Loretta C. Beers

Mrs. Loretta C. Beers

Mrs. Loretta Carolyn Beers, 83, of West Penn Township, passed away peacefully on Feb. 5, 2026, at the Providence Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Pottsville. She was the devoted wife of Robert C. Beers, to whom she would have been married for 65 years in June.

Born on March 31, 1942, in West Penn Township, Loretta was the daughter of the late Oscar A. and Verna (Rex) Steigerwalt.

She was a proud graduate of Tamaqua High School, having completed her studies in 1959. Throughout her career, Loretta worked diligently in the textile industry, but her true pride resided in her roots as a farm girl. Her fondness for the outdoors was evident in her enjoyment of cutting grass alongside her husband and spending time in nature.

Loretta was an active and cherished member of Zion Stone Church in West Penn Township, where she dedicated 25 years of service as the church treasurer. Additionally, she was a member of the church alter guild and served on the kitchen committee, reflecting her commitment to her faith and community.

She is survived by her loving husband, Robert, and her children: Bruce R. Beers of Smithfield, Va., and Keith A. Beers, husband of Michele Beers, of West Penn Township. Loretta was also a proud grandmother to Jennifer, wife of Gunner Karason, Heather Beers, wife of the late James Sulin, Jacob Beers, Danika, wife of Michael Hayes, Maxine Beers and Lacey Beers. Her legacy extends to her great-grandchildren: Erik Karason, Emma Karason and Isabelle Sulin.

In addition to her immediate family, Loretta is survived by her siblings, June Koch, Richard, husband of Mary Steigerwalt, and Shirley Lorah.

She was preceded in death by several siblings, including Sandra Sassaman, Laverne Oswald, Oscar Steigerwalt Jr., Leonard Steigerwalt, Bernard Steigerwalt and Donald Steigerwalt.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to those who have offered support during this difficult time.

Services: A celebration of Loretta's life will be a private ceremony at Zions Stone Church of West Penn Township. She will be laid to rest in Zion Church Cemetery at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 2066 West Penn Pike, Rt. 309, New Ringgold. Contributions in her name may be made to Zion Stone Church, 45 Cemetery Road, New Ringgold, PA 17960. Online condolences or fond memories of Loretta can be shared by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.