Shirley M. (Dunkelberger) Yordy

Shirley M. Yordy, 85, of Wellsboro, formerly of Stonington, passed away Friday January 31, 2020 at The Laurel Assisted Living, Wellsboro.  Shirley was born August 30, 1934, in Stonington, PA, the daughter of the late Curtis A. and Margaret (Crowl) Dunkelberger.  

Shirley was a graduate of Shamokin High School in the class of 1952, then worked at the Sears Catalog Store, Sunbury and later at Truck and Trailer Sales, Inc., Selinsgrove.  She was a member of the Miller’s Crossroads United Methodist Church, Stonington.  Shirley was a hard worker and enjoyed travelling.

Shirley is survived by three nephews; James (Mary) Yordy of Wellsboro; Randy (Sandy) Yordy of Wind Gap; and Chris (June) George of King of Prussia; and a niece, Jennifer (Howard) Maybin of Delaware. 

 In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by a brother, Foster Dunkelberger, four sisters, Phyllis Yordy, Betty Diehl, Marion George and Evelyn Dunkelberger, and a niece Beverly Cahoon.

Family will receive friends from 10:30 to 11:30am February 15, 2020 at the Miller’s Crossroads United Methodist Church, 1929 Plum Creek Rd S4016, Sunbury, PA 17801, a memorial service will follow in the church, with pastor Michelle Beissel officiating.  Burial will be in Northumberland Memorial Park, Stonington at a later date.

The family suggest memorial contributions in Shirley’s name be made to her church.

Shirley’s family has entrusted the Tussey-Mosher Funeral Home, 139 Main Street Wellsboro, PA with her arrangements.  To share a memory or condolence, visit:  www.tusseymosher.com.

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