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Shirley A. Christopher

June 9, 1941 - December 31, 2021

Shirley A. Christopher, age 80, of Bear, DE passed away peacefully at home on December 31, 2021. She was born in Chester, PA to the late Gilbert and Ada Benedek. Shirley was a loving Mom, Grandmom and great Grandmom. She loved holiday get togethers with her family. Shirley enjoyed her 1974 Grand Torino, watching thriller movies, and playing the lottery. She had a sweet tooth and especially liked her vanilla ice cream. Shirley was known for always looking sharp and presentable and enjoyed keeping up with her appearance. She is survived by her loving children: Shirley Griffin (Michael), Debra Wertz (fiancé William Doohan), Patricia Cararini (Gino), Frank Christopher, and Shannon Watson (Don); her brother, John Benedek (Barbara); her sister, Margaret Baughman ; her brother-in-law, Richard Steinbach; 14 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and her dear friend JoAnn. Shirley was preceded in death by her son-in-law, John Wertz; her sisters: Mary Steinbach and Marcella McAlpin; and her brothers-in law: Bob Baughman and Sam McAlpin; and her dear friend, Annette. Family and friends are invited to a graveside committal at Saints Peter & Paul Cemetery, 1600 Sproul Rd, Springfield, PA 19064 at Noon on Thursday, January 6, 2022. In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the Deborah Heart and Lung Center, 200 Trenton Rd, Browns Mills, NJ 08015. For directions or to send an online condolence visit www.stranofeeley.com Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home 302-731-5459

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Shirley A. Christopher, age 80, of Bear, DE passed away peacefully at home on December 31, 2021. She was born in Chester, PA to the late Gilbert and Ada Benedek. Shirley was a loving Mom, Grandmom and great Grandmom. She loved holiday get... View Obituary & Service Information

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