Obituaries
April 7, 2022

Sharon Ann Younkin – Speers

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Sharon Ann Younkin, 73, of Speers, passed away on April 6, 2022. Born on Feb. 7, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Phyllis Polen. She was retired from Joe Fida’s Instant Auto Plate Service Inc., as a Pennsylvania Notary. Sharon is survived by her children, Terry Younkin of Speers and Carla (Brian) Rotheram of Harrisburg; grandchildren, Brooke, Brian and Brianna Rotheram; and brother, Gary Polen of Bentleyville. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her companion, Donald Ingold; and sister, Marcia Polen. As per Sharon’s wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements are entrusted to the CARL J. SPALLINO FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION, Charleroi, Joseph A. Lopez, funeral director. Online condolences may be sent to www.spallinofuneralhome.com.

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