Emma L. Shirk Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Emma L. Shirk in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, who passed away on September 3, 2025 at the age of 77. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Emma L. Shirk to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Emma's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her husband Allen B. Shirk. She is survived by: her children, Valerie Schmeck (Dennis), Gregory L. Shirk and Jeffery W. Shirk (April); her grandchildren, Taylor A. Schmeck and Samantha J. Shirk (Jacob Boyer); her great grandchild Anders Boyer; and her siblings, Robert Behney (Linda Kay) and Katie R. Garhing.
Visitation was held on Saturday, September 27th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Inc. (34-38 N Reamstown Rd, Reamstown, PA 17567). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, September 27th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to the Salvation Army; give.salvationarmy.org.
