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Local Obituaries for Ambler, PA, Montgomery County & Surrounding Areas
Floyd E. Garis
Jun 8, 2026
Floyd E. Garis, 95, of Spring House and formerly of Maple Glen, passed away on June 8, 2026 at Spring House Estates.
Floyd was born on October 12, 1930 in Lambertville, NJ to the late Byron and Margaret Garis.
He briefly played football for Naval Academy before serving on Submarines in the Navy.
Mr. Garis was a well-known and accomplished teacher and coach...
John W. Farr, Jr.
May 31, 2026
John Whelen Farr, Jr., 97, of Lansdale, PA passed away on Sunday May 31, 2026.
John was born on January 5, 1929 in Philadelphia, PA to the late John W. Farr, Sr. and Amelia (Nichols) Farr.
John served honorably in the United States Navy and later served in the Army National Guard.
John was an entrepreneur dealing with investments and real estate.
He was...
Hiroko Manabe
May 15, 2026
Hiroko Manabe, 92, passed away on May 15, 2026, in Blue Bell.
Born in 1933, in Kyoto, Japan, Hiroko was the oldest of three daughters of Kōe and Tazue. Her stoic outlook and her open-minded, humorous, and can-do spirit carried her through the deprivations of wartime childhood and throughout the rest of her life.
Hiroko saw life as a great adventure. She...
Dolores Irwin Winters
Apr 28, 2026
Dolores, “ Dee” Irwin Wright Winters, 95, of Boca Raton, FL passed away peacefully on April 28th, in the early morning at Harnett Woods Nursing Home in Dunn, NC., after a brief illness.
She is survived by her three children and their spouses: Linda Wright Monds and her husband Kenneth Earl Monds of Dunn, NC; Raymond Reese Wright III and his...
Judith Ann Hahn
Apr 26, 2026
Judith Ann Hahn (84) of Ambler, Pa, passed away peacefully on April 26,2026 at Silverside Rehabilitation Center in Wilmington, DE with family members aside. Judy was born in Cleveland, Ohio to Carl and Anne Baeder on March 5, 1942. She attended various schools in Parma, Atlanta, and Framinghham. She married Robert D. Hahn, Sr. of Reading, Pa (deceased 2022) on...
Joseph R. Walton, Sr.
Apr 22, 2026
Joseph R. Walton, Sr., 90, of Warminster, PA passed away surrounded by family on April 22, 2026.
Joe was born on September 3, 1935 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Louis and Margaret (née Fisher). He spent his childhood in the Fishtown section of Philadelphia before moving to Horsham, PA as a teenager.
Joe graduated cum laude with a BS in accounting...
Bridgett J. Pitt
Apr 22, 2026
It is with deep love and profound sorrow that the family of Bridgett J. Pitt announces her peaceful passing on April 22, 2026, surrounded by the family she cherished. Born on April 7, 1940, Bridgett lived a life rich in love, laughter, and lasting bonds that will forever be felt by all who knew her.
Bridgett was preceded in death by...
Martha Bradley
Feb 28, 2026
Martha Bradley passed into eternal rest on February 28, 2026 at the age of 83. Martie was raised in Wissahickon Hills in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia and graduated from Roxborough High School. She moved to Lafayette Hill and took care of her parents until their passing. She returned to Roxborough and became an active member of Leverington Presbyterian Church...
James N. Rule
Feb 9, 2026
James Nobel Rule II, 87, of Ambler, Pennsylvania, passed away at home on February 9, 2026. He was born September 24, 1938 in Philadelphia, PA to William Thompson Rule and Marguerite Quickel Rule.
After graduating from Cheltenham High School James served in the U.S. Navy. Upon discharge he attended Temple University earning a degree in Engineering. James will be remembered for...
Stephen George Beckman
Feb 5, 2026
Stephen George Beckman (Steve), of Lansdale, PA, passed away on February 5, 2026, in Quakertown. He was 73 years old.
Steve was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to George and Mary Beckman on July 16, 1952. He was previously married to Susan Aiken-Beckman. He was “Dad” to his children, Lisa Bistline and her husband Jason; Beth Beckman and her husband Ryan...
William R. Brandreth
Jan 17, 2026
William (Bill) Rea Brandreth, a lifelong Philadelphia-area resident, passed away at his winter home in Bonita Springs, Florida, on January 17, 2026.
Bill was born on January 27, 1937, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late William Robert and Elizabeth (née Monaghan) Brandreth. He grew up in the West Oak Lane neighborhood of Philadelphia where he developed lasting friendships and delivered newspapers...
Sean Michael Kashon
Jan 16, 2026
Sean Michael Kashon, 29, passed away on January 16, 2026, leaving a legacy of kindness, curiosity, and an unforgettable spirit.
Sean's education at Wissahickon High School and Lehigh University serves as a foundation for a life defined by a relentless thirst for knowledge. He loved travel, history, and politics, leading him to be in the elected position of judge of elections,...
Mary Margaret Vokes
Jan 14, 2026
Mary Margaret Vokes, 80, of Ann’s Choice, and formerly a longtime resident of Ambler passed away on January 14, 2026 at Jefferson Abington Hospital.
Mary was born on September 3, 1945 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Charles and Mary (née Kelly) Nelligan. Though of humble beginnings, she went on to earn an associate’s degree from Manor College while working and...
Michael Fitzpatrick
Jan 9, 2026
Michael Fitzpatrick, 62, of Horsham, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at his home on January 9, 2026, following his diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in July. He was born on June 4, 1963, and grew up in Warminster, PA.Mike attended Archbishop Wood High School, where he excelled in wrestling and football, earning the nickname “Mad Dog”. He first attended Kutztown...
Kathy M. Gregorits
Dec 21, 2025
Kathy M. Gregorits, 82, of Malvern, PA, passed away on December 21, 2025.
Born to the late C. Paul and Alta Miller, Kathy was a graduate of the former John Harris High School, Class of 1961. She dedicated 35 years of service to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, retiring from the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue.
In addition to her parents, Kathy was preceded...
Thomas Houston Tyree
Dec 12, 2025
If you ever needed help, any kind of help, Tom Tyree was there – organizing a team, making a spreadsheet, and reminding everyone involved that they were, in fact, his favorite.
Thomas Houston Tyree, affectionately known as “Terrible Tom” (a title he bestowed upon himself), passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025, at Abington Hospital. He was 83 years old and...
Barbara C. Rose
Dec 5, 2025
Barbara C. Rose, beloved wife, mother, and Nana, passed away peacefully from complications of esophageal cancer, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on January 28, 1954, and in the 71 years she graced this world, Barb touched countless lives with her warmth, generosity, and boundless love.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Barry Rose, her three cherished children—Katrina...
Winnie Kreamer
Dec 3, 2025
Winnie Kreamer, age 86, of Ambler, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, in her home, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on August 16, 1939, in Philadelphia, Winnie was the daughter of Agnes (Flannery) and William Schuster. She attended Frankford High School and later married the love of her life, Robert H. Kreamer. Winnie and Bob shared a beautiful life...
Raymond Charles Organski
Nov 27, 2025
Raymond Charles “Chucky” Organski, 61, passed away on Thursday November 27, 2025 at Brookside Healthcare and Rehabilitation in Abington, PA.
He was born on October 25, 1964 in Norristown, PA to the late Raymond and Nola (née Dougherty) Organski.
He worked as a mechanic and truck driver. He also enjoyed tinkering with anything mechanical, particularly cars. Chuckie went to many local car...
Yousaf Masih
Nov 23, 2025
Yousaf Masih, 57, passed away early on the morning of Sunday November 23, 2025.
Yousaf was born on January 2, 1968 in Gujranwala, Pakistan to the late Ghulam and Nazir (née Bibi) Masih.
Yousaf was a member of Supplee Presbyterian Church in Maple Glen and worked in the environmental services department at Jefferson Abington Hospital.
He is survived by his wife, Waheed (née Bibi)...
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