Belle Shear
SHEAR: Belle Shear, the beloved wife of Sam Shear; mother of Barbara (David) Gershon, Shelly (Mike) Andreas, Howard (Jackie) Shear; and sister of the late Carl Williamson. She was Grammy to six grandchildren: Andrew (Siejhi) Gershon, Lauren (Eric) Morales, Evan (Kristin) Andreas, Benjamin (Nicolle D’Onofrio) Andreas, Brad Shear and Margo (Justin) Fischgrund; and six great-grandchildren: Teddy and Quincy Morales, Parker and Cooper Andreas, Baxter Andreas and Madden Fischgrund. She also had many nieces, nephews and friends who loved her dearly. Belle passed away on May 16, 2024, but she leaves behind a legacy of cherished memories and recipes from a remarkable 94 years of life and 72 years of marriage. She was born on Oct. 29, 1929, in the heart of the Hill District in Pittsburgh, to Libbie and Julius Williamson. And one of her favorite stories to tell included an important history lesson: While the stock market was crashing and some were ending their lives, she was just beginning hers! Though her frame was small, she was an intense, feisty firecracker who could sew, embroider, bake, and shop a sale like no other. And whether you knew her as Belle, Bella or Bellalie, you’ll always remember a woman whose love ran deep for her family and friends. She should always be remembered as a blessing. Interment Shaare Torah Cemetery in Whitehall. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the charity of your choice. Professional services by D’Alessandro Funeral Home & Crematory Ltd., Lawrenceville. dalessandroltd.com PJC
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