Ellen Lynn Freeman

Ellen Lynn Freeman, 61, of Bedford, died on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at her residence. She was born on April 7, 1964 in Bedford, a daughter of the late John F. and Marian J. (Isaac) Askey. On August 30, 2003 in Bedford, she married Christopher D. Freeman who survives along with the following family: one daughter, Meagan Fabian and husband Matthew of East Liverpool, OH; one son, Ian Fetter and wife Whitney of Bedford; two step-daughters: Kerrigan Freeman of Edenton, NC and Drew Freeman of San Antonio, TX; two granddaughters: Kayleigh and Emaleigh Fetter; one sister, Jill M. Askey of Minneapolis, MN; and one brother, Raymond C. Askey and wife Susan of Altoona.

Ellen worked as a registered nurse for over 35 years at Bedford Hospital. She enjoyed camping, boating, gardening, and other outdoor activities. She also enjoyed doing cross-stitch and other crafts. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, and her dogs were very special to her.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel at the Timothy A. Berkebile Funeral Home in Bedford with Jim Miller officiating, followed by a Nurses Honor Guard service performed by the Central Pennsylvania Nurses Honor Guard. Burial at Bedford Cemetery. Friends will be received on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home. Our online guest book is available at www.berkebilefuneralhome.com.