Ellen Lawrence

Ellen Lawrence (neé Rosenau), 92, August 29, 2025 of Jenkintown PA. Devoted wife of the late Gordon Lawrence. Proud mother of Barbara (Michael) Burka and Susan (Alan) Lebow. Loving grandmother of Alex, Jeff (Dana), Eric (Svetlana), Brian (Jenny), and Sara, and great-grandmother of Viktor. Dear sister to the late Tom Rosenau.

Ellen was a graduate of Cheltenham High School and Centenary Junior College. She was married for over 60 years, and they raised their daughters in Elkins Park. She always enjoyed being busy, social, and productive in each community where she lived.

Ellen enjoyed being creative and was an avid painter, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of artwork. Her last decade has been spent at the Rydal Park retirement community, where she was a vibrant and active resident. On any given day, she could be spotted at the indoor pool, art room, playing and teaching Mah Jongg, attending lectures and concerts, eating and visiting with her many friends. She was known by all who knew her as kind, thoughtful, interested to learn and try new things, and inspiring to others. She will be missed and remembered with love by many.

Contributions in her memory may be made to Rydal Park Friendship Fund, c/o Rydal Park, 1515 The Fairway, Jenkintown PA 19046 or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Memorial service will be held at Rydal Park (1515 The Fairway, Jenkintown) on Sunday Sept. 14th at 2 pm, visitation until 4:30 pm.