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Sandra Jane Shenk, 78
November 16, 2020
Sandra J. Shenk, 78, of Strasburg, formerly of Pequea and Akron, passed away suddenly at her son’s residence on November 16, 2020. She was born in Ephrata and was the daughter of the late D. Lester and Erla (Rudy) Dietrich.
She was preceded in death by her husband Vernon Titus Shenk in 1995. Their wedding anniversary is 12/16/67.
Sandra graduated from Ephrata High School as Valedictorian in 1960. She also studied Interior Design and Fashion at the Patricia Stevens School in Philadelphia, and later studied at Lancaster Bible College.
She retired after 15 years as the Fiscal Technician in the Development Department at Millersville University and Legal Secretary for the State System of Higher Education. Prior to MU, she was a Tupperware Manager and a bank teller at Ephrata National Bank.
Sandra was a founding member of ACTS Covenant Fellowship Church – Lancaster and founding member of Lampeter Church of the Brethren where she played the church organ and piano and a long-time member of Mt. Zion UMC.
Sandra enjoyed sewing, art, painting, playing the piano, organ, singing, writing poems, short stories, and children stories, and nature. She will be remembered as a humorous lady, who was friendly to all, caring, always ready to bless someone with encouragement and help. Sandra loved spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed traveling which included a trip to Europe, bird watching, and had a strong faith which was expressed with her love and concern for others.
Surviving are two daughters, Crystal L. Dull, wife of William S., of Lititz, Melody S. Braungard, wife of Christopher, of Denver, a son Forrest A. Shenk, of Strasburg, two grandchildren, Breonna and Monica Dull, two nieces, Julia Horne, of Lititz, Jane DiCola, of Akron, and a nephew Jeffrey Fry, of Lititz. She was preceded in death by a brother Harold Dietrich and a sister Lorraine Fry, wife of Franklin.
Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at 1:30PM at Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 3110 Lititz Pike with the Rev. Henry Buckwalter officiating and will also be Livestreamed. A closed casket visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery, Akron.
Immediately following interment, a reception will be held at the Hope United Methodist Church, located at 3474 Rothsville Road, Ephrata, PA 17522.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made Dr. James Dobson Family Institute 540 Elkton Dr. Suite 201 Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Arrangements entrusted to Bachman Snyder Funeral Home.
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Condolences to the Family
December 09, 2020
Dear Shenk Family, We were saddened to hear of the loss of your mother…our condolences to each of you. Although it was wasn’t very long….we enjoyed our time getting to know her and her family. As we watch the beauty of the birds, she is thought of often as she too has taken flight!
The Graybills
November 22, 2020
Sandy was a dear friend and a special person. I will miss her so much. Our condolences to Forrest, Crystal, and Melody. Gone too soon🙏🏻
Mary Ann Becker
November 22, 2020
Crystal, Melody, & Forrest,
I was so sorry to hear of Sandy’s passing. She was a special lady.
Dore Groff
November 20, 2020
Dear Family,
My thoughts are with you all. I will always remember Sandy as an energetic, go-getter! It’s as if the energy got super concentrated in her smaller frame!Sandy has always shown great love for her family and friends. Though we didn’t talk frequently, I always felt an immediate reconnection when we did catch up. Sandy has always been interested in the welfare of those she loves. Perhaps the body just couldn’t keep up with her energetic spirit any longer…we age..we grow old and move on…
Our bodies wear out and our non-physical spirit runs free. I hope you all will always feel her loving presence. It’s like the stars we don’t see during the day, but they are still there.
i know you will miss seeing her with your eyes. Now I hope you will sense her with your heart.
Much Love,
Karen
November 19, 2020
Dear Crystal, Melody, Forrest and Family,
So sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful time.
Sincerely and love,
Sally Levit
November 19, 2020
Jim remembers Sandy from high school days with a church get together at Albright College. Good friends with Sandy Wolfe and Shirley Wolfe. We appreciate the phone call, and our condolences are extended to family and friends.
With Sympathy, Jim and Dot Hofer, West Columbia, SC
November 18, 2020
I worked with Sandy at Millersville University. She was such a lovely, kind and caring person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Becky S Vickers-Gross
November 18, 2020
Dear Crystal, Melody and Forrest,
We were so sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. She was a good friend for over 60 years. At this time of loss, may you find comfort in God’s Word which offers the hope of eternal life through our Lord, Jesus Christ. May God’s blessings be with your family.
Ellie and Guenter
November 18, 2020
Dear Crystal, Melody, Forrest and Family,
We were very saddened to hear of the passing of Sandy. A long time friend of over 30 years, she will be so very deeply missed. She had a quick wit, and she was always interesting and interested in you no matter what the topic was. Over the years, she always asked about my husband Ken and son Justin and treated us with much kindness. May she rest in peace and enjoy the reunion with those who have gone before. We are praying the family will be surrounded with God’s comforting love.
Karen L Crouse
November 18, 2020
THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR CONDOLENCES, Crystal, Melody, Forrest & families.
November 17, 2020
I am so sorry Forrest and Melody. I pray the Holy Spirit will bring you comfort and peace during this time.
Teresa Beachy
November 17, 2020
Crystal, Melody and Forrest,
I’m sorry for your loss. I’m glad for the little bit that I was able to know your mother. Also, the obituary expanded my impression of who she was. I pray comfort, strength and hope in Jesus’ name for you and your families in this difficult time.
Steven A. Martin
November 17, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss.
Melissa Hagman
November 17, 2020
Condolences for Melody, Crystal and Forrest – I’m so sorry for your loss. Sandra was a sweet, loving Aunt. I pray that the Lord will give you His comfort
Jane DiCola
November 17, 2020
Dear Shenk Family, please know you are being lifted up in prayer during this time of grief and celebration. Grief over the earthly loss of your mother and celebration over here return to the Father.
Alecia Lutz
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- 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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