Eleanor Louise Bartlebaugh

Eleanor Louise Bartlebaugh

Eleanor Bartlebaugh Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 10, 2025.
Bartlebaugh, Eleanor L. "Sal" - 97 of Johnstown, formerly of Blairsville, passed away on October 7, 2025 with her family at her side. She was born July 8, 1928 in Blairsville. Eleanor was the daughter of Michael and Goldie (Riter) Belon. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Robert C. Bartlebaugh, great grandson, Levi Jay Paul Reighard and her sisters, Vivian Roadman and Betty Keller. Eleanor is survived by her daughter, Janice wife of Paul Reighard of Geistown, her grandchildren, Laure Bailey of Chicago, IL and Eric Reighard and his wife Amanda of Richland and her great grandchildren, Avalee and Miles. She is also survived by her sister, Joann Emmert of Ligonier. Eleanor was a retired administrative assistant for Torrence State Hospital. She enjoyed visits and playing a good game of cards with her friends and neighbors. Most important to Eleanor was her family. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She looked forward to spending time and making memories with her family and her friends and loved ones. A graveside prayer will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 11 AM at Blairsville Cemetery in Blairsville, PA. The Bartlebaugh Family is being served by the Matthew R. Decort Funeral Home Inc. in Portage. Online condolences may be made at www.decortfh.com

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