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Rita Royle Obituary
She was the wife of Samuel B. Royle. They were married for 54 years.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Edwin L. and Florence R. (Jones) Keller.
She was employed 26 years by American Polarizers, Reading.
She was a member of the Salvation Army, Reading.
Surviving are three daughters: Susan B., wife of Mark S. Mackneer, Pittsburgh; Brenda J., wife of Colin DeVault, Carlisle; and Debra L., wife of Jose Alvarez, Reading; two stepsons and two stepdaughters.
Other survivors include eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
There are also a sister, Lynda Luckenbill, Reading; and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her brothers, Edwin L. Keller Jr., Mesa, Ariz., and Jarus Keller, Savannah, Ga.
Services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, with Major Mark S.. Mackneer and Major Colin D. DeVault officiating. Friends may call tonight from 6 to 8 and Thursday from 9 to 10 a.m. Burial will be in Laureldale Cemetery.
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Debra Gill
April 8, 2009
To Sam and the family. My mother Ruth Hummel and myself Debra Gill will truly miss Rita. She was a kind and loving christian. God Bless you all. Love Debbie
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Mindy McCormick
April 7, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Know that the warm embrace of the Lord shall comfort you and keep you. I will always cherish the many loving memories.
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