Shilling,Andrew J.,Sr.
Shilling, Jr., 75, Reading, passed away Wednesday, January 7th, 2009, while in the company of family members in his residence.
Andrew was born in Reading, the son of the late Andrew J. Sr. and Carolyn F. (Klusewitz) Shilling.
He was the widower of Carol L. (Mountz) Shilling. She died 9/23/2005.
He was employed as a city firefighter at Union Fire Company # 13 for 28 years. He retired in 1988.
He served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War.
He was a member of the International Association of Firefighters and Volunteer Firemans Relief Association.
He was a 1954 graduate of Reading High School.
Andrew is survived by
a daughter, Kathleen wife of Paul Wolf of Lakeland,FL..
three sons Robert G. husband of Kelly Shilling of Birdsboro, David A. ,husband of Toni Shilling of Exeter Twp., Gary M. Shilling of Reading.
Andrew is also survived by
a brother, Ronald Shilling of Omaha,Nebraska.
Sister in Law-Judy Mountz of Reading
He is also survived by 7 grandchildren-Zackery,Rebecca,Sarah,Marlee,Michael Shilling and Jeremy and Justin Wolf
Religious Service at Sanders Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 1501 N. 11th St.,Reading,at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 10th.
Friends are invited to call Saturday 9:00-11:00 AM at the funeral home.
Interment at Aulenbach’s Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Charity of Your Choice.
Sorry for your loss. May the power from above guide you to live life to the fullest with may loving memeories. All my love and condolences.
Bob and Kelly: My condolences on the passing of your loved one. Just know that he is with loved ones and your family is in my prayers. May God Bless you and your family. Clare
I work with Kelly and have heard such wonderful stories about your father, Mr Shilling. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Take refuge in the Lord’s ability to heal and comfort in the knowledge that your father is at rest and peace.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Patten
May God comfort your family during this loss and provide His peace that surpasses all understanding. I didn’t know Mr. Andrew Shilling but I do know his son Bob. Based on the person and character present in his son, I know Andrew Shilling was a heck of a man and his legacy lives on. God Bless You.
Kathy: Sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. I hope he went peacefully and did not suffer. Hope you are enjoying Florida, and do not get caught in this winter weather.
Your friend, Bill Meek
May God comfort you in your time of loss.
My Pop-pop was an amazing man. I’m going to miss him so much.
To Bob, Kathy, David, Gary and your families, My family and I were so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad, Andy. I am sorry I/we missed the service on Saturday morning; I was out of town at the time. Your father and his late wife Carol were wonderful people. They will be sorely missed by many. As someone said in a previous memorial statement above; Andy’s legacy will live on in all of you and all of the people who’s hearts he touched in the 75 years of his life. He is with God now and back with his beloved Carol. I believe he will always be looking down from Heaven and smiling (as he did so often and so well) and comforted when he sees all of you; knowing you are all well. Peace be with all of you in this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Vivian J. (Urkuski) Stetzler
Dave, Bobby, Kathy, Gary,
My deepest condolences to all of you and your families. Something brought me to search for the Shilling name on the internet today, as I’ve been out of touch with all of you for so long and I found that your father has passed. I’m so sorry to hear of this.
I’ll never forget him. I especially remember the times spent at his house visiting and he would occasionally show us that he really could play a few chords on the guitar! He was a fun man with a GREAT, dry sense of humor that I always enjoyed. I’ll never forget visiting him as a young boy at the Union Fire Company and his letting us “look but don’t touch” the trucks. I have always respected him for his profession. He was a good man.
God bless all of you.
Your Friend,
Scott