Deborah M. Duitman

Deborah M. Duitman, 70, of Manns Choice, died on Friday, April 17, 2026 at UPMC Altoona. She was born on January 14, 1956 in Bedford, a daughter of the late Raymond “Jack” and Violet (Mitchell) Smith. She is survived by three sons: Wesley Smith of Bedford, Michael Smith of Manns Choice, and David Duitman Jr. of New Paris; four grandchildren: Cristy, Kyler, Jamie, and Kevin; three great-grandchildren with another on the way; two sisters: Terry Smith of Alum Bank, and Tammy Crawford and husband Daniel of Alum Bank; a brother: Robb Smith Sr. and wife Goldie of Manns Choice; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother, Jack M. Smith and a sister, Lori A. Lashley.

Deborah attended Chestnut Ridge High School and later worked at Headstrom for 13 years in assembly and painting.

At Deborah’s request, there will be no services. Arrangements by the Timothy A. Berkebile Funeral Home in Bedford. Our online guest book is available at www.berkebilefuneralhome.com.