Mimi L. Stilley

Mimi L. Stilley of Plymouth Meeting, age 54, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2011, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Mimi's optimism and bravery was nothing short of heroic and now she can soar free like the birds she loved so much. She was an incredible person, full of life, kindness, compassion and love. She made an impression on everyone she met, from the grocery store clerk to the ranger in the park! She always had a kind word or compliment for everyone.Born in Philadelphia on April 8, 1956, she was the daughter of Anita (DeMarzo) Stilley of East Norriton and the late Donald J. Stilley, Sr. She graduated from Plymouth Whitemarsh High School in 1974. She also attended Harcum College in Bryn Mawr and Ursinus College in Collegeville, obtaining a degree in Business. Mimi was employed by Henkels & McCoy in Blue Bell for over 25 years with many jobs and responsibilities over the years from Administrator to Sr. Account Manager. In addition to her mother, Mimi is survived by three brothers: Donald J. Stilley, Jr (Lois) of Blue Bell, Dr. James A. Stilley of Plymouth Meeting and G. Scott Stilley (Debbie) of Norristown; and one sister, Gigi Bondi (Walter) of Blue Bell. She was also an amazing aunt to her nieces and nephews: James, Nicole, Victoria, Diana, Juliette, Caroline, Ethan and Kayla. She also loved her grand-niece, "princess" Lilliana and grand-nephews, Landon and Michael, whom she called her surrogate grandchildren. Her love for all of them is apparent in her big bright smile you will find in every picture of her with them. Aunt Mimi will live forever in their hearts. Mimi was also blessed with many wonderful friends she enjoyed spending time with.Mimi loved animals and devoted 13 years volunteering at The Schuylkill Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Roxborough. She was a Senior Volunteer, very active in not only helping with direct care of the animals but also played a vital role in training new volunteers. The SWRC was her passion. Mimi also loved nature and wildlife, especially birds. She spent many days taking long walks and bird watching. She could find as much joy in spotting a robin that she found in spotting the rarest of birds. She loved them all equally. Her services and interment will be private.Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the PSPCA, 19 E. Ridge Pike, Conshohocken, PA 19428. www.pspca.org