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Thomas Schleifer Obituary
Thomas R. Schleifer, 62, of North Heidelberg Twp. Passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 7:55 a.m. in his home. Born in Bethlehem, he was the son of Kermit L. and Mildred (Reichard) Schleifer of Wernersville. He was the husband of Patricia L. (Laub) Schleifer. They were married for 39 years. Mr. Schleifer was a 1967 graduate of Southern Lehigh High School and also graduated from Moravian College. He served for 3 years in the US Army band and spent 13 months in Korea. He owned and operated the Buttonwood IGA in Reading for 28 years, retiring in 2007. Prior to that he was front end supervisor for the Philadelphia region of Pantry Pride. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Robesonia. Survivors: Surviving in addition to his parents and wife are two daughters, Monika S. (Schleifer) Capozzi wife of Andrew Capozzi of Wernersville and Rebeka M. (Schleifer) Burr wife of Edward Burr of New York City. There is also a grandson Luke T. Capozzi. Other survivors include a sister, Lois (Schleifer) Nase wife of Edward Nase of Lancaster; a niece and nephew Victoria Nase and Douglas Nase. He was predeceased by a brother Robert Schleifer. Services: A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, October 15, 2011 at 11 am at Trinity Lutheran Church, 108 S. Robeson Street, Robesonia with Rev. William Weiser officiating. Friends will be received from 9 to 11 a.m. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Contributions: Contributions may be made to: Trinity Lutheran Church or The Kidney Cancer Association at 75 Remittance Drive, Suite 1160, Chicago, IL 60675. Bean Funeral Homes, Sinking Spring is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www. Beanfuneralhomes.com.
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for Thomas Schleifer
Susan (Koch) Richmond
October 23, 2011
Dear Pat,
I am very sad to hear of Tom's passing. I will always rememeber Tom from our Confirmation Classes at
Faith UCC, as well as school. He was such a caring person and he will be missed by all the people whose lives he touched.
My sincerest sympathies,
Susan (Koch) Richmond
Anna Eppenstein
October 19, 2011
Dear Pat and Family,
I am sorry to hear of Tom's passing. My mother, Martha Ramos, and I saw Tom for the last time at the IGA. He approached us and told us he wanted to say "Thank you and Goodbye"; he would be leaving the IGA. We gave hugs and wished each other good luck and happiness. It was a very emotional goodbye for the three of us. We each walked away with tear filled eyes.
I worked as a cashier for Tom for several years and will never forget his kind and gentle heart. I've learned that in the journey of life, some people, such as Tom, leave a mark that becomes hard to forget them. Heaven got another angel.
May we all find peace in the memories we cherish.
With heartfelt condolences,
Martha and Anna Ramos
Paul and Ginny (Wagner) Bien
October 16, 2011
Dear Pat and Family,
Like so many others I haven't seen Tom in a long time but do remember him as a kind and caring friend in High School. He was one of those people that got along with everyone.
He will be missed by the people whose lives he touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Eddi (Fletcher) Salamone
October 15, 2011
Dear Pat,
I am saddened to hear of Tom's passing. I have many fond memories of growing up with him. He will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Craig Reynolds
October 15, 2011
Dear Pat and Family,
Although I haven't seen Tom in many years, I remember him as a kind and gentle friend from High School who had a great sense of humor. My prayers for your comfort and peace.
October 14, 2011
GOD BLESS TOM I KNOW HE HAS EARNED A GOOD SPOT UP IN HEAVEN I KNOWN MR TOM SINCE I WAS A KID AND IM 42 NOW HE NEVER JUDGED ANYONE BY THEIR SKIN HE WOULD DO ANYTHING TO HELP SOMEONE GOD BLESS U MR TOM MY PRAYERS GOD BLESS THE ROMAN AND BERRIOS FAMILY FROM SCHUYKILL AVE
October 14, 2011
Dear Monika, Andrew, and Luke,
He once was a caterpillar sitting on a leaf.
All he could do was crawl, climb, & eat.
He spun a tightly woven cocoon
It took him until noon
He learned life's lessons, connected with his spirit, and grew wings
that fluttered as he opened them to prove he could now do anything
He was anew you see,
He shed his pain and sorrow you see
Now he can fly free
How beautiful it is for him to be
I am sure if he were here he would thank you for helping him on his journey from a caterpillar into a butterfly~
May you accept our deepest sympathy. You had a wonderful father and grandfather.
Love,
Todd, Paula, and Tyler Mazurkiewicz
George Grossmann
October 14, 2011
Pat, What a shock to hear about Tom! I guess it was the last Class of '67 reunion I talked to Tom last, but we were good friends in HS, thru the band, playing a bit of tennis, and just hanging out. Our prayers to your family. You were lucky to have partnered with such a great guy!
Saul & Karen Colon
October 14, 2011
We will miss Tom dearly, I thank him for all he did for my son and wife when he provided a job for them. With our deepest and heart warming condolences to the Schleifer Family. The Colon Family.
October 14, 2011
Pat, Monica, Becky, Kermit & Mildred &
Lois
We all want to express our deepest sympathy on the passing of Tom. My heart goes out to all of you as I know we were all shocked. You are still all considered family to us and we feel your sadness. You will be in our prayers for God to help you thorugh what lies ahead. Please feel free to keep in touch with us.
With Love,
Lynda & David Chasar & Kim & David Heidler
Daisy Rios
October 14, 2011
Tom was a good man! He was a kind and generous man. He will be missed! Pat, Monica and Becky, I am sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. God Bless!
Ron Rouse II
October 14, 2011
I was sad to hear of the passing of our family friend Tom. He always liked to contribute to anything to make the city of Reading a better place for the people. One thing I'm sure everyone that knew Tom can say is he was not a selfish man in any way. Will miss you Tom. I know you will look over your family from heaven. The Rouse family
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Suellen Knappenberger
October 13, 2011
Pat , Monica and Becky; I am saddened to hear of Tom's passing. My thought 's and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Suellen,Nicole and PJ
Hector Dorta
October 13, 2011
I just want to remind our community of all the help he did during the beginning of the Puerto Rican Carnival in 1985, and it's still going strong. He helped the Latino community for many years. R.I.P. my Friend Tom, and GOD BLESS your family.
Harry Foreman
October 13, 2011
Guys, I'm not finding words that EXPRESS the bonding Bill and I had with Tom. Me of all people rendered speachless. Beautiful Man
Cecile (Cicon) Tyson
October 13, 2011
Dear Pat and family,
I was saddened to hear of Tom's passing. It is always a shock to see a fellow SoLeHi classmate leave us so soon. Please accept my condolences, and know that I will remember Tom in my Prayers. God Bless you, and help your family through these difficult times.
Garcia Family
October 13, 2011
To the family: We want to give our most deepest simpathy to you all for your loss. We are praying for you all. Although he's gone on earth, we know he is sitting next to the good Lord almighty in his kingdom.He was a very honorable man that we've known for many years. God bless him and may he live on through you.
Duncan Family
October 13, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rosetta Johnson
October 13, 2011
To the family: So sorry for your loss ,my deepest sympathy to you in this time of sorrow.God bless. ROSIE JOHNSON AND FAMILY ON SCHUYLKILL AVE.
Isaac Family
October 13, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ike and Julie Durn
October 13, 2011
Dear Kermit and Mildred: We are so saddened to hear of the passing of your son, Thomas. May your faith in the Lord bring you solace and peace in the days ahead.
You and your family are in our prayers. Ike and Julie Durn
October 13, 2011
My fond memories of Tom and all the wonderful times we spent together sharpen even more with his passing. My condolences to Pat and the family. I am shocked by his death. Tom was one of the most friendly, compassionate guys I ever knew. Always forthcoming and welcoming.
Frank Maitz
October 13, 2011
Kermit and Mildred---So sorry to read of your son's passing. May God hold you in the hollow of His hand and comfort you. Nancy (Lynn)Faust
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