Iris M. Handschuh

Iris M. Handschuh

Iris Handschuh Obituary

Published by Schneider Funeral Home - Hatboro on Oct. 18, 2016.
Iris M. Handschuh (Manogue), formerly of Hatboro, passed away on October 18, 2016 at her home in Harleysville. She was 88. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles W. Handschuh, with whom she shared 53 years of marriage. She was born in Ambler, PA, the daughter of the late John and Mary Manogue. Iris graduated from Ambler High School and then later married Charles and became a homemaker. She enjoyed flower gardening, dancing, playing cards and bingo. She also had a great appreciation for art and enjoyed entertaining family and friends in her home. She will be remembered as a kind and gentle woman and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Iris is survived by two daughters, Gail Katzbeck and her husband John of Coopersburg, and Kathleen "Katie" Christie and her husband, Kurt of Harleysville; four grandchildren, Michael Zimmermann (Dawn Myers) and Christopher Zimmermann (Christina) and Lauren and Matthew Christie; and two great grandchildren, Jacob and Alyssa Zimmermann. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles and their son, Charles, Jr. Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Tuesday after 9:30 am in Schneider Funeral Home, 431 N. York Rd., Hatboro and to attend her Funeral Service at 11:00 am. Her interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre in Cheltenham. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Seeing Eye, PO Box 375, Morristown, NJ 07963-0375.

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November 17, 2016

Heather posted to the memorial.

October 30, 2016

Teri Kernen-McMenamin posted to the memorial.

October 25, 2016

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Heather

November 17, 2016

My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. May the wonderful memories of her sustain you until God's promises are fulfilled. John 6:40 Please find peace in knowing that he understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6,7

Teri Kernen-McMenamin

October 30, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. I am grateful for the many years spent at your house under you mom's very caring and quiet watch. My prayers are with you. Teri

Vicki Marth

October 23, 2016

Hi Katie, We are so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She was a very kind and sweet lady. I always enjoyed being around her, she treated me like one of her daughters. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

little Joey Handschuh

October 23, 2016

hi Gail and Katie sending thoughts of happy memories your way

Barbara Howsare

October 23, 2016

Gail and Katie and your families. I am so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She was more than a good neighbor to me, she was also a very loyal and sweet friend. I will miss our teas together, our long talks, our laughter and our tears. She is forever in my heart.

Michael Senderak

October 23, 2016

Dear Kate, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With sincerest condolences, Mike Senderak and family

Eddie

October 25, 2016

Probably the most gentle soul I've ever met. I will miss her dearly.

Joyce "Pellicott" Barnhurst

October 24, 2016

Dear Gail and Katie, So sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Iris was such a sweet and kind neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. With sincere condolences.

Mark Pleasants

October 24, 2016

Dear Gail and Katie, I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your families. With sincere condolences.

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