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Robert Zerbe Obituary

Robert E. Zerbe, Jr, 60, of Robesonia, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2022. He was the husband of Tracey A. (Reber) Zerbe, with whom he shared 38 years of marriage on Sept. 24th. Robert, a son of Robert E. and Betty (Dietrich) Zerbe, Sr., was born in Reading. In addition to his wife and parents, he is survived by a son, Matthew J.R. Zerbe, husband of Grace; a brother, Terry Zerbe, widow of Kelly; two sisters, Bridget Dunkelberger, wife of Jeff, and Candie Riehl; his mother-in-law, Doris Reber; two grandpuppies, Mirlo and Duck; and numerous nieces and nephews. His best friends he had met over the years were mostly made from playing over 40 soccer. He had also enjoyed traveling with his soccer friends over the years. He coached youth soccer and ice hockey and was a member of Cushion Peak Rod & Gun, and Gouglersville Fire Company. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, campfires, brewing beer, photography, target shooting, and taking care of his gardens and ponds. He was currently working for Graphite Machining in Robesonia. A time of gathering will be held from 6-8:00 PM, Friday, June 24th, at Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, 243 W. Penn Ave., Wernersville. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Gift of Life, 401 North 3rd St., Philadelphia, PA 19123. Online condolences may be made at www.lammandwitman.com

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Published by Reading Eagle from Jun. 20 to Jun. 21, 2022.

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Kelly Yoh

June 27, 2022

Tracey and family .
Unfortunately no words can describe how sorry I am for your loss .
Prayers you somehow find understanding and peace.
Bob was truly a Great husband, father , son and friend to everyone.

Andre & Carol Bourrie and Nicole (Putt) Worrall and Todd Putt

June 23, 2022

Our heartfelt thoughts and sincerest condolences for the sudden passing of your dear Bob, who always kind and had a heart of gold. May you, Tracey and Matthew be comforted in your sadness by his loving smile and treasured memories. Our affectionate condolences

Joan (Balthaser) Hartman

June 21, 2022

Sorry for your families loss . Growing up near the Zerbe house in Strausstown, I have many memories of the family .

Holly Baim

June 21, 2022

Tracey,
I am sorry to learn of your sorrow and loss of your husband. You will be in my prayers for strength and courage in the weeks to come. May you find comfort from your family and friends.

Tom Gerner

June 21, 2022

Candie, so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Please accept my sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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