Photo courtesy of Deeley Funeral Home, Inc. - Punxsutawney
Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania
Apr 1, 1951 – Jan 8, 2024 (Age 72)
Pamela J. Aaron, 72
Pamela J. Aaron, 72, of Punxsutawney, died Monday, January 8, 2024, at her home.
She was born April 1, 1951, in Distant, PA, a daughter of the late Lucy M. (Henderson) and Blair M. Ortz.
On April 8, 1972, she married William “Doug” Aaron, who survives.
Pam was a 1969 graduate of Redbank Valley High School. She loved to quilt and do hand quilting. She served as the neighborhood seamstress, was willing to make food for any occasion and was well known for her specialties of potato salad, gobs, and homemade apple butter. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, cooking and baking, and was always willing to help out or lend a hand to anyone in need no matter the circumstances.
In addition to her husband Doug, surviving relatives include two children, daughter Janie L. Strawcutter and husband Robert of Punxsutawney and son Scott Aaron and wife Darlene of Dubois; six grandchildren, Brittany Frye and husband Cullen, Derek Brown, Hunter Aaron, Jake Frank and wife Alexis, Jessica Frank, and Emily Frank; six great-grandchildren; and four siblings, brother Tom Ortz of Distant, sister Della Young of Distant, brother Tim Ortz and wife Michelle of New Bethlehem and sister Anita Dougan and husband John of Kittanning.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by infant twin sons Tad and Todd Aaron.
Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, January 12, 2024, at the Deeley Funeral Home, Punxsutawney.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the funeral home with Pastor Ed Bach officiating.
Interment will be in Oakland Cemetery, Distant.
Memorial contributions may be made, in memory of Mrs. Aaron, to the Punxsutawney Memorial Library, 301 East Mahoning Street, Unit 4, Punxsutawney, PA 15767.
Online condolences may be made at www.deeleyfuneralhome.com.
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I just found out I lost you today. My heart goes out to Doug and family. We shared so much and always had fun together. You will be missed by so many. Sending my love and hugs to your family and friends.
Linda Gerano Doughty
September 19, 2024 | Coeur D Alene, ID | Family
May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.
J.
February 08, 2024
We might not have been close In miles but you was and always will be close to my heart. Love u n miss u Aunt Pam.
Leslie Ortz
January 13, 2024 | Chatsworth, CA | Family
Doug and family
May the thoughts and prayers of family and friends help provide a measure of comfort and support in your times of sorrow.
Collectively, you are in my prayers.
Dave Blose
January 12, 2024 | Punxsutawney, PA | Acquaintance
We are so sorry to hear of Pam's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Denis and Debbie Neal
January 12, 2024 | Niagara Falls, NY | Friend
Our deepest sympathies, may God bless you at this sad time
John Aaron
January 11, 2024 | Brandenburg, KY | Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
Ernie Coleman
January 11, 2024 | Punxsutawney, PA | Friend
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Kim and Jess
January 11, 2024
We still needed you, Mom. I'm so very sorry you were taken from us. We love you and will think of you constantly.
Janie Strawcutter
January 11, 2024 | Daughter