Heather C. Bare

It is with broken hearts that we share the sudden and tragic passing of Heather C. Bare, 48, of York New Salem, due to a car accident on February 21, 2026.

Heather, affectionately known as feather by her loved ones, came into this world as a ray of sunshine at York Hospital, in York, PA, on September 15, 1977, a beautiful late-summer day suitable for her effervescent, optimistic, and easygoing personality. It is no accident that summer was her favorite season and the beach her favorite place, reflecting the warmth and generosity of her spirit.

She was raised in Littlestown, PA. In addition to being homeschooled, she graduated from Littlestown in 1995. Upon graduation, she worked for her brother's glass business. No detail was too small for Heather, even choosing a nail polish color could be an agonizing decision; however, that made her a flawless interior designer and home stager. For nine years, she ran a successful home staging business, Simplicity by Heather. Her understated style, natural aesthetic, and design sense were impeccable. She also most recently worked as a classroom aide with the Spring Grove Area School District.

She is survived by her parents, Rita Stahl of East Berlin and Christopher Stahl of McSherrystown. In addition, she is survived by her husband from whom she was separated, Shane Bare, and daughter, Macie, of Spring Grove and her brother, Todd Stahl and sister-in-law, Mary Crow Stahl, of York County and their children Nyah and Leroy.

Heather was a beacon of beauty - not only outwardly, but in the depth of her spirit. Her presence was a soft, warm, ocean breeze. She was a sensitive and selfless soul, a fierce and loyal friend, and someone whose wisdom often surprised you in the most grounding way. She had impeccable comedic timing, could make you laugh when you least expected it, and was gifted in the art of the one-liner.

She moved through life dancing to her own eternal music and was as comfortable dancing in her dining room as she was in a sea of Grateful Dead fans; she truly was "not like other girls." Guided by a strong sense of spirituality, balance, and self-reflection, she sprinkled kindness and love like glitter everywhere she went. She gave freely and without reservation, and love was her mantra. Her radiant smile was a gift that could illuminate even the darkest of days. Heather loved doting on her dog, Pippa, and her cat, Kitta; practicing yoga and meditating; cooking and sharing her gourmet dishes and a bottle of wine with friends; laughing, attending concerts, and traveling to the beach with her best friends, the CDs; and of course, celebrating every one of Macie's milestones.

Above all else, Heather was a strong, nurturing, and devoted mother to her precious daughter, Macie. Macie was her world - her greatest joy, her proudest accomplishment, and the center of every dream she held for the future.

Her free-spirited, gypsy soul will live on through the memories we shared with her. Fittingly, Heather flew away from us like a feather moving in a soft whisper of wind.

Please join us to celebrate Heather's beautiful light and spirit on March 7, 2026 at Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., of East York, 3670 E. Market St., York, PA 17402. The family will receive relatives and friends from 1:00PM – 2:00PM followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00PM.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Heather's Go Fund Me, https://gofund.me/9f878c396, which will establish a scholarship fund for Macie's education, ensuring that Heather's love continues to shape and support her daughter's future.

Please continue to keep Macie and Heather's loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.