Rebecca A. Black

rebecca black

May 27, 1947 ~ September 3, 2015

Born in: Franklin, Pennsylvania

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Rebecca A. Black, 68, of Franklin passed away on Thursday, September 3rd, at 10:30 a.m. at her home. Born May 27, 1947 in Franklin, Rebecca was the daughter of the late Elmer L. and Marie Jones Young. On February 12, 1966, Rebecca married the late Vernon L. Black, who preceded her in death.Rebecca was a 1965 graduate of Franklin High School and work as an agent for Hallmark in Hanover, as well as a homemaker.Rebecca attended Fox St. Church of God and the Atlantic Ave United Brethren in Christ Church. She enjoyed going to antique stores and flea markets. In her spare time, Rebecca also enjoyed spending time in Amish Country in Lancaster, was a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary, and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was an avid Pirates baseball fan, as well.Rebecca is survived by her sons: Vernon L. Black, Jr. of Herminie and Darin S. Black, and his wife, Delia, of Gettysburg. She is additionally survived by her three grandchildren: Natalie Black of Scottdale; Maggie Black of Scottdale; and Raphael Black of Gettysburg; and one cousin, Don Neidich.In addition to her parents and late husband, Rebecca was preceded in death by her brother, Elmer Young; and her cousin, Buzz Neidich.Family and friends will be received at Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin, on Wednesday, September 9th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.. Funeral services will follow visitation on Wednesday, September 9th at 4:30 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Lonny Wolford, pastor of the Fox St. Church of God, officiating. Interment will follow at Graham Cemetery.The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc. to help defray funeral expenses.To send online condolences, flowers, cards, or for further information, friends and family are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.

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  3. God called a wonderful woman and best friend home yesterday. I will never forget the good times we spent going to the Amish country, just laughing and recalling the good ole days on BullyHill.
    I was so blessed to be able to care for you these last couple of months and you seemed so happy
    to be back home in Franklin . Vern and you were special friends. May you both rest in peace.
    Yor forever friend. Ann

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  4. I was so saddened to hear of the loss of Becky Black. I worked with Becky for many years and had been friends with her and Vern since they moved to York County. They also attended my Church. The loss of Vern was very hard on Becky. I should be happy because I am sure they are together again in Heaven.
    I will miss them both. My condolences to both Darin and young Vern.
    Linda Pentz

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  5. I just spoke to Becky a few days ago and I just can not believe she is gone. I am not over loosing my best friend Becky’s husband Vern from just a short time ago. When Becky called me last week she was disappointed because she was not going to make it to the Coast Guard Auxiliary conference in which her and Vern have been our right hand helpers (see pic) for years. They both loved coming to these and we had a great time simply acting like kids again, we could do that together. I just know she is now home with Vern again as I can hear Vern saying REBECCA. Words can not say what we truly feel, we will miss them dearly. Our best to the family and children. With Love, Kevin and Vickie Tyler

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  6. With great sadness, the members of Division 19 (5NR) U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary note the passing of Rebecca Black. Becky was one of our most loyal, dedicated and active members, along with her husband Vern. Regardless of the mission, from safety patrols on the Susquehanna River to staffing boating safety booths at public events, she was there to help. Her laugh and her smile always added something special. She will be sorely missed.

    David Shelton
    Commander, Flotilla 19-06

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  8. I just can’t get my best friend of 55 years off my mind. She was the sister I never had and the best friend anyone could have been blessed with. I will miss the trips to the Amish country, the phone calls, and the chance to just have a good laugh of the crazy things we did in school and growing up on Bully Hill. The memories are all I have now, but they will forever be with me and I will always feel blessed for the little neighbor girl down the road who came into my life many years ago. Forever friends. Ann

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  9. God bless all of the remaining kids and grand children after the passing of their dear Mother and Grandmother. May she rest in God’s loving peace forever. O
    I knew Becky through her sister- in-law Vicki Clark.
    With sympathy, Peggy Stroupe

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  10. To the Black Family: I was very sad & shocked to hear about Becky. I have such good memories of being childhood friends/ classmates for several years. I valued her friendship. You are very much in my thoughts and prayers.
    With sincere sympathy,
    Susie Wagner (Jordan)

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