Shirley A. Klemka, 83 of Forks Twp., PA died Friday, Dec. 21, 2018 at Atria Senior Living in Bethlehem. Born Sept. 10, 1935 in Flicksville, PA she was a daughter of the late Mary Alice (Pensyl) and Oliver Jennings. A 1953 graduate of Bangor High School, she had been employed by Laneco and Binney & Smith. Shirley was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Forks Twp., the Keen Agers and the Tatamy Social Club. She was kind and giving to many, a lady full of grace & forgiveness.
She is survived by her son: David Stem (Louise); grandson: Jason Stem; step-children: Alan Klemka (Joan), Kathleen Yarnell (Robert); brother: Robert Jennings (Linda); nieces, nephews; and great-niece and primary caregiver since Ed’s passing: Betty Ann Schaefer. Husbands Floyd Stem and Edward Klemka, son Charles Stem, grandchildren Anna Marie Stem and Michael David all died earlier.
Services are 11 AM Saturday (Dec. 29) in Faith Lutheran Church, 2012 Sullivan Trail, Easton with visitation 10 to 11 AM. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Interment is in Northampton Memorial Shrine.
Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Lutheran Church. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Joan A. Hughes Kleckler(Niece)
December 25, 2018 at 2:37 pm
Sending much love and many prayers to Aunt Shirley’s family. I will not beable to attend, but my heart is
with you all.It is so difficult to loose a loved one and Aunt Shirley was a classic, beautiful person, she
always remembered birthdays,Christmas, special occasions, etc. She had a very great love for her family and I was proud to call her Aunt. *I know that heaven has been celebrating a happy reunion with her
husband Uncle Ed, Charlie,Anna Marie and young David. I know my parents, Betty and Maurice, Aunt
Gloria, Uncle John and Uncle Granville and of course her beautiful and loving parents Oliver and Mary
Jennings, all welcomed her with loving arms. She is not suffering anymore and her dream of being together with all of her loved ones has become a realization. HEAVEN HAS A NEW ANGEL.
Rest in peace Aunt Shirley you are surrounded by love, I love you .
Jessica Hawk
December 26, 2018 at 10:21 am
Nanny was one of the kindest ladies I ever had the honor of knowing. Our family was priviledged to receive her unconditional love and kindness. She never missed a birthday or holiday and we will miss receiving her heartfelt cards. We love you Nanny.
Judy Nordell
December 26, 2018 at 1:52 pm
Shirley was the first person to give me a warm welcome when I began attending Faith Lutheran and always there with a phone call, a card, and her well wishes. Shirley was an active member of Lutheran Women in Mission, dedicating her time and preparing the monthly meeting devotions. Always a highlight of every meeting. Shirley was always supportive of everything our women’s group did especially supporting me on Mite Walks at conventions. When I spoke to her earlier this month she was looking forward to moving to her new assisted living home. Despite having been hospitalized for a fall then in rehab, she found time to call, send notes and a Christmas card. One of the kindest, most caring people I’ve ever met. The Angels are singing at her arrival in Heaven. I wish I could be there on Saturday, but know that Shirley understands I will be in Canada with my grandsons. God bless and comfort all who mourn.
Tamra
December 29, 2018 at 9:45 am
Please accept my condolences to your family. I hope that God’s promise of the resurrection brings you comfort during this very difficult time. (Acts 24:15)