Donald James Shellenberger, 74, of Mechanicsburg, passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at his home with Libby and his children by his side. Born July 13, 1947 in Allentown, PA; he was the son of the late Walter and Ruth (Jamison) Shellenberger. Don was a devoted father, wonderful husband and cherished his friendships new and old. Surviving is his wife, Elizabeth A. (Reed) Shellenberger; three sons, Jim Shellenberger and wife Sarah, of Mechanicsburg, Jeffrey Shellenberger and wife Natalie, of Pittsburgh and Mark Shellenberger and partner Amanda, of Camp Hill; 4 grandchildren, Ethan, Karly, Clara and Nathan Shellenberger; and 3 sisters, Marie Hawks and husband Randy, of Durango, CO, Sue Kotalik, of Enola and Nancy Wissler and husband Jeffrey, of Dillsburg; and many nieces and nephews. Don was a retired employee from Rite Aid Corporation, with 38 years of service. He was also a U.S. Army veteran stationed at Fort Knox, Kentucky, during the Vietnam War. Don graduated from Cumberland Valley High School, class of 1965, Harrisburg Area Community College, class of 1971, and attended Penn State University. Don loved vacationing and spending time with his family, especially in the Outer Banks of North Carolina and in Deep Creek, Maryland. Don also enjoyed traveling with his wife, especially on the retiree bus trips with longtime friends. He was a passionate cyclist, antique car enthusiast, and an avid reader. Don was a member of the Mechanicsburg Club and enjoyed Penn State football, his weekly coffee and breakfast clubs, good BBQ, and conversations with all of this wonderful friends. A visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Friday, October 29, 2021 in the Neill Funeral Home, 3401 Market St., Camp Hill and inurnment to follow at Rolling Green Cemetery. There will be a separate Celebration of Life to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank at 3908 Corey Road Harrisburg, PA 17109, or Homeland Hospice at 2300 Vartan Way, Suite 270 Harrisburg, PA 17110.
