Geraldine (Snyder) Schields

RED LION – Geraldine (Snyder) Schields, 87, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Senior Commons at Powder Mill. She was the wife of Arthur Schields to whom she was married for 66 years.

Born in Brogue, she was a daughter of the late Titus and Beatrice Snyder. She graduated in 1956 from Red Lion Area Senior High School. Geraldine dedicated much of her working life to K-Mart, where she served as an assistant manager in the grill and deli before taking an early retirement. She also held a variety of other jobs over the years.

A woman of strong faith, Geraldine was a lifelong member of Bethel United Methodist Church, where she had worshipped since childhood. She was also a devoted member of the Happy Worker’s Circle for over 50 years. In her free time, Geraldine found joy in gardening, hosting large yard sales, and cooking. She was especially known for her delicious peanut butter fudge, a treat cherished by many.

In addition to her beloved husband, Arthur, she is survived by her two daughters, Colleen Schields and Jolene Graham and her husband Doug; one grandson, Dylan Graham; a brother, Kenneth Snyder and his wife Jane; a sister, Darla Robinson and her husband Terry; nieces and nephews: Dale Jr., Kandy, Darryl, Jenna, and Jason. She is preceded in death by a brother, Dale Snyder Sr.

A Celebration of Life Tribute Service will be held 11:00 AM, Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Bethel United Methodist Church, 1674 Furnace Road, Brogue, PA 17309 with Pastor Terry Robinson officiating. A viewing will be held from 10:00-11:00 at the church. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Olewiler and Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Inc., Red Lion, is honored to serve the family. The family kindly requests that guests who plan to attend refrain from wearing fragrances.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mrs. Schields’ honor may be made to Bethel United Methodist Church at 1674 Furnace Road, Brogue, PA 17309.

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