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Joan B. Schierl, 87
December 06, 2019
Joan B. Schierl, formerly of Wilmington, DE, passed away at her Lititz home on Friday, December 6, 2019, two days shy of her 88th birthday. She was born in Wilmington to the late Henry G. and Shirley (Wahl) Steinke. Joan celebrated 62 years of marriage with her husband Alfred M. Schierl on September 27th.
A graduate of Goldey-Beacom College. Joan was a homemaker for her family. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Mount Joy.
Joan enjoyed knitting, flowers, doing puzzles, playing Bingo and Scrabble and everything Snoopy. She loved entering sweepstakes and being active in the coupon club. Joan and Al enjoyed their motorhome, having RV’d to 45 states. They also enjoyed a cruise to Alaska.
In addition to her husband Al, Joan is survived by her son Gregg Schierl, husband of Rose, her daughter Cindy Schierl and companion Ken Millhouse of Maytown, and her granddaughter Melissa Schierl. Joan’s son R. Gary Schierl preceded her in death in 2008.
Joan’s family will receive friends from 1 to 2 PM, followed by the funeral at 2 PM on Thursday, December 12th at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Interment will be in Witness Park. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice & Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.
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December 09, 2019
Joan, my fellow sweepstaker,
It was such a pleasure meeting you and your family at sweepstakes conventions and meetings. May you Rest In Peace and never stop be a “Winner” in Heaven.😇
Michelle Dutkiewicz
December 09, 2019
A truely special women has left us, but our memories of her will stay with us. I have been blessed knowing Joan and having her in my life. She will always hold a special place in my heart. Cindy and Al, know that I am thinking of you and praying that you find peace during this difficult time. HUGS
Donna Culbreth
December 09, 2019
Knowing you and spending time with you has been nice. I will miss you
Florence Sveinbjornsson
December 09, 2019
Just saw this on Facebook this morning. So sorry for your loss. I’m just left speechless. Wish I could be at the Memorial service for Joan. Just know she has gone to a better place where there is no pain or suffering.
Terry M Brown
December 09, 2019
Cindy, Sorry to hear of this loss, my thoughts are with you at this sorrowful time.
Mike Fedor
December 08, 2019
Joan was a wonderful, giving person in Sweepstakes club. She was helpful to others and contributed greatly to the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the organization. She will be missed and never forgotten. Sending prayers to her family.
Gail Wrightson
December 08, 2019
We were friends for 45 years and could not have a better one. She was there for me many times, she had a big heart! I will miss her.She and Anthony will get together again like they did often sitting on rocking chairs on the porch. 🙏💕Love you
Martha Barber
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- Thursday, December 12, 2019
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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