Karl Stauffer, 83

Karl Stauffer, 83, of Gilbertsville, PA, husband of his high school sweetheart Donna Stauffer passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on August 23, 2024.

Born in the Pottstown Hospital, he was the son of the late Karl B. Stauffer and the late Thomas and Ruth Smith.

He was a wonderful husband, devoted father, dedicated grandfather and loving great-grandfather.

He worked at Morysville Body Works, Sanders & Thomas & Gilbert Associates in Reading for 25 years. He then became a Real Estate salesman with Rherer & Zuber, Kelly Real Estate and Zuber Realty for 40 years.

He was a compassionate volunteer of the Boyertown community. He was an active member of the Boyertown Lions Club for 35 years where he started the “Fly the American Flag” program in 1994 which you still see happening today. He received the Lion of the Year award and the Melvin Jones Fellow Award. He was named the 1997-98 Citizen of the Year by the Boyertown Area Berks-Mont Newspaper and Jaycees Club. He has been a member of the Good Shepherd UCC Church for 83 years, where he was the head of the landscaping committee for 35 years. He also played slow pitch softball until he was 50 years old.

Surviving with his wife of 62 years are his children, Son Parrish and wife Brenda, Son Randy & wife Beth, daughter Marcy Behr & Husband Michael; 5 grandchildren, Alex Stauffer & wife Malia, Megyn Weller & husband Keith, Devon Stauffer, Bailey Stauffer and Brady Behr; Great-Grandchildren, Gray Stauffer, Jett Stauffer and Morgan Weller. He is also survived by a brother, Scott Smith and friend Nancy. Among other survivors are many wonderful nieces, nephews and family members.

Visitation will be held at Catagnus Funeral Home (1020 E. Philadelphia Ave., Gilbertsville, PA 19525) on Wednesday, August 28th from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Visitation will also be held at Good Shepherd UCC (35 W. Philadelphia Ave, Boyertown, PA 19512) on Thursday, August 29, 2024 from 9:00 am – 10:45 am. A service will begin at 11:00 am. Burial will follow at Limerick Garden of Memories (44 Swamp Pike, Limerick, PA 19468).

Donations can be made to Chestnut Knoll Home Care (137 Montgomery Ave, Boyertown, PA 19512), Boyertown Lions Club (PO Box 1141., Boyertown, PA 19512) or Good Shepherd UCC (35 W. Philadelphia Ave, Boyertown, PA 19512) in Karl’s memory.

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Karl was an outstanding man, a community leader, a sports enthusiast, and the epitome of what makes the Boyertown community a special place. He will be greatly missed and all those who knew him are better people because of their contact with him.

~ Joe McGlinchey Gilbertsville, PA
8/30/2024 5:52:31 PM

Karl was an outstanding man and a man with great leadership qualities. One could always count on Karl to speak up where others would remain silent. Karl and his wife Donna raised a beautiful family with the same good morals and upstanding principals as he had --a family of which he had to be very proud of. Our condolences go out to his wonderful family. He was truly a wonderful man and will be missed by the whole community.

~ Jeannie and David Mammarella Boyertown, PA
8/30/2024 9:35:02 AM

My condolences to the entire Stauffer family. I remember working with Karl at Morysville Body Works. Karl was a good guy. Donna, take care and I know he will be missed .

~ Anthony Fiala
8/29/2024 3:28:27 PM

Donna,
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Love never dies.
Peace &Love,
Kathy Flicker

~ Kathy Flicker
8/29/2024 9:10:54 AM

My condolences to the family as my family has known your family for many many years. He lived across the street from my grandfather, John Renninger, who was a friend of Tom Smith. So sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace

~ Beth Reinert
8/29/2024 12:54:11 AM

Karl was a true gentleman. You will surely be missed my friend. Rest in peace. My condolences to the entire Stauffer family.

~ Matthew Robb
8/28/2024 6:46:39 AM

Thinking of Donna and family, Karl was a friend of our family and the most dedicated person I know ,to his job,sports & family. We would receive a card every year on the anniversary of the purchase of our home ! We will miss talking to him & seeing him at Boyertown wrestling matches . Our deepest sympathy & prayers to all the family. Brenda & Rod Norman

~ Brenda
8/27/2024 2:37:49 PM

My condolences to the entire family. His number one priority was his family which is what I admired most about him. He always supported the community in many ways. I will always remember his kindness, fairness and helpfulness. Karl will be missed by all.

~ Connie Dolansky
8/27/2024 1:12:19 PM

Donna & Family,
I was truly sorry to hear about Karl's passing. He was a true pillar in the Boyertown community. Over the years our paths crossed infrequently, but when they did, he always greeted me with a smile and a firm handshake. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

~ Scot Dapp
8/26/2024 5:08:40 PM

Dear Donna & Family:

We are truly sorry to hear about Karl's passing. He did so much for the community and for us personally during his time with Zuber's. Always looked forward to our phone conversations between Thanksgiving and Christmas. He will certainly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers for God's mercy and grace during this difficult time.

~ Terry & Charlene Starr Georgetown, DE
8/26/2024 1:09:02 PM

There are not enough words to say. Karl was an amazing man. He helped with my parents home to sell. Painting etc. Above and beyond always! We will definitely miss him. Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Love,
John and Bobbi

~ Bobbi &John Golowski
8/26/2024 11:35:04 AM

Dear Donna and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of . Unfortunately, I am away for the week, so I will not be able to attend the funeral. But, please know that I will be thinking of you all.

~ Pat Renninger
8/26/2024 9:46:11 AM