HANNAH LOIS KEPPLE

Hannah Lois Kepple of Hopewell Township went into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020, at Somerset Hospital. She was 75 years old, and the loving wife of the David R. Kepple for 46 years.

Born in Roaring Spring, she was the daughter of the late D. Orville Metzker and Elva Hoover Metzker. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Grace Metzker.

Hannah was a graduate of Central High School, Martinsburg, Class of 1963. She resided in Johnstown before moving to Hopewell. Prior to retirement, Hannah was employed as a resident supervisor at Bedford-Somerset MHMR for many years.

Hannah enjoyed spending time with her family, crafts, traveling, genealogy and planning family gatherings. She was a talented artist and loved to paint, sharing her gift with family and friends throughout the years.

She has faithfully served her Church throughout her life, and was an active member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ where she served in several leadership roles. Hannah also had a beautiful voice and loved to sing.

Hannah will always be remembered as a very kind, loving and caring person, touching all with a helping hand, a word of encouragement, and unconditional love.

She is survived by her sons Paul (Marygrace) of Hummelstown, John of Hopewell and Donald of Johnstown and daughter Lynnae Herdman (Frank) of Hollidaysburg; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren with an additional two on the way. Also her sister, Doris Cronemiller (Sheldon) of Breezewood and many loved nephews, nieces and their families.

A graveside service was held Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020, at Diehl's Crossroads Brethren Cemetery, rural Martinsburg.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Hannah's name to River Troutman (#RiverStrong), 1136 Farmers Valley Road Hopewell, PA 16650.

Arrangements by Akers Funeral Home, Inc., Everett.

Online condolences can be made at http://www.akersfuneralhome.com.