Roland K. Gottshall, age 93, husband of Barbara (Wagner) Gottshall, of Royersford, PA, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 in the Pottstown Hospital. Born on August 7, 1931 in Limerick Township, he was a son of the late Anna (Knause) and and Edwin K. Gottshall.
Along with his wife of 73 years, he is survived by his daughter, Rosalind Lively of Pottstown and his son, J. Bryan Gottshall, husband of Donna, of Limerick Township; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by an infant son; sisters, Marie, Dorothy, Evelyn, Marion, Grace; and brothers, Edwin and Walter.
Roland was employed in the advertising department of the Pottstown Mercury for 35 years. Following retirement, he worked as a casual driver for John Kennedy Lincoln Mercury for over 20 years.
Roland enjoyed Indianapolis car racing, traveling, and collecting many antique cars. He was also proud of the four houses her built.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service at Cattermole-Klotzbach Funeral Home, 600 Washington Street, Royersford, PA on Monday, January 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM. Officiating will be Rev. Leah Woehr-Grande. Burial will follow in the Fernwood Cemetery, Royersford, PA. Friends will be received from 10:30 AM-11:00 AM at the funeral home on Monday morning. Arrangements are being handled by the Cattermole - Klotzbach Funeral Home, Royersford, PA. Condolences may be offered online at www.RoyersfordFuneralHome.com.