Leah L. Reitz, 92, formerly of Annville, died Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, at StoneRidge Towne Centre. She was the wife of the late John R. “Jack” Reitz, who passed away in Aug. of this year.
Born in Middletown on Mar. 2, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Hervie and Mabel (Richwine) Shull. Leah was a homemaker, raising her five children. She enjoyed cooking, baking, sewing, and crocheting. She especially enjoyed flower gardening and loved spending time with her family.
Surviving is her children, John B. Reitz, husband of Randi, of Portage, PA, Roy R. Reitz, husband of Joyce, of Palmyra, Theresa L. George, wife of John, of Lebanon, Brenda L. Bowman, wife of Larry, of Lebanon, daughter-in-law, Deborah Reitz, of North Carolina; 16 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter; and sisters, Grayce Knapp and Marge Royer. She was preceded in death by her son, Larry Reitz, and several siblings.
Due to current circumstances, funeral services will be private. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Those wishing to view the 4 service online may do so at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 22. Visit www.kreamerfuneralhome.com, click on the Live Stream tab, and scroll down to click on the Annville location link.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Leah’s memory to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 42040, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.
