Shelley Ann Kump, 38, of Aspers, PA, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday morning, January 27, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so dearly.
Born on October 16, 1987, in Gettysburg, PA, Shelley was a 2006 graduate of Gettysburg High School and earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Shippensburg University in 2011. She dedicated 11 years to the students and staff of Arendtsville Elementary School, where her passion for teaching left a lasting mark on her community.
Shelley was a devoted wife, mother, and teacher who approached life with a warrior’s heart and a soul filled with magic. For seven years, she fought with incredible bravery to secure more time for what she loved most: her family and friends. Whether she was dancing and singing with her children, finding joy in a quiet hike, immersing herself in a great book, or leading high-energy “Caree-oke” sessions, Shelley lived by the belief that life is measured by the moments that take your breath away.
As a natural “North Star” for those around her, she poured 110% of herself into every role. She balanced a grounded, level head with a playful spirit, reminding everyone that even when a story doesn’t follow the planned ending, we have the power to make every chapter beautiful.
Shelley is survived by her loving husband, Jacob Kump; their two children, Paxton and Penelope Kump; her mother, Dorothy (Bowers) Bigham; her father and step-mother, James and Barbary Bigham; and her step-siblings, Ben Allen and Carrie Slaughter.
Funeral services for Shelley will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the Monahan Funeral Home, 125 Carlisle St., Gettysburg, PA. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Gettysburg. The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM, Monday evening, February 2, 2026, at the funeral home, as well as an hour before the services on Tuesday morning, prior to the services. Online condolences may be made at monahanfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Shelley’s honor to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition.
This is so sad. My daughter was a friend of Shelly. Shelly was very special. My sympathy is with all who are dealing with the profound pain of her passing.