Obituary of Harry E. Mawson, Jr.

Harry E. Mawson, Jr. (Poppop) age 90, from Glen Mills, PA (formerly from Springfield, PA) passed away Sunday, December 3, 2017. Harry was born February 6, 1927. He grew up in Overbrook Park and Broomall, PA. He attended Overbrook High School, graduated from Brown Prep, and attended Temple University until he enlisted in the US Navy. He was an active member of the US Naval Air Corp until 1952. He retired from Bell Telephone as a Manager of Public Relations after 30 years of service. His career included many inner-city beautification and educational projects in Philadelphia, the city he loved. Together with Marjorie, his wife of 43 years, they were devoted in raising their five children in Springfield, PA. They enjoyed camping, fishing, traveling and gardening. He was fortunate to have a second loving marriage of 23 years with Etta. They shared years of travel and time with both of their families. Son of the late Harry Sr. and Jane (Cutaiar) Mawson Predeceased by his first wife, Marjorie (Lingenfelter) Mawson Survivors: Wife: Etta (Bartholomew) Mawson Sister: Jane (Novotni) Clark Five Children: Barbara (David) Haney, Susan (David) Izbianski, Cindy (James) Weidman, Nancy (Richard) Keyes and William (Terry) Mawson Three Step Children: Robert Bartholomew, David Bartholomew and Cheryl (Brad) Caswell 19 Grandchildren, 22 Great Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews Private Memorial Service is pending. Memorial donations made be made to your favorite organization in his name. .