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Obituaries

Sheila Charles

March 03, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sheila “Shelly” Charles on March 3, 2025; a beloved wife, mother, and mommom. Shelly was a devoted and compassionate woman who touched the lives of all who knew her.

She is survived by her loving husband, Doug Charles; her daughter, Jackie Ciarelli; her son-in-law, Brett Ciarelli; her cherished grandchildren, Dillon and Parker Ciarelli; her sister, Sharon Seifert Manz (John); and her cousin, Bill Raver (Sally).

Shelly’s love and kindness will forever remain in the hearts of her family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Heart Association in her memory.

Shelly’s kindness, warmth, generosity, and sense of humor will never be forgotten.

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March 24, 2025

My heart aches for Doug, Jackie, and the family to hear of Shelly’s passing. Since meeting her in grade school and then again in high school I have so many happy memories with her throughout my life. I miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Doug, Jackie, and your whole family.  Jill Charles 

March 18, 2025

My thoughts are with the family and friends of Shelly.  Doug, i remember first meeting you when she brought you to our dorm at Western Carolina University. I remember your wedding and the happiness you shared with her. I am sorry that i never got to meet Jackie but hopefully that will still happen some day. Shelly was like a Sister to me, and my Sister and Brother. We love you and truly miss you.  Love to Doug, Sharon, Jackie and the family.  Richard Troy Gentry

March 14, 2025

It has been hard to absore the lost of Shelly. From the first summer we met in Clearwater, FL to the many other times we were in FL it was alway fun being with Shelly.  Her wonderful parents allowed her to come home with my family from FL that summer and many more summers and other times. In return Shelly and family had me staying with them many times. My brothers and I, along with cousins, had so much fun with her.
I know Doug, Jackie & Brett and the grandchildren will miss her. I hope you always remember what a very special, loving & fun person she was.  I will never forget her!
Debra L Gentry

March 11, 2025

So sorry to hear this. Shelly was a bright star., her humor will be truly missed 
Susan mapes

March 11, 2025

We are very sad to see the loss of such an amazing women. Sending love to her family. Shelly meant a lot to us. Love, McGaw’s.  

March 10, 2025

Shelly was an absolutely amazing woman! She truly showed that in every encounter we ever had with one another. Her quick wit and humor was always the highlight of our day. Doug and Penny will be in our hearts and thoughts everyday. 
 
You will be dearly missed Shelly, give ol’ Oscar a hug and kiss from Uncle Sawyer and Aunt Sierra 

March 10, 2025

Condolences to the Ciarellis from Shelly’s Lancaster friends and family, especially to Dillon and Parker who lost the Most Devoted Grandmother, ever! 
Margaret

March 09, 2025

Condolence to Shelly’s family and friends. She was very kind, friendly and gracious whenever I visited. She was so proud of her family and so loved her husband, Doug and daughter, Jackie and grandkids. She will be missed. 
Marianne Bremseth

March 09, 2025

We were saddened to learn of the loss of Shelly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Charlie and Dorothy Uhland

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