Ø   Dolores LaRue (Clements) Estela , 71, was the daughter of the late Myrtle LaRue (Bartman) Templin of Pottstown and James M. Clements Sr. of Illinois.   Early in life she worked for Bell of Pa. and Ellis Answering Service in Pottstown.   She worked several other jobs in Lebanon, including Martin's Grocery Store.   Also, before becoming ill, she worked for a group home and did catering with her companion, Luke Burkholder. She also called Bingo.

Ø   Teresa Maria Yergey - Class of 1975 - Teresa lived for her family and for others. She devoted her life to her children, Zachary and Alyssa Yergey, and to her husband and childhood sweetheart, Robert Yergey.   Teresa's greatest gifts, both as a person and as a mother, were her strength and compassion.   She lived for others and, even in death, gave the Gift of Life to many people.   An avid reader and thinker, Teresa was an artist, a lover of music and of dogs.   She enjoyed both the solace of reading a good book and the excitement of a Philadelphia Phillies game.

Ø   Paul F. "Fritz" Drauschak - Class of 1951 - was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Pottstown.   Employed by Firestone Tire and Rubber of Pottstown and Occidental Petroleum Company, Fritz was affectionately known as "Robin Hood."   He worked there for 43 years until retiring in 1995.   Mr. Drauschak was a member of the Scottish Rite Consistory of Reading, Pa. and the Stichter Lodge F & AM #254 of Pottstown.   He served as a poll monitor of Lower Pottsgrove.   He was a member of the Pottstown Elks Club and President of the former Lower Pottsgrove Optimist Club.   Fritz also enjoyed to volunteer for the Pottstown Religious Cluster and was known as an avid sportsman and baseball coach as well as a gardener and artist.

Ø   Ann J. Beynon , 76, was the wife of the late PA State Trooper Charles H. Beynon Sr. and to whom she was married nearly 48 years.   Born June 12, 1935, in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late W. Joseph "Pete" and K. Florence (Monroe) Sosa. There, Ann was a member of St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church, attended Reading Central Catholic, and graduated from Pottstown High School.   As a young woman, she worked for Bell Telephone, Honeywell, and The Philco Corporation. After her marriage to Charles, they moved to the Bath area, raised their children, and became very involved in the community.   She was a member of the Jaycee Wives, she went with her daughter on Girl Scout activities, participated in her son's Scouting activities, joined the Big "N" Band Boosters, and supported all of her family's comings and goings. She camped and traveled with her family along the East Coast.   Ann went back to work at the former Guardian Photo in Catasauqua to help put her children through college, and later retired from there. Ann loved gardening, cooking, sewing, crafting, and being with her family. She learned American Sign Language. She taught her children the importance of God, family, and community.   Ann was fortunate to have the opportunity to travel throughout Europe and cruise to the Caribbean and in Alaska.   Most recently she traveled to Ireland, Scotland, England, and France.   Ann was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Stiles.

Ø   Kenneth W. Saylor Jr. , Lt. Colonel, Air Force, Retired - Class of 1950. While in school Mr. Saylor participated in football and track and was named as a high school All American in football. He went on to attend Fresno State College (University) on a football scholarship and graduated with a degree in business. He later attended the University of Tennessee where he received a Master of Science degree in educational administration.   Following graduation from Fresno State College he entered the Air Force from which he retired in the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in 1978 after 23 years service. Among his duties while in the Air Force were tours in the Office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, as Director of Administration for the Alaskan Air Command, as security officer in the Air Force satellite photography program, as commander of various squadrons and as Professor of Aerospace Studies at Newberry College, Newberry, South Carolina. Following retirement from the Air Force he worked as Aerospace Education Instructor in Warner Robins High School, GA, prior to returning to Pottstown.   After returning to Pottstown he was the first director of the Pottstown Governor's Veterans Outreach and Assistance Center.   He later became a central office administrator in the Pottsgrove School District from which he retired in 1994.   Mr. Saylor was an active member of New Hanover Lutheran Church.   He was also a member of the Disable Veterans of America, the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Retired Officer Association. He served in the United Way of the Pottstown and Upper Perkiomen Areas where he was president of the board three times.   He also served as a member of the Spring-Ford area Youth Assistance Panel and as a Red Cross volunteer.

Ø   Lance Cpl. Ronny Odom II , he was the only child of the late Cherye Remel Smith. Ronny attended both the Glennie Ford Day Care and Little Peoples prior to his initial elementary school experience. His elementary school experiences included Larchwood SDA Elementary, Philadelphia; Mount Sinai SDA Elementary, Trenton, NJ, and Pine Forge SDA Elementary School, Pine Forge. Ronny matriculated through Pottstown High School and began working at the Rupert Elementary School's after school program. Later he was hired at the Rickets Center, working with Mount Olivet Boy's and Girl's Clubs. Ronny loved children and would work and play with them every chance he would get. Ronny attended the Seventh-day Adventist Church with his mother and his grandparents. Ronny was a member of the United States Marine Corp. He entered service on June 1, 2010, and left service at January 10, 2012. He was assigned to Company B - Marine Barracks in Washington, DC.

Ø   Donald L. Merkel - Class of 1965 - Born in Pottstown, he was a son of the late Warren Merkel and the late Emma (Hoffman) Merkel. Donald worked at Pottsgrove Metal Finishers in Stowe for 45 years as a chrome plater.   He was a member of Pike Township Sportsmen's Association.   He enjoyed collecting toy trains and attending auctions and flea markets.

Ø   Douglas E. Moser, Jr. - Class of 1953 - He was the husband of the late Marilyn S. (Mollard) Moser and loving companion of Carol A. Keenan.   Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Douglas E. Moser, Sr. and Mabel (Miller) Moser.   Mr. Moser was a 1953 graduate of Pottstown High School, where he excelled at basketball.   For over 46 years, he umpired junior high, high school, and legion baseball in the greater Pottstown area.   A Marine Veteran, he served his country in the Korean War.   He was a production supervisor for the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company for over 24 years.   He then worked for the Rockwood Spring Water Company in delivery and eventually in the office.

Ø   Kathryn B. Poremba - Class of 1945 - 84, she was the wife of Albin G. Poremba, with whom she shared 63 years of marriage. Born in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late Maurice Poremba and Rosa (Bieber) Stauffer. Surviving in addition to her loving husband, Albin G. Poremba, are one grandchild, Allison Hicks of Pottsville, and two great-grandchildren, Cayla Crespo and Anthony Crespo.

Ø   Dorothy M. Kritz - Class of 1940 - She was the wife of the late James F. Kritz who died in 1970. For many years, she worked in the human resource/business office of Ursinus College, retiring in 1985. A member of St. Aloysius Church, Pottstown, she was a Eucharistic Minister, greeter and 25 year member of the church choir. Mrs. Kritz organized the Seminary and Catholic Charities collections, and delivered church bulletins to shut-ins. In earlier years, she was involved with Girl Scouting as a troop leader. She was a member of the Third Order Secular Carmelites and the Montgomery County Association for the Blind. Her interests included playing bridge and handcrafts including knitting, sewing and crocheting.

Ø   Michael J. Olock - Class of 1946 - Mike was a member of St. John the Baptist Byzantine Catholic Church in Pottstown.   From an early age he exhibited a passion and talent for music, playing his beloved bass fiddle for 68 years. Mike also enjoyed dancing during his retirement years. He was a former president of the Pottsgrove Boosters Club and was a familiar face for many years at Pottsgrove sporting events. He was the unofficial mayor of the Pottstown McDonald's, where he spent many mornings after he retired with his dear friends. Mike proudly served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He worked for Ogden Foods at the former Doehler-Jarvis Company in Stowe.   He later worked as a custodian for the Pottsgrove School District.

Ø   Elizabeth "Betty" L. (O'Dell) Rowland - Class of 1937 - Born November 15, 1919 in Pottstown, she was the daughter of Wilbert F. and C. Estelle (Kochel) O'Dell Sr.   Betty attended St. Aloysius grade school and was a 1937 graduate of Pottstown High School. Betty worked at Annabel's China & Gift Store and Joseph W. Moyer, Jewelry and Gifts. She was a Buyer/Coordinator for Engle Jewelry Store.   She was a parishioner of St. Aloysius R.C.C. and former member of Brookside Country Club.   She enjoyed bridge and was a member of several clubs.

Ø   Harriet Ann Anderson - Class of 1935 - Born in Pottstown in 1916, she was the daughter of George O’Dell and Edna (Geist) O’Dell.   She worked as a supervisor at the Bell Telephone Company, Pottstown until her husband was discharged from the Army.   After returning to Pottstown in 1976, to care for brothers George and Tom, she worked at Ellis Answering Service.   Harriet enjoyed her life.   She had many happy stories about growing up in Pottstown and made good friends throughout her life.

Ø   Gwendolia Mae Miller - Class of 1944 - Gwennie, as she was affectionately known, was a member of the Bethel AME Church in Pottstown for over 75 years serving as vice-chairperson of the Steward Board, church school superintendent for over 20 years, stewardess, trustee, missionary, church school teacher, and choir member.   She was a former member of the PA Eastern Star and Church Women United, serving as president for over 30 years.   She loved baking and cooking for her family and friends.   She was an inspiration to all and will be deeply missed.

Ø   Marilyn A. Higgins - Class of 1972 - On a warm, beautiful January day, with the sun shining on the Quabbin Hills off her deck in Belchertown, MA, Marilyn A. Higgins died at home from complications of plasma cell leukemia, an aggressive form of blood cancer. Mrs. Higgins was known as Coach Higgins to thousands of students, Mimi to Ava and Ryan, her grandkids, and just plain Marilyn to all her friends and buddies. Born in Indianapolis, February 15, 1954, an Army brat, Marilyn spent her first two years in Germany, and then returned stateside to her father's hometown of Pottstown. She attended Pottstown schools, and received her Bachelors and Masters degree from Springfield College. She completed her undergrad from Springfield in three years with high honors. Marilyn taught in the Belchertown Schools for over 25 years and coached at Belchertown High School for over 40 seasons. Marilyn was awarded her district's Pioneer in Women's Sports award, was given two separate honors from the Connecticut Valley Soccer officials, one for sportsmanship and another for professional contributor to the game. Marilyn is survived by her husband of almost 37 years, Christopher, and her two children Katharine Higgins-Shea and her husband, Christopher Shea of Belchertown, MA, and son Christopher Higgins of Northampton, MA; sister, Joan Daly and her husband, Pat Daly of Stowe; her mother, Lucille Williams of Greenville, SC; sister-in-law, Susan Donnelly of Cambridge, MA; brother-in-law Peter Higgins and his wife, Kristina Higgins of Melrose, MA; sister-in-law, Mary Jane Higgins of Boston; brother-in-law, Tim Higgins and his wife, Diane Higgins of Southborough MA, and sister-in-law, Amy Tull and her husband, David Tull of Duxbury, MA, as well as 12 nieces and nephews and three great nephews. Marilyn lived an active lifestyle and was a tennis player out of the Ludlow Tennis Club, where she played USTA league teams for 25 years. She loved to hike, swim, snorkel and bike. She loved to travel and could plan a trip as well as any travel agent. She loved her four legged personal trainers, her dogs, Maggie and Millie, still living at home in Belchertown.

Ø   William C. Albright Jr. - Class of 1955 - William continued his education at Temple University, receiving a degree in accounting.   Mr. Albright was an accountant and over the span of his career worked for the Stanley G. Flagg & Company, Inc.; Jones Motor Company; Firestone Tire & Rubber Company; U.S. Government, Division of Defense and Aviation Supply Office, both in Philadelphia; Walter F. Schwab Co., Inc.; Wood Naturally; and driver for TriCounty Transit Service, Inc.   Mr. Albright was a long-standing active member of St. John's United Church of Christ, Pottstown, where he served as a deacon, elder, sang in choir, president of consistory, treasurer of consistory and taught senior high Sunday school.   He served as chairman of Upper Pottsgrove Municipal Authority, on the Pottsgrove School Board for 12 years, including teacher contract negotiating committee and athletic committee.   He also served as board treasurer for 10 years.   For several years, he sang with the Pottstown Jubilaires Barbershop Chorus.

Ø   Florence Arlene (Seasholtz) Nester , 75.   She was the wife of the late James Earl Nester. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Florence (Heck) Seasholtz. Mrs. Nester attended Pottstown High School.   She was a stockroom/mailroom manager for I.C.I., formerly of Valley Forge.   She enjoyed bird watching, fishing and boating on the Delaware Bay and was an accomplished seamstress.

Ø   Charles "Chuck" E. Klaus - Class of 1945 - While in school he was an outstanding member of the PHS basketball and track teams.   He was a member of St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church in Pottstown. He was a former member of the Maria Assunta Lodge, Pottstown.   A U.S. Army veteran of World War II, he served in Germany, where he witnessed the historical Nuremberg War Trials, as well as climbed the Alpspitze Mountains.   Following his tour of duty, he spent four years in the Pennsylvania National Guard.   He attended Wagner College in New York, and Ursinus College in Collegeville. He worked for Doehler Jarvis, General Electric (during the space program years), Mrs. Smith's Pie Company, and retired from Dana Corporation.   Chuck was an avid Philadelphia sports fan and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.   “Chuck" to his wife and friends, "Dad" to his two sons, and "Poppy" to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, he will be greatly missed for his humor, wisdom, and amazing stories.

Ø   Robert C. Foxx , also known as "Captain Bob".   He was born in Pottstown, Pa. Sept. 13, 1946, son of the late Robert and Elizabeth Jane (Fritz) Foxx, Mr. Foxx graduated from Pottstown Senior High School and enlisted in the United States Army; he was honorably discharged from the service after two tours of duty in Vietnam.   Following the military, he worked 16 years with the Pottstown School District in the maintenance and grounds department. Mr. Foxx also worked for several years at the Gudebrod Inc. in Pottstown as a braiding supervisor and salesman. In 1997 he was able to pursue his lifelong affair with water and received his boat captain's license. For several years, Mr. Foxx operated his own private boat charter, "I'm Foxxy." He then took on his ultimate assignment as "Big Captain" of the "Sea Gypsy V" for the Pirates of Lewes in Lewes Harbor – he loved the role of "Big Captain."   Mr. Foxx was a longtime member of various organizations in the Pottstown area including: The Empire Hook & Ladder Fire Company, Masonic Stichter Lodge No. 254, Lodge Council Chapter consistory in Valley of Reading, Pa. Mr. Foxx was a man with many, varied interests, some of which were tinkering with trains, woodworking in his shop, hunting, motorcycles, collecting guns, fishing, and even playing the drums for 20-plus years with "Just Friends." He loved to tell stories and had a quick wit but, above all else, he loved his family. He was an unwavering husband, father, best friend, and captain who lived life to its fullest; he will be missed by all who knew him.

Ø   Sara Catherine (Connell) Hoffman - Class of 1945 - She was the wife of the late Francis Daniel (Charles) Hoffman.   Born in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late James Paul and Jennie (Kline) Connell.   She was an administrative assistant for Mrs. Smith Pie Company.

Ø   Alvin H. Baudot , 91 - Class of 1938 - He was the husband of Nancy (Bliem) Baudot. Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Alvin F. Baudot and Lillian (Schuefert) Baudot.   After completing high school, Mr. Baudot went on to serve his country in the United States Army with the 2nd Division during WWII.   Mr. Baudot and the rest of his 2nd division were instrumental in landings at Normandy, and fought bravely in the Battle of the Bulge. Mr. Baudot is a recipient of the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart for his services.   After his service to his country, he later went to work for the Spicer Company (Formally Dana Corporation).   He then worked for the United States Postal Service for 33 years obtaining the position of Postmaster.   Mr. Baudot was a member of the American Legion as well as a member of the Elks Lodge for 51 years.   Mr. Baudot was also an instrumental part of starting the North End Swim Club.

Ø   Jack Herbert Zellers - 91.   Mr. Zellers was born August 21, 1920 in Douglassville. He lived most of his life in Pottstown, graduating from Pottstown High School in 1939.   Mr. Zellers was a corporal in the Army Air Force from December 16, 1940 until his honorable discharge in June 1945. He was an airplane and engine mechanic in the South Pacific and Hawaii.   He was employed by Vaughan Knitting Mills in Pottstown, and in North Carolina as a maintenance man for the knitting mill equipment.   He also worked in the maintenance departments of Bethlehem Steel, Control Data, Mrs. Smith's Pies, and finally at the Pottstown Memorial Medical Center for 13 years until his retirement from PMMC in 1986.   Mr. Zellers enjoyed clock repair and clock making, woodworking, photography, making stained glass lamps and other stained glass objects.   He operated a small store at Zern's Market for many years, selling beer and wine making supplies as a part-time career in addition to his hobby as an avid beer and wine maker.   He and Jean were members of the Wally Byam Caravan Club for 20 years, traveling in their Airstream to most of the 50 states and to Canada.   He took up counted cross stitch while he traveled, earning several ribbons during Airstream craft competitions, and he enjoyed cooking later in life.

Ø   John C. Lachman - Class of 1941 - 88, of Charlevoix and Petoskey, MI, retired President of Hoskins Manufacturing Company, died Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012, at Boulder Park Terrace. He was born Oct. 26, 1923, in Pottstown, Pa., to the late Wellington "Duke" and Harriet A. (McLauglin) Lachman.   John graduated from Pottstown Senior High School in 1941.   He enlisted in the Marines during World War II and served in Japan during the Korean War.   On February 22, 1947, he married Agnes Sneddon in Pottstown, PA.   John worked for the General Electric Company during the late 1950s as a metallurgist.   In 1960, he joined Hoskins Manufacturing in Detroit, moving to Charlevoix in 1963 to become plant manager.   He was promoted to vice president of manufacturing for the United States, Europe and Canada.   John was an avid golfer, fly fisherman, and reader of numerous subjects, living a long fulfilling life with "no regrets."

Ø   Jessie V. Baker - Class of 1943 - Born in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late Ralph Baker and Pearl (Swinehart) Baker.   After graduating from Pottstown High School, Ms. Baker worked for Bell Telephone Company for more than 40 years.   She finally retired from her position as supervisor in 1986.   She enjoyed her retirement years by playing bingo, listing to music, shopping and trips to the casino.

Ø   Galen C. Royer Sr. , 85, widower of Dorothy M. (Bartchak) Royer, his wife of 62 years, Galen was first and foremost a devoted family man.   Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late J. Austin Royer and Tacy (Vanderslice) Royer.   He was a dedicated, lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church.   A 1944 graduate of Pottstown High School, he was also a U.S. Army veteran.   Galen founded Royer Optical Company in Pottstown and ran the business for over 40 years.   In a 1999 career change, he started Ben's Music, on Charlotte Street, Pottstown, and continued to operate it until his death. Galen will be remembered as a longtime local baseball player and enthusiast.   He was inducted into the Pottstown Chapter Sports Hall of Fame in 1995 .

Ø   James Joseph Psota , - Class of 1947 - He was born September 19, 1929 in Pottstown to Michael and Mary Ann (Gurba) Psota.   He attended the University of Alabama.   Master Sergeant James J. Psota served 21 years in the US Air Force, retiring in 1968 as a Legal Technician.   He then worked at Fireman's Fund Insurance Co. as a disability claims representative, as well as Aetna Insurance Co.   On May 3, 1965 he married Blanche R. "Peg" (McManus) and she preceded him in death in 2010.

Arlene J. Mest was born at home in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, on July 1, 1936 and attended the Pottstown High School in the early 1950's. She was the First Drum Majorette of the late Band Director William Schinstine.   She previously worked years ago at Food Fair/Pantry Pride supermarket, Zern's Farmer's Market (Gilbertsville Sales Stables), and was primarily a homemaker.   She was the wife of the late Ronald B. Mest, Sr.

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Ø   Donald O. MacNeil was 71 years of age. Born in Plymouth, N.H., he was the son of the late Allen Donald MacNeil and the late Laura Frances Hull MacNeil. Donald was a resident of Philadelphia for the past 31 years.   Master Sergeant MacNeil was an Air Force Jr. ROTC instructor at Pottstown Senior High School for the past 17 years, he had previously taught Jr. ROTC at Lincoln High School in Philadelphia. He was one of the founders of the Jr. ROTC Unit PA 951. He had been recognized by the Air Force with the Outstanding Organizational Award, as well as be awarded the Outstanding Instructor Badge.   Donald was the longest tenured Jr. ROTC instructor worldwide.   Mr. MacNeil was retired from the Air Force with 20 years of service as a Master Sergeant (E-7).   Donald was a member of St. Stephen's Lutheran Church in Feasterville.   He was an avid reader and enjoyed traveling.

 

Ø   On Monday, October 24, 2011 we planted a beautiful Japanese Maple Tree at Rupert Elementary School.   This tree was planted in memory Mrs. Carolyn Eckert .   Mrs. Eckert was one of our foster grandmothers, and passed away a few mothers ago.   She worked with our first grade students and touched all of our lives.   “Grand-mom” Eckert loved coming to Rupert each day, and spending her time with the students and staff.   She was a dedicated volunteer who is greatly missed.   The tree that was planted will serve as a constant reminder of the kindness and dedication that Mrs. Eckert displayed.   Thank you to Mrs. Eckert for helping to make Rupert a special place for our children.   Our local Target store donated the Japanese Maple Tree that was planted in honor of Mrs. Eckert.   They also donated a copy of the book The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein.   The book was signed by the staff at Rupert and given to the Eckert Family.   Thank you Target for supporting our school, and helping us honor a outstanding member of the Rupert Family.

   

Ø   Bill N. Giangiacomo , 81, North Coventry Twp.   Bill was the husband of the late Kathleen (Higgins) Giangiacomo.   Born in Pottstown, he was a son of the late Antonio and Antonietta (Ottaviano) Giangiacomo.   Mr. Giangiacomo was a graduate of St. Joseph's University, receiving a B.S. degree in Biology.   He earned a Master of Education Degree and a Bachelor of Laws Degree. He had an insatiable passion for learning and enjoyed reading and discussing politics, science, history and language.   He was dedicated to his own education and that of his children and grandchildren. Bill had a warm generous heart and wonderful sense of humor. For over 35 years, Bill was a high school science teacher at the Pottstown High School. He then served as Registrar of Wills for Chester County, PA, Parliamentarian - Pennsylvania State Wills and Clerks of Orphans Court Associates; Probate Judge - 15th Judicial District of PA; and Past Grand Knight - Father Bally Council of the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Giangiacomo was an active member of the Republican Party of Chester County.

 

Ø   Georgine (Johnson) Shawell, "Miss Ann" , 90, of Pottstown, wife of the late Edward C. Shawell Sr., passed away on Friday, Jan. 13, at Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Phoenixville, she was the daughter of the late J. George R. Sr. and Caroline Reva (Young) Johnson.   Georgine was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Pottstown, where she was an active member of the church choir and missionary and a charter member of the Mary Esther Temple #917 in Pottstown.   Georgine was also a foster grandparent at both Edgewood and Lincoln Elementary Schools and a retiree of Pennhurst State Hospital in Spring City.   She was also an avid seamstress.

 

Ø   Donna Lee (Eck) Saraceni - She was the wife of Richard Saraceni. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of Lucy (Eck) Kaas of Pottstown. Donna attended Pottstown High School. For 31 years, she worked in the cafeteria of the Pottstown Middle School, eventually becoming the cafeteria manager. She was a former member of the Phillies Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary, Pottstown Clubman's Women's Shuffleboard League and a life member of the West End Fire Company. Donna enjoyed the Twilight Saga series, Elvis Presley music and history, NASCAR (Tony Stewart), Philadelphia Phillies, Kansas City Chiefs and spending time with her grandchildren.

 

Ø   Nancy L. Lavinia - 80, widow of Richard A. Lavinia. Born in Pottstown she was a daughter of the late Lawrence Marquette. Mrs. Lavinia was employed as a nurse's aide at Manatawny Manor Nursing Center, Pottstown for many years followed by working in the cafeteria of the Pottstown School District. She was a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church, Pottstown.

 

Ø   Christine Grigg - 96.   She was the wife of the late Morrell Edward Grigg, who passed away on December 14, 1968.   Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of the late Harry and Rachel May (Snell) Grubb.   Mrs. Grigg was a 1933 graduate of Pottstown High School.   She retired from the Pottstown School District, where she worked as a receptionist for approximately 15 years. Prior to working for the school system, she was a salesperson for the former Kessler's of Pottstown.   She was a member of the First Methodist Church of Pottstown and former member of the Women's Club of Pottstown, the Elk's Club and the Brookside Country Club.   Mrs. Grigg enjoyed reading, playing bridge and was an avid sports fan, especially events in the greater Pottstown area.   She cherished the time spent with her daughter and grandchildren. Her husband was a teacher, coach, and Director of Athletics at Pottstown High School, where he was memorialized by having the PHS football field named for him after his death.

 

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