Mary E. Kelsey

Mary E. Kelsey, 89, of Manheim, died peacefully on Sunday, July 23, 2017 at Susque-View Home Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Lock Haven. Born in Rock Royal, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Edward and Lillian Hicks Cook. Mary was the loving wife of the late Ronald F. Kelsey who died in March of 2001. She was employed as a sales associate in the furniture department for Sears Department Store, Park City. Mary was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church, Manheim, volunteered in the nursery, and assisted with the Stephen Ministry program. Her interests included ceramics and cats.

Surviving are three sons: Ronald E. “Chip” Kelsey companion of Cheryl Lausch of Lititz, David A. husband of Kerry Kelsey of Manheim, Randall W. husband of Leslie Kelsey of Manheim, three daughters: Barbara E. wife of Dennis Ditzler of Blanchard, Sherry L. wife of Edwin Miller of Kingston, TN., Karen G. Becker of Lititz, 12 grandchildren, and 29 great grandchildren. Preceding her in death is a sister, Ethel Domonkos and two brothers: Edward and Charles Cook.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Mary’s graveside service at the Manheim Fairview Cemetery, Sun Hill Road, Manheim, on Friday, July 28, 2017 at 2:00 PM. There will be a viewing at the Buch Funeral Home, 21 Market Square, Manheim on Friday afternoon from 1:30 PM until 2:00 PM. Those desiring may send contributions in Mary’s memory to Salem United Methodist Church, 140 North Penn Street, Manheim, PA 17545, or Susque-View Home Memorial Fund, 22 Cree Drive, Lock Haven, PA 17745.