Glenn W. "Bill" McKelvey Jr., 88, of Pequea, PA, formerly of Drumore, PA was called home to his lord and family that went before him on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at Lancaster General Hospital.He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, the late Arlene L. Huber McKelvey, who passed away in September, 2011.

Bill had started his employment as an electrical worker with B.G. & E. in MD, and then transferred to the Holtwood Power Plant in 1954.He retired from PPL in 1986 following 38 years of service. Following retirement, he worked as a driver at Q.P.R.C. for over 12 years.He was also the family handyman, and particularly enjoyed repairing electronics. He enjoyed the family pets over the years, and will be missed by his cat Emma and puppy Abigail.

He had served his country proudly in the US Navy during WWII on ships in both the European and Pacific theaters.

For over 50 years, Bill was a loyal member of Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church.

He was born in Modena, PA, the only child of the late Glenn W. Sr. and Mary E. Gary McKelvey.

Billis survived by 2 daughters:Deborah and husband Richard Nelson of Falls Church, VA, Claudia and husband Glen Sellers of Pequea, PA. 3 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren, and 1 step great grandchild. He was predeceased by a son, Wayne McKelvey.

A private traditional burial will take place at Quarryville Cemetery.

Friends are invited to a Celebration of Life Service to be held January 18, 2014 at Mt Nebo United Methodist Church, 673 Martic Heights Drive, Pequea, PA. at 11:00 a.m.The family will visit with friends at the church following the service with a time for fellowship and refreshments.

Please omit flowers with memorial contributions made to Mt Nebo United Methodist Church.Arrangements entrusted to Reynolds Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc., 144 East State Street, Quarryville, PA.To send an online note of condolence to the family, please visit our website at; www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net