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Geraldine Leiby Obituary

Geraldine E. (Kunkel) Leiby, 86, a resident of Berks Heim, and formerly of Kutztown, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2019 in Tower Health – Reading Hospital, West Reading. She was the widow of George C. Leiby, who died on July 17, 2015. Born in Kempton, Geraldine was a daughter of the late Arthur and Viletta (Henninger) Kunkel. Mrs. Leiby was a dedicated member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood (Molltown), where she assisted with church dinners and candy making throughout the years. She was a graduate of Kutztown Area High School, Class of 1950. She was employed as a Clerk for Acme Markets, Kutztown, for 25 years, retiring in 1994. Gerry enjoyed knitting, crocheting, quilting, and was an avid BINGO player.Survivors: She is survived by her sons, Leonard C., husband of Margo A. (Cardinal) Leiby, Fleetwood, Jeffrey A., husband of Robin (Kuhns) Leiby, Kalamazoo, MI, and Eric C., husband of Kathy R. (Neidig) Leiby, Birdsboro; four grandchildren, Jason Leiby, Dylan Leiby, Gwendoline (Leiby) Larrabee, and Katherine (Leiby) White, three step-grandchildren, Al, Meghan, and Amanda; and seven great grandchildren, Kaylee, Elise, Arthur, Marcus, Sophia, Brielle, and Landon. In addition to her husband and parents, Geraldine was predeceased by a sister, Stella (Kunkel) Kramer, and a brother, Stanley Kunkel.Services: A funeral service to celebrate Geraldine's life will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. in Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., 333 Greenwich Street, Kutztown, with The Rev. Bruce E. Dalious officiating. Burial will follow in New Bethel Cemetery, Kempton. Relatives and friends are invited to a viewing on Saturday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home.Contributions: The family requests contributions be made in Geraldine's memory to St. Peter's UCC Memorial Fund, P. O. Box 321, Fleetwood, PA 19522. Ludwick Funeral Homes, Inc., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.Ludwickfh.com.

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Published by Morning Call on Mar. 19, 2019.

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March 24, 2019

Eric and family,
Our condolences to you over your Mom's passing. Although this time is difficult,we hope you are comforted in knowing you have many friends sending their love,thoughts and prayers your way. God bless! Michelle and Bob Jacobs

Melissa Calabria

March 21, 2019

So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing, Eric. Love and Prayers from the Calabria's.

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Tina Poole

March 20, 2019

Peace and Gods blessings during this difficult time. I have many happy memories with your mom making candy. She sure got a lot of orders! Such a nice lady.

Joseph & Kim Bonner

March 20, 2019

Please allow my wife and I to offer condolences to the Leiby family Et al. Hearing about the life and times of her and her husband from Lenny makes us realize how good of a person she's been. May the Lord bless her and keep her always.

Cynthia Barto

March 20, 2019

foe your mum

Cynthia Barto

March 20, 2019

So sorry for the loss of your mum, Eric. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time

March 19, 2019

It is with sadness to learn of Gerry's passing. I have always enjoyed working with her in the Kutztown Acme.

Sue Treichler

March 19, 2019

Lenny, Margo and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. We visited with her during the Advent Season when we caroled at the Berks Heim. She was smiling and seemed to join in our caroling. Know that you do not walk alone but many will walk with you during your time of grieving. We will keep you in our prayers.
Sue Treichler

March 19, 2019

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