Late Royersford Man Had Donations After Funeral Sent To Friendship Ambulance

ROYERSFORD, PA -- A longtime Royersford man and his family decided to make his legacy something extra special: they asked all donations in his name be made to the Friendship Ambulance Company of Royersford.

The family of Edward T. "Poppy" Wagner asked that donations be made to Friendship in Edward's name in lieu of flowers.

Poppy passed in August, but donations are still coming in. Friendship issued a statement Wednesday:

"We are humbled and extremely gratefully to the Wagner family for the generosity allowing Friendship Ambulance to be the recipient of donations on behalf of their beloved husband and father, Edward, who passed suddenly August 26, 2016. While we have received many donations from various sources we would like to specifically thank the Berkshire Hathaway Real Estate office located in Collegeville for the support they continue to show the Wagner family, but also Friendship Ambulance. We would like to recognize Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach and the Trident Group for the gracious donation made to us in Edward’s name."

Obituary of Poppy Wagner below is courtesy of Catagnus Funeral Homes:

Edward T. Wagner, (Poppy) 71, of Royersford, husband of Louise S. (Scorr) Wagner, passed away on Friday, Aug. 26, 2016 at his home.

Born and raised in South Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Edward T. Wagner and Margaret E. (Mink) Allen. Ed was an active member at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Oaks. He was a social member at both Friendship Hook and Ladder and Liberty Fire Companies. Ed had a successful 48 year career with Sears.

He was an avid sports enthusiast and enjoyed golf, tennis, bowling and softball. He loved to travel, especially to the Caribbean and Sedona. Ed enjoyed music from every decade, but particularly from the 50’s and 60’s.

Surviving with his wife of 50 years is son Edward T. Wagner III, husband of Tammy, of Gilbertsville; daughter Kristen L. Tsitoukis, wife of Kosta, of Schwenksville; brother Howard O. Allen, husband of Sharon, of Levittown; sisters Nancy Casey, wife of Joseph, of Philadelphia., Janice Love, wife of Robert, of DE, and Susan Dennis, wife of Bill, of Reading; and grandchildren Ashley, Edward IV, Brynn, Riley, Yanni, Nicholas, and Alexandra. A visitation will be Saturday, Sept 3 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at Catagnus Funeral Home, 329 N. Lewis Road, Royersford, PA 19468.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Edward’s name to: Friendship Ambulance 269 Green St. Royersford, PA 19468.

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