Jean Elizabeth Ciriaco

Jean E. (Toberman) Ciriaco, 87, of Muhlenberg Township, died December 9, 2013 in St. Joseph Medical Center, Bern Township.

She was married August 3, 1946 to Dr. Samuel Edward Ciriaco, who died March 18, 2003.

Born November 7, 1926 in Harrisburg, PA., she was a daughter of the Glenn E. Sr. and Ruth H. (Lengle) Toberman.

Jean was a 1944 graduate of Reading High School and a graduate of McCann School of Business.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Jean and Sam always loved to take the entire family to the Jersey Shore every summer for fun in the sun.

Her favorite day was Sunday, so she could prepare a big Italian meal for everyone to enjoy.

She is survived by two daughters: Deborah J., wife of Robert Westerholm of Sun City, Arizona and Patricia A. Boccagno, companion of Eugene Gary of Aubrey, Texas, a son-in-law, Victor J. Tucci of Muhlenberg Township and a daughter-in-law, Cynthia J. (Gasior) Ciriaco of Exeter Township.

Jean is also survived by seven grandchildren: Michael (Kelly) Ciriaco, Justin (Beth) Tucci, Zachary (Tracey) Kershner, Christi (Eric) Burkholder, Samuel (Linda) Ciriaco, Nicole (Eric) Flynn and Nicholas (Jennifer) Boccagno.

Other survivors include nine great grandchildren: Steven Hannon, Karleigh Kershner, Samuel Kershner, Grace Flynn, Harper Flynn, Henry Boccagno, Charles Boccagno, Brandon Ciriaco and Allegra Michele Tucci.

Jean was predeceased by two children: Michele L. Tucci and Dr. Michael A. Ciriaco and was also predeceased by three siblings: Betty Buttery, Ralph Toberman and Glenn Toberman Jr.

She will be sadly missed by many, but had a great life.

Per Jean's request, services and burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 1513 Cedar Cliff Drive, Camp Hill, PA 17011.

Kuhn-Stitzel Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, visit www.kuhnstitzelfuneralhomes.com