Ida M. Willey

Ida Mae Willey, 84 of East Pitt St., Bedford, died Thursday, May 6, 2010 at her residence.  She was born November 11, 1925 in Elliotts Island, MD, daughter of the late Charles and Othello (Woodland) Grey. She was married to Sherman Willey and he preceded her in death on September 22, 1973.  She is survived by four children; Fran Blue of Bedford, Vanessa Corle of Fishertown, Bill Willey and wife Deb of Bedford and Debra Fetters and companion Rudy of Spring Grove.  Also surviving are six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by three sisters and one grandchild.  Ida Mae spent most of her life as a personal caregiver to the elderly.  She was a life long John Wayne fan, and loved gardening and animal of all kinds.  She was a loving, caring mother and grandmother and gave her love unconditionally.  She will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her.

There will be no visitation and a private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make donations to the funeral home in Ida Mae’s memory.  Arrangements by the Timothy A. Berkebile Funeral Home in Bedford.  Our online guest book is available at www.berkebilefuneralhome.com.