Harriet L. Mellinger, 89, formerly of Kirkwood, entered into rest on Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at Susquehanna Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born in McDowell County, West Virginia, she was a daughter of the late, Ira E. Sr., and Ina Ann Okie (Hurley) Shumate. She was married to the late, Robert B. Mellinger. Harriet had been employed by several area sewing factories. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. She also loved animals and enjoyed sewing and reading. Harriet is survived by 3 daughters: Barbara, wife of Larry Whyte of Kirkwood; Patricia, wife of Stanley Herr of Quarryville; and Catherine, wife of Donald Kirsch of Manheim. Also surviving are 12 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren and a sister, Ruth Bryson. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lorraine and a son, Michael.
A private family Mass of Christian Burial will be held with traditional interment following in the Union Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Dewald Funeral and Cremation Services, 227 West 4th St. Quarryville for a Life Celebration drop-in on Friday, November 27, 2015 from 5-6 p.m. Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lancaster Co. Cat Rescue P.O. Box 262 Lancaster, PA 17608 or the Humane League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Highway, Lancaster, PA 17602. Online guestbook at www.dewalds.com Comments are closed.
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