Armeda J. Sawtelle
Armeda J. Sawtelle, 89, passed away quietly on March 31, 2025, at Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Windy Hill located in Philipsburg, Pa., where she had been a resident since 2017.
She was born on August 31, 1935, a daughter of the late Kenneth and Elizabeth (Steele) Schnarrs.
Armeda was married on October 18, 1953 to Edward Glenn Sawtelle, Sr. He preceded her in death on November 10, 2010.
She was also preceded in death by their infant son, Kenneth; her parents; a sister, Paula Jean Smith; a brother, Ralph “Jake” Schnarrs; and an infant grandson, Andrew R. Smith.
Armeda is survived by her children: Edward G. “Peanut” Sawtelle and his wife, Deborah, of (South) Philipsburg, Nancy L. Smith and her husband, Charles, of Hollidaysburg, David L. Sawtelle and his wife, Jennifer, of Altoona; grandchildren: Glenna Croyle and her husband, Nick, of Philipsburg, Brian Sawtelle and his fiancée , Elaine, of Muncy Valley, Pa., Elizabeth Sawtelle and her fiancé, Logan Day, of Altoona, Emilee, Benjamin and Jacob Sawtelle, of Altoona; great-grandchildren: Kevin, Tristin and Adeline; one great-great granddaughter, Rosiland G. Croyle; a brother, Kenneth Schnarrs, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi; and special relatives: a brother-in-law, David Smith; and a nephew, Kenneth Glenn Smith and his wife, April, of (South) Philipsburg.
Armeda was born in Philipsburg and she was a “Southy Kid” her entire life. She was a member of the South Philipsburg Christian & Missionary Alliance Church for more than 55 years until her illness prevented her from attending. During her years there she was very active serving the Lord in various positions.
During her working career, she was employed with the Philipsburg Dollar General Store and was the store manager when she retired in 1997.
At her request, a private service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Interment will be in Philipsburg Cemetery.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Windy Hill for the care given to Armeda. Also a special thank you to her granddaughter, Glenna, on staff at Windy Hill, for watching over her all these years.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Beezer-Heath Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Philipsburg. Online condolences and memories may be shared at http://www.beezerheathfh.com
