Vivian J. Bechdel

Bellefonte - Vivian V. (Gorham) Bechdel, age 72, died at Mt. Nittany Medical Center on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009. She was born in Lock Haven on Feb. 25, 1937, daughter of the late Byron and Mildred Bechdel Gorham. Vivian was an accomplished homemaker who loved computer games, crafts, and visiting the local thrift stores searching for bargains. She was preceded in death by her husband, LeRoy K. Bechdel and one sister and one brother. Surviving are sons: Jack (Christine) Glantz of Mill Hall, Mike (Pam) Glantz of Lock Haven, Pat (Patty) Glantz of Lamar, and Robert Glantz. Also surviving are daughters: Lisa (Dave) Eckard of Altoona, Kelly (Marty) Ulbrick of Woodland, Dana (Joe) Dorey of Howard, and Jane Bechdel of Avis, 16 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and a sister: Mary Johnson of Blanchard. Private family memorial services will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are under the direction of the Helt Funeral Chapel, 232 Hogan Blvd., Mill Hall.