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Matthew Keith Shelly Sr.

April 3, 1952 — June 2, 2025

Allentown

Matthew Keith Shelly Sr., 73, of Allentown, PA, died on June 2nd, 2025, at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest Hospital. Born in Sellersville, PA, Matthew was the son of the late Mahlon Shelly and the late Ruth (Sloyer) Shelly.

Matthew attended Quakertown Community High School and graduated in 1970. After High School, he furthered his education by attended Penn State University where he received his bachelor’s degree in education. He began working at Turczyn Amusements in 1978 and enjoyed it so much he remained working there until his death. His passion for life extended well beyond his professional endeavors, in his free time, Matthew enjoyed fishing, model trains, coaching little league football for over twenty years, and watching his son, Matt, play football. Matthew was a member at numerous social clubs and firehalls. He always had a special place in his heart for helping people. Above all else, he loved his family deeply and cherished the time he spent with them.

Matthew will be dearly missed by his son, Matthew Shelly Jr.; his brother, Mitchell Shelly; his granddaughter, Jezabel; along with his extended family members and friends.

All are invited to visit with Matthew’s family on Monday, June 16th, from 10:00AM ~ 11:00AM, at Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd. 135 W. Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA 18951. (215-536-3343) A memorial service will begin at 11:00AM. Burial will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Matthew Shelly Family Support Fundraiser.

All arrangements are made by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd. 135 W. Pumping Station Road, Quakertown, PA 18951. (215-536-3343)

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Monday, June 16, 2025

10:00 - 11:00 am (Eastern time)

Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd.

135 W Pumping Station Rd, Quakertown, PA 18951

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Memorial Service

Monday, June 16, 2025

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd.

135 W Pumping Station Rd, Quakertown, PA 18951

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