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John Ibach Obituary

John R. Ibach, 59, of Millmont, passed away October 11, 2019, in the Reading Hospital. He was the loving husband of Marybeth (Texter) Ibach. They shared 33 years of marriage. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Bruce E. and Marie J. (Milia) Ibach. John was a pharmacist for 30 years, last working at Birdsboro Pharmacy. He was a 1978 graduate of Governor Mifflin High School and a graduate of Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science. He enjoyed woodworking, art history and art collecting. An avid Phillies fan, his grandsons brought him great joy. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Marissa G., wife of Seth Brautigam, Hamburg; his grandsons, Luke and Levi; two brothers and one sister. He is also survived by Marybeth’s family: sister, Kathleen, wife of David Kline, Sinking Spring; brothers, David, husband of Jean Texter, Lancaster, Mark, husband of Linda Texter, Sinking Spring; his sister-in-law, Patricia Texter, Sinking Spring; and many nieces, nephews; and his beloved cat, Hunter. Friends may call on Friday, November 1, 2019, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., 1 East Lancaster Ave., Shillington. Committal service on Saturday, November 2, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Resurrection at Gethsemane Cemetery, 3139 Kutztown Rd., Laureldale. Pastor Harold Easter will officiate. Entombment in Bornemann Mausoleum at Gethsemane Cemetery. Please remember John by making contributions to the Animal Rescue League, 58 Kennel Road, Birdsboro, PA 19508. www.kleefuneralhome.com

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Published by Reading Eagle from Oct. 19 to Oct. 30, 2019.

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November 2, 2019

Dear Mary Beth Tex, I'm so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I
did not know John well, but I do how respected he and his family were in the community. I also know how sweetly you helped my brother, Joe, during his latest admission. When you're ready, reach out. It would be nice to catchup with you. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Barb (Antosy) Nawa

Barb Nawa

November 2, 2019

Dear Mary Beth Tex, I'm so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My heart breaks for you. John passed too soon and though I did not know John on a personal level, I do remember how well respected he and his family are in the community. I also know how sweetly you were to my brother during his recent hospital admission. Just want you to know I'm praying and thinking of you. When you're ready, reach out and let me know if you'd like to get together. God bless, Barb (Antosy) Nawa

October 27, 2019

So very sorry to hear John has passed. I have many wonderful memories of John. We grew up together and shared a classroom from kindergarten until we graduated in 1978. My sincere condolences to his family.

October 27, 2019

So very upset to hear John has passed away. I went to school with John from Kindergarten until we graduated. A wonderful awesome man who was kind to all. My sincere condolences.

Bob and Merrilee Sheeler

October 24, 2019

MaryBeth. We are so sorry to read of your husbands passing. You and your family are on our thoughts and prayers Bob and Merrilee Sheeler

October 22, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. John was a fun guy and we shared many laughs when we worked together at Rite Aid in Reading, many years ago. Most recently we were FB buddies. John rest in peace! You will be missed.

Jane Daddi Gieringer
North Port, FL

Joanne Baxewanis

October 21, 2019

I am so saddened by John's passing. We were childhood friends who grew up in Kenhorst, spent our summers at Ken Grill Pool and graduated from Gov. Mifflin High School. A fellow cat lover, he was always kind with a great smile. I will miss you my friend. Condolences to your family. May your memory be eternal.

Ellen Rosado

October 21, 2019

I am so sorry to hear about John. I worked with him at Ronco's Pharmacy, and he recently contacted me on Facebook. Sending prayers to his family..may he Rest in Peace.

October 21, 2019

John: I'll miss your scathing comments on FB, that usually got you in FB Jail. Seriously, I pray you're at peace, cuz! Say hello to your mom and dad and my dad when you see them in heaven. My condolences and sympathy to your family.
Peace,
Judy Ibach-Hummel

Christopher Circelli

October 20, 2019

My old buddy from college. Brother of Pi Lambda Phi. So sorry to hear. Too young.

Betty Milia

October 20, 2019

My prayers and condolences to your family
Betty Milia

Betty milia

October 20, 2019

My condolences and prayers to you and your family at this sad time

Carol Sleppy

October 20, 2019

To John's family,
So very sad to see this. I worked with John at Birdsboro Pharmacy. He was a great guy and he will be missed by many.
He was so proud when he became a grandfather.
Thoughts and prayers to all of you.

Marie Milia

October 20, 2019

My sincerest condolences for your loss.

Lori Burkhart

October 20, 2019

We were in the same graduating class in high school and he was such a sweet young man. John was taken from this earth too soon. Condolences to the family. Thank you for supporting animal rescue.

John Maslar

October 20, 2019

Sorry for your loss Marybeth, Rest in peace John.

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