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Andrew Gottshall Obituary

Andrew "Andy" C. Gottshall, 50 Andrew "Andy" C. Gottshall, 50, of Barto, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Friday January 10, 2025 at the Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since November. Born in Pottstown, he was the son of Gregory S. Gottshall (husband of Deborah) and Donna R. (Houck) Leister (wife of Ronald) Andy was a 1992 graduate of Boyertown High School. Throughout his life, Andy was a multi-tradesman, working for several local companies. He enjoyed woodworking and gardening and had a passion for hunting and fishing, also a love for music and attending concerts. Andy enjoyed all Philadelphia sports and was an avid Flyers fan. Most of all Andy loved spending time with his daughter! He was a member of the Gabelsville Athletic Association and the Boyertown Orioles Nest #22. Surviving along with his parents, is daughter Alayna C. Gottshall, brother Christopher M. Gottshall (husband of Cynthia), step sisters Andi Fishtock, Angie Donkus, step brother Bill Weidner, grandmother Lois A. Houck, nephew Jordan C. Gottshall (husband of Molly), great niece Marley M. Gottshall and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: The American Kidney Foundation https://give.kidneyfoundation.org/donate-now/official-site Or The American Heart Association www.heart.org

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Jan. 22, 2025.

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JOHN M KOLTONUK

July 26, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering all of you today. Rest in peace Andy. Uncle John

Josh Hartline

January 27, 2025

Andy was a great guy! We went to Junior High High School together. I always enjoyed talking to him.

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