Ilisa Sparkler

Ilisa Sparkler passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Beloved daughter of Barbara (Larry ZTz/L), sister of Shari (Alan), Erica (Josh), Renee (Todd), Jennifer (Dean) and Carla. Cherished friend of Neil Israel. Adored Aunt to Brandon (Buddi), Ross (Emily), Lance, Brianna (Matt), Samantha, Lindsey, Michael (Mariel) and Jude. Great Aunt to Luca, Cruz, and Mia. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Ilisa was a registered nurse and spent most of her career working at Independence Blue Cross. She resided in Rittenhouse Square and enjoyed all the city had to offer. She was a lover of people and people were drawn to her. She was an avid supporter and volunteer with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and was instrumental in raising awareness and funds to help find a cure.

Relatives and friends are invited to funeral services, Wednesday, April 23, 11:30 AM at Goldsteins’ Rosenberg’s Suburban North, 310 2nd Street Pike, Southampton PA. The family will begin receiving guests at 10:45 AM. Interment Shalom Memorial Park. Shiva will be observed at the home of Harold and Harriet Sparkler on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Donations in her memory may be made to the Ilisa Sparkler Memorial Fund for Diabetes Research: http://www2.breakthrought1d.org/goto/SparklerMemorial