- Welcome to Sweeney and Beverly Life Celebration Services, where we Celebrate the Color of Life.
Amber McHugh
Amber could impart that “can do” attitude into anyone: many relied on her abilities to get things done. She was just plain good at life. She was even able to convince her kids that she, along with her partner Norman were Power Rangers. Her attitude probably dated back to her days in high school when she took woodshop and built her family’s kitchen table. She was our go to when we needed anything: technical, handy, proofreading, babysitting, the list goes on. You were excited when she arrived but seldom saw when she left: Amber was famous for her Irish Goodbyes and dry sense of humor. Amber always had a little smirk. If you were in her circle, she had your back 100 percent: ride or die for life. She was hyper competitive in everything she did from board games to her soccer career at Palmyra High School. Many joked that she wasn’t above cheating to earn the win. She loved music from 70’s rock to Biggie Smalls-“if you don’t know, now you know.” She was a graduate of Stockton and had her Masters from Holy Family. Amber was smart. Autumn and Ashlee always joked that Amber was the one who never studied, but always got the best grades. She was a teacher and literary coach in Chester and Camden. Her patience with children and her guidance with her co-workers was admirable to all.
Her job at Sunrise Senior Living earned her more than just a paycheck. It’s there she’d meet a handsome sous chef named Norman Nelson. Their relationship was blessed with two children, Nathan and Evelynn. She is survived by her mother, Colleen McHugh; her sisters, Autumn Cotton (Keith) and Ashlee. She was the daughter of the late James.
Come celebrate 37 great years on Sunday Feb. 26 Noon to 1 p.m. at Sweeney Funeral Home in Riverside where there wil be a 1 p.m. service.
Luncheon to follow at Riverton Country Club at 2:30.
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to the family- I’m so sorry for your loss. sending love
Sincere Condolences to the family and friends. Though never met went to school with your late father. Reunited now with him and family members. Rest in peace forever
So sorry 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I’m so sorry for this tragic loss your family is feeling . I will not be able to attend Sunday in person but I’ll be there in spirit . Please hug mom and she knows I’ll always be there for her .I’ll see her when I get up to jersey . Prayers for you all . Always share Ambers story .keep her memory alive with those beautiful babies . It’s the greatest gift you can give them .love you all .
Thinking about you and your beautiful sister and daughter. I’m sorry I never met her. I’m sending you continuous prayers of love and peace.
I didn’t know this beautiful woman but I know her sister and mom and they are amazing women. My love goes out to all who knew her and especially her sister Ashlee! 🙏
I had the pleasure of getting to know Amber during our time at Stockton College and living together at Lisa Drive. It had been a while since our time there but I will never ever forget Ambers beautifully mischievous smile and that contagious giggle. She was always such a great friend and beautiful soul. I am thinking of everyone in the family and her children and Norman.
My condolences 💐 to you and your family. May her soul RIP.