Obituaries

Timothy (Tim) B. Gretz, a lifelong resident of Old Forge, passed away on Friday due to the longterm effects suffered following ATV accident. He was 37 years young.
Born on April 2, 1985, and son the late David F. Gretz, Sr., Tim was a graduate of Old Forge High School’s Class of 2003.
If it had a motor, Tim could fix it. He was mechanically inclined to build just about anything from his Jeep Willys, Integra, Wrangler, Dodge Coronet, even mopeds. He was a talented artist and even had an unassuming “green thumb”, always keeping his home filled with plants. His happy place was the outdoors and from riding his bike, skateboarding, quading, 4 wheeling, to fishing, his fondest memories came while outside. Also an animal lover, he adored his pups, “Digit” (deceased) and “Dodge.”
Tim certainly lived life on his own terms. Along the way, he selflessly helped countless friends and for that kindness he’ll be forever remembered.
He is survived by his two loving siblings, David Gretz and wife Alexandria of Old Forge and Amanda Marie Gretz and fiancé Aaron Urbanski of Lansdale.
Memorial contributions may be made in Tim’s name to the Brain Trauma Foundation c/o 228 Hamilton Ave, 3rd Floor, Palo Alto, CA 94301.
A Celebration of Tim’s Life is scheduled for Friday between 4-7:00PM at the Thomas. P. Kearney Funeral Home, Inc., 517 N. Main Street in Old Forge.