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Arthur Hartenstine Obituary
Former Reading PA resident, Arthur "David" Hartenstine, 74, died peacefully at his home in Lincoln Park NJ on March 24th, 2014.
In following David's wishes, there will be no viewing or service.
David was born on December 11th, 1939 in Reading, PA to Arthur and Alberta Hartenstine.
A retired Captain in the United States Air Force and veteran, David served 20 years in the Armed Forces, including several years as an enlisted Marine and Airman before he was selected for an officer commissioning program for the Air Force.
During his career, he served in multiple positions and commands, most notably as the Commandant of Cadets for the Memphis State University AFROTC battalion, and was the recipient of numerous awards and decorations.
Following his military service, he spent over 20 years working as a Program Manager for several defense contractors across the United States, and moved to Lincoln Park for his retirement.
In retirement, he enjoyed reading historical fiction novels, vigorously debating politics, seeing Broadway and off-Broadway plays, and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife, Susan; his brother, Donald Hartenstine; daughter, Donna and husband, Garrett Deacon; daughter, Joan and husband, Jeff Lemon; son, David Hartenstine; daughter, Jennifer and husband, Joel Knippel; his grandson, Adam Spears, and his great-granddaughters, Emma and Charlotte.
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Memories and Condolences
for Arthur Hartenstine
Kathy Obrien
March 30, 2014
So sorry for your loss Donna. Rest in peace, David and thank you for your service to our country.
March 30, 2014
I love you and will miss you forever, Daddy. Your Joanie Bologna
Dani, Maureen and Aiden
March 30, 2014
Our deepest condolences to Joan, Donna and families, Karen, and Dave's family.
Rudy Meli
March 30, 2014
Sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. Sleep with the angels
Donna
March 30, 2014
Love and miss you Daddy.
March 30, 2014
My deepest condolences over the loss of your beloved Dad. May happy memories keep him always in your hearts.
March 30, 2014
Donna , and family, again, we are so sorry to hear about your dad!! thank you for sharing his obituarie. It is wonderful to learn what terriffic , and important life he led. Again we are thinking of you at this time. Gerry and Linda
Michael Mescavage
March 30, 2014
May your loved one soar on Eagles wings for the Great Courage HE has shown,
Our Freedom which HE fought for and His love of country for which he gave.
The members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart
Michael J. Mescavage, Cmdr.
Dept. of Pennsylvania
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