Margaret Lou "Marge" (Hooper) Shellaby

Of Homewood, PA, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

Born the daughter of the late Lewis Hooper and the late Margaret Hooper.

Beloved wife of Harry Shellaby for 68 years.

Loving mother of the late Steven K. (surviving spouse, Denise) Shellaby.

Dear aunt of B. Sarah Shellaby and Rebecca Fleurant.  Adored sister-in-law of Jacqueline Shellaby.  Dear friend of Rosemarie Schuler, Carole Ruffa, and countless others.

Marge had a passion for Astrology, and became skilled at creating forecasts and natal charts to depict the alignment of stars at the exact date and time of birth of her relatives and friends.  She was a member of the American Federation of Astrologers, where she gained countless friendships through conferences that she attended.  She was also a member of the Edgar Cayce’s Association for Research and Enlightenment.  Marge enjoyed traveling to Niagara on the Lake in Canada with her husband and friends to take in the Shaw Festivals, which featured exceptional theatre productions inspired by Bernard Shaw and many other artists.  Marge was a devout animal lover, and especially adored her niece Sarah’s dog, Jack.  She also cared greatly about contributing to causes that would solve worldwide issues with animals, such as hunger, shelter, or health complications.

There will be no visitation or service.

Arrangements are entrusted to Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Turtle Creek / Monroeville Chapel, 1111 Monroeville Ave., Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350.

Memorial contributions may be made in Marge’s name to an animal shelter or animal non-for-profit of your choosing.