Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Schellsburg, PA, Bedford County Pennsylvania & Surrounding Areas
Dorothy C. Natolly
May 20, 2024
Dorothy C. Natolly, 73, of Bedford, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 20, 2024 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.
Dorothy was born in Anaheim, CA. on July 9, 1950, daughter of the late Cecil and Mary (Martin) Schriver.
On February 10, 1972, she married her husband John F. Natolly II, of Bedford.
She is survived by son- John...
Joshua Paul King
May 20, 2024
Joshua Paul King, 39, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 20, 2024 at his home in Chambersburg.
Joshua was born in Windber on July 9, 1984, son of Ronald P. King, of Bedford and Vickie (Beckett) Lopez, of Chambersburg.
He is survived by mother- Vickie wife of Manuel Cruz, of Chambersburg; father- Ronald husband of Ethel...
Michael D. Abbott
May 15, 2024
Michael "Mike" D. Abbott, 69, of Bedford, beloved son, brother, uncle, faithful friend and devoted child of God, peacefully and unexpectedly entered his eternal home on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, where his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, welcomed him with open arms. Among the many awaiting his arrival were his loving father, mother and his eldest brother.
Mike was born on...
William "Bill" C. Myers
May 13, 2024
William "Bill" C. Myers, 86, of Bedford, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 13, 2024 at UPMC Altoona Hospital.
Bill was born in Cumberland on November 7, 1937, son of the late Lester C. and Daisy (Gordon) Myers.
On March 15, 1958, he married his wife Ada Mae (Kegg), of Bedford.
He is survived by daughter- Vickie Styer, of...

Anthony L. Wagner
May 5, 2024
Anthony "Tony" L. Wagner III
Friends Cove
Anthony Lewis Wagner III, 86, passed away at home on the family farm in Friends Cove on Sunday, May 5, 2024. His entire family was able to say goodbye and share how much they loved him.
Tony was born on January 16, 1938 on Patterson Park Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland. His parents were the late Anthony...
Jack F. Shoemaker
May 3, 2024
Jack F. Shoemaker, 90, of Bedford, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Friday, May 3, 2024 at his home with his wife by his side.
Jack was born at the family farm in Friends Cove, on May 27, 1933, son of the late Kenneth K. and Marian (Beegle) Shoemaker.
On June 2, 1956, he married his wife Barbara (Triplett), celebrating...
Valorie M. Pellerin
May 1, 2024
Valorie M. (Whetstone) Pellerin
Pembroke Pines, FL, formerly of Manns Choice
Valorie M. (Whetstone) Pellerin, 61, of Pembroke Pines, FL went to be with her Savior on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. She was born October 10, 1962 in Everett, PA at Bedford Memorial Hospital, a daughter of Nathan H. and Marian R. (Herline) Whetstone. She graduated from Bedford High School in 1980...
Barbara L. Oyler
Apr 29, 2024
Barbara Lee Oyler, 80, of Bedford, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 29, 2024 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh.
Barbara was born in Bedford on December 21, 1943, daughter of the late Ellis J. and Margaret Helen (Smith) Foor.
On October 13, 1989, she married her husband Donald G. Oyler, of Bedford.
She is survived by daughter- Marsha Gears,...
Donald P. MacGregor
Apr 27, 2024
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our devoted father, grandfather, and friend, Donald Phillip MacGregor, on April 27, 2024. Born to the late William and Carrie Marguerite (Feaster) MacGregor in Fishertown, PA on September 4, 1936, he provided endless service to his country, community, and especially to his family.
Don was a graduate of Schellsburg-Napier High School in...
Barry A. Ginder Sr.
Apr 26, 2024
Barry A. Ginder Sr., 83, of Manns Choice, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 26, 2024, at his home on Glade Pike Road.
Barry was born in Petersburg on August 2, 1940, son of the late Martin Ginder Sr. and Tekla (Brooks).
On November 19, 1983, he married his wife Margaret "Peggy" (Wilfong).
He is survived by daughter- Jeanne...
Paul D. Fochtman
Apr 25, 2024
Paul D. Fochtman, 80, of Manns Choice, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at his home.
Paul was born in New Baltimore on November 29, 1943, son of the late Lawrence "Dutch" and Elizabeth "Dolly" (Ellenberger) Fochtman.
He is survived by daughter- Cynthia L. Fochtman, of Schellsburg; son- Stephen P. husband of Joy...
Richard "Rick" S. Griffith
Apr 23, 2024
Richard "Rick" S. Griffith, 68, of Schellsburg, Pennsylvania passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at his home.
He was born in Bedford on July 13, 1955, son of the late James and Lucille (Mowry) Griffith.
He is survived by daughter- Nicole Price (Jesse Peters), son- RJ Griffith (Amber McGill), son- Elijah Griffith, son- Tyler Griffith (Kimberly Pittman), five grandchildren, and 4...
Shirley Ross Dively
Apr 14, 2024
Ross Dively, 82, of Polk, PA. formally of Claysburg, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024 after a battle with cancer.
He was born in Claysburg on August 14, 1941, son of the late Elvin A. Dively and Edith (Claar) Dively.
He is survived by two brothers: Morgan Dively and Jack Dively; four sisters: Nancy Johnson, Helen Rickabaugh, Doris wife of Dwayne...
David Lynn Frederick
Apr 14, 2024
David Lynn Frederick, 59, of Bedford, Pennsylvania passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at his home in Bedford.
David was born in Altoona on August 16, 1964, son of the late Paul and Helen (Hammer) Frederick.
On July 14, 1990, he married his wife Ann Marie (Helsel).
He is survived by son- David L. Frederick Jr., of Bedford; son- Randell L. Frederick,...
Jackie Dale Duffy
Apr 13, 2024
Jackie Dale Duffy, 80, of New Paris, Pennsylvania passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Pennknoll Village, Everett.
Jackie was born in Bedford on May 24, 1943, son of the late Rollo and June (McCleary) Duffy.
He is survived by son- Robert D. husband of Cindy (Whitfield) Duffy, of Bedford; son- Jay A. Duffy, of Gardners; brother- James Duffy, of Bedford;...
William David Klemstine
Apr 8, 2024
William David Klemstine, 70, of Schellsburg, Pennsylvania passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 at UPMC Presbyterian, Pittsburgh.
William was born in Bedford on April 2, 1954, son of the late David and Dena (Seese) Klemstine.
He is survived by brother- James Klemstine, of Monroeville; nephew- Chris husband of Christine Klemstine, of Delmont; nephew- Jonathan husband of Alex Klemstine; and survived by...
John W. Wilson
Apr 4, 2024
John W. Wilson, 71, of New Paris, Pennsylvania passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at UPMC Altoona Hospital.
John was born in Bedford on November 16, 1952, son of the late Harry and Mary (Wolfhope) Wilson.
On December 23, 1972, he married his wife Betty (Claycomb).
He is survived by daughter- Amy M. wife of Chris Fochtman, of New Paris; son- Thad...

Beatrice A. Livengood
Mar 31, 2024
Beatrice A. Livengood, 79, of Bedford, Pennsylvania went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at her home.
Beatrice was born in Cumberland on September 20, 1944, daughter of the late William "Frank" and Mable (Kegg) Hite.
She was formerly married to Rod Livengood, who survives of Bedford.
She is survived by son- Todd J. husband of Ellen J. (Diehl)...
James A. Hershberger
Mar 28, 2024
James A. Hershberger, 74, of Fillo Lane, Bedford, PA, went home to be with the Lord, and to be reunited with beloved family members and friends, who have gone on before him. James passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at his home, surrounded by his family.
He was born May 14, 1949, in Bedford, PA, and was the last surviving...
George A. McIntyre
Mar 24, 2024
George Arthur McIntyre, 78 of Old State Road, Bedford died Sunday March 24,2024 surrounded by his beloved family.
Mr. McIntyre was born in McKeesport, Pa on September 19,1946, son of the late George W. and Marie (Brady) McIntyre of McKeesport, Pa.
On October 6, 1981 George married his wife Shirley D. (Hillegass) McIntyre, who proceeded him in death on February 20,2020.
He is...