OBITUARY
Sarah Jane Esterly
March 4, 1935 – January 14, 2021
Sarah Jane Esterly, 85, passed away Thursday January 14, 2021 in Manor Care Laureldale. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Franklin M. Esterly. She was born in Laureldale on March 4, 1935 a daughter of the late, George J. Schaeffer and Nellie (Diehm) Schaeffer. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children; Franklin M. Esterly, Jr. (Nancy), Lorraine Collier (Benny), Vincent Esterly, Bonita Bowers, Peter Esterly (Jennifer), Mary Stubblebine (Ron), Deborah Rowe (Coby), Ruth Natole (Todd), Rebecca Wunderlich (Jayme), 30 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren.
Services will be Friday January 22, 2021 at 1230pm in Theo C Auman Funeral Home, 247 Penn St Reading. Burial to follow in Berks County Memorial Gardens. Viewing Friday 1030-1230pm. www.theocauman.com
FAMILY
- Franklin M Esterly, Husband
- George J Schaeffer, Father (deceased)
- Nellie Schaeffer, Mother (deceased)
- Franklin M Esterly, Jr, Son
- Nancy Esterly, Daughter-in-law
- Lorraine Collier, Daughter
- Benny Collier, Son-in-law
- Vincent Esterly, Son
- Bonita Bowers, Daughter
- Peter Esterly, Son
- Jennifer Esterly, Daughter-in-law
- Mary Stubblebine, Daughter
- Ron Stubblebine, Son-in-law
- Deborah Rowe, Daughter
- Coby Rowe, Son-in-law
- Ruth Natole, Daughter
- Todd Natole, Son-in-law
- Rebecca Wunderlich, Daughter
- Jayme Wunderlich, Son-in-law
- 30 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 5 great great granchildren
Services
No public services are scheduled at this time. Receive a notification when services are updated.
Memories
Sarah Jane Esterly
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ADD A MEMORYDebra Wesner
January 22, 2021
I remember as kids going to your house for bible studies.you will be missed by all.god has another angel.my prayers to your family
Larry and Sharron Roth
January 21, 2021
To Uncle Frank, the Esterly kids and families. We are so sorry for Aunt Sarah's passing. We have been married 53 years so have alot of old old fun memories. Please know we are thinking about you. God Bless ❤
Ashley Witman
January 20, 2021
Sarah(mom)the day I met you,you had the sweetest attitude about you. Your smile brightened up a room. Bonita thank you for introducing me to such a beautiful angel.
Kathie Sanders
January 19, 2021
Aunt Sarah you will be missed by many. We remember you as a loving and caring person. The kindness and love you shared with our Mother/your sister gave her comfort so often.
Ann L, John, Kathie and David
Marilyn Schlageter
January 18, 2021
RIP Mrs Esterly I'll never forget the trip with your family to Richrest NC and the way you taught me about how to believe that God is the way to heaven Be at peace Sarah love Marilyn