Ellen Bard

"Her husband of 36 years, Robert Stiratelli, said that his wife was a very committed advocate of the community."

"It always seemed to me like if there was an event where people needed her support or recognition, she was there. Whether it was Eagle Scout ceremonies, weddings, funerals, speaking at a public event, that was one of her top priorities, to be there."

"I just felt like Ellen and the community were synonymous many times during those years."

"Ellen was passionate about energy and environmental issues. Going back to when we were first married in 1973; she was always looking for a way to move on those issues. It’s what led directly to her entering politics."

"She was a wonderful friend to the Abington School District."

"She spent time here to celebrate our successes, helped us in the House to make sure education was appropriately funded for all students, helped with fundraising, helped set up a scholarship herself. Most important she believed in us, because her daughter went to school here. She was an active participant as a representative and as a parent."