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Cheri Riegel-Hettinger Obituary

Cheri L. Riegel-Hettinger, 68, of Shoemakersville, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023 in her residence. She was the widow of the late David S. Hettinger, died October 20, 2001. Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Edmond W. "Mondie" and Vivian L. (Dengler) Adams. She graduated from Hamburg Area High School in 1972. In her early years, Cheri worked for Dr. Johnson, Reading as a secretary, she then owned and operated Ollie's Tavern, Shoemakersville, for many years, taking over the family business. She always enjoyed gardening, decorating for holidays, and spending time with her grandchildren- especially attending their sporting events. She also enjoyed cooking. Cheri is survived by one son: Ashley M. Riegel, husband of Kelly (Kachurka) Riegel, Hamburg; two grandchildren: Madison and Carter Riegel; and a half sister: Sheryle J. (Adams) Delewski, Hamburg. Memorial Services will be held Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 6:30 pm in Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., 223 Peach Street Leesport. A visitation will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 pm in the funeral home. A Celebration of Life gathering will be planned for a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to: The Sanctuary at Haafsville, PO Box 921, Fogelsville, PA 18051 in memory of Cheri. For online condolences, please visit www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Reading Eagle from Nov. 11 to Nov. 12, 2023.

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Paul Wessner (Butch and Sue)

November 16, 2023

World will miss a good person. I'm sure she is making someone smile as she always did in life.

Mike Drumheller

November 15, 2023

So many memories, you will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

Debbie DeLong Wayman

November 13, 2023

My sincere condolences to her family. She was always so much fun.

Terry and Denise Hafer

November 13, 2023

Ashley and Kelly, we are sorry to hear about Cheri's passing. Our thoughts are with the family during this time. We have so many good memories to cherish.

Terry and Denise

Sandy and Keith Kline

November 12, 2023

Oh Cheri, we hope that your passage was peaceful and that you are reunited with many, many friends and pets. Please know that you brought much joy to everyone you served at Ollies. We will never forget your smile and infectious laugh. Sincerest condolences to your family. You all were the apple of her eye. Rest in eternal peace and fly with the angels, our friend!

Karen & David Hamm (chickie)

November 12, 2023

Ashley & family Sorry for your loss she was a great & funny woman she will be missed

Charles Coveleski

November 12, 2023

So sorry to hear. We had lots of fun at the old Shoey firehouse dances. Condolences to the family. RIP. You will be missed.

Rosie & Randy Specht

November 12, 2023

Ashley and family, so sorry to hear of your mom´s passing. We have so many great memories of her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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Kim Welliver

November 11, 2023

She was the best cousin anyone could ask for. She was like the big sister I never had. We had so much fun together. I feel so sad now that she is gone. Ashley, Kelly, Maddison and Carter.......I am so sorry for your loss as well. Kim, Jeff and Cody

Scott Lutz

November 11, 2023

My sincere condolences go out to you Ashley and Kelly and all her friends and family God bless you all may she rest in peace she was a dear friend to me

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