Andrew M. Kunkel, 41, of Reading, died Aug. 22, 2026, at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Muhlenberg in Bethlehem.

He made the selfless decision to be an organ and tissue donor through Gift of Life.

Born in Reading, he was the beloved son of Richard K. Kunkel, Jr. and Kathleen M. (Schnell) Kunkel of Lenhartsville.

He worked as a data center lab technician for Kaseya U.S. LLC in Breinigsville.

He was a 2003 graduate of Kutztown Area High School and went on to earn an associate degree in I.T. Support from Berks Technical Institute in Wyomissing.

He had a passion for coaching and giving back to his community.

In 2021, he coached his daughter’s and son’s soccer teams at Schuylkill Valley before later coaching the U12 boys’ team for Fleetwood Youth Soccer Club.

He also spearheaded the formation of the skatepark project at Kutztown Community Skatepark.

He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion at Topton.

He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, snowboarding, freeboarding, skateboarding, and, most of all, spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his children, Cameron M. Kunkel and Alexa R. Kunkel, both at home; his brother, Kenneth R. (Christine) Kunkel of Kutztown; his companion, Rachelle Brutto of Reading; a nephew, Christopher W. Kunkel; and a niece, Catherine J. Kunkel.

His beloved cat, Baxter, was a constant and cherished companion for 16 years. He passed away just one week before Andrew.

A memorial service was held Aug. 28, at Nester Funeral Home, New Tripoli, with Pastor Keith Rohrbach officiating.

Private interment followed at New Bethel Church Cemetery in Kempton.

Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to Fleetwood Youth Soccer Club, c/o P.O. Box 117, Fleetwood, PA 19523.

Online condolences may be recorded at NesterFuneralHome.com.