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Stephen Giles Obituary
Stephen Paul Giles, 58, of East Greenville, Montgomery County, died December 25, 2016 at St. Luke's Hospital, Quakertown. He was the companion of Debi Faultersack.
Born August 27, 1958 in Reading, he was a son of Phillip Jack and Elinor Elsie (Ford) Giles of Laureldale.
Stephen was a 1976 graduate of Muhlenberg High School and Reading-Muhlenberg Vo-Tech, where he went for nursing. He was employed as a Licensed Practical Nurse for many years, having worked at Health South for 15 years, and most recently for Maxim Health Services.
Stephen was a member of Rosedale United Church of Christ, Laureldale.
He is also survived by his sister, Julia R., wife of Bert L. Guigley, of Wyomissing; and their three sons: Devin, Cullen and Ethan.
Stephen was predeceased by an infant sister, Alison Giles, who died in March 1960.
Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Stitzel Family
Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery, Molltown.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Animal Rescue League, 58 Kennel Road, Birdsboro, PA 19508.
For online condolences, visit www.StitzelFamilyFuneralHomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Giles
Robert (Bomber) Knies
January 3, 2017
Death is that state in which one exists in the memory of others, which is why it is not an end, no good-byes, just good memories. Farewell my good and dear friend.
ED Oswald
January 3, 2017
Im so sorry to hear about Steve
we had many good times growing up and going to school
he will be missed
Kathy Hart-Hoffman
December 29, 2016
I don't know what to say. Other than I am sorry to hear of his passing. Thoughts and prayers to all friends and family.
Theresa Guiles
December 29, 2016
My deepest, heartfelt sympathy to the Giles Family. I only knew Stephen for a short time, a friend of a friend but what an enlightening fellow he was. I always enjoyed his company. RIP Stephen, my Friend.
Dale Cochran
December 29, 2016
Phil, Elinor, and Julia,
i am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Don Sabo
December 28, 2016
I could not believe that. Thanks for the friendship. R.I.P. Steve. Will always be remembered. Condolences to your friends and family.
Brenda Wesner Keller
December 28, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss..... I went to school with Stephen.....My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Judy Parker
December 28, 2016
My condolences on the loss of your son/brother. I went to school with Stephen, and always thought he was a fine young man. My heart goes out to you. Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Holly & Robert Carter
December 28, 2016
Jack and Elinor,
I can't begin to know the words to say. I am so sorry for your loss and I pray for comfort and peace for you both right now. My heart breaks for you. I send my deepest love and thoughts and prayers. I'm so sorry I won't be able to attend the funeral. I know the Lord will give you peace. I know that you will see him again in heaven. Love always...
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