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David VanEvery Obituary
David E. VanEvery, 70, of Reading, passed away Tuesday, February 4th, suddenly, in a motor vehicle accident in Cumberland County.
David was born in Philadelphia, PA on August 30, 1943, a son of the late Agnes T. (Geltch) and Lewis F. VanEvery.
He served in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War, and was employed as a truck driver at Boscov's Transportation, Reading, PA, for 20 years.
He loved his family and especially loved watching NASCAR and the Eagles with his sons. He was a fantastic truck driver.
The husband of Leslie L (Zeigler) VanEvery, who survives him, he is also survived by 1 daughter, Lori L., wife of Zach Vignochi, of Shoemakersville, PA; and 5 sons: David M. VanEvery of Leesport, Florida; Tory J. Baer of Reading, PA; Judd J. Baer of Robesonia, PA; Rafe J., husband of Carolyn Baer, of Sinking Spring, PA; and Ross J., husband of Kathleen M. Baer, of Reading, PA.
He is also survived by a brother, Gerald A. VanEvery of Plymouth Meeting, PA, and 3 grandchildren: Logan Gross, Dylan Hinnershitz, and Anique Baer.
Family eulogy at Feeney Funeral Home, Reading, PA at 8 PM on Monday, February 10th, which will be web-broadcast at our website shown below. Friends and relatives are invited to call Monday 6-8 PM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 131, 50 Longview Road, Boyertown, PA 18512.
Arrangements entrusted to the John P. Feeney Funeral Home, in Reading's Centre Park Historic District, 625 N. 4th St. at Centre Ave. (Route 61), Reading, PA 19601. Obituary, directions, web-broadcast and condolences at www.johnfeeneyfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David VanEvery
February 17, 2014
Dear Leslie, Just found out about my cousin David. I am so very sorry for your loss. David was a good guy and will be sorely missed. I have wonderful memories of our childhood with our family gatherings. Sincerest sympathies to you and your family. Love, Susan Rost
Lancaster. Boscovs
February 15, 2014
Dave you will be misses dearly
lori torok
February 9, 2014
so sorry to ear about dave. he was a good man , did a lot for me in the 9 years that I knew him, will be missed
Michael Mescavage
February 9, 2014
May your loved one soar on Eagles wings for the Great Courage HE has shown,
Our Freedom which HE fought for and His love of country for which he gave.
The members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart
Michael J. Mescavage, Cmdr.
Dept. of Pennsylvania
Military Order of the Purple Heart
Paula Smith
February 8, 2014
So sorry for your families loss. May God's love shine down on your family in this time of need.
David Howe
February 8, 2014
sending condolences out to your family will be missed at bosco's
Dave Howe
February 7, 2014
sending my condolence to Dave's family. you will be missed.
February 7, 2014
sorry about your dad tori i used to date you , my name is alison sorry for loss
Susan Kerschner
February 7, 2014
We are all very sad here and our wishes go to Dave's family at this most heart wrenching time.
Dave,Gloria,Michelle Hicks
February 7, 2014
We enjoyed our years at Boscovs driving and talking on the C B,helping each other to get through the night.My daughter Michelle said how much fun it was at Dorney Park with you and HOBO AND Charlie and Dottie and the rest of the drivers and there family.Rest in peace and thank you for all the good times
Jeff Oswald
February 7, 2014
Dave you will be missed Rest in Peace my friend
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