Bertha M. Kowalski, age 88, of Collegeville, PA passed away peacefully on October 28, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Philadelphia, PA on December 2, 1928, the daughter of the late John and Margaret (Elrick) Alkins.

Survivors include her beloved husband of 67 years, Raymond D. Kowalski;

Son, Raymond Kowalski;

Son in law, Mike Spondike;

Granddaughter, Tara ( & Hammond) Gleaton;

Grandson, Todd Spondike;

Grandson, Tim ( & Shanna) Spondike;

Granddaughter, Sarah Kowalski ( & Andrew Ulrich);

As well as six great grandchildren.

Along with her parents, Bertha was preceded in death by a daughter, Sandra Lynn Spondike.

Services and interment will be private.