Jonathan Brach Obituary
Born in Norristown, he was the son of the late Thomas and Cynthia (Przybylowski) Brach.
Jonathan was a 7-time marathon runner. He ran in the Marine Corps Marathon and the Philadelphia Marathon. Jonathan was an avid skier and enjoyed skiing with his daughters and friends. Jonathan loved the outdoors and took many hikes with his loved ones. Spending time with his family and friends was most important to Jonathan.
He was a member of St. Eleanor Church in Collegeville.
Surviving along with his wife, Krista of 22 years, are his daughters Claudia Brach and Natalie Brach; sister Linda Brach; brother Andrew Brach, husband of Anna; in-laws Kevin and Devon Burkey and Joyce Burkey; nieces and nephews Jordan Burkey, Miles Burkey, Victoria Brach, and Stephanie Brach.
A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2023, at 11:00AM, at St. Eleanor Church Catholic Church (647 Locust St, Collegeville, PA 19426). Burial will follow at St. Ann's Cemetery in Phoenixville. A viewing will be held on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, from 6:00-8:00PM at Catagnus Funeral Home (595 W. Main St., Trappe, PA 19426). A viewing will also be held on Thursday, November 1, 2023, from 10:00-10:45AM at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pancreatic Cancer HOPE Fund at Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center in Jonathan's name at www.penncancer.org.
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Molly Boyle Colbridge
November 3, 2023
I have good memories of Jon in high school- we sat next to each other in homeroom for years, (because our last names both started with a B)
He was such a kind, good humored person. My condolences to his family.
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AGGIE PENNINGTON
October 31, 2023
I will treasure the times with Jon, Krista and the girls in New York. Such a beautiful couple with a strong family bond. Sending love and prayers to all family and friends.
RIP Jon.
Lisa Chayson
October 30, 2023
Laughing and having a good time!
My deepest sympathies Krista, the girls and his extended family. He will be missed. RIP
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