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Shirley Payeskie Obituary
ELYSBURG - Shirley L. Payeskie, of Elysburg, passed away Friday, March 15, 2019, at Bloomsburg Care and Rehabilitation Center, Bloomsburg.
She was born March 30, 1944, in Elysburg, a daughter of the late Harry and Margaret (Shaffer) Slotterback.
On May 20, 1963, she married Edward Payeskie Sr. Her husband preceded her in death on Oct. 16, 2016.
Early in her life, Shirley had been employed in the local garment industry. She also worked in the cafeteria at Southern Columbia High School. Most recently, she worked at Knoebels in food planning and preparation.
She was a member of Elysburg Presbyterian Church. Shirley enjoyed having dinner with her friends and traveling. Most importantly, Shirley enjoyed being with her family.
Survivors include three children, Edward Payeskie Jr., of Kissimmee, Florida, Lori A. Payeskie and her husband, Scott Starke, of Doylestown, and Randy L. Payeskie, of Elysburg; four grandchildren, Megan L. Payeskie, Miranda L. Payeskie, Ryan S. Starke and Jacob E. Starke; and a sister, Bess Long, of Tharptown.
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PAYESKIE - Shirley L. Payeskie, of Elysburg. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, at Elysburg Presbyterian Church, 320 W. Valley Ave, Elysburg, with Pastor Matthew Young presiding. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, Bear Gap. Viewing will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday in the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Elysburg Fire Co. Ambulance, PO. Box 288, Elysburg 17824. The Stephen A. Chowka Funeral Home, 114 N. Shamokin St., Shamokin, is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Stacy snyder
March 20, 2019
RIP Shirley I will always remember your caring manner,you will be missed God bless you,Stacy Snyder
Stacy Snyder
March 20, 2019
With heartfelt sympathy,may God bless Shirley's family &friends by the loss of this special lady. She was a joy to be around and will be missed. With love may you RIP.Your co-worker,Stacy Snyder
March 19, 2019
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times spent together as you remember a life well lived. Isaiah 57:15
Kim Mills
March 19, 2019
Please accept our condolences at this time with the passing of Shirley. She will be sincerely missed.
There are no words that can make this time easier for you. We are here, if needed
Kim,Andy, and Adele
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