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Brett Shankroff Obituary
March 5, 1960 - November 26, 2017
Myerstown
Brett J. Shankroff, 57, died Sunday, November 26, 2017, at his residence. He was the husband of Rita M. (Sponhower) Shankroff, to whom he was married 34 years on August 28, 2017. Born in Harrisburg, on March 5, 1960, he was the son of Benjamin and Suzanne (Miller) Shankroff of Lebanon.
A 1978 graduate of Cedar Crest High School, he was a member Congregation Beth Israel, Lebanon. Brett was owner and operator of Dairy Queen East, Lebanon, being involved there since 1975. He was a car enthusiast and enjoyed restoring cars. Brett was a member of the NSRA, and enjoyed skiing.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Kelsey, wife of Adam Boyer of Myerstown; a grandson, Blake Boyer; a future granddaughter; and a brother, Mark, wife of Betty Shankroff of Myerstown. He was preceded in death by twin sons, Nathan and Justin Shankroff.
A memorial service will be held Friday, December 1, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. at StoneRidge Poplar Run, Theatre on Main, 440 E. Lincoln Ave., Myerstown. The procession leaves for the cemetery at 11 a.m. Interment will be at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Colon Cancer Alliance, 1025 Vermont Ave. NW #1066, Washington, DC 20005 or The V Foundation for Cancer Research, 14600 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513.
Grose Funeral Home, Myerstown, has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Karen Oliver (Billingham)
December 6, 2017
So sorry to hear about Brett's passing. Some of my best working years were spent at the DQ, and Brett was there to share them with me and the rest of the gang in the 80's. Rita, Sue, and Ben - you are in my prayers.
Mark Vancura
December 5, 2017
Ben, Sue, Mark and families:
Brett and I shared much more than just a birthday. I am so glad I got to visit him a few years ago during my class re-union. We talked then about skiing together again sometime (he told me of Ben's accident skiing as I recall.) But I will always attribute my love of skiing and golf to my friendship with Brett. They are sports I can still enjoy, and that I actually do better now than when I was a kid, unlike other sports. I do feel so very sad for your loss, for our loss, but Brett added love and spirit to quite a few lives, and I will always be thankful for what he shared with me. I suspect that there will maintain some connection for me with him forever.
Mark Vancura
Buckmoyer & greeninger family
December 3, 2017
Thoughts and prayers are with your family.
December 1, 2017
We have been coming to the DQ for many years. We will always remember Brett's smiling face and his sense of humor. Even when we would sit down to eat our ice cream, he would come out from behind the counter to talk to us about his vacation trips and all the cars that he was working on and restoring. Our deepest sympathies go out to Rita, Kelsey, and the entire DQ family. We will certainly miss him. RIP Brett - our friend. Luv; Bear and Joan !!
December 1, 2017
We have been coming to the DQ for many years. We always remember Brett's smiling face and his sense of humor. Even when we would sit down to eat our ice cream, he would come out from behind the counter to talk to us about his vacation trips and all the cars that he was working on and restoring. Our deepest sympathies go out to Rita, Kelsey, and the entire DQ family. We will certainly miss him. RIP Brett - our friend. Luv; Bear and Joan !!
December 1, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Kelsey, and the rest of your family. Rick said Macungie will never be the same without Brett .
Carole, Phil & Chris Nason
December 1, 2017
Rita and Kelsey so sorry to hear of Brett's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jan Klink
November 30, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God grant you comfort and peace in this diffcult time.
Joanne Hofmann
November 29, 2017
Rita and family - my deepest sympathies to you. Brett was a unique person with the sharpest sense of humor I ever knew. I'm happy that Ray and I had the opportunity to know him. I'd like to think that they are together now, tinkering on some old jalopy somewhere, healthy and carefree!
Sue Auman Kurtz
November 29, 2017
Our hearts are with you and yours Rita and the entire Shankroff family. Brett holds a special place in my heart as a kind hearted man and boss during my six years working at Dairy Queen East. He loved his family and loved his life, never a dull moment or unhappy face when Brett was in the room. We will always remember how he loved to tell jokes or funny stories and keep everyone entertained with his wit. He will be deeply missed by anyone who had the good fortune of knowing him. Sending much love and prayers.
Judy Vindich
November 29, 2017
Rita and family....so very sorry for your loss!
Mike & Debra Brewer
November 29, 2017
Condolences and prayers to Brett's family. His large personality and great sense of humor will be missed.
Gary Bergman
November 29, 2017
So sorry to hear about Brett passing, I have such fond memories of skiing years ago with Chuck Brubaker, Brett and his brother Mark. My sincerest condolences to his entire family. Another good person taken from us way too soon.
Andy & Missy Light
November 28, 2017
So sorry to hear about Brett. He was a great boss and a good friend to Andy and I back in the day. Even more important, he was a great person. His smile and spirit will be missed by all who knew him. Our sympathies to the entire Shankroff family as well as to all of his DQ family.
Katie Seyfert
November 28, 2017
Brett was such a kind person and he made work so much fun. Kelsey was 4 years old when I started working at DQ. I remember because Brett told me about 100 times a day that he had a 4 year old at home. He adored her. Rita and Kelsey you are in my thoughts.
Deb Leeper
November 28, 2017
Sorry so sad I knew Brett from years ago when he drove around lebanon with his motor head car and had a garage off of canal st. At the time my bf was Gurney Eisenhauer and all the car nuts knew each other. After yrs I would still see him at DQ such a nice funny guy! Sending my condolences to the whole family.
Midge Battistelli (Wida)
November 28, 2017
Sorry to hear of the passing of Brett. He made the time I worked at the DQ a blast. He always knew how to make you laugh. He will be missed by many.
Bill and Kathy Kissling
November 28, 2017
With sympathy from the Kissling family.
November 28, 2017
Sue, Ben, Mark and family - sending our deepest sympathies and grieving the loss of Brett. Praying for comfort and strength for you all. We will always, always remember him, and the many happy memories of growing up together. Peace and comfort, Heidi (Vancura) Schumacher
November 28, 2017
We are so sorry to hear about Bret thoughts and prayers to the family The Weaver's from HBG DQ
Jennifer Newlon (Baeshore)
November 28, 2017
I am so sorry for you loss. I have very fond/fun memories over the years working with Brett at DQ. He always kept us laughing....he was a great boss and all around great person.
Harvey & Lu Philumalee
November 28, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
November 28, 2017
So sorry to see a good man leave so early , you will be missed dearly Mike an crystal an family.
Susie Hain
November 28, 2017
Sorry for your loss
Linda smith
November 27, 2017
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS LINDA N JIM SMITH
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