Mary Grida

Mary C. Grida, 81, of Richlandtown, passed away with her family nearby on Fri., Jan. 20th. She was the widow of John Grida. Born in Quakertown, she was the daughter of the late Christian and Lovenia (Kernechel) Aron. Mary and her late husband owned and operated Grida's Soft Ice Cream for many years. Mary was Richlandtown's first and only female mayor and she was active in the Richlandtown Fire Company. She also drove school bus for the Palisades School District for many years. Mary enjoyed traveling, the casinos, and dining out. She was a member of St. Isidore's Catholic Church. She is survived by her children John (Lenore) of Richlandtown, Steven., Sr. (Michele) of Hellertown, Michele (Daniel) Walsh of Riegelsville, and David (Michele) of Richlandtown; 18 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, with one on the way. Mary was preceded in death by a daughter, Cathleen and a grandson, Joseph. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 AM Wed. Jan. 25th at St. Isidore's Catholic Church, 2545 W. Pumping Station Rd., Quakertown. Viewing at St. Isidore's from 7:00-9:00 PM Tues. and 10:00-11:00 AM Wed. Interment in St. Isidore's Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Isidore's Roman Catholic Church, 603 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951.