Sarah B. Schmelzlen

Sarah B. Schmelzlen, 18, of Carmichaels, Pa., passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at her home. She was born July 17, 2001 in Washington, Pa., a daughter of Rachel A. (Miles) Schmelzlen of Carmichaels and the late Mark A. Schmelzlen. Sarah was currently a senior at Carmichaels Area High School and resided in Carmichaels her entire life. She attended the Greene County Career and Technology Center where she was studying in the health assistant program. Her instructor, Stacy Wheaton, was a great influence in her life. Sarah enjoyed woodworking and visiting amusement parks and will be remembered for her big bright smile and willingness to help others. She participated in the Southwestern Summer Youth Training Program in 2018 and 2019.

Surviving in addition to her mother are a brother, Isaac D. Schmelzlen, at home; four sisters, Susanna R. Schmelzlen of Waynesburg, Pa., Miriam L. Schmelzlen of Uniontown, Pa., Esther F. Schmelzlen and Mary R. Schmelzlen, both at home; her paternal grandmother, Audrey Mae Schmelzlen of Hollidaysburg, Pa. and several aunts and uncles. She also leaves behind her pet rabbit, Mr. Bunt.

Deceased in addition to her father are her paternal grandfather, Herbert Paul Schmelzlen and her maternal grandparents, Rev. Kenneth and Ethel Miles.

Family and friends are welcome from 6 to 8 P.M. on Saturday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. on Sunday in the Yoskovich Funeral Home, Carmichaels, Pa. The funeral service will take place at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, December 16, 2019 at the Mount Morris Gospel Tabernacle, 103 School Road, Mount Morris, Pa. with Pastor Bruce Craig and Rev. Kenny Miles officiating. Private interment will follow. The casket will not be open for viewing at the church on Monday.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Gideons International in order to purchase bibles.