Lois Crabb

Lois Crabb obituary, West Reading, PA

Lois Crabb

Lois Crabb Obituary

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Lois J. (Schlosser) Crabb, 90, formerly of Spring Ridge, Wyomissing, passed away peacefully January 6, 2017,

surrounded by family.

Born in Wadsworth, IL, Lois was a

daughter of the late Leo "Sandy" and Janet (Howard) Schlosser.

She graduated from Warren Township High School in Gurnee, IL.

Lois was employed by Great Lakes Naval Base starting in 1948. She was responsible for the microfilm operations

library at Great Lakes Naval Base through 1974 until it was moved to Mechanicsburg Navy Depot, where she retired in 1980. She continued to work for numerous government contractors following her retirement.

After moving to Berks County in 1994, Lois enjoyed and was very involved in the Women's Social Club of Berks County, Red Hat Society, Berks Women in Crisis, and the Spring Ridge Library.

She is survived by her four children: Barbara A., wife of Mark Drey, Wernersville; Kevin L. Crabb, Camp Hill; Timothy J., husband of Sharon Crabb, Ingleside, IL; and Terry J., husband of Erica Crabb, Medford, WI; sister: Kay Jansen, Waukegan, IL; brother: Gil Schlosser, Wadsworth, IL; and grandchildren: Heather, Molly, and Taylor Schreiner. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Lois was predeceased by her sister, Hazel Spiers.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers the family wishes for donations to be made, in her name, to the American Heart Association, a cause that was dear to Lois.

Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., 739 Penn Avenue, West Reading is assisting the family. Online condolences can be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.

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January 27, 2017

Amy Schagen posted to the memorial.

January 15, 2017

American Heart Association posted to the memorial.

January 15, 2017

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Amy Schagen

January 27, 2017

We have lost a one of a kind, special woman. I feel lucky to have known Lois and glad that we became good friends. She will be missed. My sympathies to her family.

American Heart Association

January 15, 2017

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family today and always.

Verna Hoover

January 15, 2017

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Lois's family. .My thoughts and prayers..RIP

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