Obituary for Lori L. and Dori A. Schappell
Lori L. Schappell and Dori A. Schappell, conjoined twins, 62, of Reading, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
Born in West Reading, they were the daughters of Franklin G. Schappell, Perry Twp.; and the late Ruth G. (Reppert) Schappell. Lori and Dori both graduated from the Hiram G. Andrew's Center. They were previously employed at the Reading Hospital. As of 2022, Lori and Dori were the oldest living conjoined twins in the world. Over the years, they have appeared in many documentaries and talk shows; as well as appearing in an episode of Nip/Tuck. It was very important for Lori and Dori to live as independently as possible. Since the age of 24, they have maintained their own residence and have traveled extensively. Dori had a career as a country singer, performing throughout the United States; and Lori is a trophy-winning bowler. Lori and Dori cared about others and gave of their time for many years at the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon.
Surviving in addition to their father are six siblings: Rodney F. Schappell, Cumru Twp.; Denise E. Schappell, Perry Twp.; Dennis J. Schappell, husband of Lisa, Centre Twp.; Brenda R. (Schappell) Zellers, companion of Deric Henn, Tilden Twp.; Patti E. (Schappell) Cahill, wife of Dale, Geneva, OH; and Gregory C. Schappell, husband of Tulsa, Shoemakersville; several nieces and nephews; uncle: Sam Reppert; two aunts: Shirley Hockman and Rosetta Reppert; and an extended family of friends.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., Leesport, is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.
Born in West Reading, they were the daughters of Franklin G. Schappell, Perry Twp.; and the late Ruth G. (Reppert) Schappell. Lori and Dori both graduated from the Hiram G. Andrew's Center. They were previously employed at the Reading Hospital. As of 2022, Lori and Dori were the oldest living conjoined twins in the world. Over the years, they have appeared in many documentaries and talk shows; as well as appearing in an episode of Nip/Tuck. It was very important for Lori and Dori to live as independently as possible. Since the age of 24, they have maintained their own residence and have traveled extensively. Dori had a career as a country singer, performing throughout the United States; and Lori is a trophy-winning bowler. Lori and Dori cared about others and gave of their time for many years at the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon.
Surviving in addition to their father are six siblings: Rodney F. Schappell, Cumru Twp.; Denise E. Schappell, Perry Twp.; Dennis J. Schappell, husband of Lisa, Centre Twp.; Brenda R. (Schappell) Zellers, companion of Deric Henn, Tilden Twp.; Patti E. (Schappell) Cahill, wife of Dale, Geneva, OH; and Gregory C. Schappell, husband of Tulsa, Shoemakersville; several nieces and nephews; uncle: Sam Reppert; two aunts: Shirley Hockman and Rosetta Reppert; and an extended family of friends.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., Leesport, is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.