Edna S. Bicehouse

1942 - 2025

Edna S. Bicehouse

October 23, 1942 - October 21, 2025

State College, Pennsylvania - Edna S. Bicehouse of State College, PA, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, at the age of 82. She was born October 23, 1942, in Warren, PA, daughter to the late Kenneth and Susie (Kibbe) Franklin. She married Wayne A. Bicehouse on June 17, 1967, who survives. Edna dedicated her life to her family and nurturing the minds and spirits of children.

Edna grew up in Irvine, PA and graduated from Youngsville High School, Class of 1960. She then attended Edinboro University, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary and Special Education in 1964. Edna continued coursework at Slippery Rock University to earn advanced credits in education. She taught Special Education in Sharpsville, PA, before moving to the State College Area School District, where she taught Elementary Education for 25 years (Easterly Parkway and Corl Street Elementary schools). Edna's professional career was an example of her dedication to children's growth and education.

She was a member of Faith United Church of Christ, where she enjoyed the Women's Guild. Throughout her life, Edna participated in Bible study groups and cherished the relationships she made. Edna was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, where she was honored with a 50-year pin in recognition of her half-century of dedication and involvement.

Her marriage of 58 years was a testament of lifelong partnership and commitment. Edna's greatest joys were time spent with her family and friends. Regular gatherings with the retired teacher crew from Corl Street Elementary were a source of laughter and camaraderie.

Edna is survived by her husband Wayne A. Bicehouse, her sister, Mary Franklin Ringquist (Frank), her son, Daniel K. Bicehouse (Tracy); her daughter, Lori S. Bicehouse (Daniel Willaman); grandchildren, Abbey Bicehouse (George Roberts), Marina Bicehouse; great grandchildren, and nephew, Thomas Sickel (Kerri).

Friends and family will be received on Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 S. Atherton St., State College, PA.

Friends and family will also be received on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 10:00 – 11:00 am at Faith United Church of Christ, 300 East College Ave., State College. Funeral service will follow at 11:00 am with The Reverend Ann Graves officiating.

Edna will be laid to rest in Pine Hall Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Corl Street PTO, Corl Street Elementary, 235 Corl St, State College, PA 16801, please note "Library in memory of Mrs. Bicehouse" in the subject line or to the Women's Guild at Faith United Church of Christ.

Online condolences may be shared at www.kochfuneralhome.com