David Ralph Breneiser

David Ralph Breneiser, affectionately knows as “Big D”, 62, died in his Reading residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was the loving husband of Debora Ann (Bender) Breneiser, to whom he was married September 22, 2007.

Born November 13, 1954 in Reading, he was a son of the late Ralph B. Breneiser and Violet (Petchesky) Spracklin.

David was a 1972 graduate of Reading High School.  He was also a graduate of Berks Technical Institute, where he earned an associate’s degree in applied science.

He was employed for 29 ½ years with Penn Optical as a machine operator and delivery driver, retiring in 2002, where he was union President for the local Penn Optical Employees for many years.

Dave was a life member of the Ivy Leaf Association, Reading.

He enjoyed traveling and was an avid Eagle’s fan.

Dave was also a member of the Rajah Shriners, Blandon.

Surviving, in addition to his wife, are his three daughters: Crystal, wife of Rob M. Blessing of Spring Township; Tina M., wife of L.A. Jones of Reading and Lori A. Pflum of Cumru Township and daughter-in-law, Catherine A. Fryberger of Curmu Township and his brother, Edward R., husband of Brenda Breneiser of Exeter Township and his brother-in-law, Gerald A. Bender, Sr.

Other survivors include his six grandchildren: Tyler, Jaycob, Robbie, Ayden, Brandon and Michael; his special niece, Alexus Grande and a special friend, Brian Gilbert.

There are also many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews surviving.

Dave will be sadly missed by his faithful companion Jazz.

Services will be Thursday at 1 p.m. in Stitzel Family Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale.  A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service.  Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society, 498 E. Bellevue Avenue, Reading, PA 19605.

For online condolences, visit www.StitzelFamilyFuneralHomes.com.