LILA M. BACHELIER

1956 - 2024

BROOKVILLE - Lila M. Bachelier, 68, of Brookville, passed away on Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, while at her home.

Lila was born on Aug. 2, 1956, to the late Raymond and Margaret (Chelgren) Bachelier in Clearfield.

She graduated from Brookville Area High School with the Class of 1974 where she was involved in cheerleading, concert choir, and the honors program. She also played the French horn in high school.

Lila graduated from Westminster College in 1978 with a degree in business finance. She was on the tennis team in college and enjoyed studying abroad. Lila quickly achieved executive positions in corporate banking for PNC Band and Mellon Bank, both in Pittsburgh, and Key Bank in Erie. She moved back to the Brookville area to help care for her ailing parents.

Her passion in life was her faith. She studied at the United Theological Seminary, working towards her Masters in Divinity. She also completed part of her Masters in Divinity at Asbury Theological Seminary. Lila was a member of the Brookville First Methodist Church, where she was deeply invested in children ministry and outreach to the people of the church. Lila was dedicated to sharing the word of God to numerous churches in the area. She was also very involved in the Western PA Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. Lila was also active in the community on multiple boards including WRC and the Brookville YMCA. Lila had a kind heart and was always willing to help others.

In 2021, Lila opened a clothing store on Main Street in Brookville that focused on affordable clothing for women, "Laurel Ladies." In her youth, Lila was very active in kayaking, biking, and international travels. She also enjoyed music, singing, and playing the piano. You could also find Lila playing cards with many of her friends in the area. Lila loved her dogs, which were Manchester Terriers, which she always had growing up. Lila is survived by her constant companions, her two dogs, Duke and Lili; one aunt, Helen Bonsall; and several cousins.

In addition to her parents, Lila was recently preceded in passing by her dog, Sase in July.

Family and friends will be received on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, from 12 to 2 p.m., at the Brookville First Methodist Church, 205 Jefferson St., Brookville, PA 15825.

A funeral service will be held immediately following the viewing, beginning at 2 p.m. and officiated by Pastor Joe Short.

Interment will take place at The Friends Cemetery, Grampian.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Rebecca M. Arthurs Memorial Library, 223 Valley St., Brookville, PA 15825; Brookville YMCA, 223 Main St., Brookville, PA 15825; or to the Brookville First Methodist Church.

D'Argy Family Funeral Homes, 345 Main St., Brookville is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences and other information may be found by visiting www.dargyfh.com.