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Sherriann Kelley

2/4/1969 - 9/17/2025

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Obituary For Sherriann Kelley

Sherriann Kelley

February 4, 1969-September 17, 2025

Sherriann Kelley, 56, of Altoona, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at UPMC Altoona Hospital following an extended illness. She was born in Altoona, the daughter of Daniel L. Kelley and Ellen M. (Sonefelt) Kelley.

Sherri is survived by her parents, Daniel of Altoona, and Ellen of Hollidaysburg, PA; her son, Yancy Vaught Jr. of Altoona; and her siblings: Lorrie Lowe (Brad) of Reston, VA, Rachel Kelley of Bristol, PA, Heather Kelley of Levittown, PA, and Daniel B. Kelley of Altoona. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and a great-nephew, all of whom she adored.

She was a proud graduate of Altoona Area High School (Class of 1987) and attended Penn State Altoona. She worked most recently as a dietary aide at Garvey Manor and previously spent many years serving customers at Giant Eagle. Her warmth, kindness, and genuine love for her residents and customers made her a beloved with those she supported.

Sherri was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. In her free time, she found joy in cheering on her favorite teams, the Philadelphia Eagles and the New York Yankees. She also cherished attending concerts and taking road trips to the beach. Above all, Sherri loved spending quality time with her family and friends, and she will be remembered for her caring spirit, and her deep love for those around her.

Friends and family will be received from 5-7 PM, Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at the Stevens Mortuary, 1421 8th Avenue, Altoona, PA 16602, where a vigil for the deceased will be held.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 AM, Thursday, September 25, 2025 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 511 20th Street, Altoona, PA 16602, with Fr. Lubomir Strecok, celebrant.

Interment will be held at Alto-Reste.

Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.

Sherri will be greatly missed by all who knew her, and her memory will forever live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

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  • 5 TREES

    Stacey Moyer planted 5 trees in memory of Sherriann Kelley . - 09/24/2025

  • Sweet Moments

    Donnie Turek sent Sweet Moments for Sherriann Kelley - 09/23/2025

    We are deeply saddened by Sherriann's passing. Sherriann touched our hearts with her kindness and we were honored to take part in her care. - Donnie, Isaac, and Zishan (her favorite nurses at Presby)

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  • 09/26/2025

    Valerie Mauk

    Sherruann was a wonderful person. She was always smiling and trying to make things better for others. She worked with my son at Giant Eagle and took him under her wing and looked out for him. For that, I'll always be thankful. Rest in peace, my dear friend. You will be greatly missed. Love you. Valerie Mauk

  • 09/24/2025

    Lynn nixon

    I meet her at the Bavarian. I few years back she was waitressing I also seen her at giant eagle where she working she was a sweet soul I'm glad at got to know her I am saddened she would always say she was fabulous I will miss you love you

  • 09/23/2025

    Bonnie Bukowski

    I worked with Sherriann at Garvey Manor... So Blessed to get to know such a loving.. kind.. Soul... She's definitely a beautiful Angel 😇 until we meet again... Lots of 💕 Love Bonnie Bukowski

  • 09/23/2025

    Monica Maus

    Sherriann always said she was fabulous and I believe now she is fabulous in Heaven. She always made me smile at Giant Eagle. Rest easy. Monica & Joe Maus

  • 09/22/2025

    Deedee Daniels

    Rest my friend. You're with God now. I'll never forget you one of the( fabulous )person I know in PA. God is good ! Love ya, DeeDee Daniels

  • 09/21/2025

    sally kelley

    I was BLESSED with YOU for more years than I ever deserved...You will always live in my Heart forever..until we meet again...I love you dearly.....Aunt Sally

  • 09/19/2025

    Sherri Bradshaw

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    Melissa Slick

    SherriAnn was always upbeat. I worked with her at Garvey Manor. She was happy to be living. She will be greatly missed

  • 09/19/2025

    Stephanie (Reed) Campbell

    I'll always carry a memory of Sherriann on my person. When we were so small, maybe 4-5 years old, she uses to pinch my cheek and I still have a small scar from it in the shape of a leaf. We would go to breakfast now and again and I'd always tease her about it. Rest easy, my lifelong friend.

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