Mary Ann R. (Zaffiro) Runkle

Mary Ann R. (Zaffiro) Runkle, 85, of Reading, passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at Berkshire Center, Exeter Township. Born October 22, 1935, in Reading she was the daughter to the late Samuel J. and Viola S. (Henninger) Zaffiro.

Mary Ann was a graduate of Reading High School, class of 1953. She was employed by the Reading School District and Weis Markets.

Mary Ann is survived by son Charles S. Runkle, of Birdsboro,PA; daughter Linda L. Pelker, wife of Steven Pelker, of Reading, PA; daughter Lisa A. Leader, wife of Dale Leader Jr.,of Pottstown, PA; and son Craig M. Runkle, of Downingtown, PA. She also leaves behind 5 grandchildren Austin Runkle, Erin Pelker, Norah Keller, Cameron Runkle and Lauren Runkle to cherish her memory.

In addition to her parents, Mary Ann was preceded in death by her husband Lewis P. Runkle; and sister Dolores J. Heffelfinger.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the staff of Auman's Inc. Funeral Home, Reiffton. Funeral service and burial will be private and at the discretions of Mary Ann's family.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.aumansinc.com for the Runkle family.