Perry Eich

Perry M. Eich, 85, of Temple, was dead on arrival at the Reading Hospital on Tuesday.

He was the husband of Florence M. (Umstead) Eich. They had shared fifty-seven years of a loving marriage. Perry was born in Reading on January 24, 1928. He was the son of the late Perry and Anna Marie (Miller) Eich.

Surviving in addition to his wife is a brother, William D., companion of Juanita Lorah, of Reading. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Perry was predeceased by a sister, Arlene Zogas, and a niece, Georganne Zogas.

Mr. Eich was past chairman of the former Dana Credit Union (Bellco Credit). He was a past officer with the Reading Humane Society. He enjoyed dog training of basic behaviors with Gentle Leader Dog Training.

Perry graduated from Reading High School in the class of 1946. He served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.

Mr. Eich was employed thirty-seven and a half years by the former Dana Corporation of Reading, last working as a foreman in the truck side bar department.

Funeral services from the Milkins Giles Funeral Home, Inc., Temple, on Monday at 1:00 p.m., with Reverend Merrill Marisseau officiating. Family will receive friends on Monday 11:00 a.m. until time of services. Interment in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

Memorial contributions may be offered in Perry's memory to Hillside S.P.C.A. (No Kill Shelter) Pottsville, PA 17901. Condolences may be offered at www.milkins-gilesfuneralhome.com.