Obituaries
Shirley A. Roda, 84
April 21, 2015
Shirley A. Roda, 84, of Lancaster, died Tuesday, April 21, 2015, at Hospice & Community Care. Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late August and Hilda (Demotta) Estrella. Shirley’s loving husband of 59 years, Frank J. Roda, died March 6.
She was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church. Shirley worked as a legal secretary and as a real estate broker. She was a devoted and loving wife and mother.
Shirley is survived by her daughter Michele N. Roda of Lancaster, her sister-in-law Joanna M., wife of Joseph M. Pawlikowski of Lancaster and her brother-in-law Joseph D. “JD”, Roda husband of Rebecca S. (Reynolds) of Landisville. Her brother Robert Estrella preceded Shirley in death.
Services and Inurnment in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum will be private. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Condolences to the Family
April 27, 2015
Dear Michele, Katie, and I wish to express our heartfelt sympathy on the recent loss of both your father,and mother. We know what a devoted, and attentive daughter you were. While no words of ours can ease your pain, we are thinking of you. Sincerely, Jacque and, Katie Gustafson
April 27, 2015
Michele, my heartfelt deepest condolences to you on the passing of your mother & father. You are all in my thoughts & prayers.
I have many warm memories of the love your parents had for you.
Linda (Laudenberger) Long
April 26, 2015
Dear Michele,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Your mom was a wonderful friend to my mom (Josie) and she enjoyed her frequent visits with her. I know it must be difficult for you and I know God will give you the strength that you need to go thru this journey.
Brenda Draper and Family
April 24, 2015
Dear Michele,
I taught you Spanish many years ago at Lancaster Catholic. You and your mom went to Spain on a student tour with me and my husband back in the 80s, 1981, I believe. Your mom was such a classy lady and an impeccable dresser. But more importantly, she was a kind person with a great sense of humor. We had a lot of laughs on that trip! If memory serves me correctly, your mom was quite the shopper.
Ray and I wish to express our deepest condolences on the death of your mom and the recent death of your dad. We never knew your dad but we remember your mom quite well. You were the “apple of her eye” and I know you will miss her tremendously. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this very sad time. Sincerely, Ray and Kathy Baxter
