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Zelma D. Shelly, 93

November 10, 2020

Zelma D. Shelly, 93, of Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2020.

She was the wife of the late Stanley F. Shelly, who passed away in 1993. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Elam E. and Mabel M. Steinman Zander.

Zelma had worked as a sewer at Gerber and had worked in the store at Wilbur Chocolate.

She has been a faithful and active member of Coleman Memorial Chapel in Brickerville for over 75 years.

She was a talented artist, painting in oils. She also enjoyed knitting, sewing, and taking care of her rose garden. Her talents in the kitchen were many, with her baked goods and chicken pot pie being family favorites. She loved her cat, Susie, very much.

Zelma is survived by her children: Terry L. Shelly of Waldeck, Sharon S. Horst of Lititz and Kay L. married to Michael Gainer of Lititz; her 9 grandchildren Brian, Troy, Dwayne, Mark, Ronnie, Shawn, Michelle, Lisa, and Pam; her 14 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Chris, her great granddaughter, Mikayla, her brothers Harold and Roy, and her sister Pauline.

Friends will be received by her family on Saturday at the Coleman Memorial Chapel, 1980 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 from 10-11AM, with the Funeral Service to follow at 11AM. Masks will be required to be worn at the church and social distancing will be observed. There will be limited seating for friends in an adjacent room in the church for the service at 11AM.Interment in Emmanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Brickerville.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Zelma’s memory to the Coleman Memorial Chapel at the above address or to the Baron Stiegel Lions Club, 1644 Brunnerville Rd., Lititz, PA 17543.

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November 19, 2020

My heart and condolences go out to the Shelly family. I will always have fond memories of Stanley and Zelma.
Timothy Stahl , Elisabeth and Sarah

November 15, 2020

Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Zelma. She was a dear friend that had a zest for living life to the fullest. I am grateful to have the many great memories of our adventures together. Patricia Shellehamer 

November 14, 2020

My warmest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your mother. Your mothers warm and caring memories will always be held close to your hearts and everyone’s whose life she has touched in some way. 
Marleen (Mummert) Foreman 

November 13, 2020

My deepest condolences  to the family of  Zelma,  She was one of my favorite people, such a great lady, full of fun, love and compassion…. May you have many memories and know that she truely was a great christian Lady…  God bless this family and keep them in your care!!!!  Zelma may you rest in peace!!!   Loved you!!!  Bev Rightnour
 

November 12, 2020

Our deepest condolences. Zelma was a blessing to everyone she met. Full of life, laughter and hugs. She was such an amazing, kind, giving, sweet woman. Loved by so many. We will miss you Gram. You have more than earned your wings. We love you. 
Anne Zunich

Visitation
Saturday, November 14, 2020
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Coleman Memorial Chapel
1980 Furnace Hills Pike,
Lititz, PA 17543
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Lititz, PA 17543
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