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Kenneth Schmale Obituary
Kenneth H. "Buster" Schmale, 70, of Reading, died during the morning hours of Saturday, September 13, 2014 at his residence.
He is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn A. (Jackowski) Schmale, with whom he just celebrated his 48th wedding anniversary on September 10. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Herman (Hank) Schmale and Betty (Esterly) Fortna.
In addition to his wife, Mr. Schmale is survived by his son, Robert, husband of Jill Schmale of Exeter Twp. Other survivors include two sisters, Linda (Schmale), husband of Kenneth Eyrich of Muhlenberg Twp. and Louise (Schmale), widow of Richard Dease of Mohnton. He is also survived by nieces and a nephew.
Mr. Schmale was employed by the former Stanley G. Flagg Co. for 32 years and retired from Morgan Trailer in 2003.
Mr. Schmale loved to go to Delaware to the casino and to the Nascar races; he loved to watch horror movies and especially eat ice cream; but most of all he loved his family. He will be sadly missed.
Relatives and friends may extend their sympathy and respects to the Schmale family on Thursday September 18, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Kopicki-Bradley Funeral Home, Inc. 239 South Ninth Street Reading PA 19602. A Rememberance Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will follow in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Exeter Twp.
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Fred Kellenberger
September 16, 2014
Bob, so sorry for your loss. I'll be thinking of you the next couple of days.
Christine Wendt
September 15, 2014
Bob we are all saddened by the loss of your Dad! Thinking of you and Jill so so much during the difficult days ahead. Holding you close in prayer and love, Kevin and Christine Wendt. Regi and AJ
The Glore Family
September 15, 2014
Our condolences to the Schmale family on your loss. May he rest in peace and may God give you strength during this difficult time.
Tabitha Dinger
September 15, 2014
May God be with this family in their time of grievance! May Kenny sleep peacefully with the angel's. I'm very sorry for the loss of this sweet man. He was always nice to everyone he met. RIP Kenny.
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