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Claire Shultz Obituary
Claire Irene Shultz, 99, of Reading PA, passed away 02/28/2014.
Born 5/30/1915 in Reading, PA, the daughter of Harold and Helen Burkett. She had 3 brothers: Sonny B., Wally B., Dick B.
She married Richard Shultz on December 25, 1935.
Claire Shultz was recognized and loved by the members of the Berks County Community as a devoted public servant, citizen, wife and mother.
Claire, her husband and her son served faithfully the Berks County Boys Home starting in 1950. The Boys Home was administered as an exemplary institution serving as a home away from home for boys, with all of the love, attendant comfort, supervision, discipline and affection being provided by Claire, her husband and her son for boys in need of such attention and concern until she retired.
Claire enjoyed cooking and was well known for her baking of Christmas cookies, chocolate Easter eggs, and a number of other great meals. Claire was also well known for sewing. She also enjoyed traveling with her friends on cruises and, most of all, gambling in Atlantic City.
She was predeceased by her husband, Richard Shultz 12/25/67.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Sharon Shultz, and her grandchildren: Christopher, Lee Allen and his wife, Debe Shultz and her great-grandchild, Brinlee Shultz.
Claire made a positive impact on many people and was loved by each and every one of them.
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Memories and Condolences
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Crystal Ritter (Tobias)
May 4, 2015
Words cannot express how sad I was to hear of Mom's passing. I've been trying since Christmas to find her and visit. I lost contact with my moves and wanted to see her before I moved again. Dad and I wanted to visit. Gosh I loved her so much. If Pop and Mom wouldn't have taken care of Dad who knows where on the streets he would have been. Mom taught me so much in life. My best time in life was when I lived right around the corner from the home and could visit her anytime after she got the German Shepherd away. Mom I've missed you so much over the years. I'M so sorry Lee for your loss but now she is with Pop. I still remember visiting him the night before he died and sitting at his knees. Love to all.
Laraine Hagans
April 6, 2015
I can't believe she is gone.. She was my Aunt and I loved her more than anyone can imagine. She was always there for me. We just saw her at Xmas when we took her her favorite jelly's. I will miss you more than you can ever know.
michael morris
April 5, 2015
Dear Lee and family so sorry to hear of your mothers passing our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. She led a wonderful life and was loved by all,anything I can do contact me at 919-778-5032. Sincerely Mike Morris
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