Obituaries

Jul 1, 2025

Ellen G. (Stemmer) Macy, 93, wife of the late William J. Macy, passed away July 1, 2025 at the Phoenixville Hospital, with her loving family by her side.

She was a daughter of the late William A. and Viola (Daugherty) Stemmer.

Ellen had many hobbies; her favorite things to do were read and sew. She enjoyed talking politics and hearing others thoughts....

Jun 27, 2025

Jun 22, 2025

MaryAnn (Shala) Cook, wife of the Late Eugene Cook, passed away peacefully at her residence on June 22, 2025.

She was a daughter of the late Michael and Amelia (Zelinsky) Shala.

MaryAnn's greatest love was her family; spending time with them meant everything to her. She enjoyed her trip to the casino, crocheting and traveling.

MaryAnn leaves behind her memories to be cherished...

Jun 20, 2025

Anna M. (Ondo) Washko, 94, wife of the late Andrew R. Washko formally of Douglassville, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025 at Manatawny Manor surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Pottstown, PA she was the daughter of the late George and Mary (Fedor) Ondo.

Anna was a devote Catholic parishioner of Holy Trinity R.C.C., Pottstown and was an active member...

Jun 18, 2025

Joseph J. Lipko Sr, 88, husband of Patricia (Kane) Lipko, passed away June 18, 2025 at the Phoenixville Hospital. Joe and Patsy recently celebrated 48 years of marriage.

He was the son of the late Joseph S. and Rosalie (Olock) Lipko. He is survived by his sister Joanne (Lipko) Marcheskie.

Along with his wife, Joe leaves behind his memories to be cherished...

Jun 7, 2025

Margaret A. (Hilborn) Steffey, 85, wife on the late Paul D. Steffey, passed away on June 7, 2025 at the Lehigh Valley Hospital.

She was a daughter of the late Emma Lyn Hilborn, Carl Hilborn Sr and step-mother Ruth Hilborn

Margaret worked many jobs throughout her life; she worked at the Gudebrod Thread factory, drove a school bus, worked at Douglassville Hotel,...

Jun 3, 2025

Con profundo amor y una tristeza que abraza el alma, la familia de Mario González anuncia su partida física el pasado 3 de junio de 2025, en el Hospital de Abington, Estados Unidos. Aunque su cuerpo descansa, su espíritu seguirá vivo en cada recuerdo, cada historia contada, cada sonrisa que deje huella en quienes lo conocieron.

Mario nació el 1 de...

May 31, 2025

Theresa M. (Quinter) Reinert, 93, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at the Pottstown Hospital while surrounded by her loving family.

She was a daughter of the late George and Rose (Fox) Quinter.

Theresa enjoyed doing puzzles, gardening, reading and crossword puzzles. She loved spending time with her grandkids and great grandkids. Theresa always looked forward to family vacations to the...

May 28, 2025

Katherine M. "Kathy" (Millea) Stamm, 77, of Pottstown, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025, at Pottstown Hospital, surrounded by love.

Born to the late Thomas and Mildred (Ring) Millea, Kathy was a vibrant, generous spirit whose warmth touched everyone she met. She had a heart as big as her beloved kitchen, where she found her greatest joy—cooking Italian meals for...

May 27, 2025

Benedeto O'Daniell came into this world on August 8, 2014, born in an ambulance parked outside his mother's home. The Fetal Diagnostic Team said that his surviving birth would be highly unlikely and nothing short of a miracle. They were absolutely correct—but not in the way they meant. Every day, every minute, every second with Benedeto was that miracle. From...

May 23, 2025

May 22, 2025

Judith "Judy" (Nace) Eirich, 77, passed away on May 22, 2025 at Manatawny Manor, where she was a resident. She was the widow of the late Richard Eirich.

Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late George and Dorothy (Adolf) Nace. Judy built a career working as a legal secretary for a law firm in Center City. During retirement,...

May 21, 2025

Doris Yarmush, 89, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at the Pottstown Hospital. She was the loving wife of John "Ziggy" Yarmush, who passed in 1991.

Born in Cumru Township, she was the daughter of the late James and Mildred Bear. Doris worked as a receptionist for Stowe Family Practice for many years and was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran...

May 20, 2025

George C. Macomber Sr., 87, of Pottstown, passed away at Complete Care at Berkshire on May 20th, 2025.

George was born in Philadelphia, PA to his parents Frank and Anna Macomber. He was one of 15 kids, which included his sisters Dot, Joanna, Pauline, and Betty, and his brothers Curly, Frank, Harry, and Earl, among others.

George was a beloved staff member...

May 12, 2025

Sandra M. (Hildebrand) Crawford, 75, wife of the loving Eugene Crawford, passed away peacefully on Monday, May, 12, 2025 at the Reading Hospital.

She was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Miethke) Hildebrand.

Sandra had a love for music. She sung in guitar groups at past Churches and would always be watching the Spanish music channel. She enjoyed dancing; either...

May 11, 2025

Thomas M. "Tommy" Matthews, 71, passed away peacefully at his residence with his loving family by his side.

He was a son of the late Frederick P. and Helen (Lessig) Matthews Sr.

Tommy was employed at Mrs. Smith for over 20 years. When he finally retired, he got a part-time job delivering edible fruit arrangements to keep busy. He enjoyed spending time...

May 7, 2025

Melvin J. Olock, 84, husband of Patricia (Brennan) Olock, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.

He was a son of the late John and Magdalene{Helen} (Yanos) Olock.

A graduate of Pottsgrove High School, he worked the majority of his career with the United States Postal Service in Pottstown. In "retirement" he was a driver for the...

May 2, 2025

May 1, 2025

Gordon A. "Skip" Whitlock Jr, 67, husband of the loving Anita (Conway) Whitlock, passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025.

He was a son of the late Gordon and Dolores (Lupica) Whitlock Sr.

Skip was proud to serve his country in the US Navy. He married the love of his life Anita and had three beautiful children. Skip was very active in the...

Apr 30, 2025