Florence Riegel Obituary
Born on April 23, 1921, in Los Angeles, CA, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Horatio and Alice M. Chase, and she was the widow of H. Taylor Riegel.
Florence was a 1938 graduate of Collingdale High School. She was a dedicated homemaker, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a church secretary for many years at the Great Valley Presbyterian Church, Malvern, PA. "Floss" was very intelligent. She was an avid reader and when she couldn't read as easily, she began to enjoy listening to audio books. She loved to travel and enjoyed her time spent in Scotland the most.
Florence is survived by a daughter, Deborah Barrett, of Camp Hill, PA, two sons, H. Taylor "Skip" (Laura) Riegel, Jr., of Abingdon, VA, and David (Elizabeth) Riegel, of Raymond, ME, a brother, Robert (Barbara) Chase, of Jeffersonville, IN, eight grandchildren: Suzanne (Mark) Gallihue, Robert Trotman, Timothy Riegel, Donald Riegel, John Riegel, Matthew Riegel, Amy (Anthony) Livings, and Bradley Barrett, and 13 great grandchildren: Taylor, Li, Teyah, Evan, Mason, Gavin, Caleb, Lauren, Matthew, Collin, Alexandra, BrookeLynn and Natalie.
In addition to her husband H. Taylor, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Virginia Trotman and four siblings.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Baker-Gagne Funeral Home, 85 Mill St, Wolfeboro, NH 03894. Burial will follow the service in Townhouse Cemetery, Tuftonboro, NH.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shriner's Hospital for Children Philadelphia, 3551 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140. Donate to Shriners Here
or to Go Go Gallihues, benefiting Cystic Fibrosis research. Donate to Go Go Gallihues Here
The Baker-Gagne Funeral Homes of Wolfeboro and West Ossipee, NH are assisting the family with the arrangements. To view an online memorial, leave a message of condolences or for more information go to: baker-gagnefuneralhomes.com
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85 Mill Street PO Box 1421, Wolfeboro, NH 03894
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Skip Riegel
October 23, 2024
It seems so strange to not call Mom at Camp Hill anymore. Hard to get through my head that she is gone ! Thanks for all that you did over the years for me. The talks about doing better in school. The trust you showed when my friend and I hiked to Florida during school vacation. The times you and Laura enjoyed together. The times you " forced " me to go to youth group. I'm a better person because of your love and leadership. You are with the Lord so I'll see you again at that great reunion. Love Skip and Laura
David Chase Jr
September 9, 2024
Aunt Floss like clockwork always mailed out a personalized Christmas card to me. This would trigger a lengthy letter to inform her of my current year highlights in words and pictures. A nice way to communicate with her long distance. And of course, the earlier visits and fishing outings in her Deere Isle vacation rental with her and Uncle Taylor resonate with me. Thank you Aunt Floss for these treasured activities and memories. Peace and love to you!
Joan Chase
August 16, 2024
It saddens us to hear of the passing of Floss. Many good times were shared with her and Taylor over the years. She assisted us during our daughters passing, and shared vacations with us in Deere Isle Maine. I remember being snow bound at their house in Pennsylvania and enjoying Hersey Park with her. May our family always remember her kind heart and commitment to others.
Rick Gagne & Staff
August 9, 2024
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