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Obituary

Sheilagh Marlene Nowacki danced into the arms of Jesus on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 with her loving husband by her side. She was 74 years old.

Sheilagh was born to Louis R. Porto and Dorothy L. (Gardner) Porto on September 12, 1947 in Greenville, South Carolina. A few years later the family moved to New York, and when she was nine they settled in eastern Pennsylvania on a dairy farm. As a child, Sheilagh loved …

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The memorial service was very meaningful and special.A wonderful way to honor Sheilagh.May God Bless the family with co…
The memorial service was very meaningful and special.A wonderful way to honor Sheilagh.May God Bles…
The memorial service was very meaningful and special.A wonderful…
I always remember Sheilagh for her sweet and caring disposition. My heart goes out to her family, as I know they miss h…
I always remember Sheilagh for her sweet and caring disposition. My heart goes out to her family, a…
I always remember Sheilagh for her sweet and caring disposition.…
Sorry for your loss! But she was heaven’s gain. ❤️
Sorry for your loss! But she was heaven’s gain. ❤️
Sorry for your loss! But she was heaven’s gain. ❤️

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What was Sheilagh's favorite color?
Blue
Blue
Blue
What were Sheilagh's favorite ways to spend free time?
Reading, singing, knitting, watching movies, spending time with family
Reading, singing, knitting, watching movies, spending time with family
Reading, singing, knitting, watching movies, spending time with family
What were Sheilagh's favorite games to play?
Dutch Blitz, PIT, Aggravation, UNO, Spinner
Dutch Blitz, PIT, Aggravation, UNO, Spinner
Dutch Blitz, PIT, Aggravation, UNO, Spinner
What were Sheilagh's favorite sports teams?
Chicago Cubs
Chicago Cubs
Chicago Cubs

Timeline

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Born

September 12th, 1947
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Got married to Dean Nowacki

August 7th, 1971
Goshen, Indiana
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Had a child, Lisa Douglas

June 20th, 1973
Goshen, IN

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Method of disposition

Cremation

Neptune Cremation Society
Funeral services provided by

Neptune Cremation Society

Hospice care provided by

Paradigm Health

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