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Sonja Shaheen Obituary

Sonja Shaheen, 91, of Easton, PA, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020, in the Easton Home, in Easton.
Sonja was born in Kfarsfhab, Lebanon, a daughter of the late Jabor and Susan (Lahood) Joseph. Sonja was a graduate of Easton Catholic High School, class of 1949. She was married to the late John M. Shaheen Sr. with whom she celebrated 63 years of marriage before his passing in 2015. She met her husband in 3rd grade at the former Taylor school in Easton. She worked as a secretary for 17 years at the former Fredwill Novelty Company.
Sonja is survived by three sons John M. Shaheen Jr. and his wife April, Thomas Shaheen and his wife Kathy, Jim Shaheen and his wife Taryn, a daughter Susanne Trinchere and her husband Bill, a sister-in-law Marie Joseph, nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Sonja was a member of Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Catholic Church, in Easton., the St. Teresa Sodality, and the L.A.W.A. Club. Sonja enjoyed spending time with her family. Sonja, God is now blessing you!
Services will be private with interment in Gethsemane Cemetery, Palmer Twp., PA. Funeral Services are under the direction of Morello Funeral Home, Inc., 3720 Nicholas St. Easton (Palmer Twp), PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sonja's memory may be made to The Easton Home charitable care fund 1022 Northampton St. Easton PA 18042. Online condolences may be offered at morellofuneralhome.com.

Published by The Express Times from Jan. 3 to Jan. 7, 2021.
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Dear Sue, Our Mother’s we’re neighbors for many yrs, My Mother passed a few days before your Mother.. I pray you are filled with great peace that I feel. They lived wonderful lives with beautiful family memories.May they meet each other in Paradise and May they both RIP... Peace and Love in Jesus... Janice Gensheimer & Family

Janice Gensheimer

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January 8, 2021

Dear April and Teak. My deepest sympathy to you in the passing of your mother. May she rest in peace.

Patricia Kauffman

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January 8, 2021

Shaheen family, so sorry to hear of Sonjas passing.
such a lovely lady. May she rest in peace.

Bill and Georgina Stamets Zechman

GEORGINA ZECHMAN

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January 8, 2021

Shaheen family, my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. A life well lived, cherish all the memories you shared together. God bless.

Bob Huffstutler

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January 5, 2021

The Shaheen Family...we were sorry to hear of the loss of Sonja.. she was a loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother and a wonderful human being...she will be missed by all...may her soul rest in peace...

Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Symia and Family

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January 5, 2021

Sue and family,
My prayers and condolences to you on your loss. May God comfort you in your grief.

Peter Bilotta

January 4, 2021

Sue and Family: So very sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Hold tight to all the wonderful memories! My sincerest condolences and prayers.

Mary Ann Houptley

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January 4, 2021

Sheehan family
Our prayers are with you at this time but now she is now cooking
a big meal for Johnny in Heaven
God Bless
Jack Durnin

Jack Durnin

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January 4, 2021

Sue, Billy and Family, Our prayers are with you and the entire Family!
God Bless!

Mickey Corpora

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January 4, 2021

Dear Sue & Family, our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother, praying she had a peaceful journey into the hands of God. Sincerely,Marian & Mick Moninghoff

Marian Moninghoff

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January 4, 2021

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