William Plasha, 84, of Kempton, died at home Aug. 23, 2025. He was the husband of the late Janet M. Plasha, who died in 2003. He spent the last 16 years with his beloved significant other, Mary Buckwalter. Born in Pottsville, he was the son of the late Michael and Helen (Luzusky) Plasha.

He was a 1959 graduate of Clifton Heights High School. He worked as a union steamfitter for MBR Mechanical in Blandon for 23 years, until retirement. He was involved in his community, giving his time and energy to several organizations that were close to his heart. He was a member of New Bethel Church in Kempton. He was a member of the Kempton Rod and Gun Club and a lifetime member of Slatington Skeet Club, where he enjoyed spending time with friends in nature, whether hunting, fishing or simply soaking in the beauty of the outdoors.

He dedicated much of his life to his profession as a member of Steamfitters Local 420. He was also a member of Huguenot Lodge 377-F&AM in Kutztown and Reading Consistory and Rajah Shrine, both in Reading.

In addition to his significant other, he is survived by his sons, William M. (Amy), of Raleigh, N.C. and Bruce A., of Andreas; daughter, Bernadette M. (Glen) Leibensperger, of Kempton; six grandchildren, Lorelei and Samantha, Kara (Jesse) Kegarise, Evan Leibensperger and his companion, Ashley Kuhns and April and Brandon; three great-grandchildren; brother, Dennis (Donna), of Medford Lakes, N.J.

He was predeceased by siblings, Michael and John and Sandra O’Meara; stepdaughter, Debbie S. Buckwalter.

His funeral service will be held noon Aug. 30 in the Nester Funeral Home, 8405 Kings Highway, New Tripoli. Masonic rites will precede the funeral 11:45 a.m., with visitation 11-11:45 a.m.

The family requests donations be made in his honor to the Kempton Lions Club and/or Shriners Children’s Hospital, sent to the funeral home address above.

Online condolences recorded at www.NesterFuneralHome.com.