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December 1, 2025

Robert Shelley Sr.

PORT ALLEGANY — Robert C. Shelley Sr., 86, of Port Allegany died Friday (Nov. 28, 2025) at Sena Kean Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Smethport.

Arrangements are under direction of Olney-Foust Funeral Homes & Crematory, Switzer Chapel. Online condolences may be expressed at olneyfoust.com.

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