EMMA LOUISE POOLE, 77 of Fawn Grove, PA, died on Saturday, September 30, 2023 in Upper Chesapeake Medical Center, Bel Air, MD. Born on May 12, 1946 in the family home on Gross Road, Fawn Grove, she was a daughter of the late James Edgar Gross and Ruth Elizabeth (Robinson) Gross. She graduated from Kennard Dale High School in Fawn Grove in 1964 and from the Thompson Business School in 1966. She was a dedicated civil service employee, working as a receptionist at the Aberdeen Proving Ground for 40 years.

Louise enjoyed taking trips with her grandchildren, playing bingo and along with her daughter, Donna, watched every Pittsburgh Steelers game – never missing a single one per season. She also followed other sports teams in the Pittsburg area. Louise could be found selling homemade candy with Donna at local shows for ten years. Recently, she attended the Fawn Grove Church of the Nazarene in Pylesville, MD. Most of all, her family was the center of her heart, and she enjoyed all of the moments they had together.

Left to mourn the loss of Louise:

Two daughters-Donna Louise Atwell and Michelle (Ken) Ellis

Four grandchildren-David Manahan, Chelsey Weaver, Amanda Manahan and Rebeca Bell.

Two great grandchildren-Nathan Thwaites and Houston Weaver

Her best friend for over 65 years – Shirley (Dom) Mazzeo who will miss their daily evening phone calls.

A special friend for many years-Dean Shanbarger

She was preceded in death by her infant sister, Linda Marie Gross.

A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 1 p.m. at the Fawn Grove Church of the Nazarene, 5300 Fawn Grove Road, Pylesville, MD with Pastor Jonathan Batchelder officiating.