William George "Bud" Markelwith

William George "Bud" Markelwith obituary, Philadelphia, PA

William George "Bud" Markelwith

William Markelwith Obituary

Published by John F Givnish Funeral Home - Academy Rd on Sep. 17, 2017.
William George "Bud, of Philadelphia, passed away on September 17, 2017 at the age of 91. Bud was a tool and die maker, golf enthusiast, and accomplished Mason. Bud is survived by Jean (nee Goodrich), his loving wife of 66 years; as well as several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to Bud's Life Celebration on Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 10AM at the Faith Lutheran Church, 4150 Woodhaven Rd, Phila., Pa 19154, followed by his funeral service at 12 noon, interment at Sunset Memorial Park. Family served by John F. Givnish Life Celebration Home; to share your fondest memories of Bud, please visit www.lifecelebration.com.

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