Susan Reading Obituary
Susan E. Reading, 75, of Manheim, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Oak Leaf Manor North, Landisville. Born in Bernville, she was the daughter of the late David and Dorothy I. Heilinger Heisey. Susan was the loving wife of the late Kenneth L. Reading who passed away in 2022. She graduated in 1969 from Manheim Central High School. Susan worked as a private duty Certified Nursing Assistant. She also volunteered for the Manheim Ambulance Association for 20 years, Northwest EMS, and the former Mount Hope Dunkard Nursing Home. Susan enjoyed flower gardening, birds, going to the cabin in Potter County and her trip to Alaska in 2015.
Surviving are two sons, Glenn and Mark Reading, a daughter, Cindy S. Martin, four grandchildren; Tyler and Dylan Reading, Kerri and Kyria Martin, and a brother, John husband of Arlene Heisey. She was preceded in death by three brothers, James, Paul and Alvin Heisey.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Susan’s Graveside Service at East Fairview Church Cemetery, 1187 Fairview Road, Manheim on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 2:00 PM. There will be a viewing at the Buch Funeral Home, 21 Market Square, Manheim on Friday from 1:00 PM until the time of graveside.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
21 Market Square, Manheim, PA 17545
People and places connected with Susan
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for Susan Reading
Make a Donation
in Susan Reading's name
How to support Susan's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Susan Reading's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored