Sherri Louise McKelvey

Sherri Louise McKelvey obituary, Harrisburg, PA

Sherri Louise McKelvey

Sherri McKelvey Obituary

Visit the Central Pennsylvania Cremation Society, Inc. website to view the full obituary.
Sherri Louise McKelvey, 61, of Dover, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Born in Denver, Colorado, she was the daughter of the late James W. Grumley and Doris Louise (Mitzel) Grumley.
Sherri attended high school and later embraced the role of homemaker, where she found deep fulfillment in caring for her family. She had a creative spirit and a passion for life's simple pleasures. She enjoyed doing crafts, collecting nick-nacks, and tending to her garden, where her love for nature and beauty was on full display. She also found joy in playing bingo and connecting with others.
Sherri leaves behind her sons, Christopher McKelvey and Jeffrey Grumley; her granddaughter, Amelia; her brother, Kenneth E. Grumley; and her 2 sisters, Pamela Grumley and Tammy Mitzel.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Kimberly Ann Moore; and a brother, James Michael Grumley.
Services are at the convenience of the family. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Sherri, please visit our Tree Store.
Central Pennsylvania Cremation Society, Inc.

3125 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17109

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