Virginia N. Eckelberger, 97, of Vanport, Township, passed away on June 18th, 2025, at the Kadima Nursing Rehab Facility in Butler.

She was born in Carnegie on August 4th, 1927 in Carnegie, a daughter of the late Joseph and Nellie Hurey Stewart. In addition to her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her former husband, Stanley W. Eckelberger, her daughter, Virginia “Ginny” Levondoski, her son, Keith S. Eckelberger, her special grandson, Erik Johnston, her brothers, Joseph and George Stewart and her sister, Dorothy Bryan. She is survived by her son, Randy (Kathy) Eckelberger, her daughter, Debra Young, her daughter-in-law, Susan Helms, her 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; as well as nineteen great-grandchildren and her special friend, Patty Helms.

Virginia worked as a manager at the former Zayre’s Department Store until her retirement. She was also a member of Vanport Presbyterian Church.

In accordance with Virginia’s wishes, all services were private. Professional arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, 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.