Lester L. Balthaser, 87, of Fleetwood, passed away on May 7, 2014 in Kutztown Manor. He was the husband of the late Sarah G. E. (Rhein) Balthaser who passed on January 6, 1996.
Born on December 5, 1926, in WindsorTownship. He was the son of the late Jacob Balthaser and Florence (Dutt) Balthaser.
Lester had worked for Giorgio Foods, Blandon for 8 years retiring in 1991. Other employment included Palmer Corporation, Reading and the former Red Cheek, Corporation in Fleetwood.
He was a member of Trinity Bible Fellowship Church in Blandon. He also was a member of the Fleetwood Grange for over seventy-five years.
Survived by his sisters, Ethel (Balthaser) wife of John Hoch of Kutztown, Mabel (Balthaser) Kistler of Leighton, Grace (Balthaser) wife of Ray Balthaser of Virginsville and Rose Ann (Balthaser) wife of Charles Leibensperger of Kutztown. Also surviving are twelve nieces and nephews.
He leaves behind his beloved dog Rover.
A viewing will be held Tuesday morning from 10:00 AM to11:00 AM followed by funeral services at 11:00. From Trinity Bible Fellowship Church, 220 Main Street, Blandon. Burial will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Humane Society of Berks County, 1801 N 11th Street, Reading, Pa 19604