Virginia N. Eckelberger

Virginia N. Eckelberger, 97, of Vanport, Twp., passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at the Kadima Nursing Rehab Facility, Butler.

Born August 4, 1927 in Carnegie, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Nellie Hurey Stewart. Virginia worked as a manager at the former Zayre’s Department Store until her retirement. She was a member of Vanport Presbyterian Church.

In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her former husband, Stanley W. Eckelberger; daughter, Virginia “Ginny” Levondoski; son, Keith S. Eckelberger; special grandson, Erik Johnston; brothers, Joseph and George Stewart; and sister, Dorothy Bryan.

She will be greatly missed by her son, Randy (Kathy) Eckelberger; daughter, Debra Young; daughter-in-law, Susan Helms; grandchildren, Jason Hildman, Valerie (Rich) Sutton, Vivian (Dan) Kuethe, Randi (Matt) Knight, Joshua (Kacie) Eckelberger, Katrina Levondoski, Jaime (Mike Lincke) Noakes, Jim (Jayann) Christiana, Monica (Philip) Steinman, Sherry (Hank) Bonnett, Jesse (Liz) Helms, and John (Amy) Helms; 19 great-grandchildren; and special friend, Patty Helms.

As per Virginia’s wishes, all services were private. Professional arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Gateway Hospice staff and volunteers for the special care and compassion given to Virginia during her final days.