Sylvia R. Volksdorf Obituary
We announce the death of Sylvia R. Volksdorf (Lansdale, Pennsylvania), who passed away on October 4, 2026, at the age of 76. Sylvia will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Sylvia R. Volksdorf to pay them a last tribute.
Sylvia will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Sylvia will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Sylvia’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her husband Richard H. Volksdorf; her parents, June Reese, (Bright) and William H. Reese, Jr.; and her mother-in-law Mary E. Wiese. She is survived by: her daughter Jennifer Peterson (John); her stepchildren, Jennifer Pasquarello (Gerald) and Christopher Volksdorf (Coleen); and her close friend Elizabeth "Betsy" Landis. She is also survived by nine grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, Inc. (701 Derstine Ave, Lansdale, PA 19446). A memorial service will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Animals in Distress, P.O. Box 609, Coopersburg, PA 18036, or Doctors Without Borders, P.O. Box 5030, Hagerstown, MD 21741.
