Peggy J. Strunk

Peggy J. Strunk, 79, formerly of Reinholds, entered into rest on Monday, July 30, 2007, in Ephrata Manor, following a brief illness.

Peggy’s husband, Harold G.M. Strunk, passed away Aug. 31, 2005.

Born in Reinholds, she was a daughter of the late Floyd and Ella Reider (Hershey) Markel.

She retired after working as a clerk in the Reinholds and Ephrata post offices.

She was a member of Swamp Christian Fellowship, where she served on the altar guild.

In the 1940s, Peggy was a professional dancer with the Holiday Dancers of Reading, performing with the USO.

She enjoyed knitting.

Surviving are three children: Catherine L., wife of James H. Hauck, Reinholds; Gregory C., husband of Kathy L. (Lorah) Strunk, Denver, Lancaster County; and Harold G.M. II, husband of Kathryn A. (D’Lauro) Strunk, Columbus, Ohio.

Other survivors include six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by a grandson, Michael Anthony Strunk, and a brother, William Markel.

Services will be Thursday at 3 p.m. with a viewing from 2 to 3 p.m. in the Roseboro Funeral Home, 533 Walnut St., Denver, with the Rev. Bradley J. Haws officiating. Burial will be in Swamp Cemetery, Reinholds.

Contributions in Peggy’s memory may be made to the Central Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 2040 Linglestown Road, Suite 104, Harrisburg, PA 17110. www.roseborofuneralhome.com