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Russell Larish Obituary

Russell L. Larish, 92, formerly of Exeter Township, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at Berks Heim. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Lorraine F. (Shaeffer) Larish. Born in Berks County, Mr. Larish was the son of the late Harry Larish, Sr. and Alverta (Hassler) Larish. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and was employed by Bell Telephone of PA for 28 years as a utility maintenance man retiring in 1985 and Mr. Larish was a life member of Grill Fire Company, Goodwill Fire Company. He enjoyed bowling, trap shooting, polka dancing, hunting, fishing, attending antique car shows and most of all spending time with family. He was a loving father to his daughter Aileen L. Kline, wife of Michael D. Kline of Cumru Township and a loving grandfather to his granddaughters Danielle L. Yoder, wife of Dylan P. Yoder and Kelly C. Zweizig, wife of Raymond A. Zweizig and a loving great grandfather to his great grandchildren Juliet A. and Connor P. Yoder. Mr. Larish is also survived by his sister Dolores Stoyer of Reading and was preceded in death by Jane Slemmer, Harry Larish, Jr., Beverly Sittaro, Shirley Huyett, Gerald Larish and Wayne Larish.
Funeral Service for Russell L. Larish will be held at Bean Funeral Home 6 Fairlane Road, Exeter Township, Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 1:00 pm. The family will receive relatives and friends from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.






In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Foundation of America 322 Eighth Ave., 16th Floor, New York, NY 1000 in memory of Mr. Russell L. Larish. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Reading Eagle from Jul. 2 to Jul. 3, 2022.

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David Anastasio

July 11, 2022

Russ was my friend and my second dad. We always enjoyed long talks and good times ... he was my Polka Dad always buying a beer and making me get out to dance I will miss you Russ thanks for the great times and lots of memories .....

Cindy Koretsky

July 3, 2022

Aileen,
I often thought of your parents and polka dances. What good times we had. Cherish the memories as I will as well
God Bless.

Mary Louise Donnelly

July 3, 2022

Dear Aileen and family, Dena told me of your dads passing. I have such fond memories of both of your parents Russell was just a warm and friendly soul If they polka in heaven, I'm sure your parents will be on the dance floor. Love and God's Blessings

A.J. US Army Retired

July 3, 2022

THANK YOU FOR SERVING!!

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