Doris Howerter Obituary

Doris G. Howerter, 88, of Phoebe Berks Village Center, Wernersville, and formerly of Winding Creek Farm, Kempton, passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. She was the wife of William G. Howerter. They were married on December 22, 1951, and celebrated sixty-seven years of marriage.

Born in Albany Twp., she was the daughter of the late George C. and Miriam E. (Greenawalt) Weida. Doris was a 1948 graduate of Reading High School and received a

Bachelor of Science degree in home economics from

Albright College in 1952. She was a home economics teacher for Kutztown High School for five years and a substitute teacher for fifteen years. Doris also helped run a large dairy operation with her husband.

She was a member of New Bethel Church, Albany Twp., where she was a member of church council and a Sunday School teacher. Doris was a member of the board of directors of the Berks County Extension, a 4-H leader, and a volunteer at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. She enjoyed birding, traveling, sewing and reading. Doris especially enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren.

Surviving in addition to her husband are her children: Sally A. (Howerter), wife of John C. Kunkel, Nazareth, Beth L. (Howerter), wife of Earl W. "Bill" Hassel, Centre Twp., Martha Sue (Howerter), wife of John Landis, Peachtree City, Ga., and David W. Howerter, husband of Jacqueline, Seddons Corner, Manitoba, Canada; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Doris is also survived by her sisters, Evelyn M. Trexler, Wyomissing; and Joanne M. Furst, Kutztown.

A memorial service for Doris will be announced at a later date. Burial will be private in New Bethel Cemetery, Albany Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to New Bethel Church, 135 New Bethel Church Road, Kempton, PA 19529, or Phoebe Berks Benevolent Fund, 1 Reading Drive, Wernersville, PA 19529.

Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Reading Eagle from Feb. 14 to Feb. 17, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Doris Howerter

8 Entries

Kera Haag

February 22, 2019

Bill and Family,
Sorry to hear of Doris's passing...I was truly blessed to have known such a beautiful lady. Doris often talked about her family when I was there. My thoughts and prayers to the entire Howerter family.

February 18, 2019

What a great Lady.
She always had a smile.
RIP Doris

Fay Strickler

February 17, 2019

Dear Bill and family,

My deepest sympathy it extended to you with the passing of Doris. She always had a beautiful smile, the most pleasant disposition and shared her talents with many. Remembering her for all her contributions at Penn State Extension.

Marjorie Hamm

February 17, 2019

Irwin and Margie Hamm

Larry Bauscher

February 16, 2019

We were saddened to learn of Doris's passing, William and Edna were cousins. Condolences to all the family and know she is in a better place.

Althea Fetherolf

February 16, 2019

May God Bless the Howerter family at this time of sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort. Many sympathies.

Sarah (Schroeder) Burns

February 15, 2019

Dear Sally, Beth, Sue, and David,

It was with sadness that I read of your mother's passing. I have many fond memories of your mother from my days of growing up in the Kempton area. However, my fondest memories are of her as our 4-H leader. She was a great role model to us. She was always so kind to all of us, provided encouragement when we needed it, and readily lent a helping hand as we worked on various projects and activities. I attribute my later success in county, state, and national 4-H endeavors to her wisdom and guidance. For that I will be forever grateful.

When my dad passed away many years ago, I remember someone telling me that " We never really lose the ones we love, for in our hearts their memory lingers on. They will always be with us in our hearts. " This has proved so true over the years. Eventually, in time, our tears of sadness will eventually give way to smiles as one recalls a fond memory of that loved one. I hope that you will find comfort in the memories that you have of your mother and the "special times" that you shared with her. She was a " special" lady. Please express my condolences to your dad. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Troy Faust

February 14, 2019

Mr. Howerter and Family,
I was very sad to here of your loss. When I saw the picture it made me smile. She always had a lovely infectious smile. Dave, I spoke to your mom a few years ago after my mother passed. It was obvious how much she loved you and how very proud she was of all of her children. I have so many fond memories of being at the farm. She always made me feel welcome. Your parents had a deep and profound effect on my life. They showed me how life could be. I think of them often. Your family is in my prayers.

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