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Suvilla D. Walters 1947-2025

Suvilla D. Walters, 78, Gettysburg PA passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.

Suvilla D. Walters
Suvilla D. Walters

She was born June 20, 1947 in Princeton, W. VA. the daughter of the late James H. and Mabel Brinkley Ross.

She is survived by her husband, James H. Walters, Sr., a son James H. Walters, Jr. and his wife Annie of Abbottstown, PA, a grandson, Logan Walters.

She was predeceased by a brother, Joe Harold Ross.

Along with her husband, Suvilla owned and operated Quality Grinding and Polishing in Gettysburg. A company involved with metal finishing. Jim and Suvilla enjoyed camping, fishing and traveling. In their younger days they also loved to ride motorcycles.

Funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 2 p.m. at Monahan Funeral Home in Gettysburg.

Interment will be in Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens.

There will be a viewing at the funeral home on Wednesday from 1 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research, 320 West Ohio Street, Chicago, IL 60654.

Online obituary and condolences available at the funeral home’s website.


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