Kathryn Hammel

Kathryn Hammel, 100, of Quakertown, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024, at Valley Manor where she had resided for a few weeks.

Born on October 30, 1924, in Quakertown, she was a daughter of the late John and Lillian (Sorver) Penrose.

A graduate of Quakertown High School, Kathryn went on to enter the workforce. She spent her career doing what she loved most—sewing.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband: Ernest W. Hammel, who died January 24, 1972; brother: Theodore Penrose; and sisters: Jane Mease and Hester Kline.

Kathryn will be lovingly remembered by her son: C. Frederick Hammel, and his wife Cecilia; two grandchildren: Alexander and Walter; and three great-grandchildren: Ambrose, Danyka, and Naomi.

A viewing will be held at the C.R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 821 West Broad Street, Quakertown, on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, from 10:30am until 12:00noon, with a graveside service at 11:00am on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.