Bertha Leota McElhaney
April 20, 1939 ~ January 27, 2023
Born in: Cherry Tree, Pennsylvania
Bertha L. McElhaney, 83 of Franklin passed away on Friday, January 27, 2023, surrounded by her family, at Sugarcreek Station. She was born on April 20, 1939 to the late Raymond and Nannie (Rifenberrick) Brown.
She married the love of her life, Harry McElhaney, on March 31, 1957. The couple spent many wonderful years together and Harry will miss his wife dearly.
Bertha retired from Rocky Grove High School as a Cook in the Cafeteria.
She was a longtime member of the Worden Chapel Church. She enjoyed using her skills in the kitchen by cooking and baking for her family while listening to her beloved country music. She loved being outside in the fresh air; gardening, mowing grass, and picking berries. Family meant everything to Bertha and she never missed a chance to spend time with them or tell them how much she loved them.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband; her son, Michael McElhaney and his wife, Kitty of Franklin; her daughters, Debbie Covell and her husband, Bud and Vicki Ahmadian and her husband, Greg all of Utica; her grandchildren, Amy, Leigh, Anna, Sara, Patrick, Clayton, Becky, Jenny, and Cody; her ten great-grandchildren and one on the way; and her sister, Wendy Sloss and her husband, Tom of Reno.
In addition to her parents, Bertha is preceded in death by her son, Steven "Pete" McElhaney and her parents-in-law, Ellwood and Marie McElhaney.
Bertha will be laid to rest on Forest Chapel Cemetery, Franklin.
Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Worden Chapel Church, 967 Keely Road, Franklin, PA, 16323, from 2pm - 4pm and 6pm - 8pm and Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at the church from 2pm - 4pm and 6pm - 8pm. A funeral service for Bertha will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at 11am at the Worden Chapel Church, with Pastor David McVay and Retired Pastor Gale Boocks, of Worden Chapel Church, officiating.
Memorial contributions can be made in Bertha's memory to the Worden Chapel Church, 711 Keely Road, Franklin, PA, 16323.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Bertha's Book of Memories at www.WarrenFH.com.
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Bertha was like another Mom when the McElhaneys, Jacobys & Bakers went camping. I always wondered what other campers thought when our broods unloaded! Her being there to cook with Mom & Elaine guaranteed the gang was eating good. I loved Bertha’s giggle. She’ll no doubt have a great reunion with her friends in heaven. Sad for your great loss Harry and family. May you receive God’s healing.
So sorry to hear about Bertha passing.Tom and I are sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Deb,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your Mother and Grandma working the cafeteria , such beautiful people. Keeping you in prayer. Lots of Love and Hugs.
Karen Matthews Wood
Linda and Terry Sica
We are sending are love and Prayers to the Family. Bertha was always
smiling. She will be deeply missed. 🙏
I remember her at the school as a cook. She was a sweet lady. Prayers and love to the family at this time.
I met Bertha at Sugarcreek Station and she always greeted me as I was headed to visit my husband. She was a sweet lady and was always excited to go with Harry every Sunday. What a wonderful couple they made! Rest In Peace Bertha! Sally Huff
Bertha was a sweetheart-a beautiful person inside and out. My mom’s best friend. Our families share so many wonderful memories. God bless you, Harry, Mike, Debbie, and Vickie ❤️
So sorry to hear of Bertha’s passing, but I know she’s in a better place. Rest in Peace, dear cousin!
I am so sorry for your loss. Bertha was a wonderful lady. I remember all the fun times we had at the family reunions. Prayers for you all.
Mac, Deb, Vicki, and Mike,
We want to send you all our condolences and prayers for your loss. It was so wonderful being neighbors with you all. Bertha was a second mom to me.
Brenda and Craig
I would like to express my deepest for the loss of your beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. I remember Bertha from when I worked at Rocky Grove High School. In addition to being a hard worker, she was a very kind and caring person who loved and adored her family. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad and difficult time. Wishing you comfort and peace as you remember the many happy times you shared…
Rosalyn Miller
Wendy and Tom. I remember Bertha from the cafeteria at Rocky Grove High School. She was always so nice. Sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear about Bertha.Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. We can’t make it up for the sevice Wendy fell and broke her femur and can’t travel that far.
I remember Bertha working the kitchen in high school and was a very nice person. My condolences go out to the family.