Elizabeth Ann Freehling

Elizabeth Ann Freehling obituary, Phoenix, AZ

Elizabeth Ann Freehling

Elizabeth Freehling Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Best Funeral Services Peoria on Nov. 27, 2024.

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On Saturday, November 16, 2024, Elizabeth (Betty Ann) Krah Freehling age 90, of Sun City, AZ, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA died peacefully in her home surrounded by her family and friends who loved her. Beloved wife of 49 years to the late Alvin W. (Red) Freehling, and Beloved Mother of Janet (Phil) DiEgidio, Karen (Alan) Jedrzejewski, and Mary Freehling, Loving Grandmother of Julia DiEgidio, Celene (Bob) Skoff, Casey and Wesley Jedrzejewski, and Great Grandmother of Robert (Rip) Skoff. She was also the Loving Aunt of Amee, Bernie and Megan Vorndran, and Sister-in-law of Michele Vorndran. She was preceded in death by her sister Delores (Dolly) Krah, and Brother Bernard J. Vorndran. Betty was born in Pittsburgh, PA and attended Saint Leo Elementary School. She enjoyed singing in the church choir and as a member of the Teutonia Mannerchor German Club. In addition to her family and friends, Betty loved two things; children and performing. As the woman behind the Blue Cross CARING CUB, she encouraged families with her warm smile, caring hugs and lively personality until she retired. In 2021 she moved from Pittsburgh to Sun City, AZ with her daughter, Mary. This had always been a lifetime dream of hers to have her time in the sun. Services and a celebration of her life to be held in March of 2025 in Pittsburgh, PA. Contact Mary Freehling for updates on the service arrangements. ([email protected])
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November 29, 2024

Sarah Setcavage posted to the memorial.

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November 27, 2024

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Sarah Setcavage

November 29, 2024

The day we spent together at Kennywood. She invited me to be her escort while she walked around and rode rides as the Highmark Care Bear mascot. One of my fondest memories of a woman who loved life and lived it to the fullest.

[email protected]

November 29, 2024

Too many memories to list.
Very sorry for your loss. Grateful to have known Betty and her zest for life. With love and prayers to all. Margret

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