Dorothy L. Grove

Dorothy L. Grove, 84, of Reading, passed away following a courageous battle with ALS fought with dignity and grace, drawing strength from her family and friends on Tuesday, January 6, 2015 in Berkshire Center, Exeter Township. She was the widow of Robert G. Grove, Jr. who passed away May 16, 2002. Born in Womelsdorf, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Edna (Reinhold) Haag. Dorothy was a graduate of Womelsdorf High School. She was employed by Yorgey’s Dry Cleaning as an inspector for 40 years until her retirement. Dorothy is survived by: One Son: Robert D. Grove husband of Ann of West Chester; Three Daughters: Kathy L. wife of Denis Dorward of Sinking Spring, Debra A. Grove of Wernersville and Brenda L. wife of Brian Jeschke of Reading; Six Grandchildren: Amy, Andrew, Ashley, Caitlin, Breanne and Robert and One Great-Grandchild Connor and One Brother: Barry Haag husband of Maggie of Delaware and One Pre-Deceased Brother Richard Haag. Visitation with the family will be held from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm with services beginning at 5:00 pm on Friday January 9th 2015 in the Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. 2100 Perkiomen Ave. Mt. Penn. Interment private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Animal Rescue League of Berks Co. P.O. Box 69 Mohnton, Pa 19540 or the Reading Public Library Foundation 113 S. 4th Street, Reading 19602 to help celebrate Dorothy’s love of animals and passion for reading a good book. The family of Dorothy would like to thank Cathy Cammarano, the Berkshire Center Staff and the Caring Hospice Services for all their support.
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