Linda "Susan" Kelley-Hess

Linda “Susan” Kelley-Hess, 74, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. She was born June 9, 1952 to the late Clint I. and Ruth (Brown) Kelley. She is survived by her loving husband of 27 years, David H. Hess.

Susan was a vibrant and stylish woman who embraced life with enthusiasm and joy. She loved shopping for the perfect outfit, adding to her cherished collection of purses and shoes, and expressing her creativity through jewelry making. A true fashionista, Susan had a flair for beauty.

She found happiness in riding her bike, taking trips to the beach, and spending quality time with her beloved dogs, Daisey and Tulip. Above all else, Susan's greatest joy was her family, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Scott Long, and Traci (Long) Brantner and husband Dan; grandchildren, Brendan, Chase, and Noah Long, Gavin and Ethan Lodish, and Jenna Brantner; siblings, Rodney Kelley and wife Sandy, Lenny Kelley, Earnie Kelley, Larry Kelley and wife Sherry. She was predeceased by her brother Edward Kelley.

A Graveside service will be held on Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10 am at Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, PA 17078. A memorial service will follow at noon at Rothermel-Finkenbinder Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 25 W. Pine St., Palmyra, PA 17078 with Reverend David Williams officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home from 11 am until the start of the service at noon.

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.FinkenbinderFamily.com