Shirley J. Culp, 81, of Galeton, PA, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at UPMC Cole, Coudersport, PA. 

She was a Valentine baby being born on February 14, 1943 in Renovo, PA. She was a daughter of the late Russell McKinley and John and Martha (Bowers) Miller. She was a 1962 graduate of Renovo High School. On October 15, 1966, she married Kenneth Culp, who preceded her in death on August 16, 2018. Shirley worked at Smith of Galeton Gloves before retiring. She enjoyed gardening, riding four wheelers, loved hummingbirds and Christmas was her favorite time of year.

Surviving are five children, Christopher (Debbie) Culp, Pittsburgh, PA, Cynthia (Bill) Kiel, Galeton, Clayton (Dawn) Culp, Galeton, Cory (Christine) Culp, Lansdale, PA, and Charles (Tina) Culp, Galeton; three sisters, Elsie Warner, Milford, CT; nine grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. 

In addition to her parents and husband, Ken, Shirley was predeceased by a brother, Earl McKinley and three sisters, Anna Mae McKinley, Myrna Rose Muckle, and Judy Isaacs.

Friends may call at the Hess Funeral Home & Cremation Service on Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 10:00-11:00am with the Funeral Service following at 11:00am.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Galeton Food Bank, 45 Pine Street, Galeton, PA 16922.