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Lorretta Schirmer Obituary

Lorretta G. Schirmer of Lansdale passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025 at the age of 86. Born in Kulpsville, she was the daughter of the late Wilmer and Anne (Godshalk) Cressman. She was also the wife of the late Robert B. Schirmer. She graduated from Lansdale High School and had various jobs while raising her children. She attended Hopewell Fellowship Church in Telford. She loved God and her family more than anything. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Schirmer of Souderton, son, Allen Schirmer (Cathy) of Trappe, daughter, Diane Detweiler (Willard) of Perkasie; six grandchildren, Kristen, Nathan, Robin, Krista, Jodi, and Brandon; six great grandchildren, Jon, Jeff, Joe, Jenna, Savannah, and Aidan; brother, Welly, and sisters, Alice and Annette. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brothers, Jim and Harry, and sisters, Valeria, Alma, Lorraine, and Patsy. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation with the family from 1:30pm to 2:00pm on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at Hopewell Christian Fellowship Church, 601 Hunsicker Road, Telford, PA 18969. A funeral service will follow at 2:00pm. Refreshments will be provided after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to: Chosen 300 Ministries or Grief Share Ministries at Hopewell. Arrangements entrusted to Raffeo-DiCecco Memorial Home. (610) 630-3259 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Lorretta, please visit our Tree Store.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Jun. 6, 2025.

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cindy cheffy

June 11, 2025

Dear Debbie, Allen, and Diane,
Ted and I are very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She will be missed. The last few days, I've been remembering my memories of Aunt Lorretta- she was a kind and gracious lady. My most vivid memory is the almost weekly pinochle games around our kitchen table- Aunt Lorretta and Uncle Bob vs my mom and dad- my father, of course, complaining about the awful hand he was dealt! Isn't it a comfort to know we will see them again. They are probably playing pinochle together right now! Praying the peace of God over you and the family at this time. Love, Ted & Cindy Cheffy

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