Ethel Lewis

Ethel Lewis, 95, Quakertown died Mon., July 2 in Belle Haven Nursing Home. She was widow of Leroy James Lewis. She worked as a dietary assistant at the former Quakertown Hospital for 14 years before retiring. Previously she worked for Emico at the former Trumbauersville location for 14 years and was a waitress at the former Trainers Restaurant for 20 years. Born in Quakertown, she was a daughter of the late Oscar and Cora Belle (Gordon) Allem. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Quakertown and an active member of West End Fire Co Auxiliary for 55 years, serving as a past president. She was instrumental in obtaining the charter and became the first president of the local AARP chapter. She was a member of the former Recycled Seniors and enjoyed volunteering at the Quakertown Food Pantry, former Quakertown Community Hospital, and arranging bus trips, all for over 20 years. Surviving: daughters: Gail DeReiter, Cheryl Williams (Kenneth) all of Quakertown, sons: Dennis (Carol) Bloomsburg, Roger (Cathy) Quakertown, sister: Mildred "Pinky" Getz Peoria, IL, grandchildren: Kimberly, Michele, Linda, Dwight, Chris; Bryan, Denise, Michael, Christine; great-grandchildren, Justin, Ian, Josh, Colin, Sophie, Dalton, Dane, Devan, Landon, Emily, Evan, great-great grandchildren, Madison & Emily. Services will be 11:00 am Fri. July 6 in Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, 135 W. Pumping Station Rd., Quakertown. www.janauglefcs.com Interment in Quakertown Union Cemetery Call 10-11 am Friday at the funeral home.