Obituary of Emily M. Steltz

Emily M. Steltz, age 82 of Sweet Valley, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Kadima Rehab and Nursing at Lakeside, Harveys Lake. She was born in Wilkes-Barre on September 28, 1937 and was the daughter of the late John and Florence Thomas Marshall. Emily graduated from GAR High School and was employed as a bookkeeper at Luzerne Motors. She was a lifelong musician playing at local churches , social gatherings, and was an entertainer at Yesterday's Restaurant for many years. Emily was a member of the Maple Grove United Methodist Church. She was an avid reader. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter E. "Buzz" Steltz. Emily is survived by daughter, Beth Chocallo and her husband Richard; son, Walter "Buck" Steltz and his wife Lisa; brother, John Marshall of SD; 6 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; faithful companion, Daisy. Private family services will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the Curtis L. Swanson Funeral Home, Inc., corner of routes 29 and 118, Pikes Creek. Memorial contributions can be made to the Sweet Valley Ambulance Association, 5399 Main Rd., Sweet Valley, PA 18656.