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Barbara Bobb Obituary


Barbara L. Bobb, 83, formerly

of Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, passed away November 3, 2016, at Berks Heim, where she was a guest.

She was the wife of the late William O. Bobb, who passed on May 10, 2008. Born in Herndon, Northumberland County, Pa., she was a daughter of the late William Adam and Hannah (Zartman) Reed.

Before retiring she worked for David Crystal – Lacoste. Barbara was a graduate of Trevorton High School and a member of Alsace Lutheran Church.

She was an avid golfer up until June, playing three times a week. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting and was known to be quite a seamstress. Barbara was very active with her late husband in his Shrine activities.

She is survived by her sisters: Arlie J. Zeiders, of Dalmatia, Pa., Edith E. Howerter, of Dornsife, Pa., Kathryn A. Bordner, of Herndon, Pa.; her brother, Robert T. Reed,

of Dornsife, Pa.; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her sister, Irene Reed, and her brother, Melvin Reed.

Funeral services from Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., One East Lancaster Ave., Shillington, on Monday, November 7, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Richard A. Nelson, her pastor, will officiate. Interment in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, will be private.

Please remember Barbara by making contributions, in lieu of flowers, to the American Cancer Society,

498 Bellevue Ave., Reading, Pa. 19605.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Reading Eagle from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6, 2016.

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Jan Cataldi( Bonetti)

November 7, 2016

So sorry to hear of Barbs passing. I use to be her neighbor on Sheidy Ave. Her and Billy Bobb were great neighbors and will be missed. I wish I had known she was sick so I could visit her. God Bless your family!

Karen Shollenberger

November 6, 2016

My sympathies to your family. I enjoyed knowing Barb and spending our time on the golf course. She will be missed.
Golfing buddy, Karen Shollenberger

November 4, 2016

Our heartfelt sympathy to Barbara's family. We'll miss our Sunday talks with her at church. She was a joyful and giving person. Our loving, caring prayers to all of you at this difficult time. Church friends- George & Debbie Bare

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