Harry E. Grace

Harry E. Grace, 90, of Media, PA, formerly of Drexel Hill, Springfield and Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025.

Harry was the son of the late Karl and Anna (McIlvaine) Grace and was born in Philadelphia, PA.  He graduated from West Catholic High School.  After high school, he entered the Army.

He became a printer, a U.S. Postal Employee and then an employee for the Upper Darby School District.

He was a member of Saint Charles Borromeo Church in Drexel Hill.  He enjoyed watching college football, especially Notre Dame, watching Villanova Men's basketball and March Madness. He also was a member of the American Legion. He also enjoyed traveling to Cape May and to the Crab Trap in Somers Point.

Beloved husband of the late Carolyn H. Grace.  Loving Father to Harry Jr. (Jeanne), Michael, Steven (Mary), Jeannie Welischek (Jim) and Diane Riddle (Chris); Cherished Grandfather to nine Grandchildren and four Great Grandchildren. He is survived by his brother Raymond. He is also survived by many nephews and nieces.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 9 a.m. O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Road, Springfield, PA 19064 and to his Funeral Mass Tuesday, 11 a.m. St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3422 Dennison Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA  19026.  Int. SS Peter & Paul Cemetery.  Contributions may be made to St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3422 Dennison Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA  19026.

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