Delvin Jay Slichter

Delvin “Jay” Slichter, 89, of Wernersville, formerly of Mohnton, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at the Reading Hospital.

He was the husband of Nancy B. (Bender) Slichter.

Born in Cedar Top, he was the son of the late Melvin H. and Cyloma (Ludwig) Slichter.

Jay was a graduate of the former Mohnton High School and the Wyomissing Polytechnic Institute.  He enlisted in the U.S. Army serving during the Korean War.  He was employed as a toolmaker for A.T. & T. for 28 years.  He was a member of Saint John’s Lutheran Church in Mohnton; Washington Camp # 211, P.O.S.A.; Lifetime membership in the Mohnton Fish & Game Assoc. and the former Cedar Top Fire Company.   He enjoyed hunting, gardening and golf.

Surviving in addition to his wife are two daughters, Brenda Slichter of Wernersville and Lisa Stettler of Sinking Spring.  Also surviving are two grandchildren Sara and Anna Stettler, and a brother, Melvin R. Slichter.

He was predeceased by a brother Noel Slichter and a sister, Corrine Wertz.

A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date

In Lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Diabetes Association.

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