Melvin G. Shope Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on November 29, 2025 in Avella, Pennsylvania

Melvin G. Shope Sr.

October 30, 1944 - November 29, 2025 (81 years old)

Avella, Pennsylvania

Melvin G. Shope Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on November 29, 2025 in Avella, Pennsylvania

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Jerome A Stefkovich Funeral Home Inc.

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Melvin G. Shope Sr.

October 30, 1944 - November 29, 2025 (81 years old)

Avella, Pennsylvania

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Melvin G. Shope Sr. Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Melvin G. Shope Sr. of Avella, Pennsylvania, who passed away on November 29, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Melvin Lewis and Meryl Agnis Parmerter Shope; and his wife Janice Gail Cirino. He is survived by: his children, Tami Shope of Corry, PA, Kellie Gordon (Bruce) of Avella, Daniel Shope (Joanna) of Carlisle and Melvin Shope Jr. of Avella; his siblings, Gary Shope (Kim) of Raleigh, NC and Virginia Platz of Erie, PA; his friends, Dave Latshaw and Lori Shirley; his children, William "Bill" Shope, Elizabeth "Beth" Shope, Patricia "Pat" Nye and Carrie Devies; and his siblings, David, Jimmy, Allan Shope, Gloria Reed and Judy Larson. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jerome A Stefkovich Funeral Home Inc.



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