Evelyn K. (Berkey) Kephart

Evelyn K. Kephart

January 6, 1943 ~ September 15, 2023

Evelyn Kay Kephart, 80, went home to be with the Lord on September 15, 2023.

Kay was born in East Sharpsburg, a daughter of the late John and Betty (Mock) Berkey.

She was preceded in death by her husband David Kephart Sr., and a brother Robert Berkey.

Surviving are two children: Sheri Koelle of Wimauma, FL. and David Kephart, Jr., of Hollidaysburg; two grandsons: Ian Koelle (Cassidy) and Colby Koelle, all of FL.; two sisters: Pat Dick and Barb Mattern, both of Roaring Spring; a brother: John Berkey of CO., and numerous nieces and nephews.

She graduated from Central High School in 1961. She was an exceptional artist and enjoyed teaching others how to paint. She had a heart of gold and was always there for her family, friends and neighbors. Her faith in God was an inspiration to us all and she will be sadly missed until we meet her again.

Our family would like to thank Matt (Jessica) Burns, Shirley Cooper and the wonderful staff at UPMC Altoona for their prayers and support.

A celebration of life service will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, November 18, 2023, at Renew Church Altoona, Pastor Matt Burns officiating.

In lieu of flowers, please send your memorial donations to LIFE Outreach International, P.O. Box 982000 Fort Worth, TX 76182-8000 or to Renew Church, 2300 8th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602.

Arrangements are by John K. Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Martinsburg.

The following is a poem in memory of Evelyn, written by her son, David A. Kephart, Jr.

Evelyn Kay Kephart 1/6/1943 – 9/15/2023

My heart is broken

From losing my mom

with feelings so deep

It's hard to move on

There's only one thing

That makes it alright

It's God's only son

The Lord Jesus Christ

Who took her to Heaven

Where family and friends

Will gather together

To meet her again

But lets not forget

The person we knew

A kindhearted soul

With nothing to prove

Her innocent ways

Were that of a child

She shared a good laugh

And made people smile

She wanted so little

But gave us her all

Whatever it took

She'd answer the call

Thoughtful and caring

Her gifts had no price

She did what she could

To make our days bright

I miss her so much

I'll be dying to see

My precious mom

Who always loved me.

© 2023 David Kephart Jr