Shirley A. Weist, 91, formerly of Centre Twp., passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026 in Columbia Cottage, Wyomissing, where she resided. She was the wife of John U. Weist, who died April 8, 2019.

Born in Leesport, she was the daughter of the late John D. and Flossie O. (Anderson) Young. She was a graduate of Ontelaunee High School. Shirley owned and operated Shirley's Lunch Counter at the Leesport Farmers Market for twenty-five years. She also worked in the cafeteria at Schuylkill Valley Middle School. Shirley was a member of Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity, Leesport. She was a member of the Central Berks Lions Club, Centerport; and the Ontelaunee Grange #1617. Shirley enjoyed snowmobiling and having picnics and pool parties at their house.

Shirley is survived by her children: Ulysses J. Weist, husband of Jennifer, Milton, Florida; William H. Weist, husband of Jody, Millersburg; and twins: Jay A. Weist, husband of Greta, Shillington; and Fay A. Hettinger, wife of Larry, Leesport; eight grandchildren: Pete, Sarah, Tyler, Ben, Jacob, Joshua, Ryan and Hanna; and ten great-grandchildren: Campbell, Brayden, Joshua, Caleb, Caleb, Colin, John, Bristol, Brenton and Elijah. She was predeceased by a son: Terry A. Weist; and eight siblings.

Services will be held on Monday at 11:00 am at Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., 223 Peach Street, Leesport. Burial will follow in Leesport Cemetery. A viewing will be held in the funeral home on Sunday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and Monday 10:00 to 11:00 am. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.