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Shelly Peffer Obituary
Carlinville, formerly of East Palestine,
OH, passed away Thursday, July
10, 2025.
Shelly was born Oct. 24, 1966, in
Salem, OH, a daughter of
William Titus and Janice Kaye
Witman Peffer.
Shelly received her undergraduate
degree from Kent State University,
her Masters and PhD in
Public Administration from
Cleveland State and her
Juris Doctorate from Cleveland State
University College of Law. Shelly was
a Professor at Blackburn College
teaching Leadership, Law, and
Public Services. She had also taught
at Long Island University in
Brooklyn, NY. Immediately following
her undergradue studies,
Shelly served in the United States
Peace Corps for over two years
in Niger, West Africa.
She was a diehard fan of the
Cleveland Guardians and
The Ohio State Buckeyes.
Shelly loved to read and enjoyed
decorating, creating art, traveling,
and spending time with friends.
Shelly was preceded in death by her
parents. She is survived by her
many friends and colleagues,
as well as many relatives out of state.
Shelly passed away at her home on
July 10th. If you or someone you
know are suffering from depression
or a mental health crisis, reach out
to the national mental health
hotline: 988.
There will be no services for
Shelly L. Peffer.
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Peggy Witman
July 30, 2025
Shelley was an amazing woman. She was smart and funny. She loved teaching and was dedicated to her students. I will miss her. Rest peacefully lovely lady. Aunt Peggy.
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