The Life of Herman E. Berkheiser

Herman Berkheiser, 82, a resident of St. Clair, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17th, 2024.

Herman was born in Pottsville on February 24, 1942, a son of the late John Krebs and Ethel Berkheiser. He attended school in Pottsville, and owned and operated Berk's Cleaning Service of Pottsville for over 40 years.

Herman was a life member of the former Greenwood Hills fire company, and was a model train enthusiast. He loved decorating for the holidays, especially Christmas, when he would put his trains as well as many other ornaments on display.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, James Berkheiser, Roger Berkheiser, Ethel Stencovage, Lorraine Zukosky and Howard (Sonny) Berkheiser. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Clara (Kamp) Berkheiser in 2018.

Herman is survived by his daughters, Barbara, wife of Joel Schware of Allentown; Pamela Berkheiser of Northampton and Christine, wife of Oral Kramer of Pottsville. Two grandsons, Eric and Timothy Schware, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Monday, April 29th, 2024 at the Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home, 515 West Market Street, Pottsville. A viewing will be held from 9-11 AM prior to the service. Herman will be laid to rest next to his wife Clara at the Schuylkill Memorial Park, immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are asked to be made ot the Pottsville Area Soap Box Derby, 527 Hotel Street, Pottsville, PA. 17901. More information is available at www.pottsvillefuneral.com