Bean Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc. - Sinking Springs

03/21/2026

Justin Michael Braun

Justin M. Braun, 47, of Shillington passed away on March 17, 2026. He was the loving husband to Kelly Renee (Heltzinger) Braun, who was his high school sweetheart, for over 21 years of marriage. Born in West Reading, Justin was the son of Zane William Reed Sr. and Cindy Lou (Reisinger) Reed and predeceased by his Father, Jack A. Braun, husband of Dorothy Braun.

Justin was a graduate of Conrad Weiser High School and went on to work as a Sheet Metal Worker, Local 19 Union for over 25 Years. He was a avid Philadelphia sports fan cheering on the Phillies and Eagles.

Justin loved to cook, he enjoyed working with his hands and fixing things, always found tinkering in the garage. Justin often hung out on his deck in his backyard, which he took pride in, that he built all by himself. If a tool was ever needed, Justin was your go to guy, he loved his tools and utilizing them to build things around his home.

In addition to his wife and parents, Justin is survived by his daughters, Ella M. Braun and Arianna J. Braun. Justin is also survived by his sister, Crystal M. Braun Rittle, wife of Keith, of Sinking Spring, brothers, Matthew J. Braun, husband of Jessica, of Exeter Township, and Zane W. Reed Jr. of West Lawn. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Ava Rittle, Evan Rittle, Carson Braun, Quinn Braun, Molly Braun, Grace Uliascz, Madelyn Van Stelle, and Kaylea Van Stelle.

Services for Justin will be held privately at the convenience of the family. A Celebration of Justin’s Life will be announced at a later date. Bean Funeral Home, Shillington has been entrusted with arrangements. Online guestbook and condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com

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03/20/2026

🌷Happy First Day of Spring from everyone at Bean Funeral Homes!🌷

03/20/2026

Douglas Frank Boger

Douglas Frank Boger, 79, of Leesport, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the loving husband to Cynthia Ann (Grube) Boger. Born in Lebanon, Douglas was the son of the late Richard R. Boger, and Marilyn Jean (Goshert). Douglas was a graduate of Lebanon High School and went on to work as a Quality Control Manager for Pennsylvania Steel, Hamburg.

In addition to his wife Cynthia, Douglas is survived by his first wife Joan, his sons, Steven D. Boger, husband of Kim, of Bernville, Richard P. Boger, husband of AnnMarie, of Lebanon, grandchildren, Benjamin R. Boger, Jessica R. Boger, and Amanda L. Hansell, wife of David. He is also survived by his great grandchildren, Landon, Kylie, Gracie, Tili, Christian, Cameron, Callie, and brothers, Gregory W. Boger, husband of Deb, and Kevin J. Boger, husband of Pat.

Memorial service for Douglas will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM in Bean Funeral Home, 3825 Penn Ave. Sinking Spring, PA 19608. Inurnment to follow in Pleasant View Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and guests in Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring, on Friday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the NRA. Online guestbook and condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com

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03/19/2026

Jacquelin Sue Lampley

Jacquelin Sue Lampley, 87, of Wyomissing, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026. Known affectionately as Sue, she was born on October 6, 1938, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, to Broadus and Ida Belle (Henson) Blanton. Throughout her life, Sue dedicated herself to her family and spent many years working as an administrative assistant. Her interests included tennis, golf, bridge, beach trips, and enjoying a good glass of white wine.

Sue is survived by her husband of 65 years, Malloy Lampley; sons, Jeffrey M. Lampley husband of Susan M. Reed, John F. Lampley significant other of Pamela L. Miller, and Joel H. Lampley husband of Shannon P. Lampley; grandchildren Alex Lampley, Aaron Lampley, Kristin Baughman, Olivia Lampley, Brooke Lampley, and Parker Miller; and eight great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her brother Bill Blanton.

Services are private and at convenience of the family. Bean Funeral Homes, Sinking Spring is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.beanfuneralhomes.com.

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03/18/2026

Paul LeRoy Miller

Paul LeRoy Miller, 94, of Bern Township, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 11:00 am in his residence. He was the husband of Beverly L. (Henn) Miller. Born in Birdsboro, Mr. Miller was the son of the late Franklin W. and Myrtle I. (Painter) Miller. He was a member of Bethany Evangelical Congregational Church in Leesport and served in the United States Army. Mr. Miller was employed by Grafika Commercial Printing in West Lawn in the maintenance department for 39 years until his retirement. He was a member of Lodge 141 Independent Order of Odd Fellows in Leesport, the Birdsboro Memorial American Legion and the Elks Lodge in Ephrata. In addition to his wife, Mr. Miller is survived by his daughters Kimberly A. Boyer wife of Barry T. Boyer, Jr. of Maidencreek Township; Kelly A. Clark wife of James D. Clark of Hamburg and his 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother Robert W. Miller.

Memorial Service will be held at Bethany Evangelical Congregational Church 308 Main Street, Leesport, PA 19533, Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 11:30 am. Reverend Charles A. Walker will officiate. The family will receive relatives and friends at Bethany Evangelical Congregational Church Saturday from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Military Honors will be rendered by the United States Army Honor Guard following the memorial service. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Bethany Evangelical Congregational Church at the above address in memory of Mr. Paul LeRoy Miller. Bean Funeral Homes & Crematory 3825 Penn Ave. Sinking Spring is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com

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03/18/2026

Virginia Leah Scheider

Virginia Leah Scheider, 88, formerly of Reading and Topton, passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 5:24 pm at Phoebe Home in Allentown. Born in Philadelphia, Mrs. Scheider was the daughter of the late Edward G. and Leah (Swoyer) Wittig. She is survived by her children Joseph J. McNaney of Newtown Square; Karen A. Wimberg of Jacksonville, Texas; Christopher S. McNaney husband of Lisa McNaney of Broomall; Diane M. McNaney of West Reading; Jennifer L. Angstadt of Reading and her 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Services will be held privately by the family. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Pennsylvania SPCA 350 East Erie Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19134 in memory of Mrs. Virginia Leah Scheider. Bean Funeral Homes & Crematory 3825 Penn Ave. Sinking Spring is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com

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03/17/2026

Julianne Charlotte Arnold

Julianne Charlotte Arnold, 88, of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026. Born on April 21, 1937, in Jersey City, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Robert Charles and Elfreda (Hagele) Pahl. Julianne was the beloved wife of the late Stanley Walter Arnold, who passed away on June 18, 2005. Together they shared 46 years of marriage. She was a graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing, class of 1958. Julianne lived a life dedicated to caring for others as a registered nurse, having served with compassion at Reading Hospital throughout her esteemed career in health care. She was also a devoted and active member for 50 years of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Sinking Spring.

Julianne is survived by her daughters, Robin B. Ream, wife of Bruce S. Ream, of Mohnton; April E. Jamison, wife of David A. Jamison, of Bensalem; grandsons, Kegun L. Ream, husband of Amanda Ream; Kanon N. Ream, fiancé of Mackenzie Gross; David R. Jamison, significant other, of Kirsten Krechel; Ryan A. Jamison, significant other, of Anna Heath; great-grandson Logan H. Ream, and soon to be another great-grandson born in June and brother, John Pahl.

Julianne was preceded in death by her daughter, Susan E. Arnold and sister Roberta Kelchner. Julianne's public viewing will take place at St. John’s Lutheran Church 4125 Penn Ave., Sinking Spring, PA 19608 on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 9:30am -10:30am. Following the viewing, a funeral service will be held at the same location at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park. Bean Funeral Homes, Sinking Spring, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to St. Johns Lutheran Church 4125 Penn Ave., Sinking Spring, PA 19608. Online condolences may be made to www.beanfuneralhomes.com.

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03/16/2026

Have you considered preplanning but don’t know where to start or if it’s right for you? Register for our lunch and learn on March 24 at Salute Ristorante. David Burawski, Prearrangement Director, Amy Landis, Certified Celebrant, and Beth Harp, Administrative Staff, will lead the event. They will guide you through the process and benefits of preplanning. This event will also discuss veterans benefits. Join us in a low pressure environment with plenty of time for questions and delicious food.

📍Location: Salute Ristorante
📅Date: March 24, 2026
🕛Time: 12:00

Register: RSVP online at https://www.beanfuneralhomes.com/events/details/lunch-and-learn-6 or call us (610) 376-1129.

Life Celebration – “Live Well, Leave Well"

03/13/2026

Ann B. Jacobs

Ann Louise Bogen Jacobs passed away peacefully after a long illness on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Leesport, Pennsylvania, with her family by her side.

Ann was born on May 17, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of the late Emil Bogen and Imelda Thomas Bogen. In addition to her parents, Ann was predeceased by her sister, Marianne Bogen.

Ann is survived by her husband, John Jacobs; her two sons, Robert Jacobs and Ryan Jacobs; and her beloved granddaughter, Madeline Rose Jacobs. Ann is also survived by her siblings Nancy Bogen, Janet Bogen, William Bogen, and Diane Mikulec (Joe); her sister-in-law, Phyllis Jacobs Sheehy (Charles); her brother-in-law, Jeff Jacobs; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ann was a graduate of Marygrove College in Detroit, Michigan, where she majored in Education. After completing her degree, Ann served as a Papal Volunteer and taught in Catholic schools in Chicago, Illinois.

In 1969, Ann married John Jacobs in Hayes, Middlesex, England, while John was stationed in Europe. They shared 57 years of marriage.

After John’s military service was complete, Ann, John, and Robert returned to Michigan, where Ann taught second grade for several years before leaving the classroom to raise their two sons.

In 1978, the family moved to Exton,Pennsylvavia, where she commuted to Philadelphia to work with Mellon Bank for 8 years. They then moved to Leesport area of Pennsylvania, where Ann became the Benefits and Pension Coordinator for Reading Hospital. She served in that role with dedication until her retirement in 2006 and was well-known throughout the hospital for her ability to solve complex problems with patience and clarity.

Ann was known as a gentle soul with a wonderful laugh and a warm sense of humor. As the oldest child in her family, she set a high bar for her younger siblings. They often joked that as each of them made their way through Holy Redeemer School in Detroit, the teachers held them to “Ann’s standards”—which were, by all accounts, very high. She loved reading (especially a good murder/mystery) food, music, travel(so many stories!), films and games. Ann made friends(so many friends!)instantly, as she was an excellent listener with a deep well of empathy. She had a strong sense of social justice and was ardent believer in equal rights. She loved life.

Ann was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and aunt, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Bean Funeral Homes & Crematory is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be made at: www.beanfuneralhomes.com

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03/13/2026

We invite you to our Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 at Bean Funeral Homes in Sinking Spring! There will be prize eggs and light refreshments. 🐰

📅April 4
🕙10:00 AM
📍3825 Penn Ave. Sinking Spring, PA 19608
📞For more information call 610-376-1129 or email carolina@beanfuneralhomes.com

03/11/2026

Help us celebrate the amazing funeral directors at Bean Funeral Homes! March 11 is National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day. Our funeral directors are honored to be able to serve your families and our community. Their service and dedication during some of life’s most difficult times reflects that being a funeral director is truly a calling. Thank you for all that you do!

03/10/2026

Mildred Anna Burns

Mildred Anna Burns has gone to her heavenly home. Mildred, 89, of Conway, SC died March 6, 2026 surrounded by the loving arms of her family. She was born and resided most of her life in Reading, PA.

Mildred was blessed with two children: Stephen S. Burns of Conway, SC and Kathy L. Bell of Wyomissing, PA. Mildred loved her seven grandchildren: Anthony Romano, Matthew, Mitchell and Michael Burns, children of Stephen and Donna Burns; Tyler, Jeremy and Kristy Bell, children of Kathy and Steven Bell. In recent years, she was thrilled to be blessed with two great grandchildren, Hayden and Rhys Burns, children of Mitchell Burns and his wife Kylee (Bair) Burns. Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren provided joy and pride.

Mildred was predeceased by her husband, Gerald Burns, brother Walter Lehnke Jr., her parents, Walter and Caroline (Smith) Lehnke and a granddaughter, Marie Burns, daughter of Stephen and Donna Burns.

She graduated from Reading High School in 1954, and earned her degree as a Registered Nurse at Reading Hospital School of Nursing in 1957. Mildred worked for 26 years at Reading Hospital as a nurse in the Psychiatry Department before retiring in 2001. Mildred also worked countless hours helping her late husband, Jerry Burns, at Burns Department Store in Laureldale, PA.

A woman of great faith, Mildred thanked the Lord daily for her life, her peace, her many friends and all the blessings she received. She will be remembered for her warmth, her quiet elegance, and her love of family. Mildred was an avid reader and enjoyed sewing, crocheting and playing games. For all of her 89 years, Mildred was very active in the New Apostolic Church. She loved spending time in prayer and fellowship with the many wonderful members of her church.

Friends may call Saturday, March 14 from 9am to 10:20am at Bean Funeral Home, Hampden Heights, 1605 Rockland Street, Reading PA 19604. A Memorial Service will begin at 10:30am at the Funeral home followed by interment at Gethsemane Cemetery mausoleum. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.

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