Barbara Morgen Wertheimer

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Morgen Wertheimer, 74, of Huntingdon Valley, PA - a devoted mother and Nana, cherished friend, and remarkable person whose warmth, creativity, and compassion touched everyone who knew her.

Born to Melvin and Sylvia (Sobel) Morgen in Brooklyn, New York, Barbara spent her childhood in White Meadow Lake, New Jersey. She attended Douglas College at Rutgers University and went on to earn her J.D. at New England School of Law in Boston, MA. Barbara met her husband John at Club Med in 1982, were married on October 2, 1983, and they spent 29 years together, raising their daughters, Julie and Sam in Rydal, PA.

A lover of all things musical theatre, Barbara enjoyed acting, dancing, and singing her heart out with local theatre groups. Her presence onstage was complimented by her offstage passion for set-building with her best friend, Mary. She practiced both family and zoning law, serving on the Abington Township Planning Commission and Zoning Hearing Board for over 30 years. In 2005, Barbara became the Executive Director of Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy. She worked tirelessly and with the utmost compassion to enhance the programs at Pegasus, ultimately touching the lives of thousands of riders and their families.

Barbara’s life was a testament to compassion, resilience, and kindness. Known for her strength of character and unwavering advocacy for others, she was the heart of her family and a source of strength for her entire community.

Barbara is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 29 years, Dr. John Wertheimer. She is survived by her loving daughters, Julie Wertheimer (Rep. Ben Waxman) and Dr. Samantha Wertheimer (Michael Padasak), her devoted partner of 12 years, Ira Grindlinger, her brother, Dennis Morgen (Heidi), and her adoring grandchildren, Jack Oliver Padasak and Stevie Morgen Padasak.

Relatives and friends are invited to Funeral Services on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 11 AM precisely at Congregation Adath Jeshurun, 7763 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027. Interment Montefiore Cemetery, Jenkintown, PA. Color/festive attire encouraged at her request.

Shiva will be observed Tuesday following interment at the late residence with Minyan at 7 PM. Shiva will continue at the late residence Wednesday from 2 PM - 4 PM, and after 5:30 PM with Minyan at 7 PM. Shiva will also be observed on Thursday at 5:30 PM at the Parc Rittenhouse Condos, 225 South 18th Street, Philadelphia with Minyan at 7 PM.

Contributions in her memory may be made to the Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy John and Barbara Wertheimer Scholarship Fund, 8297 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19152, www.pegasusridingacademy.com.