Gary R. Shellhammer, 84, of Allentown, died May 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his residence.

He and his wife, Phyllis S. (Schoch) Shellhammer, were married 63 years.

Born March 30, 1940, in Allentown, he was the son of the late Ralph F. and Jennie M. (Smith) Shellhammer.

He was employed at Pillsbury Co., formerly located in East Greenville, for 30 years before retiring in 1992.

Since then, he worked for Service Master, contracted to Phoebe Home Inc., Allentown, for seven years.

He was a member of Cedar Union Church, Cetronia, South Whitehall.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by daughters Sandra A. Shellhammer (Dean Royer) of Breinigsville, Cathy A. Gregoris (John III) of Bethlehem, and Jill A. Fraser; grandchildren Nikole Solano (Rob), John Michael IV and Sarah (Ray); great-grandson Zyair; sister Gail A. Christman of Allentown; and brother Randy S. Shellhammer (Victoria) of Topton.

He was predeceased by a son, David F. Shellhammer, who died in 2019.

A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family at Cedar Union Cemetery, Cetronia.

There will be no public calling hours.

Expressions of sympathy may be made at heintzelmancares.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to the church, c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.

Arrangements were made by Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Schnecksville.