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M. Stelmach Obituary
Dr. M. Doris (Gallman) Stelmach, 90, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at The Highlands of Wyomissing.
Her husband, Dr. W. Peter Stelmach, passed away March 27, 2000.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Edmund F. and Jennie C. (Wojciechowski) Gallman.
She was a 1939 graduate of Reading High School, a 1943 graduate of the Temple School of Surgical Chiropody with a D.S.C., and a 1970 graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine with a D.P.M.
From 1943 to 1950, Dr. Doris ran her own private practice in Reading. She was also the practice manager for her husband from 1949 to 1984, and the practice manager for her daughter Dr. Dee Stelmach at North York Podiatry from 1977 to 1986.
She was on the Board of Trustees at the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine and Temple College of Podiatric Medicine from 1974 to 2012, where she was also a generous philanthropist.
Doris received a citation from Senator Michael O'Pake and was honored on the occasion of her 80th birthday with a proclamation recognizing her lifelong accomplishments.
She was proud of her Polish heritage and maintained a membership in the Berks County Polish American Heritage Association.
She was a lifelong member of the United States Pony Club and was honored and given an award from the YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser for her contribution to youth horsemanship.
She was very active in the Mother's Club of the 13th and Union Elementary School.
Doris was a member of St. John Baptist de La Salle Roman Catholic Church. She had a passion for giving, especially to her Roman Catholic churches and animal rescue groups, and a passion for traveling with family and friends.
Surviving are two sons: Dr. Paul Stelmach, husband of Dr. Pam Ellenberger, of Shoemakersville; Dr. John, husband of Theresa Stelmach, of Oley; two daughters: Dr. Dee Stelmach of Reinholds and Dr. Kay Stelmach Larkin of Wyomissing. There are eleven grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a son, Dr. Peter Stelmach, and by her brother, Dr. Edmund F. Gallman Jr.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 23rd at 9:30 A.M. in St. John Baptist de La Salle RCC, Shillington. Burial will be private at a
later time. Friends may pay their respects on Friday from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and Saturday from 7:45 A.M. to 8:45 A.M. at the Gallman-Sonoski Funeral Home, Inc., 910 Chestnut Street,
Reading.
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Memories and Condolences
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Margo Glowinski Jakubowski
February 27, 2013
I have fond childhood memories of my Godmother Dr Doris and the entire Stelmach family. My condolences to your entire family.
Betty (Hohl) Epler (RHS Class of '73)
February 25, 2013
My condolences to Kay & family. So very sorry for your loss.
February 24, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to all the Stelmach Family. Doris will be greatly missed by friends and family alike. She was very fond of Irene's father and her cousin Leonard (Skorupski) Shell and his wife Stella. What a great and thoughtful woman Doris was. May she rest in peace.
Cousins Charley & Irene Shell Banionis
Alicia & Kristina Runyeon
February 24, 2013
Dear Kay and Peter, Our sympathy for the loss of your mother and grandmother.Over the years my mother spoke of fond memories while working with your parents.Know that you and your family are in our prayers
February 24, 2013
To the Stelmach Family:
So sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you during this sorrowfu time.
Rose M. Vild
leo braun
February 24, 2013
Dr John Stelmach and family sorry to hear the passing of your mother my God be with you in this time of sorro patent of Dr John sincerly Leo Braun
Debbie Jessell
February 23, 2013
Paul, Pam and the entire Stelmach family,
Sorry for your loss.
Yvonne (Prestash) Lis
February 23, 2013
To the Stelmach family:
One of my fondest childhood memories was going to Dr. Stelmachs office and opening the green treasure chest of goodies he always had in the front office. I will never forget your father and mother, they were part of my growing up, as the family physician, and my thoughts and prayers are for your Mother today. May she rest in eternal peace, God bless you all in this time of sorrow.
Maryjo Lisa
February 23, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the entire Stelmach family. Dr Doris was a dear friend to my mom and someone who always meant the world to my entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. She is definitely an angel looking down on all of you.
Maryjo (Grabowski) Lisa
Joe Zmijewski
February 23, 2013
My Deepest sympathies to the Stelmach Family.
Bill Ribble
February 22, 2013
Dr. M. Doris Stelmach had a big influence on the students at 13th and Union Elementary School in Reading, PA in the 1960's. She made a great impression on me and my classmate friends of her late son Peter. A caring person and an example for us to follow later in life with our own children. What a great legacy and memories you given yourself and others.
Carla Narducci
February 22, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. She sounded like a terrific role model!
February 22, 2013
Such a wonderful lady!! I enjoyed listening to her stories about the family & I will cherish many memories!! My sympathies to all of you, Barb (Wojciechowski) Bulger
February 22, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Have great memories of dinners with Dr. Doris. I will miss her. Rosalie Dunlavey
Tammy & Irene Keller
February 22, 2013
We are so sad to hear of your loss. But take comfort in knowing what a wonderful accomplished family you are, and knowing that your parents are very proud of each and everyone of you. We didn't know Doris but do know Paul, John and have met Kay. All Doctors that really care about their patients. God bless this entire family.
Rebecca Hartman
February 22, 2013
Dear Kay and family - My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Stelmachs. Peace.
John Maslar
February 22, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Beverly Dunkel
February 22, 2013
So sorry for your loss, I can sympathize for I just lost my son in Feb. who had been one of Dr. W. P. Stelmachs patients since a baby and we had come to know Doris in his office. Wonderful family of Doctors. God Bless.
Michelle Musseman
February 22, 2013
Dr.Doris, I loved listening to tell us all about our family. You had a wonderful sense of humor and such a kind heart. I will miss you but I am happy to have another angel watching over me. Thank you!
Susan Grossman Davis
February 22, 2013
Just to let all of you that my thoughts are with you. What a loving and accomplished family you are.
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