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Christopher Witthaut Obituary

Christopher P. Witthaut Christopher P. Witthaut, 57, of Exeter Township, passed peacefully December 21st in Reading Hospital surrounded by loved ones. He was the husband of Sheila A. (Mervine) Witthaut. Born in Cleveland, Ohio he was the son of Renate (Carl) and the late Horst Witthaut. Christopher was a mechanical engineer and last worked at Birdsboro Extrusions (Deringer-Ney). He was a veteran of the United States Army and was a member of several local clubs and organizations including, VFW, Pagoda Motorcycle Club, Reading Liederkranz, Reading Company Boosters, Lower Alsace Beneficial Assoc, Reading Motorcycle Club, Neversink Gun Club, Friendship Fire Company Social Quarters and Stonersville Social Club. In addition to his spouse and mother he is survived by a daughter, Alison Witthaut and son, Christopher R. Witthaut and three siblings (Stephanie, Susanna and Markus). Also, his nieces and nephew (Gianna, Margaux, Jennifer, Amanda, and Torsten). A celebration of life will be held at a later date, all that know him will be welcome. Never stop fighting cancer, you're not alone. Henninger Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Reading Eagle from Dec. 27 to Dec. 31, 2023.

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Beth Kistler (Kramlich)

December 28, 2023

Wow so sad. I remember Chris from grade school. I recently would see him at EHS where my kids attended with his. RIP Chris you will be missed.

Dottie McAndrew

December 27, 2023

Steph, so sorry to hear of your brother“s passing. God Bless your family at this difficult time.

Jamie Gilbert

December 27, 2023

Wonderful childhood memories of Chris hanging on the farm, going to Dead shows, riding on his motorcycle, and just enjoying life! A salt of the earth person! He will be missed, rest in peace old friend.

Bryan Sandritter

December 27, 2023

Chris your friends and family will miss you. Thanks for being a great friend and teammate.
I will always have great memories of us playing hockey on the frozen ponds of Berks County. Rest in Peace,,,,,

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