Kenra L. Tyger

Kenra L. Tyger, 80, of 19 Prendegast Ave, Bradford, passed away August 1, 2025, surrounded by her children, at the Bradford Manor.

Born January 20, 1945, in Akron, OH, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth and Cora (McDonald) Shepherd. Kenra was a 1963 graduate of Howard High School in Akron.

On July 30, 1966, in Bradford, she married Max O. Tyger, Jr. who preceded her in death on December 6, 2004.

Kenra was employed at Case Cutlery from 1968 to 1971. Then in 1973 she began working as the church secretary at the First Presbyterian Church of Bradford until her death. She was a swim instructor at Callahan Park for the American Red Cross and the YMCA for many years. She was a former Troop Leader for the Girl Scouts of America.

Kenra enjoyed bowling in various leagues in Bradford and was a member of the WIBC. In her free time she enjoyed cross stitching, and attending her children and her grandchildren's sporting events.

Surviving are two daughters, Melissa (Tim) Horneman, of Lower Burrell, Yvonne (Jamison) Tilford, of Bradford, one son, Kenneth (Amy) Tyger, of Bradford, five grandchildren, Morgan (Caden Elwell) Tyger, Emma Tyger, Camryn Tilford, Gabe and Tabby, three sisters, Roberta (Guy) Shemwell, Rebecca (Joe Garne) Hiner, Pamela (the late Terry) Coleman, five brothers, Ben (the late Jan) Sheperd, Ramizi (Cathy) Shepherd, John Shepherd, Toby (Theresa) Shepherd, and Kelly Shepherd, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband Max of 38 years, two brothers, Brad and Lloyd Shepherd, and one sister, Florence Carnes.

Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Friday, August 15, 2025, at 11:00 am in the First Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Rob Klouw, Co-Pastor and Rev. W. LeRoy Beckes, Retired Pastor, Co-officiating. Burial will be in the First Presbyterian Church Memorial Garden.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be to the First Presbyterian Church, or the charity of the donor's choice.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com