Emily Grace Hanycz

Emily Grace Hanycz On November 5, 2017, our vibrant, joyful daughter Emily passed away unexpectedly at the age of 18 at home in Chestnut Hill, PA.  Beloved daughter of Peter and Colleen, loving sister to Erik and Claire. Emily, our tenacious middle child, was loved by many, including her grandmothers, Mary Olesen and Santa Hanycz, her many aunts, uncles and cousins.   Having relocated from Canada with her family, two and a half years ago, Emily was a proud member of Mount St. Joseph Academy’s Class of 2017, where she especially loved participating in musical theater. Most recently, Emily embraced college life with gusto at La Salle University. In addition to pursuing a robust Honors program in Communication Sciences & Disorders, Emily continued in her passion for bringing light to those causes that mattered most. La Salle provided many opportunities for that commitment, along with some wonderful new friendships.   Our smart, faith-filled, beautiful and courageous girl will live on forever, supporting us in the difficult days ahead. We ask that you remember a full life, measured by its impact rather than its length. Friends are invited to share in a celebration of Emily’s life on Friday, November 10 from 6:00-8:00pm and Saturday from 9:00-10:00am at St. Genevieve Parish, 1225 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown, PA, 19031. The Mass of Christian Burial for Emily will follow at 10:00am on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Musical Theater program at Mount St. Joseph Academy, 120 W. Wissahickon Avenue, Flourtown, PA, 19031, where an award in Emily’s name will be established.