Holly K. Hedstrom

Holly K. Hedstrom, age 60, of Fairview, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 23, 2017 at her home with family at her side, after an extended illness. She was born in Pottsville, PA on October 10, 1956, the daughter of Dorothy Kelly and the late Harold Kelly.

Holly was a 1974 graduate of Blue Mountain High School and received her Bachelor of Science and Masters Degree from Pennsylvania State University. She was employed by Pennsylvania State University Extension for 32 years and had just recently retired. During her employment with Penn State Extension, she held various director and supervisory positions. Holly was a member of the Pennsylvania and National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, where she was honored with the Distinguished Service Award. She was also a member of the American Association of University Women and Epsilon Sigma Phi. Holly also served as past president of PEAFCS.

Holly was a devoted wife and a loving mother, whose most endearing legacy was perhaps her love for her family. Holly loved to travel and enjoyed her annual trips to Las Vegas, in hopes of winning it all. She had a deep love for animals, especially her golden retrievers.

Holly is survived by her husband of 38 years, James Hedstrom. She is further survived by her two sons whom she loved dearly, Donald Hedstrom and James Hedstrom, Jr. of Fairview.

Following Holly's wishes, there will be no calling hours. Funeral services and burial at Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Holly's honor to the Humane Society of Northwestern PA, 2507 Zimmerly Road, Erie, PA 16506, or to Great Lakes Hospice, 1700 Peach Street, Suite 244, Erie, PA 16501

The family would like to express sincere appreciation to the countless medical professionals and friends who have offered their services, prayers, and support over the years.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Road.