Robin S. (Hauder) Wanish was a loving mother, grandmother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend. She passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at age 75 after a brief illness. Robin was born in Reading, Pennsylvania but spent the majority of her life in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of the late Paul Albert Hauder and Helen (Hartman) Hauder and wife of Gary L. Wanish.
Robin’s true calling and favorite job was being a mother. She treasured her children Carrie Wanish (John Kostelny), Andrew Wanish, and Jennifer Wanish-Snyder (Philip Snyder) and delighted in her grandsons, John P. and Gabriel C. Kostelny. She is survived by her children, grandchildren, and husband, Gary L. Wanish, in addition to her sister Dawn Coughlan (Kevin) and brothers Gary Hauder (Pat) and Guy Hauder (Sue). She was predeceased by her sister, Paula Wagner.
A graduate of Potomac State College (now University of West Virginia) and Executive Assistant at various organizations in her early career, Robin leveraged her organizational and customer experience skills in yet another way after having children. She was instrumental in the founding, growth, and success of Gary Wanish’s Auto Sales in partnership with her husband Gary. A notary, she provided notarization services and customer success support throughout the long life of the business.
Throughout her life, Robin created beauty in many forms. Notably, she created and sold floral arrangements and wreaths and made clothing - including her own gorgeous wedding dress. She was a wonderful cook, baker, and gracious hostess, hosting family and friends on many occasions throughout her life. Robin also enjoyed her job at Boscov’s department store in Pottstown and could often be found working at the candy counter. She touched the lives of her family, friends, and co-workers and Robin’s strong faith in God was a theme throughout her adult life.
Per her wishes, the family will honor Robin privately. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Robin’s memory may be made to an organization that best honors memories you have with or of Robin.
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