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Shirley L. Fedeli, 97, passed away Sunday at Penn Highlands, Tyrone, peacefully surrounded by her family. She was born in Jamestown, N.Y., daughter of the late Paul R. Leach and Alice (Lewis) Leach.
She was preceded in death by Guido J. Fedeli on Dec. 6, 2013.
Shirley is survived by a daughter, Debra (Michael) Finochio; two sons, Joseph (Sue) Fedeli and Daniel J. Fedeli; six grandchildren: Vincent (Amber), Nicholas (Patrick), Kristen (Joe), Megan (Nick), Brandon (Maggie) and Ram; and five great-grandchildren: Logan, Leo, Claire, Meredith and Tatum; and many nieces and nephews.
She was also preceded in death by her siblings: Marge (Joe) Frano, George (Doris) Leach, Pauline (Gail) Thomas, Paul Jr. (Marge) Leach and Francis (Bill) Hand.
Shirley worked for many years at Penn State University, both DuBois and Altoona Campuses, as the Book Store Manager.
She enjoyed shopping, traveling and going to the casinos, but most of all she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Shirley will also be remembered by her cherished friend and best friend of many years, Carolyn Lantz; and her beloved niece, Amy and her husband Jim, who were especially dear to her.
A special and heartfelt thank you to the Nurse Practitioner, nurses and the entire staff at Penn Highlands, Tyrone, who cared for Shirley so compassionately during her final days; and the wonderful staff at Colonial Courtyard in Tyrone, her residence of the past five years, whose kindness, friendship and loving care meant so much to Shirley and her family.
Friends will be received from 9 to 10:45 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2026, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, where a memorial Mass will be celebrated after the visitation at 11 a.m. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery.
Arrangements are by Santella Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in memory of Shirley to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Restoration Fund, 806 11th St., Altoona, PA 16602.
santellafuneralhome.com