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1936
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2017
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Shirley Fissel Obituary
East Berlin
Shirley J. (Knight) Fissel, 80, passed away on January 5, 2017. She was the wife of Larry G. Fissel with whom she would have celebrated their 61st anniversary on January 21.
Shirley was born July 7, 1936 in Mt. Joy Twp., the daughter of the late Richard and Lorraine (Shatzer) Knight.
Shirley was an active member of Zwingli U.C.C. in East Berlin, and the East Berlin Lioness Club.
In addition to her husband Larry, Shirley is survived by two daughters, Lori S. Roller and her husband, Wayne, and Robin L. Saxon and her husband, Rodrick, all of East Berlin; three granddaughters, Leslie A. Roller, Melanie J. Rusnak and her husband, Steven, and Nicole L. Saxon; a grandson, Justin L. Roller and his wife, Erin; a great-granddaughter, Kiersten Lee; a step great- granddaughter, Kyleigh; a brother, Richard J. Knight and his wife, Barbara; an aunt, Betty Leonard, and numerous cousins. She was predeceased by a sister, Sandra J. Knight; and two brothers, Colin L. and Barry G. Knight.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at 11 a.m. at Zwingli U.C.C., 403 W. King St, East Berlin, with her pastor, Rev. Dr. Margaret J. Wise, officiating. Burial will be in East Berlin Union Cemetery. There will be no viewing, however, the family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the East Berlin Union Cemetery, 1614 Germany Rd, East Berlin, PA 17316. Feiser Funeral Home, Inc, 306 Harrisburg St, East Berlin, is in charge of arrangements. Memories may be shared at
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January 11, 2017
Larry and family, Our condolences to you during this difficult time. May God give you His peace and comfort, as you adjust to life here without Shirley.
Sincerely, Joe & Carol (Miller) Fretz
(FYI...When we told Fred Miller about Shirley's death, we had to remind him who Larry Fissel is...Fred is declining mentally and physically.)
ML Frey
January 9, 2017
To the family,
May God provide a measure of comfort in the loss of a very special lady!!
Shirley was so sweet and kind with a beautiful smile!
She was a great member of the community.
She will be sorely missed.
Rest in peace dear sweet Shirley!
January 9, 2017
Our condolences to Larry and family may your memories console you during this difficult time.
Jill and John Lerew
Jody Hagerman (Altland)
January 8, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. I want to express my deepest sympathy to all of you. May God hold you close & give you comfort.
Paul and Deb Rahe
January 8, 2017
Lori and Wayne and family, We are so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. May you find comfort in your good memories of her. God grant you peace. Sending prayers and love to all of your family.
Dee
January 7, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there is a hope for our love ones lost in death can be reassuring.
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