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MARTHA MARY "Doodie" (NEE NAHILL)
Devoted wife, mother, grandmother and aunt, died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at the age of 81. She is preceded in death by her parents and brother. She is survived by her husband, four children, ten grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Doodie was born and raised in Philadelphia and graduated from Little Flower H.S. She worked as an Admin. Asst. at Univac, Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lutheran Brotherhood Ins. and Chestnut Hill Cardiology.
Doodie was married 57 years to Alfred Sr. (Fred) Schempp and raised four children together; Alfred Jr. "Fred" (Joy), Jamison "Jamie" (Ginny), Daniel "Dan" (Sarah) and Paige (Paul) Davis and had ten grandchildren; Sierra, Kylie, Jamison, Sheridan, Mackenzie, Christian, Jansen, Carson, Daniel and Kelsey. Doodie was a beloved wife, mother, mother in law, and treasured Mom Mom. She dedicated her life to her family. She was a breast cancer survivor. She enjoyed attending her kid's events, hosting celebrations and taking her grandchildren on dates or just spending time with them. She held dear her yearly summer shore trips with her close family.
Doodie was an avid reader, movie watcher, walker and enjoyed decorating and making crafts. She enjoyed friends; whether having lunch or just caring for others. She will be missed by so many. The family will be having a private memorial.
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