as he was about life (and boy did he live), nothing surpassed the love he had for his wife, Gwen.

A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, March 11, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Spring Valley Community Center, 10 Eagles Watch Drive North, Bechtelsville, PA 19505. Interment will be private at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.

Cremation Society of Berks County, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, visit www.BerksCremations.com.