George E. Horrocks II

George E. Horrocks II, 63, died suddenly Monday, June 10, at his home in Huntingdon Valley. He was the beloved husband of Trudy (Schwenkler) Horrocks. Born in Cheltenham, he was the son of the late Marie (Jackson) and George Horrocks. George was the Chief Operating Officer and Principle Owner of the Philadelphia Pipe Bending Co, where he worked for over 40 years. George loved the challenge of engineering new projects throughout his career. He was an avid golfer and current member of the Huntingdon Valley Country Club and former member of the Melrose Country Club. George also loved tennis, shooting pool and was once involved in martial arts. George was bigger than life and lived it to the fullest. George is preceded in death by his brothers Craig and Ricky Horrocks, his sister Elaine Krakowski (Edward) and his first wife Rose (nee McLaughlin) Horrocks. He is survived by his brother, David Horrocks (Judy) of Hatfield, as well as many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Friday, June 21, 2013 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Anton B. Urban Funeral Home 1111 S. Bethlehem Pike, Ambler and Saturday June 22, 2013 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at St Antho...[more]

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of Padua Church, 259 Forest Ave., Ambler, with a Memorial Service at 11:00 AM with Rev. Msgr Stephen P. McHenry, Pastor as celebrant. In lieu of flowers, kindly sent donations to The American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter 2221 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 www.RedCross.org or the Alzheimer's Association Montgomery County Branch 620 Freedom Blvd. Suite 101 King of Prussia, PA 19406 www.alz.org Tributes and Photos may be shared a www.UrbanFuneralHome.com