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Ronald Sowers Obituary


Ronald W. Sowers, 62, of Reading, passed away Monday, February 25, 2013 at Reading Hospital.

Ronald was born in Reading on May 3, 1950, a son of the late Carrie V. (Brown) and Robert W. Sowers.

He loved sports,especially the Phillies, and he also loved pets and music. Ron was also a former member of the Reading Hose Fire Company.

Ronald is survived by three sisters, Carolyn F. Mervine of Reading, Barbara E. Fetter of Oley, and Karen L. George of Exeter Twp.; and two brothers, Robert A. Sowers of Reading, and Kenneth I. Sowers of Jacksonville, FL. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by six sisters: Virginia Sowers, Madelyn Stanley, Patricia Dinino, Nancy Sowers, Marie Carithers, and Margaret Sowers.

Services are private at the convenience of the family. Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 1501 N. 11th St., Reading, is in charge of the arrangements.

Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 498 Bellevue Ave. Reading, PA 19605 or to the American Heart Association 212 East Broad St. Bethlehem, PA 18018. Family and friends may sign online register at www.sandersfuneral.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Reading Eagle on Feb. 27, 2013.

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American Heart Association

February 27, 2013

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

sandy Dinino

February 27, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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