Amber Lynnell Stuver, 45, of Newtown Square, formerly of Greensburg, died Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Bryn Mawr Hospital, Bryn Mawr. She was born Oct. 5, 1978, in IL, a daughter of Eileen (Ritchey) Stuver Depcrymski, of Greensburg, and the late Richard Stuver. Amber was a graduate of Penn State University, receiving a Masters of Education and a Ph.D. in Physics. She was an associate professor of physics at Villanova University. She had also worked at Caltech/LIGO, Louisiana State University, and Penn State University. Amber was a 2016 recipient of the Special Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, LIGO Scientific Collaboration, American Physical Society, American Astronomical Society, and the American Association of Physics Teachers. Her hobbies include, genealogy, reading, and crocheting. In addition to her father, Amber was preceded in death by her sister, Brandi Stuver. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband of 21 years, Derek Bridges; sister, Brianne Depcrymski (Jaxson Peters); four brothers, Michael Depcrymski, Richard W. 'Ricky' Stuver, Chris Small (Ellen), and Troy Small (Kathie); and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. A private family viewing and service was held at the LEO M. BACHA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 516 Stanton St., Greensburg. Private interment took place in Westmoreland County Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the National Marrow Donor Program. www.bachafh.com

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Published by Tribune Review on Sep. 14, 2024.

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for Amber Stuver

16 Entries

Joanne Trombley

November 4, 2024

I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Amber's passing. I knew her through the American Helicopter Museum and Educational Center. She was very passionate about the educational exhibits and workshops and provided wonderful ideas by working with the Educational Committee. I send my condolences to her family.

Nicolle Zellner

October 14, 2024

I am sorry for your loss. Amber and I worked together on the CSWA - I fondly recall her energy and advocacy for the astronomy community. She will be missed.

Kim Boyle

October 6, 2024

Eileen and family I am shocked to hear of Amber's passing..I have many fond memories of watching her grow up, her academic successes and her wedding with Derek.. you are all in my thoughts and prayers..sending love..

Kathryne S. Woodle

October 2, 2024

I'm so very sorry to hear about Amber's passing. She and I worked together on a gravitational waves outreach poster at the American Physical Society. It was awesome to watch her transform complex theories and data into language that high school students could understand. It's been many years since our paths crossed, but Amber made a deep impression on me with her desire to share her love of physics.

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Karly Pitman

September 26, 2024

I am so sorry for your family's loss. Amber and I served on the AAS CSWA together and our committee sends its condolences. Amber was a very kind, genuine, and talented person and she will be greatly missed personally and professionally.

Greg Marcel

September 25, 2024

I am sending thoughts to all of you, and in particular to her husband, mom, and siblings.

I was lucky enough to have met Amber at Villanova during my stay as a post-doc. She was a great colleague who was always very kind to me and helped me a lot in the classes we taught together. I, like many others in academia, will forever remember her as the great person she was.

Greg

Gregory Rudnick

September 25, 2024

I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Amber's passing. I was a colleague of Amber on the American Astronomical Society's Committee on the Status of Women in Astronomy (CSWA). We worked together extensively in the past few years and I was impressed by her devotion, compassion, and commitment to reaching out to groups of astronomers from historically marginalized groups. She made a real difference in the lives of many of her colleagues. Most importantly, she was a warm and caring individual who always was a joy to work with. Although we saw each other regularly on Zoom I never got to meet her in person and now will never have the chance.

My deepest sympathies go out to her family. I can't imagine what you are going through right now but you are in my thoughts.

Greg Rudnick

Stephane Coutu

September 23, 2024

I was so saddened to hear of Amber's passing. I was a member of her Penn State Ph.D. thesis defense committee back in 2006, and I distinctly remember being impressed by her work and by her command of the physics. And of course there was the prospect of detecting gravitational waves, which would eventually be spectacularly realized (so glad she got to be a part of this).
My heartfelt sympathies to all her loved ones.

Richard Robinett

September 19, 2024

So so so sorry to hear about Amber's passing -- we all remember her from her grad student days here at Penn State, and then going on to a great LIGO career and educating generations of young students. Prayers from all of us at PSU. If someone might be able to share an address for me to send a condolence/sympathy card, I'd appreciate it as would many of my colleagues here.

Sarah & Javad Siah

September 18, 2024

Dear Derek,
Our heart goes out to you and your families for the sudden loss of your beloved wife Amber. May all the beautiful memories you shared bring you peace, comfort and strength. We are praying for you as you struggle with this immense loss.

Steven Dorsher

September 18, 2024

I don´t think I met her while I was actually at LSU in LIGO, or if I did we didn´t connect much. I wasn´t able to get out to the site often. But shortly after, I met her online and I really respected and liked her. I am so sad and shocked to hear this!!!

Kevin Moposita

September 18, 2024

I´ll always remember Dr. Stuver for introducing me to Python in my freshman year at Villanova and making sure I understood what was going on. Not only was she a great professor, Dr. Stuver was an even greater person. Sending all my thoughts and prayers to her friends and family.

Lee Ann Wahl

September 16, 2024

Derek, we were so stunned to hear of Amber's passing. Please know we are keeping you and your family in our prayers during this sad and difficult time. Dan and Lee Ann (Walters) Wahl.

Kathy D. Shaddock

September 15, 2024

I am so sad and my heart breaks for you Derek and the rest of her family. Amber will always be remembered for her love of physics. I enjoyed our time together working in Outreach at LIGO. Prayers lifted up for you.
Kathy Holt

Rick Kessler

September 14, 2024

My condolences. I am deeply sorry for your loss, Derek.

Diane Economakis

September 14, 2024

Very sorry for your loss, Derek, and everyone else who knew and loved Amber. She accomplished amazing things! Prayers to your families.

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