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Patty L. Deihl 1953-2024

Patty L. Deihl, 71, of Chambersburg, passed away the morning of Sunday, July 28, 2024 at her home.

Patty L. Deihl
Patty L. Deihl

She was born on Monday, May 25, 1953 in Lincoln, Nebraska, a daughter of the late Daymond and Flo Mae (Clever) Francisco. 

Patty worked as a registered nurse for Holy Spirit Hospital and eventually retired from the PA Psychiatric Institute. Patty loved and cherished her family. 

She is survived by three siblings, Zee Zee Ehrhart of Fayetteville, Samuel G. Adkins II of Mexico, and Dennis Francisco of North Carolina; four nephews, Grady Ehrhart, Samuel Adkins III, Van Adkins, and Hunter Adkins; and three nieces, Hannah Ehrhart, Hilary Ehrhart, and Abigail Adkins. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc., Shippensburg. Per Patty’s wishes, there will be no public viewing, visitation, or service. 

Online condolences may be expressed at the funeral home’s website. 

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Patty L. Deihl, please visit the flower store.


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