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Alice M. Kahn 1940-2026

Alice M. Kahn, 85, of Needmore, PA, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, in Needmore, PA.

Alice M. Kahn
Alice M. Kahn

Alice was born on January 3, 1940, in McConnellsburg, PA. She was the daughter of the late Frank M. and Ruth E. (Sipes) Skiles.

She was the wife of Ronald L. Kahn, who she shared 71 years with since July 12, 1956. 

She enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. She loved her animals, gardening, and her family.

Alice was always happy and full of love. She was a devoted wife and mother. Her life was centered around her deep love for animals and her unwavering devotion to her husband, who will miss her immensely.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her sons, Rick L. Kahn and Ronnie L. Kahn ll; daughters, Pamela M. Barnes and Sherry E. Hopkins; ten grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers, Fred B. (husband of Helen) Skiles and Dwight M. (husband of Debbie) Skiles.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Lori Harr and brothers, Frank and Robert “Bob” Skiles. 

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements were made by the Howard L. Sipes Funeral Home Inc., McConnellsburg, PA. Online condolences may be expressed at www.howardlsipes.com.

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