Almeda “Marie” Shildt, 86, of 1854 Madison Avenue, Tyrone, died Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at her home.
She was born January 4, 1921 in Philipsburg, a daughter of Morris and Clara (Huzzard) Frank. On March 29, 1942 in Macon, Georgia she married Bernard E. “Doc” Shildt. He died April 23, 2006.
Surviving is a son, William Paul and wife Susan of State College; four grandchildren: April, Heather, Adele and Jacob and two great-grandchildren: Sonja and Logan. She was preceded in death by a daughter Elaine, four brothers and five sisters.
Mrs. Shildt was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Tyrone. She retired in 1981 from Penn State University as a lab technician following 15 years service. She was previously employed at Gardner Candies, Tyrone for a number of years.
Marie enjoyed reading, cooking and gardening.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 26, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Feller Memorial Home with Rev. Richard Shildt officiating. Interment will follow at Blair Memorial Park. Friends will be received at the funeral home on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of services.
Memorial gifts may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 102 W. 13th Street, Tyrone, Pa. 16686.
