Michelle Fastow Obituary

Michelle T Fastow, a wife, teacher, devoted mother, and passionate pet lover, passed away
peacefully on October 17, 2025, at the age of 70, in West Reading, Pennsylvania. Born on
November 2, 1954, in Newark, New Jersey, Michelle's warmth and compassion touched
the lives of everyone she met. Her enduring spirit and courage in her battle against
Parkinson's and Lewy Body Dementia were an inspiration to all who knew her. Michelle
was a wife to her husband Joel Fastow for nearly 50 years and was mother to 2 children:
Staci Fastow Cox Ashland, Mass and Steven Jeffery Fastow, Rochester, NY, as well as a granddaughter, Hannah Claire.
As a mother, she was the heart of the household, always there with an encouraging word, a
listening ear, and a hug that could melt away any worry. Her children remember her as their
greatest advocate and the source of their strength. She instilled in them the values of
kindness, integrity, and perseverance. She was the heart of the household, a beacon of
support, always there with an encouraging word, a listening ear, and a hug that could melt
away any worry.
Michelle's early life in Newark guided her throughout her life and instilled in her a sense of
community and commitment to education. She pursued a career in teaching, dedicating
her life to enlightening young minds and nurturing their growth. Her patience, wisdom, and
gentle demeanor left an indelible mark on her students, many of whom kept in touch with her long after leaving her classroom.

Michelle's love extended beyond her immediate family to her four-legged companions. She
was rarely seen without a dog by her side, Michelle T Fastow, a wife, teacher, devoted mother, and passionate pet lover, passed away
peacefully on October 17, 2025, at the age of 70, in West Reading, Pennsylvania. Born on
November 2, 1954, in Newark, New Jersey, Michelle's warmth and compassion touched
the lives of everyone she met. Her enduring spirit and courage in her battle against
Parkinson's and Lewy Body Dementia were an inspiration to all who knew her. Michelle
was a wife to her husband Joel Fastow for nearly 50 years and was mother to 2 children:
Staci Fastow Cox and Steven Jeffery Fastow, as well as a granddaughter, Hannah Claire.
As a mother, she was the heart of the household, always there with an encouraging word, a
listening ear, and a hug that could melt away any worry. Her children remember her as their
greatest advocate and the source of their strength. She instilled in them the values of
kindness, integrity, and perseverance. She was the heart of the household, a beacon of
support, always there with an encouraging word, a listening ear, and a hug that could melt
away any worry.
Michelle's early life in Newark guided her throughout her life and instilled in her a sense of
community and commitment to education. She pursued a career in teaching, dedicating
her life to enlightening young minds and nurturing their growth. Her patience, wisdom, and
gentle demeanor left an indelible mark on her students, many of whom kept in touch with
her long after leaving her classroom.
Michelle's love extended beyond her immediate family to her four-legged companions. She
was rarely seen without a dog by her side, which was a source of joy and tranquility; a
testament to her love for all creatures and her appreciation for the simple pleasures in life.
In her spare time, Michelle's greatest joy was spending time with her kids, whether it was a
quiet evening at home or an adventurous day out. She believed in the power of presence
and made sure to cherish every moment with them. Her legacy was one of unconditional love, selfless giving, and the profound impact she had on her family's lives. As we bid farewell to Michelle T Fastow, we celebrate a life beautifully lived and profoundly impactful. Her memory will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of those she leaves
behind. While we mourn her passing, we also take solace in knowing that her spirit will forever guide us, just as the values she embodied will continue to resonate within the many
lives she touched. Michelle's journey on this earth may have concluded, but her story—replete with love, education, faith, and kindness—will be recounted for generations to come which was a source of joy and tranquility; a testament to her love for all creatures and her appreciation for the simple pleasures in life.
In her spare time, Michelle's greatest joy was spending time with her kids, whether it was a quiet evening at home or an adventurous day out. She believed in the power of presence
and made sure to cherish every moment with them. Her legacy was one of unconditional love, selfless giving, and the profound impact she had on her family's lives. As we bid
farewell to Michelle T Fastow, we celebrate a life beautifully lived and profoundly impactful. Her memory will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of those she leaves
behind. While we mourn her passing, we also take solace in knowing that her spirit will forever guide us, just as the values she embodied will continue to resonate within the many
lives she touched. Michelle's journey on this earth may have concluded, but her story—replete with love, education, faith, and kindness—will be recounted for generations to
come