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Kerry Gottschall Obituary
Kerry L. Gottschall, 56, of Kenhorst, died Jan. 14, 2012, at 12:57 p.m. in the emergency room of the Reading Hospital.
He was the husband of Jo Ann (Houp) Gottschall. They were married 20 years.
Born in West Reading, he was a son of Polly Ann (Lineaweaver) Gottschall of Kenhorst and the late Paul B. Gottschall.
He was the owner/oper-ator of Kerry's Locksmith Service, Kenhorst, for 20 years, last working Jan. 6, 2012.
He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War. Kerry was the Deputy Fire Chief of the Kenhorst Fire Company for the last two years and a member and firefighter for the last 40 years. He was also a member of Keystone of Shillington, Grill, and Lincoln Park Fire Companies. He enjoyed bowling and watching his son play baseball.
In addition to his mother and wife, he is survived by 1a son, Jonathan L. Gottschall, at home; a daughter, Andrea L. Gottschall; three brothers: Gregory P., husband of Cheryl Gottschall, Shoemakersville, David L., husband of Kimberly Gottschall, West Lawn, and Douglass L., husband of Laree Gott-schall, Mohnton; and a sister, Stephanie D., widow of Fred Genery, Sinking Spring.
Funeral services from Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., One East Lancaster Ave., Shillington, on Thursday at 10 a.m., with Pastor Richard H. Andrews officiating. Interment with Fire Department honors in Berks County Memorial Gardens. Viewing Wednesday evening from 6 to 9 and Thursday 9:30 to 10 a.m. at the funeral home.
Please honor Kerry's memory by making contributions in lieu of flowers to the Kenhorst Fire Company, 305 S. Kenhorst Blvd., Kenhorst, PA 19607.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kerry Gottschall
Rosann Van Lear
February 12, 2012
To Kerry's family, My prayers and thoughts are with you.
February 9, 2012
My sincere condolences to the Gottschall family. Kerry was a friend and business associate. He worked with us for years at Park Plaza and never let us down. It will be difficult for me to replace such a dependable person. I was glad I had an opportunity to know him.
Scott Bradbury
U.S. Commercial Realty
Paul, Barbara,and Michelle Gromlich
February 6, 2012
Our sincere condolences to the Willis family.
From The Gromlich Family.
Cindy Shaffer
January 23, 2012
We are both very sorry for your loss.
Your Neighbors up the street.
Craig & Cindy Shaffer
Diane Griffith Smith
January 21, 2012
My sincere condolences to the Gottschall family. I was in Kerrys homeroom at Mifflin. He also came to the rescue when I was in an awful car accident just weeks after our graduation. He was always a great guy and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stefanie Hostrander
January 21, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. We will miss Kerry at the baseball games. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Hostrander Family (Jared, Stefanie & Mark)
clara Wells
January 19, 2012
I,am sorry for your lost. I met Kerry when he changed the locks at grill fire station.Kerry is gone but not forgotten. Clara Wells cumru twp. fire police officer.
Mary Beth Zerbe Garman
January 19, 2012
I would like to express my deepest sympathy. Kerry and I played clarinet together in the Gov. Mifflin Band. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gottschall family.
Sally (Steffey)Hart
January 19, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Gottschall family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
January 18, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Gottschall family in this difficult time.I had the pleasure of meeting Kerry 2 times for lock repairs before I joined Fire Police. He was always a kind and Gracious man. Kerry will be sadly missed.
Linda Sue Witman
January 18, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Gottschall family in this difficult time.I had the pleasure of meeting Kerry 2 times for lock repairs before I joined Fire Police. He was always a kind and Gracious man. Kerry will be sadly missed.
Tim & Nancy Morrow
January 18, 2012
JoAnn and the rest of the Gottscall family,We are saddened by Kerry's passing. Our best thoughts and prayers are with you.
Keith, Candace, Allison Kline
January 18, 2012
Our deepest sympathy for your loss to all of the Gottschall family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeanne O'Hayer (Brady)
January 18, 2012
Living next to the Gottshalls for 10 years was one of the best decades of my life. Please accept my condolences. Jeanne O'Hayer (Brady)
Ken Houp
January 18, 2012
Our loving thoughts and prayers to you and Jonathan. Uncle Kenny, cousins Ken, Jr., Scott and Daniel.
Patrick Sisk
January 18, 2012
My deepest sympathy for your loss. My prayers are offered for your family. Patrick Sisk
Linda Maslar
January 18, 2012
Our deepest sympathy going out to the entire Gottshall Family from the Maslar Family. Growing up and living aside of Kerry, Greg, Doug, David & Steph along with John, Matt and Linda bring back many child hood memories on New Holland Road. Rest in Peace Kerry.
January 17, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the entire Gottschall family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
JoLynn (Kerling) Richert
Beverly Osborne
January 17, 2012
Joann & Johnathan
I am sorry for your loss. Kerry was a great person/man. He faught the fight long and hard. He can rest in peace now. He maybe be gone but he will never be forgotten. God be with you both during this difficult time.
Jessica Griesemer
January 17, 2012
My deepest sympothy to you and Jon... Kerry was a great man who always stood beside what he believed in and waas good to everyone. He will be greatly missed and remembered by many!!
-Geigertown Fire Company
January 17, 2012
Deepest sympathy for your loss - our departments thoughts and prayers are with your family and fire department during this hard time.
Donna Fakete
January 17, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts are with you Jo Ann. Kerry was a great guy. Even while fighting this dreadful disease he always had a joke. Angels be with you!
Drew & Donna Fakete
Kerry Grassley
January 17, 2012
Kerry showed us that you live your life each and every day to its fullest.He was the true meaning of a hero.He looked adversity in the eyes and did not back down from it.Through all that he been threw in the last 2 years he conitued serving the community and live is life with his family and friendss coming before himself.This why I am glad I got to know Kerry. I thank him and his family for sharing him with the Kenhorst community.My deepest sympathy to the family and frinds of Kerry.
Kutztown Fire Company
January 17, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
January 17, 2012
Laree and Doug,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you to help you through this time
Sue (Grady) Settle
John & Donna Painter
January 17, 2012
Our hearts are heavy for Joanne and her family. Kerry always stopped by the club with friendly conversations and a smile. Our prayers are with all.He will be missed.
Diane Giles -Christman
January 17, 2012
The Gottschall Family ,
Very sorry to hear of your deep loss.
We were in the same homeroom , at Gov. Mifflin at the senior high . Kerry was already a pleasant person way back then .
Bev Herbein
January 16, 2012
Joanne & Jon,
We are sorry for your loss of a husband and a father. He loved both of you very much. He will be with both of you no matter what you do or accomplish in life. He will always be in your heart. Our prayers are with you both..Bev, Mike, Chris, & Brad Herbein
Jason Pfleger
January 16, 2012
Mrs Gottschall and Jon, I would like to send my deepest sympathy from my family to yours. Getting to know your father over the summer was a pleasure and I know he will be very proud of you.
kelly donahue
January 16, 2012
Joann & Jonathan ....
I just saw the sign at Kenhorst Fire Company. What a horrible shock. I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and Jonathan, your father. I know how proud he was of you and the shine of pride during all the sports you played. He was always a teaser and loved kidding around ... never short on words and I love the memories we as a family made together over all those years.
Prayers & Thoughts are with you....love you both! Alicia, Alex and Kelly.
Rose Baker
January 16, 2012
Jo Ann and Jon, We would like to express our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband and father. If there is anything you two need at anytime, please do not hesitate to lean on us.... Your friends and family.... We will be here for you...Always. With much love and sympathy, Rose Baker, Dieter Stucke, Justin & Ari, Zach and William
Robert & Kim Pyle
January 16, 2012
JoAnn and Family,
We were saddened to hear of Kerry's passing. He was a true fighter in more ways than one. He will be missed.
Brenda Edsall
January 16, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Kerry's passing. I just recently had the honor of meeting Kerry (he had replaced the locks at our new office). Please accept my condolences. God Bless.
Mars Chocolate Team
January 16, 2012
Our sincerest condolences to the Gottschall family.
Amy Stackhouse/Ambrose
January 16, 2012
Jon and JoAnn,
So sorry to hear of Kerry's passing today. Know that you have alot of people thinking of you including me and if there is anything you need please let me know.
Genie (Lerch) Barlow
January 16, 2012
JoAnn and Jon, I just heard about Kerry from my daughter, Tara. I am so very sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I've missed you for such a long time.
Kristyna Eagle
January 16, 2012
Jon & JoAnn...
I am so sorry to hear about Kerry's passing. I have you both in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Kandis Dietrich
January 16, 2012
Such a lose! I will miss seeing him every day. He will truely be missed. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Dan Clouser
January 16, 2012
Thoughts and prayers from the Berkshire Baseball Family go out to JoAnn, Jonathon and the entire Gottschall family during this difficult time.
Tara Cochran
January 16, 2012
JoAnn & Jonathan,
So sorry to hear of Kerry's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you both, and your family. This must be such a difficult time for all of you; just always remember the special times with Kerry/your dad.
Mike Kosmoski
January 16, 2012
JoAnn and Jonathan no words can express what a loss this is. I have known Kerry for all my years in the Fire service and I learned so much from him. Myself and the members of the Cumru Township Fire Police are keeping you in our prayers.
January 16, 2012
JoAnn,Jonathan and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you at this difficult time.
Jeanette (Weaver) and Mike Posta Jr.
Phoenix, Arizona
January 16, 2012
JoAnn, you and Jonathan have been in our thoughts and prayers all weekend --- if you need anything you know I will be there for you.
Love,
Sandy, Gene, and Staci
Ron and Mary Ann Amole
January 16, 2012
Sorry to hear of Kerry's passing. We're all thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. The Amole family
Deb Boyer
January 16, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Jon at this difficult time.
Love,
Rick, Deb, Tim, Liz, Mark and Marissa
Joanne Klick
January 16, 2012
Our deepest sympathy Jo Ann and Jonathan and family. May God Bless you in your time of sorrow. (Joanne & George)
January 16, 2012
Deepest sympathy to the family of Kerry Gottschall,God Bless all of you,Jan & Debbie(Pauley)Fisher.
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