Raymond Edward Sheller, 85, of Coatesville, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2020, at the Harrison Senior Living Center in Coatesville. He was the beloved husband of Betty J. Townsend Sheller with whom he shared 36 years of marriage. Born in West Chester, he was the son of the late Stephen C. Sheller and Bernadine Merkel Sheller.
Ray grew up in West Chester and was a 1952 High School graduate of the St. Agnes Catholic School in West Chester.
He was employed for many years with UPS in package delivery services.
Ray was a life member of the First West Chester Fire Company and a founding member of the West Chester Coin Club. He was also an avid animal lover.
He is survived, in addition to his wife, by four children; Judith Anne Sheller of Lahaina, Hawaii, Bonnie Lynn Hallman of Pottstown, PA, Raymond E. Sheller and wife Kandi of Parkesburg and Brian C. Sheller also of Parkesburg, two step-sons; Deron S. Franklin and wife Lorri of Prescott, AZ and Douglas A. Franklin and wife Kerreen of Philadelphia, 17 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by four siblings; Stephen Sheller, Robert Sheller, Mary Rita Contento and Jacquelyn Sheller.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at 10:30 AM at the St. Malachi Chapel, 76 St. Malachi Rd, Cochranville, PA 19330. Family and friends are also invited to attend the viewing at the Chapel from 9:00 AM to the time of the Mass. Interment will follow at the St. Agnes Cemetery, West Chester, PA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Ray's memory to Canine Partners for Life, 334 Faggs Manor Rd, Cochranville, PA 19330.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home, Parkesburg, PA. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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I will mis Uncle Copus. Have
I will mis Uncle Copus. Have a Tullamore Dew toast with Dad, Uncle Bob, and Aunt Mary. Be sure to have a juice glass of beer for Bernadine too. Love you.
We are so sorry about Ray.
We are so sorry about Ray. Praying for your family. I'm sorry we can't make the service. Love Raymond & Karen Stackhouse
My sympathies
I remember hearing Ray whistling and hearing him way before seeing the big brown truck coming down the driveway. And him coming into Turkey Hill tormenting my mom and I when we worked there. Such a nice man. Bets, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty: Dawn and I are so sad
Betty: Dawn and I are so sad for your loss...please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your famiily during this difficult time...Love Steve/Dawn
Ima miss you uncle ray we had
Ima miss you uncle ray we had a lot of good times always messing with ya like "hey bets can u get me some ice water " always cracked jokes on the old guy love ya uncle ray 💙 till me meet again
I was so sorry to hear about
I was so sorry to hear about Ray's passing. He was such a kind man with a great heart and a wonderful sense of humor. My thoughts are with Betty and the family. RIP Ray. You will join many family members ❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️
Betty, I hope your fond
Betty, I hope your fond memories help you through this difficult time. My deepest condolences.
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Betty, I am so sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear about Ray,
So sorry to hear about Ray, Betty. You and your family are in my prayers. Remember to mourn his passing, but more imporatntly celebrate his life.
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Dear Betty. So sorry to hear of Ray's passing. Find comfort in your wonderful memories and the fact that he's at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this most difficult time. Rose
So sorry for your loss
SO sorry for your loss Betty. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love- Heather
condolences to Betty Sheller
I was saddened to hear about your husband's passing . Sharing 36 years of marriage was a blessing. I know that he appreciated you helping him when he was experiencing medical problems.
" The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord to make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace " Numbers 6:24-26
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Betty - I am so sorry for
Betty - I am so sorry for your loss. May your love and memories always give you comfort. Love, Nanette
Betty Marie and I are
Betty Marie and I are saddened. Ray was a great man. Love Kellys
My Condolences
Dear Betty,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your husband, Ray. Please accept my sincere condolences. Praying for comfort and peace for you and your family during this time.
With love,
Debbie Sinni
All our love
All of our thoughts and prayers are sent to the Sheller family.
<p>Betty, </p>
<p>Betty, </p>
<p>I'm so sorry for your loss in Ray. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Warmly, Amy Lambert </p>
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Dear Betty,
Dear Betty,
Please accept my warmest condolences, I’m sending thoughts of peace and courage your way.
Karen
Sincere Sympathy
Dear Betty: So sorry for the loss of your husband. May you have great memories to hold on to. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family..
Barb (Canan) Rettew
Betty - Im so sorry to hear
Betty - Im so sorry to hear about your husband. I will keep you and family in my prayers
Mark Lari
So sorry
Betty, I am so sorry about your loss of Ray. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Sorry for you loss
Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time.
With Deepest Sympathy
Betty, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time. May the memories of good times and loving moments help you through the coming days and grant you peace.
With deepest sympathy,
Danielle
Thinking of you
Betty I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
Kaleisha
Betty- I am so sorry to hear
Betty- I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Tracy d'Entremont
Condolences
Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. Karen Bridges
My condolences
Dear Betty & Family- I am very sorry for your loss. Ray sounds like he was one of a kind. May your memories give you peace.
With Deepest Sympathies
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May you all find strength and peace in your memories.
Many prayers and love ❤️
Oh Bets, how heavy our hearts are in hearing of your loss. We will be praying that you be given every bit of peace, hope and love in God as these days of sorrow and times of mourning unfold. You've always shown us so much grace and compassion and we hope to be that for you in your time of loss. We love you!!
Betty, I am so very sorry
Betty, I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope your happy memories will help you through the sad times. You will be in my prayers. Diana Smale Stumm
My Condolences
Dear Sheller Family:
Please accept my condolences on the loss of Ray. My interactions with him were always pleasant and humorous. I hope your memories of him will sustain you during this time and beyond.
Dennis B. Young, Esq.
Our deepest sympathies
Ray's unique sense of humor and warmth will be sorely missed. Our love, best wishes, and sympathies go out to Betty and family.
Betty,so sorry about your
Betty,so sorry about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lou D
Condolence
Dear Betty,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you peace and rest his soul.
Aris and Seta Topakbashian
Condolence
My condolence to the Sheller family. Years ago when I first worked at UPS, Ray was my shop steward. I knew him to be a
mentor who was well respected in the work place. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Matt Condron Secretary-Treasurer Teamsters Local 384
Betty,
Betty,
We're sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Sebastian and Nadine
So sorry.
Berty,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Susie