Marlene L. Phoenix

Marlene L. Phoenix, 87, of Souderton, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the Souderton Mennonite Home.

Born on December 24, 1937, she was a daughter of the late William and Alice (Finn) Ziegler.

Throughout her working years, Marlene held jobs with TEVA, Jostens, the Family Heritage Restaurant, and J. Schoeneman Co.— all a testament to her strong work ethic.

Outside of work, she was generous with her time. As a longtime and faithful member of Christ Reformed Church at Indian Creek, she eagerly served as a waitress for their annual Oyster and Ham Dinner for many, many years, as well as breakfasts and suppers hosted by the church. Additionally, she spent a significant amount of time volunteering with Perseverance Volunteer Fire Company’s Auxiliary in Souderton.

Marlene found great joy in flowers and spent countless hours on her lovely gardens.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son: William Scott Phoenix, who passed away in April of 2025; brother: William Ziegler; and two sisters: Nelda Nase and Geraldine Hiltebeitel.

Marlene will be lovingly remembered by her husband of seventy years: Willard W. Phoenix, to whom she wed on March 5, 1955; and two grandchildren: Jessica and William Phoenix.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM, in the Christ Reformed Church at Indian Creek Cemetery, 171 Church Rd, Telford, PA 18969.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Marlene’s memory may be made to the Perseverance Volunteer Fire Company, 266 N 2nd St, Souderton, PA 18964, or Christ Reformed Church at Indian Creek, at the above address.

Arrangements are in the care of the C.R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., Quakertown.