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Arlen Mengel Obituary
Arlen R. Mengel, 75, Muhlenberg Township, passed away Sunday, March 27, 2011, in his residence of natural causes.
He was married to Madge H. (Hoverter) Mengel. Arlen and Madge were married on October 26, 1957, in Olivet Presbyterian Church by Reverend Webb. They had celebrated 53 years of marriage.
Born in Blandon, he was the son of the late Robert and Mamie (Plucker) Mengel.
Arlen graduated from Muhlenberg High School in 1954. He earned a Chartered Property & Casualty Underwriter Designation (CPCU) on October 3, 1977.
Arlen then was employed in the insurance business for 40 years as an underwriter for several local insurance companies. For 23 years, he was owner and operator of Mengel Insurance Inc. of Blandon, retiring March 1, 1996.
Arlen was a member of Bethany Evangelical Con-gregational Church in Leesport.
Arlen was a former president of the Blandon Lions Club from July 1959 to June 1960.
Arlen was a member of Hugenot Lodge #377 F&AM, Reading Consistory and Rajah Shrine.
Surviving with his wife are one son, Craig A. Mengel, and wife, Sherri, Muhlenberg Township; and one daughter, Dawn L., wife of Jerry Matthews, Chester, Virginia.
There are four grandchildren: Paige and Bryan Matthews and Colin and Cameron Mengel.
Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family with burial in Maidencreek Cemetery, Blandon.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to King's Academy, Mohrsville, PA 19541. The Milkins Giles Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.milkinsgiles.com.
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Pam, Frank & Chad Wisniewski
March 31, 2011
Mengel Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the Loss of Mr Mengel. Keeping you in Our thoughts and Prayers.
Dan Cochran
March 30, 2011
I had occasion to meet Mr. Mengel just one month ago. My father, a classmate of Arlen's, had just passed away and Arlen came to our memorial gathering to pay his respects. He seemed like a very decent fellow. So sad that he has joined my father...
Joanne Border
March 30, 2011
Madge, I am sorry to hear of Arlen's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Therese Colamarino
March 30, 2011
Dear Madge and Family,
We were so very sorry to hear of Arlen's passing. May the love and support of family and friends sustain you through the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe and Terry Colamarino and Family
March 29, 2011
Dear Craig, Sherri, Colin, and Cameron,
We are deeply saddened by the news of your father's passing. May God give you strength, peace, and comfort in the days ahead. May God welcome home Arlen to his eternal rest and reward. You are in our prayers. God Bless you.
The Potteigers
March 29, 2011
So sorry to hear about Craig's dad. We'll be thinking and praying for all of you. Tim & Deb Stevens
March 29, 2011
Dawn,
Deepest sympathy to you and your family. May his memories help during this time of sorrow.
Take Care
David & Vicki Williamson
Butch & Sue Dibler
March 29, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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