OBITUARIES

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Ambler, PA, Montgomery County & Surrounding Areas

Barbara C. Rose

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

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

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

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)...

Barbara Ann Cassidy

Barbara Ann Cassidy

Nov 23, 2025

Barbara Ann Cassidy, 79, of Nanticoke, PA, and formerly a long-time resident of Ambler passed away at home surrounded by her family on November 23, 2025.

Barbara was born on January 26, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Walter and Ethel (née Butler) Thomas.

She worked for IMS as a manager of statistics systems in the drug industry. She enjoyed doing...

Kenneth J. Luttrell

Kenneth J. Luttrell

Nov 7, 2025

Kenneth John Luttrell, a resident of Bridgeport, passed away on November 7, 2025 at Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital.

Born on November 27, 1950 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Fred and Elvira (née Greco) Luttrell. He graduated from William Tennent High School before enlisting in the United States Navy. After being medically discharged, he went on to work as a parts...

Ernest Joseph Fox

Ernest Joseph Fox

Nov 6, 2025

Ernest (Ernie) Joseph Fox peacefully started his journey in Heaven to rejoice in reuniting with his beloved wife and son when he left his earthly body on November 6, 2025 Born on a farm in Springtown in Bucks County, PA he was the youngest son of Wilhemena (Vilma) and Alexander (Sandor) Fox. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of...

Christopher Burden

Christopher Burden

Nov 1, 2025

Christopher Michael Burden, of Horsham, passed away suddenly on Saturday November 1, 2025 at the age of 43.

Chris was born on November 17, 1981 in Philadelphia, PA to Theresa Burden and Alan Williams. He spent most of his childhood in the Warminster area, graduating from William Tennent High School. Chris went on to work as a machinist in the medical...

Dennis J. Gries

Dennis J. Gries

Nov 1, 2025

Dennis J. Gries, age 81 of Spring House, PA, passed away on November 1, 2025.

Born on April 7, 1944, in Philadelphia, PA, Dennis was the son of the late Hans B. and Francis P. (Neubart) Gries. He completed his BS from Temple and later a Masters from Drexel. He spent his entire career in accounting as a CPA. Dennis was...

Tam Au

Tam Au

Oct 9, 2025

Tam Au was a beloved mother and grandma who passed away on Thursday, October 9th at age 80. She received her college degree in Vietnam. Tam’s talents were many, she was extremely accomplished seamstress and a talented teacher. She was known for being independent and generous and kind woman. She is preceded in death by her husband Chueng K Lau....

Joseph Anthony Ciampa

Joseph Anthony Ciampa

Oct 5, 2025

Joseph Anthony Ciampa, 83, passed away surrounded by family on the evening of October 5, 2025.

He was born in Abington, PA on June 6, 1942 to the late Raphael and Esther (née Pileggi) Ciampa.

Following his graduation from Cheltenham High School, Joseph served honorably in the United States Air Force where he was stationed overseas in Germany and Turkey. He then...

Robert J. Gatenby

Robert J. Gatenby

Sep 30, 2025

Robert J. Gatenby, 67, of Willow Grove passed away on the morning of September 30, 2025.

Born on September 17, 1958 in Germantown Hospital to the late George and Emily (née Kerr) Gatenby. Bob graduated from Upper Dublin High School in 1976. He worked as an expeditor for three government contractors. Later in life he was an auto parts deliveryman.

Bob was...

Shirley L. Smith

Shirley L. Smith

Sep 26, 2025

Shirley L. Smith was a wonderful daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. She loved her family with her whole heart and soul, and her life was a beautiful testament to that love.

Shirley lived a full and meaningful life, achieving much along the way. One of her greatest passions was sewing, and her talent as a seamstress became one of her...

Ruth E. Grytko

Ruth E. Grytko

Sep 3, 2025

Ruth Edna (Grigger) Grytko, age 102, of Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, passed away on September 3, 2025, in Blue Bell. Previously, Ruth lived in Marlton and Haddon Heights, New Jersey. Ruth lived an amazingly long life and was quite healthy and strong until her sudden passing.

Ruth was born in Plymouth (Luzerne County), Pennsylvania to John and Mary (Madash) Grigger on December...

John Howard Vogel, Sr.

John Howard Vogel, Sr.

Aug 30, 2025

John “Jack” Howard Vogel Sr., 82, passed away in Fort Washington, PA on August 30, 2025.

He was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Carl and Dorothy (née Ivy) Vogel.

Following his graduation from Olney High School in 1961, Jack enlisted with the United States Air Force and served honorably for four years as an airborne radar technician. He then went...

Wayne Bruce Thompson

Wayne Bruce Thompson

Aug 25, 2025

It is with both sadness at his death and gratitude that he was part of our lives that we share the news of the passing of our husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, mentor, Wayne Bruce Thompson.

Bruce’s spirit left this earth at home surrounded by his immediate family. His was a long goodbye after his diagnosis of cancer over three years...

Mary C. McNally

Mary C. McNally

Jul 30, 2025

Mary C. McNally, 87, of Oreland, passed away on Wednesday July 30, 2025 at Chestnut Hill Hospital.

She was born on September 23, 1937 in Brookings, South Dakota to the late Loren and Lorna (née Stookey) Donelson. When she was a young girl she moved with her family to the Philadelphia area and spent most of her childhood living in Ambler.

In...

Randa Roess Sutch

Randa Roess Sutch

Jul 20, 2025

Randa Roess Sutch, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Normandy Farms Estates, surrounded by the warmth of her family. She was 86.

Born on March 2, 1939 in Oil City, Pennsylvania, Randa was the cherished daughter of the late Joseph Randolph and Julia (née Snyder) Roess. She graduated from Swarthmore High...

Dolores M. Hallman

Dolores M. Hallman

Jul 16, 2025

Friends and family grieve the loss of their beloved, Dolores M. Hallman, of Chalfont, PA, on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Suffering from Alzheimer’s insidious grip, she passed away, peacefully at home, holding her children’s hands. She had recently celebrated her 92nd birthday with family.

Dolores Louise Mauger sprang into the world in Pottstown, PA, on July 2, 1933. Born to the...

Dorothee Lois Pepper

Dorothee Lois Pepper

Jul 11, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothee Lois Pepper, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, who left us on July 11, 2025, at the age of 82.



Dorothee, affectionately known as Dottie or Dot, was born on September 21, 1942, in Abington, Pennsylvania, and spent most of her life living in Horsham and later...