Ellen VanOrder Obituary
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Ellen is survived by her husband; two daughters, Gerri Ann Seamans of Gettysburg, PA, and Mandy Rae King of Inwood, WV; a son, Joshua James King of Lawrenceville, PA; five grandchildren, Dallas King, Rihley James King, Benny Benford, Gehrig J. King, and Raelyn J. King; great-granddaughter Ivey L. King; six sisters, Donna Seamans of Gettysburg, PA, Betty Brown of Cuba, NY, Rossann Schwartz of Las Vegas, NV, Dawn Klinefeller of Aspers, PA, Marsha Schroeder of Palmyra, NY, and Gail Jones of Allenwood, PA; and an abundance of nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Easton King; and two sisters, Ida Mae Penner and Emma Carpenter.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, Inc. 637 S. Main St. Mansfield, PA is assisting the family. www.buckheitfcandcrematory.com
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Judy Butler Leister
August 12, 2025
Marsha, Dawn and Gail: Am sorry to hear about Ellen's passing. Will be praying for you all.
Judy (Butler) Leister
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