Morris A. Shirey, Sr.

YORK- Morris A. Shirey, Sr. 74, died Monday, September 12, 2011 at Hospice of Lancaster County in My. Joy. He was the husband of the late Patricia Y. (Heiner) Shirey. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Heffner Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Shirey was born on July 22, 1937 in York. He was a son of the late Roy S. and Rose E. (Harbaugh) Shirey. He worked as a proofreader at the former Progressive Typographers until his retirement. Mr. Shirey was a member of the York Viking Club, The 13th Ward Political Club, Prince Athletic Association Club of York, Rooster Social Club, Liberty Fireman’s Social Club, 12th Ward Democratic Club, Girard Athletic Association of York, Vigilant Fire Company Social Club, and AARP. Mr. Shirey proudly served in the US Navy during the Korean War. Mr. Shirey is survived by two sons, Morris A. Shirey, II and companion Pamela Dellinger of York and Steven Shirey and wife Mikey or York; two grandchildren, Morris A. Shirey, III and Angelina R. Shirey; two sisters, Roxie A. Warfel and husband Dale of York and Ida J. Crall of Florida; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister Rose M. Howard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lancaster County, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mt. Joy, PA 17552.