Susan L. Shifler

Susan L. Shifler

Susan Shifler Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 2 to Feb. 3, 2004.
SHIFLER
SUSAN L.
Susan L. Shifler, 52, of North East, PA, died at her cottage at Findley Lake on Sunday, February 1, 2004, following an extended illness. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA on May 29, 1951, a daughter of the late Jack V. and Ella Mae Knox Snyder. She was a graduate of Hempfield High School, in Pgh., Class of 1969, Westminster College, Class of 1973 and received her Master's Degree in Education from Gannon University in 1975. She had worked for the Millcreek School District and taught at J.S. Wilson from 1974 to 1976, and had been a part time English instructor at Gannon University from 1981 until 1988. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant where she was a Sunday School Teacher, an elder and a member of the Communications Committee. She was a member of the PEO Sisterhood Chapter Q. She is survived by her husband John R. Shifler, a daughter Jennifer Gross and her husband Brad, of Pgh., and a brother, Jack Snyder and his wife Nikki of Lake Tahoe, NV. Friends may call at the BURTON FUNERAL HOME, 602 West 10th St., Mon. 7-9 pm, and Tues. 2-5 & 7-9 pm, and are invited to attend a Service Wednesday at the First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant, 247 West 6th Street, at 10 am, with Rev. Dr. Steven M. Marsh officiating. Interment will be in Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant, 250 West 7th St., Erie, PA 16501; or Gift Program, UPMC Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute, Development Dept., Medical Arts Bldg., Ste 400, 3708 Fifth Ave., Pgh. PA 15213-3405. Send condolences & flowers at www.burtonfuneralhomes.com
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February 6, 2004

Susan Smith Gross posted to the memorial.

February 2, 2004

Angela Barringer & family posted to the memorial.

February 2, 2004

Amy & Paul Kowal posted to the memorial.

Susan Smith Gross

February 6, 2004

Susan, Debbie and Audrey Smith knew the Snyders from Maplewood Presbyterian Church in Greensburg, PA. Our deepest sympathies are with you. God Bless. Debbie McGahen now resides in Erie, Audrey & Susan in Harrisburg.

Angela Barringer & family

February 2, 2004

John and Jenny,

Our deepest sympathy to you both and Brad. We were we so sorry to hear about Sue,your mom. We have such great memories of her. She was so proud of you Jen. My girls were deeply upset to hear what you are going thru. With the passing of my mom they really realize what it is to lose someone so dear to you. Just remember she will always be with you they can't take away your memories. She touched all of our lives with her smile, she was a great person always remember that. Take care and if you need anything Jen,just call !

Amy & Paul Kowal

February 2, 2004

Dearest Jenny & Brad and John,

We share in your sadness in the passing of your dear Mom and wife. We extend our sympthay to all during this time of sorrow.

LES & JEAN GROSS

February 2, 2004

John and Jenny

Our love and prayers are with you and your family at this time and always.

Les and Jean Gross & Family

Dale and Darcy Matson

February 2, 2004

Johnny and Jenny: So sorry to hear about the loss of Sue. She is in a better place now and God will look after her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bob Oltmanns

February 2, 2004

John and Jenny:

Our deepest sympathies at the passing of Susan. Everyone here at S&O shares the tears and sadness of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Georgia Johnson

February 2, 2004

My deepest sympathy to John and Jennifer and family at this sad time. Sue was the dearest woman ever, beautiful in every way. I am honored to have known her. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May your sweet memories sustain you now.

Amy Karchut & Jaison Milkovich

February 2, 2004

Dear Jenny:

I am SO sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I can't imagine what you are going through. Just remember that she is in God's hands and he will take care of her. If there is anything that I can do, just let me know. I will be thinking and praying for you and your family.

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February 6, 2004

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