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Elizabeth A. "Shirley" Forlini

Elizabeth A. “Shirley” Forlini, 99, formerly of Reading, passed away Tuesday June 9, 2026 at 4:07 am in the residence of her daughter Debra L. Hart of Exeter Township. She was the wife of the late John J. Forlini who passed away April 3, 2006. Born in Reading, Mrs. Forlini was the daughter of the late Thomas H. and Laura J. (Schelley) Breen. She was a member of Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Reading. Mrs. Forlini is survived by her children Peter J. Forlini husband of Cynthia Forlini of Florida; Patricia A. Barrell wife of Glenn G. Barrell of Bernville; Debra L. Hart wife of Russel A. Hart with whom she last resided, and her 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Mrs. Forlini was preceded in death by her son John M. Forlini husband of Christine Forlini who passed away December 28, 2024 and her siblings Thomas H. Breen, James Breen, John “Jack” Breen, Margaret Stengel, Ruth Scheidegger, Ethel L. Breen, Mary Mull. Better known to everyone who loved her as Nanny or Shirley, she was most happy when she was with her family, especially her children and beloved grandchildren. She always chose to see the best in everyone, and it was rare when she wasn’t smiling or laughing.

Prayer Service will be held at the Chapel of Saint George at Gethsemane Cemetery 3139 Kutztown Road, Laureldale, Monday June 22, 2026 at 10:00 am. Reverend Monsignor John J. Grabish will officiate. Entombment will follow. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society PO Box 6704, Hagerstown, Maryland 21741 in memory of Mrs. Elizabeth A. Forlini. Bean Funeral Home 1605 Rockland Street, Hampden Heights is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com

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Phyllis E. Kalina

Phyllis E. Kalina (Vilardo), 90, of Reading, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, at her sister’s home. She was the loving wife to Stephen R. “Butch” Kalina, for over 45 years of marriage before his passing on October 29, 2005. Born in Reading, Phyllis was the daughter of the late, Philip Vilardo and Josephine (Genova). Phyllis was a supervisor at Penn Optical manufacturing for over 20 years, before her retirement.

She loved shopping and traveling with her husband, Butch, especially to Disney World, golf/bowling tournaments or going on cruises. Phyllis enjoyed playing the lottery and going to church, but most of all she loved to laugh and to be silly around her family and friends.

Phyllis is survived by her sister, Dorothy H. Marabella, nieces and nephews, Michelle Snyder (James), Philip Marabella (Stephanie), Michael Vilardo (Alynda) and Sharon Gundersen (Paul), and many great nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband Stephen, Phyllis is predeceased by brother, Michael J. Vilardo (Betty) and nephew, John M. Marabella (Kathy).

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM in St. Ignatius Loyola R.C.C. 2600 St. Albans Drive, Reading, PA 19609. Entombment to follow in Gethsemane Cemetery, Chapel of St. George. The family will receive relatives and guests in St. Ignatius Loyola R.C.C. from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Phyllis’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Bean Funeral Home, Shillington, has been entrusted with arrangements. Online guestbook and condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com

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