Maria Eleanor Grega, 57, of Weatherly, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Born in Elkton, Maryland, on June 19, 1968, she was the daughter of Marlene (Wandishion) Clymer and the late Francis Shema, and the stepdaughter of John Clymer.

A graduate of Hazleton High School, Maria developed a strong work ethic early in life working as a local waitress before spending many proud years at the Guild Religious Store in Hazleton. She took immense pride in homemaking, balanced a unique love for hard rock music, and was a deeply devout Franciscan and active member of Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, striving daily to live by the gospel and the examples of St. Francis of Assisi. Above all, she treasured her family, especially her grandson Blake, who affectionately called her "Ba-Ba."

She is survived by her beloved husband, Jerome S. Grega; her daughter, Stephanie Grega-Condrick, and husband Chris; her brother, Francis Shema, and wife Lisa; adored grandson, Blake Condrick.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.C., 318 Plane Street, Weatherly, Pennsylvania 18255. Burial will follow at St. Nicholas R.C.C. Cemetery in Weatherly.

Arrangements are under the care of the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 211 First Street, Weatherly, PA (570-427-4231). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Maria’s name to Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Online condolences may be shared at www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com.