Anna Mary Scheirer

Anna Mary Scheirer, 87 Anna Mary Scheirer, 87, a lifelong resident of Essington, Tinicum Township, died on May 1, 2013 at the Christiana Care in Wilmington, Delaware. Born in Ridley Park, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Eva Walls. She was employed as a bookkeeper with the Interboro School District for 17 years until her retirement in 1986. Anna Mary was a longtime member of St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church in Essington where she taught Sunday School, served on the Vestry for 9 years, served on the Altar Guild, and was involved with organizing the Strawberry Festival for many years. She was the wife of the late John Arthur Scheirer, Sr., who died in 1982. She was also predeceased by her sons, John Arthur Scheirer, Jr. and Stanley Scheirer. Survivors: Her son, Leonard Scheirer of Wilmington, Del.; Her daughters Mary Scheirer of Essington and Margaret Scheirer of Alameda, Cal.; Her grandson John Michael and granddaughter Samantha; And her dear friends Walter and Linda Marvel of Essington. Memorial Service: Will be held on Saturday, May 4th, 2 P.M., at St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church, 16 West Third Street, in Essington, Pa. Burial: Will be private. In lieu of flowers: contributions made in Anna Mary's memory to St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church, 16 West Third Street, Essington, Pa. 19029 would be appreciated. Condolences: May be sent online to www.griffithfuneralchapel.com Arrangements: Are by the Griffith Funeral Chapel in Norwood, Pa.