Name: Visitation for Harry L. Friel
Start: 2016-02-21T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-02-21T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Mauger Givnish Funeral Home - Malvern

Harry L. Friel of Chester Springs, Pa. Harry L. Friel, 64, died on Wed., Feb. 17, 2016 at his home. Born on Oct. 11, 1951 in Bryn Mawr, Pa. he was the son of the late Harry and Florence Jones Friel. He graduated from Great Valley High School and retired as a mechanic from the Easttown Twp. He was a member of the Phoenixville Moose Lodge, and enjoyed camping, race cars and working on cars. Harry is survived by his longtime girlfriend Joyce Devine of Exton, sister Patty Dunwoody and her husband David, nephews Jeremy, Andrew and James Dunwoody and many cousins. Harry’s life celebration service will be held on Monday Feb. 22, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the Mauger Givnish Funeral Home, 24 Monument Avenue, Malvern, PA 19355. There will be a visitation on Sunday Feb. 21, 2016 from 4 to 6 p.m. and on Monday Feb. 22, 2016 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Mauger Givnish Funeral Home. Interment will be at the Good Samaritan Cemetery. www.maugergivnish.com

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Published by The Daily Local from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2016.

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Nancy Mullen

February 12, 2024

I know I wrote something before but I can’t remember what it was. I met Harry in third grade and know this sweet shy man through high street and beyond. Though we never went anywhere socially I saw him many times at Paoli Hospital where I worked. He never knew me or recognized me but I did him. He was a very gentle soul, a kind gentleman and the world lost a Dear person in Harry. May he RIP

Bruce Kettelle

April 10, 2021

Worked with Harry at Paoli Service Station in the early 70s. Haven't seen him since I went off to college but think of him often. Had some great times in his 55 Chevy. That car could do wheel stands and beat lots of local hot rods on the strip behind National Rolling Mills. Harry showed me it was OK to experiment on our cars. Thanks for teaching me.

Nancy Mullen

February 12, 2021

I went to school with Larry since 3rd grade. Then saw him when I worked at Paoli hospital. He was always such a nice guy, so kind and such a gentleman

Bernadette

October 13, 2017

An old friend always missed, not forgotten. Condolences to Pat and Dave and family.

Eddie Moyer

February 22, 2016

I will truly miss all the good times that we had together over the years. Harry was always there for me when i needed a helping hand. I was blessed to have known him. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

Carl ( Jr )

February 19, 2016

Guess I was 9 or 10, out for a ride with the family. The station wagon breaks down in the middle of nowhere. Somehow we get home, but leave the car. The next day, my cousin Larry, (I never called him Harry), takes me with him to fix the car for my parents. He's under the car replacing the starter motor and asking me to hand him different wrenches. From that point forward, "grease monkey" was in my blood. Over the next 45 years our paths would occasionally cross, and amazingly he never failed to make my day a little brighter. In recent years at family functions, it was a treat listening to Larry, our Uncle Weldon and my father (Carl) telling an endless supply of anecdotes. Larry will truly be missed. Heartfelt condolences to Joyce and Patty Lee and her family.

Nancy Mullen

February 19, 2016

I met Larry in third grade and he was always such a nice guy. I'm terribly to hear of his passing. Deepest sympathy to his family.
Nancy Mullen

Chris & Crystal Pulley

February 19, 2016

Our deepest sympathy goes out to Joyce. We pray you find comfort in knowing that Harry is at peace.

Chris & Crystal Pulley

February 19, 2016

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Patty, Dave, and their boys. Harry will be missed but never forgotten.

Deb Loss Houck

February 19, 2016

I just learned of Harry's passing from my brother, Dave. My sincere sympathies to Joyce, as well as to Patty, Dave and family. Another life taken far too young!

From my brother Dave, "Harry was a good friend and will be greatly missed!"

Jane Cattle

February 19, 2016

Heartfelt sympathy to Patty, Dave, Joyce and family. Larry was one of a kind, he touched so many lives through his love of cars. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Mimi Quigley

February 18, 2016

Harry, one of a kind, kindred spirit to many. Not only did he fix his friends' cars gratis, he also provided them all with sustenance. He was a man of many talents and many interests. Joyce, my heart goes out to you at your loss. And to his sister, Patty, also.

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