Margaret A. Sharkey, of Chester/Eddystone/Aston, PA. passed away on January 3rd, 2026 at Riddle Memorial Hospital. She was born and raised in Chester to the late John and Margaret Gibson. Margaret was a graduate of Notre Dame High School. After school, she went on to work for Bell Telephone/Verizon and also H&R Block until her retirements.
She was a long-time devoted member of St. Rose of Lima Church where she was active in the Legion of Mary. Margaret was an avid reader, and enjoyed collecting David Winter Cottages. She was also an avid sports fan of the Phillies, and always a Penn State, and Notre Dame Football Fan.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her daughter, Peggy Babe; grandson, Kevin Sharkey; brothers, John and David Gibson. She is survived by her children, Stephen Sharkey (Theresa), Karen Robinson (Rob), and Claire Reilly; grandchildren, Christopher, Nicole, Shaun, Michelle, Michael, and John; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Lou Hoffecker and Barbara Gibson.
She was a kind, loving, & giving person that will be DEARLY MISSED.
Her Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, January 12th at 11am at St. Rose of Lima Church in Eddystone. Friends and family are invited to her viewing from 10-11am in church. Burial will follow in Immaculate Heart of Mary, on 1701 Market St. Linwood, Pa 19061. A gathering will follow at the Erin Pub, 36 Winona Ave. Norwood, Pa 19074
In lieu of flowers, donations in her name can be made to the Legion of Mary c/o St. Rose of Lima Church 1901 Chester Pike, Eddystone, PA 19022