Pearl Theresa (Esser) Souders, 97, of Reading, PA passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Wyomissing Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, where she was a resident. Born on December 20, 1925, she was a daughter to the late Stewart Esser Sr. and Florence (Foreman) Esser.
Pearl was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, whose life was centered around her family. She loved going to the beach, cruises with her husband and trips to the casino. In her spare time, Pearl enjoyed crocheting, word search puzzles, watching WWE, NCIS and cheering on the Philadelphia Phillies.
Pearl's spirit will be carried on by her grandson Brian King, husband of Kris, of Leesport, PA ; 3 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. She also leaves behind 2 sisters Karen Wheeler and Judith Conrad to cherish her memory.
In addition to her parents, Pearl was greeted in heaven by her 4 brothers Stewart "Dewey" Esser Jr., Gerald Esser; Edward Esser and Leonard Esser; her daughter Linda M. King; her grandson Barry King and her husband Jacob H. Souders.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 11:00 am at Forest Hills Memorial Park, 391 W. Neversink Rd., Reading, PA 19606. Attendees are asked to line up in procession on the right hand cemetery entrance driveway.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.aumansinc.com for the Souders family.
