Obituary of Shirley Rentschler

Shirley E. Rentschler, age 79 beloved wife of Butch Rentschler of east Vincent Township, died on Sunday April 2, 2017 in teh Parkhouse at Providence Pointe, Royersford PA. Shirley was born in Oaks, PA a dughter to the late William and Mabel (Bortman) Pierce. SAhe was a long time resident of Spring City. Shirley graduted for the Spring Ford High School, was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church where she was employed as teh church secretary for many years and then wokred as a teacher's aide for over twebty five years until her retirement. Shirley enjoyed cross stitching and most of all spending time with her family. In addition to her husband she is survived by Daughter: Rhonda Martin of Spring City and a son: Roger husband of Sandy Retschler of East Coventry, and 6 grandchildren: Sara Ambrose, Stephanie,Michelle, and Ashley Retschler and Amber and Courtney Martin. Also survived by Sisters: Jane Frain and Sandy Browder and Brothers: Wiliam and Ronald Pierce. Predeceased by sister: Ellen Atkinson Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral service on Thursday at 11am at the Zion Lutheran Church 39 Bonnie Brae Road Spring City PA 19475, the Rev. Paul Townsend will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Her viewing will be held Thursday at the church from 9:30-11am. Memorial gifts may be made in her memory to the Alzheimers Association, Southeastern Office 620 Freedom Blvd. Suite 101 King of Prussia PA 19406. The Shalkop Grace & Strunk Funeral Home is handling arrangements, On line tributes may be made at www.sgsfuneralhome.com