Marchell M. "Shelly" Kuchera, 65 of Whitehall, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in her home. Born on October 7, 1960, in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Donald and Rosemarie (Spanitz) Meiley. Shelly and her husband, Gerald "Jerry" celebrated 42 years of marriage together. She was a graduate of Northampton High School. She was employed as an associate for various sporting good stores throughout the area. She retired as a warehouse technician for Cintas in 2020. Shelly was a member of Assumption BVM Catholic Church, Northampton. She enjoyed line dancing and making candy at home. She was a baton teacher for Stepping Out Dance Academy for several years.

Survivors: In addition to her husband, Shelly is survived by her brother, James and wife Joann Meiley; sister, Lori and husband Dennis Proctor; brothers-in-law, Bernard, Robert, Richard Kuchera; sister-in-law, Karen Deutsch; several nieces and nephews and her loving dog, Scooter.

Services: Family and friends may call on Tuesday, December 9th from 8:00 a.m. until 9:15 a.m. in the Reichel Funeral Home, 326 E. 21st St., Northampton.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. in the church, 2181 Washington Ave., Northampton. Interment will be in the parish cemetery.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the church or Scarlet Heart Sanctuary Dog Rescue in loving memory of Shelly. Online condolences may be offered below.