SHIRLEY JOYCE POLON

Shirley Joyce Polon, 78, of Harrisburg, passed away the morning of Friday, June 12, 2020 at her home. She had complications caused by heart and pulmonary problems.

Daughter of the late George & Judith Lupkay of New London, Ct. She was born on February 12, 1942 and graduated from New London High School. She taught classic accordion lessons, which her students won awards. She was active in her children and grandchildren's sporting activities. She enjoyed providing support at B'nai Jacob Synagogue, Temple Ohev Sholom and Blue Ridge CC while watching her grandchildren grow in the Jewish community.

She is survived by her husband, of 60 years, Sanford, son Brad and his wife Beth and their children, Monica, Nathan, and Samantha of Harrisburg, and grandson Aaron Polon of Scranton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Barbara Combs and son Marc J. Polon.

A graveside service was held on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Shoops Cemetery, 4332 Lexington St., Harrisburg. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Breast Cancer Foundation as she was a 20-year survivor.