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Brett Potteiger Obituary
Brett R. Potteiger, 22, of Wernersville, died accidentally on Saturday, March 16, 2013 in Richland, Lebanon County.
Born in Reading, on April 30, 1990, he was the son of Holly L. (Webb), wife of James Lewis, of Temple and Joel L. Potteiger and his fiance, Sharon Klempke, of Wernersville.
He was a 2008 graduate of Conrad Weiser High School and graduated with honors in 2012 from Pennsylvania Technical College.
Brett was last employed as a diesel mechanic for Landis Trucking. He enjoyed hunting, working on cars, and was a huge fan of the Philadelphia Eagles, Flyers, and Phillies. In the summer of 2007, he won for the county and state, and placed 7th nationally in the "Skills U.S.A. Competition" in diesel technology.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Benjamin J. Potteiger, husband of Wendi Potteiger, and their daughter, Laelle, Myerstown; paternal grandfather, Lee F. Potteiger, widower of Anna M. Potteiger, Wernersville; maternal grandfather, Robert E. Webb, widower of Pearl E. Webb, Blandon; aunt, Susan E., wife of Judge Paul M. Yatron, Robesonia; aunt, Lynn A. Sosh, Columbus, OH; uncle, Bard R. Webb, husband of Brenda Webb, Zephyrhills, FL; uncle, Terry M. Webb, Kenhorst; aunt, Sharon M., wife of Lee Hirneisen, Cross Junction, VA; girlfriend, Leanna Patches, Richland; and many cousins.
Services will be held Thursday, March 21, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Inc., Wernersville, with Rev. Rebecca W. Knox and Rev. Bruce G. Osterhout officiating. Interment at Laureldale Cemetery.
A viewing will be held Wednesday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Thursday morning from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Brett R. Potteiger Scholarship Fund, at the Berks County Career & Technical Center-East Campus, Attn: Diesel Technology Dept., 3307 Friedensburg Rd., Oley, PA 19547.
Online condolences may be made at www.lammandwitman.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brett Potteiger
Wendy, Pauly & Dylan Olesak
March 21, 2013
Holly & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. May your loving memories of Brett help ease your pain. You are all in my thoughts & prayers.
Michael Kemp
March 21, 2013
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Brett. God bless your Family in this time of the deepest hurt.
Alaxandria and Michael Kemp
March 20, 2013
To the rest of our family, our hearts ache over the loss of our dear cousin. He was a great person and we are so lucky to have shared so many terrific memories with him. We wish we were there with you all right now after this awful tragedy, we're sorry we are not, but we will see you soon. Love always, Nick, Rachel, and Danny.
Judy Daly Cook
March 20, 2013
My deepest sympathy to you Joel and the entire family! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! Peace be with you all!
Suzanne Rutkowski
March 20, 2013
Joel and Holly and then entire family,
I am so sorry to hear about Brett, it sounds like he was an amazing kid. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 20, 2013
Holly,Joel,Ben,and extended family..
so very sorry to hear about Brett..no words can ease the pain and sorrow you feel just know we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers...Randy and Kay Stout
Steph Karish
March 20, 2013
Joel, so sorry for your loss
Linda Rosencrans
March 20, 2013
Joel, I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Jen & Troy Herman
March 20, 2013
Holly & Jim,
We are so sorry for your loss!! You are both in our prayers!!
Jen & Troy Herman
March 19, 2013
Ben,
I was very sorry to read about your brothers death. Thinking of you and your Dad.
Debbie Brubaker (Kindergarten teacher)
Francine Claytor
March 19, 2013
Holly...I am so sorry for the loss of Brett. Know I am praying for you and the family! God Bless!! Francine Claytor
Toni
March 19, 2013
To the family of Brett, you have my deepest sympathy and I'm sure you miss him very much. I hope you may find comfort with the possibility of being reunited with Brett in the near future, under peaceful, righteous conditions. John 17:3
Linda & Nate Moyer
March 19, 2013
Joel and family,
You are all in our constant thoughts and prayers during this tragic and sad time. Please know how much we care.
Cheryl and Denny BealerBealer
March 19, 2013
Holly, Joel and Ben
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these, your darkest hours. Hold fast to the memories. May you find peace in the coming days, months and years. I am sure he was met by a perfect angel to guide him.
harry swalley
March 19, 2013
so sorry for your loss
Linda Orth
March 19, 2013
Holly & family, so sorry to hear about your loss, may wonderful memories help ease your sorrow.
Suzanne Davis Hoster
March 19, 2013
Holly,
I hope all the good memories can ease your pain and know he is with the angels now.
Bonnie Gardner
March 19, 2013
Holly, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family during this very difficult time. May God bless you and carry you through this.
Sue & RJ
March 19, 2013
With heartfelt sympathy on your unexpected loss. Our prayers will be for you and your family to see this through and keep strong.
Ted Rutkowski
March 19, 2013
Joel & Holly,
I am very sorry to hear about Brett and I offer my deepest sympathies. My family and I will hold you & Brett in our thoughts and prayers. We are thinking of you....
Carly (Krick) Bingaman
March 19, 2013
Joel and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Brett. Thinking of all of you during this tragic time. I remember playing with Ben and Brett at many of Randy & Mary's picnics when we were kids. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jane Wiedinmyer
March 19, 2013
Joel and Holly, We're so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Bob, Jane, Janelle and Olivia
Wanda
March 19, 2013
Offering deepest sympathies. May the "God of all comfort," help you through this difficult time.
dona pauley
March 19, 2013
When a goodbye is so unexpected and sudden, when the pain seems unbearable and the loss impossible, it is wise heart that knows that sometimes it has to look back and remember in order to look forward and Hope.
May each lasting menory of all you shared ease the pain and gently bring comfort to your Heart.
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