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Caleb Killian Obituary
Caleb Lincoln "Cale" Killian III, M.D., 92, of Reading, passed away Friday, October 27, 2017, at 11:40 p.m. in Manor Care Health
Services, Muhlenberg Twp. He was the husband of Maryann F. (Feiring) Killian.
Born in Reading, Dr. Killian was the son of the late Caleb Lincoln Killian Jr. and Hattie (Peters) Killian.
He was a 1943 graduate of Reading High School and
received a bachelor of science degree from Albright College. Dr. Killian received his doctorate degree in 1953 from
Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia.
He served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II where he taught aerial gunnery and played in the United States Army Band.
Dr. Killian was a family physician in the Reading area for 60 years until his retirement. He also had his own jazz band named Doc's Jazz Band.
In addition to his wife, Maryann, Dr. Killian is survived by his children: C. Brian L. Killian, of Philadelphia; Leslie K. Greenlee, wife of Bill Greenlee, of Philadelphia; Victoria A. Killian, of Lancaster; Todd L. Killian, of Queens, N.Y.; and Athena L. Killian, wife of Marek Sovinsky, of San Diego, Calif.; and Watson.
The family of Dr. Killian would like to extend their gratitude to the 3rd floor nursing staff at Manor Care Health Services, Muhlenberg Twp.
Funeral Service will be held in Bean Funeral Home, North 16th & Rockland Streets, Hampden Heights, Saturday, November 4, 2017, at 9:30 a.m. Reverend Harry S. Bohn Jr. will officiate.
Interment with Military Honors will follow in Charles Evans Cemetery.
The family will receive relatives and friends in Bean
Funeral Home Friday, November 3, 2017, from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice in memory of Caleb Lincoln Killian, III, M.D.
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Memories and Condolences
for Caleb Killian
Barbara Fahy
November 13, 2017
Maryann: I am so sorry for your recent loss.
Jane Porter
November 6, 2017
Maryann, Russ and I are so sorry for your loss.
Angela Bender
November 2, 2017
Maryann,
I dont know if you remember me, but my mom used to work for Dr Killian. He gave me a clarinet and taught me how to play. I just saw him at Manorcare. He will will be missed. My condolences.
MaryAnne Meholick
October 31, 2017
He was a good and kind man.
October 30, 2017
God rest the soul of this WWII veteran.
The daughter of a WWII veteran
Jonathan Fair
October 30, 2017
Maryann, Lisa and I send our deepest condolences to you. Doc was a great friend to us and all the Fair family. We still tell the story of JP falling asleep in your pool. Also of our trips to the farm to see the horses and trains. Lots of good memories. We know he is at peace now with no more pain. God speed during these times.
Rosemary Schnable
October 30, 2017
To the Killian Family
Was a patient of Doc's back in the 80's, a great man. Always enjoyed my visits. He also had a great sense of humor. God bless him. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Brenda and Lloyd Feiring
October 30, 2017
Maryann,
Our deepest sympathy.
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