John W.A. Raifsnider

John W.A. Raifsnider, 84, of Alsace Township, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2016 in the Reading Hospital and Medical Center in the presence of his beloved wife, Carol J. (Schnell) Raifsnider, with whom he would of celebrated eight years of marriage. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late John A. Raifsnider and Rosie (Fisher) Green. John was a United States Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of East Ends AA and the Oakbrook Social Club and loved dancing and his yard. John was the most kind and generous man. He was employed as a material analyst and special engineer for Reading Truck Body for 54 years, retiring in 2008. In addition to his wife, John is survived by his son, Keith A. Raifsnider fiancee of Michelle Lush of Shillington and his daughter, Grace E. wife of Gary L. Pergola of Wyomissing; granddaughter, Bethany R. wife of Erik Sutter of West Lawn; step-son, Ahron L. Kercher husband of Jessica of Lynchburg, VA; step-daughter, Alyssa wife of Jacob Albright of Minersville; step-grandchildren, Abigail and Evelyn Kercher and his beloved cats, Peanut and Coconut. The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 25, 2016 from 6:00-8:00 pm at the funeral home, with services being held on Friday, August 26, 2016 at 11:00 am in the Lutz Funeral Home, Inc. 2100 Perkiomen Avenue Reading, PA 19606. Interment private. to In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Animal Rescue League, P.O. Box 69, Mohnton, PA 19540. For online condolences, please visit www.LutzFuneralHome.com