Maria Sgherza Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Maria Sgherza in Reading, Pennsylvania. Maria, born on April 12, 1951, passed away on September 14, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Maria for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Maria’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Alfred Panebianco and Filomena Panebianco (Benincasa). She is survived by: her husband Gennaro Sgherza; her sons, Joseph A. Sgherza (Stephanie A. (Weaver)) and Alfred J. Sgherza; and her grandson Benjamin J. Sgherza.