Marybelle Shover Thimgan

MaryBelle Shover Thimgan, age 83, of Carlisle, was called Home on Thursday, October 20, 2016 in Harrisburg, PA.
She was born January 8, 1933 in Carlisle to the late Paul and Hazel (Shughart) Shover.
MaryBelle was a graduate of Carlisle High School and attended the Harrisburg Hospital Nursing School. A seasoned secretary, she previously worked at C.H. Masland & Sons, Daily Express, Inc., Dickinson College and the Carlisle Area School District. She was an avid bridge player and held Grand Life Master status, regularly playing in bridge tournaments while living in The Villages, FL. Recently, MaryBelle and Larry made their way back to Carlisle after living in Florida for the past 31 years, spending time in Pine Island, Cape Coral and The Villages. She thrived in the company of her grandkids and was always prepared for adventure; whether it was collecting seashells and sand dollars along the beach, fishing off the boat, playing cards or visiting the local beaches along the Gulf Coast. Some of their fondest memories included being rocked to sleep in her arms listening to the original tales of Peter Cottontail and all his woodland friends. MaryBelle was the most loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother anyone could ask for. She lived to cherish and love all her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A devoted servant, MaryBelle loved going to church, singing in the choir, volunteering and spreading joy to all those around her through God's Word. She was truly one of the strongest women that you will ever know; strong in her spirit, soul and body.
She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Larry Thimgan of Carlisle; a son, Michael J. (and wife Barb) Thimgan of Newburg; a daughter, Nancy T. (and husband Royden) Mercado of Carlisle; five grandchildren, Rhyan, Jesse (and wife Lauren), Christian (and husband Michael), Brena (and husband Brad) and Casey (and husband Matt); twelve great-grandchildren, Riley, Caroline, Levi, Robby, Erby, Everson, Lilly, Tucker, Troy, Cora, Coleman and Eden; two sisters, Colleen and Linda; and two brothers, Tom and Ronnie. In addition to her parents, MaryBelle was preceded in death by one brother, Ted.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2020 W. Trindle Road, Carlisle, PA with Rev. Dale Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens.
Don't give up on the brink of a miracle, Don't give in, God is still on his throne, Don't give up on a miracle, Don't give up, remember we're not alone--Darlene Neptune
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