Alice E. Heltebran

Alice E. (Trout) Heltebran passed away quietly on, Monday, July 17, 2023 at Indiana Regional Medical Center, Indiana.  When Alice entered Heaven on July 17, she was reunited with her loving husband of 70 years, Darrell Wayne Heltebran and their son, David Wayne who died at birth.

Alice was born on July 31, 1931, in Herminie, PA, daughter of the late Cornelius and Alice (Cochenour) Trout. 

Alice was a graduate of Sewickley High School and was a devoted mother to her daughter, Darlene Chris Heltebran.  Alice and Darrell devoted their lives to care for Darlene after her debilitating accident.  Alice would dress up as characters, such as Little Red Riding Hood, Bo Peep, a little old lady and act out stories for Darrell and Darlene bringing laughter and fun.  Her favorite color was yellow and she loved bananas, coconut, flowers, and cats. Alice played the organ/piano.  She was a Sunday School teacher and loved to tell people about Jesus and His love for them. She preached to ­­­­and prayed for people wherever she went. Individuals were healed and accepted Jesus Christ as their savior as a result. She was a caring person. 

She is survived by her daughter Darlene Chris and sister, Dianne Diehl of Greensburg, PA, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, numerous nieces and nephews.

Alice is also preceded in death by her brothers, Neil, Lewis, Harry (Frank) and George Trout, sisters, Jane Heltebran and Faye Briggs.

Friends will be received on Saturday, July 22, 2023 from 12 pm to 1 pm at the McCabe-Roof Funeral Home, 565 Franklin St, Clymer, PA with her service to follow immediately at the funeral home.  Rev. Kenneth Brown will officiate.  Interment will follow in Rowley Cemetery, Hillsdale, PA.

In lieu of flowers please contribute to Alice’s funeral expenses.

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