Ronald H. Kehl, 89

Ronald H. Kehl, 89, husband of Janet Kehl, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at his residence.

Born in Bechtelsville, PA, he was the son of the late Henry and Emily (Kuser) Kehl.

Ronald owned and operated Kehl’s Auto Service on Route 100 and Main Street Bechtelsville, PA for many years. Ronnie was a modified stock car enthusiast, owner and partner of the #10 race car. He was a member of the Fairgrounds Racing Historical Society and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2014.

Ronald was a devoted fireman, serving as Fire Chief for Bechtelsville Fire Co. and Treasurer of Eastern Berks Fire Department. He was an avid boater and fisherman in Cape May, New Jersey, where he liked to spend his summers piloting his boats Nixbesser and All Fired Up.

Surviving in addition to his wife Janet, is a son, Rick A. Kehl, husband of Carole; daughters Deborah K. Rhoads, wife of Jeffry C.; Christine Latch, wife of Robert; Kathy L. Hoffman, wife of Daniel W.; Angela K. Oswald, wife of William L.; grandchildren Matt Kehl, Mandy Currier, Benjamin Rhoads, Emily and Rob Latch, and Shane and Zachary Levengood. 12 grandchildren, and a brother, Dennis Kehl. He was predeceased by his sister, Verna Stengel.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 8th, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1749 South Main St. Bechtelsville, PA. Service will begin at 10:30 a.m. Luncheon will follow service at Bechtelsville Fire Co. Social Hall, 1817 North Main Street Bechtelsville, PA

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ronald’s memory to the Bechtelsville Fire Company, 1817 North Main Street, Bechtelsville, PA 19505, or The Bally Community Ambulance, 537 Chestnut Street, Bally, PA 19503.

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I am deeply sorry for your loss and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

~ Molly Lorenz
2/27/2025 10:36:54 AM

Aunt Janet, Rick, Deb, Chris, Kathy and Angel. So sorry to hear of Uncle Ronald's passing. I hope your memories of all of the times with him will ease some of your pain during your grieving process. He was a loving and giving man to his family and to his community. I have cherished memories from Kehl's Arco flag football team. My Dad was able coach a great, successful team because of the generosity of Uncle Ronald sponsoring the team. I still have my Dad's jersey and his jacket that I'll never part with. Rest in Peace Uncle Ronald.

~ Dawn Davis Bechtelsville, PA
2/27/2025 9:06:15 AM

Note my mistake, above. I meant to say Kehl family.

~ William Rohrbach Baldwinsville, NY
2/26/2025 10:21:53 PM

Ronnie was a great guy who selflessly gave of himself to the Bechtelsville community for many years. He will be missed and never forgotten. Deepest heartfelt sympathy to the zähl family.

~ William Rohrbach Baldwinsville, NY
2/26/2025 10:15:17 PM

Condolences to the family of Ron, both by blood a n d by red, may you all find resolve in your mourning and find peace in Ron's peace and eternal perpetual light shining upon him. He was a generous servant of his Savior as he walked out his time on earth. May his Rest be Peaceful and Blessed!

~ Dave Franke Blandon, PA
2/26/2025 9:07:43 PM

Kathy and Angela, my deepest sympathy to you and your families with love.

~ Julie Kerr Shappell
2/26/2025 8:53:49 PM

My condolences to his family and friends. Always remember the #10 cars that he had!!

~ Michael Shaub
2/26/2025 8:39:21 PM

My sincere condolences to the family

~ James Rhoads
2/26/2025 8:37:33 PM

So sorry for your loss. Take solace in the fact he is at peace now

~ Dean Hoffman
2/26/2025 8:29:14 PM

My sincere condolences to the family!

~ Tim Eshbach
2/26/2025 7:49:49 PM