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Daniel Shellhamer Obituary
Daniel F. Micky Shellhamer, 92, of Breinigsville, died Friday, January 11, 2008, at home. He was the husband of the late Katherine L. Kitty (Grim) Shellhamer, to whom he was married for 62 years. Micky, along with his wife, developed Terry Hill Mobile Home Park, Breinigsville, in 1962, and operated it until retiring in 1992. They also built the Terry Hill Swimming Pool in 1968. In 1973, they founded The Rainbow Room banquet hall, Allentown, and operated that until retiring in 1994. They owned and operated the former Royal Palms Night Club, Dorneyville, 1952-64, and were travel escorts to Hawaii, Alaska and Mexico for 28 years. Micky also was a musician with the South Seas Islanders for 32 years. In his early working life, Micky was a milkman, using a horse drawn milk wagon for Freemans Dairy during the 1940s. He also worked with his parents at the former Call Diner at 6th and Linden streets, Allentown. Born in Locust Valley, Schuylkill County, he was the son of the late William O. and Sallie R. (Frantz) Shellhammer and the last surviving of their 11 children. He was a member of Cedar United Church of Christ, Cetronia, and attended Ziegels United Church of Christ, Weisenberg Township. Micky was a life member of Good Will Fire Company No. 1, Trexlertown, and a member of the Fogelsville, Cetronia, Wescosville and Kutztown fire companies. He was a member of the Pike Township Sportsman Association. He was a 32nd degree Mason of New Temple Masonic Lodge 720, Allentown, and a member of Lehigh Consistory, Valley of Allentown. Survivors: Companion, Elda Acker of Emmaus; sons, David F. and his wife Nancy L., and Durell F. and his companion Tracy Grupe, and daughter, Diane E.L., wife of James W. Dennis, all of Breinigsville; grandchildren, Jay Dennis, Daneen (Dennis) Fink, Joel Dennis, Terry (Shellhamer) Wieder, Tracy (Shellhamer) Schonely, Dwayne and Dean Shellhamer; great-grandchildren, Shauna, Max, Jareth, Hannah, Wyatt, Corey, Kyle, Ian, Megan, Daniel, Nicole. Services: 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 15, 2008, Trexler Funeral Home Inc., 1625 Highland St., Allentown. Call 7-9 p.m. Monday and 10-11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home, with Masonic Services at 8:30 p.m. Monday. Interment, Cedar Union Cemetery, Cetronia. www.trexlerfuneralhome.com. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church, 3419 Broadway, Allentown, PA 18104.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Shellhamer
Donna Bailey (Mertz)
January 19, 2008
I have just heard of Micky's passing. I am so sorry for yor loss. My parents Philip & Ellen Mertz thought the world of both Micky & Kitty. They have all lived their lives to the fullest. God bless you all.
The Vaka Family
January 18, 2008
Mickey was a wonderful man whom we loved to be around. Our family will miss him deeply. We all have a very kind and gentle angel watching us. I am sure that he is with us all!
June Helfrich
January 17, 2008
My late husband,Davy,always enjoyed talking and visiting Mickey. You have my sympathy for your great loss. June Helfrich
Audrey Shellhammer Reynolds
January 17, 2008
David, Durell, Diane and all the kids - my deepest sympathy. He was a great man with a tremendous "presense". I remember the days at Terry Hill with the guiney pigs. And all the family reunions at the pavillion. All good memories - all good times. Embrace your faith at this time, because you will miss him imensely, but remember, he will now ALWAYS be with you. Just watch for the signs he'll give you to let you know he's there.
Elaine Shellhammer/Moore
January 17, 2008
I was so very sorry to hear about Uncle Micky. He was always so wonderful to us when we were children. He will be greatly missed. He was remarkable.
Jim Lambert
January 17, 2008
Durell,Diane,
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the both of you in the loss of your father,"Mickey'. I'll remember him always as a man with a great personality and a huge heart. We were neighbors, the rainbow room and sunshine biscuits. All of us who worked over at sunshine will always remember how he would allow us to come over and have a hot meal for lunch while we were on break. Mickey always had the biggest smile on his face,no matter when you would see him. Mickey is up in heaven right now singing and entertaining and wearing his island shirts. Jim,from sunshine
marybeth and roger dreisbach
January 17, 2008
Durell and family
I am sorry for the loss of your father.You have a lot of memories that I hope will give you peace during this time of grief.
Harold Buss
January 16, 2008
" MICKEY " was my mentor and was one of the : Finest Human Beings I've ever known! GOD Bless " MICKEY ", " KITTY " and DAVID, DURELL & DIANE! My Deepest Sympathy to all of you! Sincerely, Harold & Helene Buss.
Randy Kimble
January 16, 2008
Durell and Tracy and family,
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. I did not knonw your father but I do understand what it is like to loose a parent. ( we met you and Tracy at your holiday gathering)
Sincerly,
Randy Kimble and Hugh Marsh
Steve Ziminsky
January 15, 2008
I did not know Mickey personally, but do know his son Durell and wish him and his family God's peace through this difficult time. I know how hard it was to lose my parents, but time makes it better. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers, Durell.
LaVonne Kemmerer
January 15, 2008
A truly unique man has left us. I remember Mickey as a wonderful man to know, work for and travel with.
He was the most gracious caring person I've known for at least 67 years. He, as well as his deceased wife Kitty will live in my heart forever!
Doug Krasley
January 15, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Shellhamer family. Mickey was a great guy to work for and I will always have very fond memories of him (and Durrell)and my teenage tenure with the Royal Palms, parking cars. These are stories that I now share with my teenage daughter. His spirit lives.
Michele (Holler) Owens
January 15, 2008
To the Schellhamer and Dennis Families:
Please accept my deepest sympathies for the passing of Mickey. He was a wonderful man who loved to entertain. One could say he lived the life only few can say they have experienced and many wish for themselves. I, myself, will hold a special place for Mickey, Kitty, and all of you. I will never forget the many times as a child that I spent at the Rainbow Room watching my family play bingo and enjoying the luaus and other special events that took place. More so, I will always remember our trip to Hawaii with my grandparents, Teddy & Edna Morgan. Those are times I will hold dear to my heart. The Shellhamers have touched so many lives throughout the years and I for one, am grateful.
May God Bless you and be with you.
Robin Schmall
January 15, 2008
I was sorry to hear of the loss of Micky. I spent alot of my childhood at the rainbow room on bingo nights with family. My grandfather was a friend of his and no matter how much I could ever try, I can never forget those shirts they both wore! The times he put me on stage to start everyone singing. He got a laugh at how I would climb under the tables picking up the different chips people would drop. I still have a good collection!
Kris Wich
January 15, 2008
Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. Micky was a great next-door neighbor and I'll miss seeing him riding around in his golf cart, stopping by for a quick chat, his wonderful tomotoes, and watching him and my partner meeting up on their lawn tractors. I loved seeing the toy soldiers from the old Hess' up in front of the house at Christmas - it took me right back to my childhood! Micky obviously had great zeal for life, and was well-loved far and wide. I wish all his family and loved ones peace, good memories, and the knowledge that you'll see him again one day.
Most sincerely,
Kris Wich (10445 Schantz Road)
jim haines
January 14, 2008
A special friend will be missed by all. My thoughts are with all of you.
Doug Antos
January 14, 2008
I had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Shellhamer through Durell and the few years that I did, he was always so kind and was so full of life. My sympathies to Elda and the entire Shellhamer family.
Denise and Jeff Stangl
January 14, 2008
Dear Shellhamer family;
Please accept our deepest condolences for the passing of Mickey. He was a very special person who touched many lives. He will always be remembered for his love of Hawaiian shirts, his warm smile, a hearty handshake and a great zest for life.
He will be sadly missed.
Gwen Correll (Bortz)
January 14, 2008
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the entire Shellhamer Family. Micky will be greatly missed, he was a very kind & giving man.
Daryl & Betty Wetzel
January 14, 2008
To the Shellhamer Family,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Micky. He was always such a pleasure to be around with his loving ways and great smile. He always cared deeply for Wade. We all have a lot of special memories to cherish and keep his love in our hearts. God bless you all and see you through this time of sorrow.
Our Love, Daryl, Betty & Wade
Peg Konnick
January 14, 2008
Dear Shellhamer Family & Elda,
We are so sorry for your loss. Micky was so kind to us. He taught us some much about our home and he made sure that we had the best tomatoes. He would always wave as he passed us working in the yard and give us a thumbs up, good job! I hope we made him proud. Elda we will miss your smiles and kindness.
Thinking of you,
Peg & Troy Konnick
Dale ( Duffy) Shellhammer
January 14, 2008
I'm so very sorry to hear about Uncle Mickey. My deepest sympathy.
Daniel Kocher
January 13, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I met Mickey Shellhamer
through my Aunt Diane and Uncle Jimmys marriage in the late 1950s. I always looked up to Mickey as a very friendly and successful man ahead of his time.
Over the years I also had the privilege of playing in a band at the Royal Palms night club and the Rainbow Room. Weather it would be Summer or Winter Mickey could always put on a great party. Mickey was type of guy everyone could like, he will be greatly missed.
Mickey, Thanks for the Memories.
Dan and Cindy Kocher (Allentown Pa)
Jean (Grim) Moyer
January 13, 2008
Uncle Micky was a wonderful man who loved his family and loved life. He and Aunt Kitty always had a good time and were a joy to be around. I know he is in a better place, and my prayers are for the family.
Frank and Beverly Amadon
January 13, 2008
Dear Dave, Nancy, Dwayne, Dean,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It was our pleasure to have known your father and grandfather, Mikey, and we will forever recall his glowing smile and kindness.
Fraternally and sincerely,
Joyce Buckingham
January 13, 2008
To the Shellhamer Family...
So sorry to hear of the passing of Micky....he was a wonderful, and funny person..I played a lot of bingo at the Rainbow Room years ago when he operated it...rest assured that he is now in a better place with wife Kitty and I am sure they are having a ball....
Joanne Price
January 13, 2008
January 13,2008
I want to express my sympathy to the whole family. Micky was and is a very special person in our lives.We will miss our talks and going for rides. Our family to your family wants to let you know we loved him very much and he will be missed. Joanne and David Price
Dick Hersh
January 13, 2008
Dear Shellhamer Family,
Sorry to read of your loss. Micky was a great person. always upbeat. I knew him befor he rented space for trailor homes behind his home in Cetronia.I remember the great entertainment in the south mountain area and most of all the bingo and the Royal Palms.Thinking of him at this time brings back so many varied pleasnt memories.
Dick and Mimi Hersh
Michelle-lousie Hale
January 13, 2008
He was a kind man who will be greatly missed.
Michael McHugh
January 13, 2008
My prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Michael
Doris Kline
January 12, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Micky had a wonderful personality,and gave many people a good time at bingo, especially with his hats. He will never be forgotten.
Kathy Shoemaker Family
January 12, 2008
Dear Daine, David and Durell,I was very sorry to hear of your loss. The first thing I think about your Dad was the smile he always wore on his face. He was always a kind and loving person. I have fond memories of going snowmobiling and sleding down the hill at their house. Hold on to those memories. Take care.
Dale Kutz
January 12, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I worked with Mickey for ten years on the milk wagon and the horse Blondie. I will miss you always.
Dale Kutz
January 12, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bob Gim
January 12, 2008
David, Durell & Diane Our deepest sympathy of the loss of your father. I grew up in Cetronia having great memories of your great father who was honest,generous and cheerful all his life. He will be remenbered by the Cetronia natives for the rest of their lives.
Bob & Shirley Grim
Joe Reisinger Village Bake Shoppe
January 12, 2008
Deepest sympathy in the loss of a special man,i will always have fond memories of the rainbow room and the joy it brought to many.My prayers will be with you all during this difficult time.
Doris Kline
January 12, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the family. Micky was a great guy with a wonderful personality. He made many people laugh, especially with his hats at bingo games. He lived a good, long life and will be greatly missed.
Marlene shoemaker
January 12, 2008
Our sincere sympathy to all of you but especially Dianne and Jim who may remember us from our Hawaii trip in 1987. What a great time your father showed us on our 30th anniversary. He will be greatly missed . Regrets Ron and Marlene Shoemaker,route 100
cheryl heffner
January 12, 2008
sorry for your loss. I am so greatful to have had the chance to meet and spend time with mickey and family on our Hawaiian vacation.
Cheryl Heffner
Terry,Forrest & Kyle Wieder
January 12, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Kimberly Dawson
January 12, 2008
Dear David, Nancy & Dwayne & Dean:
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
The DeRoner Family
Ed Snyder
January 12, 2008
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family. There is a special place in our hearts for Mickey. Last June, when we started taking donations to repair the stage at Alburtis Park, he was the first one to step up to the plate with a donation. He loved the song "Crazy" and the next time we do it his life will be celebrated.
May he rest in peace.
The Country Rhythm Band
Kathy Prozonic
January 12, 2008
Dear Shellhamer Family,
I was so saddened to see that Mr. Shellhamer had passed away. What a wonderful man he was with a beautiful heart! I lived in the Terry Hill Trailer Park with my 1st husband and my newborn son from 1978 until 1983. The special memory I have of him was the one year when my husband lost his job at Caloric and the unemployment ran out. Even though I was working full time at Air Products, Mr. Shellhamer saw us struggling. It was Christmas time, and Mr. Shellhamer gave my husband $350 to buy gifts, and told him that everyone deserves to have a good Christmas. I couldn't believe it! That a stranger could care this much for us. His kindness and generosity touched my heart forever. Even though he is no longer here physically, he is a beautiful soul and will be with us forever.
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