Elizabeth A. Forlini
OBITUARY
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