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Shelley Decker Obituary
A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Friday, September 26, from J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 24 Second St., New Freedom, Pa. Interment in Middletown Cemetery, Freeland, Md. Friends may call at he mortuary on Thursday from 6 to 9 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Shelley to Gilchrist Hospice Care, 555 West Towsontown Blvd., Towson, Md 21207.
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Robin Eberle
October 16, 2008
I share in your grief. My little girl is an angel too. God must have needed another one. Believe.
Dawn Kimble
September 27, 2008
Shelley was a great friend and co-worker but most of all a great Mom to Dylan. Her love for him was beyond measure. I will miss her smile and laughter. May God Bless all her family and friends at this time of mourning. Rest in Peace My Friend.
Annie Wolf
September 26, 2008
To Dylan, Kim, family and friends. Shelly was a good soul who had a wonderful perspective and kindness to share. It saddens me she has moved on to live with God. I guess there is a lesson for us all in there somewhere. During this most difficult time, please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I hope this brings some comfort to each of you. HOPI PRAYER of The Soul's Graduation:
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on the ripened grain.
I am the gentle Autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there. I did not die.
My Spirit is still alive…
And always within each of us. May God's peace be with you always. Annie
Kim Hickey
September 26, 2008
May the support of family and friends console you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Thelma Schmidt
September 26, 2008
Shelley, I will miss your laughter & smiles that I woud get from you at the coffee station at work. You always had something funny to say & it made my day. You will be missed. Prayers go out to Dylan & your family.
Carol Robinson
September 25, 2008
Nancy, Buzz, DYLAN, Kim and family
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Shelley will be missed by so many, her smile and friendship will be greatly missed at the Legion for Monday night Bingo. May all your memories of Shelley bring you comfort. There is now an angel to watch over Dylan.
Carol Robinson and Bingo Friends
Janet Wiedermann
September 25, 2008
Shelley, You were such a great friend to me and that is what I will miss the most, seeing you everyday and the conversations we had. You were a terrific mother, the best, and my heart goes out to Dylan and your family. I will miss your sense of humor and your laugh. My deepest sympathies to Your family.
Alex Warner
September 25, 2008
Shelley,
You were a Great Friend and Neighbor at Shrewsbury Village Apartments. We had great conversations and great food! I cannot believe you are gone. My prayers are with you and your family. Thank You for your friendship and for being such a great neighbor over the years. We would talk for hours a day. Till we meet again, your friend, Alex.
Jeff Joy
September 25, 2008
Kim and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Shelly's passing. She was such a kind person who was always smiling. My heart goes out to Dylan and your entire family. God bless
Jeff
Michelle Speranzella
September 25, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dylan, Kim and Shelley's family. Shelley was a great person and friend to both my husband and I. We will truly miss her.
Our deepest sympathy,
Michelle & Ron
Tammy Miller (Hoover)
September 25, 2008
Shelly was a great caring friend and always would have a smile on her face, and make every one laugh i will always remember the fun times we had in Ms. Ebs homeroom and hortaculture class.and also the fun times at Maryland Line Fire Hall. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Trisch Bull-Blum
September 25, 2008
Funny! When I think of Shelley that is the first word that comes to mind. We were great friends in High School and I have fond memories of her that will last forever. My thoughts and prayers are for your entire family. May God Bless You All With His Love And Mercy.
Manda Meadowcroft
September 25, 2008
Thank you so much Shelley for all the great laughs and stories we have shared. Your laugh is unforgettable and I will hear it for many years to come when I need it the most. I will miss you!!!!
Alison Kay
September 25, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with Shelley's personal and work family at this difficult time. I always enjoyed hearing about Dylan and Shelley always supported me with a smile and a laugh when we talked about the challenges of being a working mom. She set a shining example of hard work, love of friends and of grace and perseverance in the face of adversity. May God's love comfort all of Shelley's family and friends and remind them to let their memories of her as a diverse,caring woman and mother strengthen them.
Ellen Quinn-Hamlin
September 25, 2008
I too will always remember Shelley's genuine smile. Her passing reinforces to me in my life to always offer a smile especially to those who may not have one to give. My most heartfelt thoughts and prayers will remain with Dylan, Kim, and all of Shelley's many PHH friends during this very sad time.
Sandy Woods (Rinehart)
September 25, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I pray God will give you the strength to get through this very diffficult time.
kelly naumann
September 25, 2008
To my dear friend, I will miss your sense of humor, quick wit, laughter and most of all your friendship. You always knew how to make us laugh and you will be greatly missed. I love you and will miss you! My thoughts and prayers are with Shell’s family. May God be with all of you at this time of sorrow.
Pamela Baldwin
September 24, 2008
Shelley was a great friend and she will be greatly missed. She was a wonderful person to just about everybody. I went to school with her and graduated with her. I can recall her hanging around her best friend Trish Bull. My thoughts are with her and her family right now. God Bless you all.
Cheryl Grove-Klinka
September 24, 2008
Seeing Shelley at work always meant a funny story with lots of laughter. She will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with her son and family.....
Kathy Bertholdt
September 24, 2008
My heart goes out to your family in this time of sorrow. Shelley will be greatly missed by so many who know her.
Linda Anzengruber
September 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers goes out to Shelly's family. Shelly was a good friend and colleague and will be remembered.
Loretta Matter
September 24, 2008
Dear Kim, My heart aches for you and your family. Shelley's smile, humor and fun spirit will be missed by all of us. You have so amazed me in your strength through this most difficult time for you and your family. My prayers are with you, your family and Dylan. Loretta
Lynn Jones
September 24, 2008
I worked with Shelley for such a long time. She was always warm, quick witted and ever so eager to help. Her smile and presence will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends and to her son Dylan she loved so much. My deepest sympathy.
SHIRLEY THOMAS
September 24, 2008
MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY AND ESPECIALLY DYLAN. SHELLEY WAS A GOOD FRIEND TO ALL WHO KNEW HER, I WILL MISS OUR JOKES THAT ONLY THE TWO OF US UNDERSTOOD. SEE YOU WHEN I GET THERE! LOVE AND MISS U.
Luann Maguire
September 24, 2008
My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy go out to Shelley's family and friends now and in the days ahead. Shelley will truely be missed. I always enjoyed our chats at the coffee station. She always had something humorous to say. May God bless your family.
Ann Egan (PHH)
September 24, 2008
I'll miss your laugh! God bless Dylan and the Copenhaver family.
Stella Manesis
September 24, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes to Shelley's family. She was a wonderful person and a great co-worker. Shelley always made me laugh and I will miss her sense of humor and quick wit. May God be with all of you at this time of sorrow .
Linda Workman
September 24, 2008
My deepest sympathy go out to Dylan and the family. Shelley was a great friend and colleague. She will surely be missed at PHH. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Sawyer
September 24, 2008
This young lady was a pleasure to know! My sincere sympathy to Dylan and the Copenhaver family.
Kelly & Beverly
September 24, 2008
"Death leaves a heartache that no one can heal, love leaves a memory that no one can steal." Those memories will help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Susan Block
September 24, 2008
I am going to miss that sense of humor and those rosy cheeks and our chats by "Curtis"! Touched by her wit, her smile and undying love for her son Dylan, she will be remembered by all she knew.
God Bless!
Rebecca Blizzard
September 24, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family of Shelley. She will missed here at PHH. She was a great friend and co-worker.
Julia Earley (formerly Wooten)
September 24, 2008
Shelley was an amazing friend and colleague who had a way of making anyone smile. Her compassion for her friends was so incredibly genuine and her love and devotion to Dylan was evident in just one conversation with her. To Shelley's family, may you find peace and comfort during this time in the wonderful memories you have. We wonder why such great people are taken too soon. You will never be forgotten, my friend.
Cathy Warrener
September 24, 2008
To such a great friend and coworker. Your smile and funny personality always made us laugh. We will surely miss you and think about our fun times together. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this difficult time.
Tracy Neutzel
September 24, 2008
My sympathy goes out to Dylan and the Shelley's family. I knew Shelley from Thompson's. She was truly a great woman and most important a GREAT mom. Rest in peace Shelley. My heart goes out to Dylan
JoAnn Brose
September 24, 2008
Shelley was a wonderful person. Always laughing and trying to see the good in everything and everyone. She was an awesome mom who would have done anything in this world for Dylan. I can remember playing bingo at the legion with her....making fun of the "assigned seating" many seemed to have. Shell will be missed immensely by many people. My heart and prayers go out to Dylan and her family. Praise our Lord for bringing healing to Shelley and for the healing to come for all of us.
Christel Contee
September 24, 2008
My sympathy goes out to all of Shelley's love ones. It's a tremendous lost, but just know that God has Shelley in his care for **ETERNITY**. May God be with your Family, With Deepest Sympathy. Christel L Contee (PHH Employee and Dear Friend)
September 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at time of your loss. Clarence at PHH Arval.
Sandie Crue
September 24, 2008
Our thought are with you at this time. She was a wonderful coworker when I was at PHH
Rita Ennis
September 24, 2008
Shelley was a valued part of PHH as an employee and as a friend to all her co-workers. She contributed her talents and her optimistic personality to all she did. We have been missing her greatly in the months of her illness. Kim, to you as part of the "PHH family" and to your whole Copenhaver family, especially Dylan, we send our love, our sympathy and our prayers.
RICHARD HABERSAT & STAFF
September 24, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Deborah Jackson
September 24, 2008
I want to send my prayers out to Shelly's family and her especially her son. I know that Shelly is in a better place. God watched over her when she was here on earth and she is now with him in his glory. I will truly miss her smiling facing walking around PHH. But I know I will see her again. Jah Bless Shelly.
Deb
Roxanne Whipperman
September 24, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gail Vinias
September 24, 2008
To a wonderful friend and colleague you will always be in my thoughts. I wish the family my deepest sympathy for such a sad loss. Shelley will be greatly missed.
Pam Almony
September 24, 2008
I will always remember Shelly's smile and laugh. She was a good friend to many. I will never forget how much she loved Dylan and the rest of her family. Remember the good times. And find comfort in knowing others are praying for you. Rest Shelly and be at peace.
Pam
September 24, 2008
my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. While I never personally met Shelly while she was at PHH, I did hear about her through another employee and the IT candy fund helped to defray some of her costs while she was in treatment...
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