FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED FUNERAL HOMES SINCE 1881
| Marie Theresa Hirschbuhl |
| July 7, 1944 - September 21, 2026 |
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Public Events and LocationsVisitation - Monday, September 28, 2026, 9:00 to 11:00 AM at Fox Chase United Methodist Church, PhiladelphiaFuneral Service - Monday, September 28, 2026, 11:00 AM at Fox Chase United Methodist Church, Philadelphia |
ContactsFuneral Home - Wetzel and Son Funeral Home - 419 Huntingdon Pike, Rockledge, PA 19046 - 215-663-8550 - Map |
| Clergy - Fox Chase United Methodist Church - 201 Loney Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111 - 215-745-7416 - Map |
| Family Florist - Blake Florist - 5 Huntingdon Pike, Rockledge, PA 19046 - 215-379-8787 - Map |
| Donation - Don't Bully Us Rescue - PO Box 246, Wenonah, NJ 08090 - 856-462-3580 - Map |
| Donation - Fox Chase United Methodist Church - 201 Loney Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111 - 215-745-7416 - Map |
Marie Theresa Hirschbuhl of Cheltenham, Pennsylvania passed away suddenly on Monday, September 21, 2026 at her home. She was 82 years old. Marie was born July 7, 1944 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, daughter of Joseph Mulholland and Dot Hawkes (nee - Nicholson). She grew up in the Olney section of Philadelphia and graduated from Olney High School in 1962.
Marie met the love of her life, Joseph Hirschbuhl Jr. while out in Margate, New Jersey. They married on August 13, 1966, in Elkton, Maryland, and together built a loving home and raised their family in Cheltenham. They were married for 25 years before his passing. Throughout her life, Marie worked hard and cared deeply for those around her. She began her working years at Sears on the Boulevard, later worked for Prudential Insurance in Willow Grove, and eventually worked at Abington Hospital. But her greatest role was always being a wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
Marie was the loving mother of David W. Hirschbuhl, Dawn Haigh and her husband John, and Joanne Hill and her husband Billy, and the late Diane Marie Hirschbuhl. She was a devoted Grammie to Kaitlyn and her husband Devon Cimino, Julia Haigh, Jack Haigh, Veronica Hirschbuhl, Abigail Hill, and Daniel Hill. She was eagerly looking forward to becoming “Gigi” in just a six weeks to Baby Cimino.
Marie was a familiar and beloved presence throughout the Cheltenham community. She treasured the friendships and connections she made with her friends and neighbors from Cheltenham Village, Conklin Pool, the Vereinigung Erzgebirge, and the “Golden Age Club.” She had a gift for making people feel welcome and was truly the life of the party. Marie was never one to miss a good gathering of friends and family, and many of her happiest moments were spent surrounded by the people she loved. Marie opened her heart and home to dogs in need, from Greyhounds to Pitbulls.
Above all, Marie adored her family. She especially cherished watching her grandchildren grow up and took great pride in each of them. Her warmth, humor, generosity, and larger-than-life personality will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Relatives and friends were invited to her visitation on Monday, September 28, 2026 from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M. and funeral service at 11:00 A.M. at Fox Chase United Methodist Church, 201 Loney Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111.
Bright colors are welcomed.
Religious services were conducted by Rev. Rick Silvers from Fox Chase United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Don't Bully Us Rescue, PO Box 246, Wenonah, NJ 08090 or Fox Chase United Methodist Church, 201 Loney Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111.
Family flowers arranged by Blake Florist 215-379-8787.
www.wetzelandson.com
Marie met the love of her life, Joseph Hirschbuhl Jr. while out in Margate, New Jersey. They married on August 13, 1966, in Elkton, Maryland, and together built a loving home and raised their family in Cheltenham. They were married for 25 years before his passing. Throughout her life, Marie worked hard and cared deeply for those around her. She began her working years at Sears on the Boulevard, later worked for Prudential Insurance in Willow Grove, and eventually worked at Abington Hospital. But her greatest role was always being a wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
Marie was the loving mother of David W. Hirschbuhl, Dawn Haigh and her husband John, and Joanne Hill and her husband Billy, and the late Diane Marie Hirschbuhl. She was a devoted Grammie to Kaitlyn and her husband Devon Cimino, Julia Haigh, Jack Haigh, Veronica Hirschbuhl, Abigail Hill, and Daniel Hill. She was eagerly looking forward to becoming “Gigi” in just a six weeks to Baby Cimino.
Marie was a familiar and beloved presence throughout the Cheltenham community. She treasured the friendships and connections she made with her friends and neighbors from Cheltenham Village, Conklin Pool, the Vereinigung Erzgebirge, and the “Golden Age Club.” She had a gift for making people feel welcome and was truly the life of the party. Marie was never one to miss a good gathering of friends and family, and many of her happiest moments were spent surrounded by the people she loved. Marie opened her heart and home to dogs in need, from Greyhounds to Pitbulls.
Above all, Marie adored her family. She especially cherished watching her grandchildren grow up and took great pride in each of them. Her warmth, humor, generosity, and larger-than-life personality will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Relatives and friends were invited to her visitation on Monday, September 28, 2026 from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M. and funeral service at 11:00 A.M. at Fox Chase United Methodist Church, 201 Loney Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111.
Bright colors are welcomed.
Religious services were conducted by Rev. Rick Silvers from Fox Chase United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Don't Bully Us Rescue, PO Box 246, Wenonah, NJ 08090 or Fox Chase United Methodist Church, 201 Loney Street, Philadelphia, PA 19111.
Family flowers arranged by Blake Florist 215-379-8787.
www.wetzelandson.com
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