CHERYEL JEAN SECHRIST, 78

of Scottdale passed away at 6:01 AM Friday, February 13, 2026 in Independence Health System's Frick Hospital, Mount Pleasant. Cheryel was born on April 24, 1947 in Everson, a daughter of the late Harry and Gail (Johnson) Hoyel. She married Donald P. Sechrist on June 12, 1965.

Cheryel was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister. She was employed for many years at the Scottdale Mennonite Publishing House and with United Dairy Farms. As a faithful member of the New Hope Alliance Church, she was active in the Wednesday Night Bible Study. She enjoyed cooking, baking, tending to her yard, and was very active with the Faith In Action program years ago.  Cheryel, along with her husband Don were noted volunteers with the Mount Pleasant Glass Museum and the Jacobs Creek Watershed where they were recognized for their work and dedication.

Cheryel will be sadly missed by her loving family; her husband of 60 years, Donald P. "Don" Sechrist; her children, Jim Sechrist and wife Tina and Donny Sechrist and wife Bobbi; his grandchildren, Tyler, Nathan, Luke, and Sam; her brother, Dan McGovern and wife Mary Kay ; a special nephew, Dan and Heather McGovern; a special niece, Robin and Paul Beck; and several other nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two sisters, Flora Mae Copeland and Harriet Swank; and her brother, Bob McGovern.

Personalized arrangements are under the professional supervision of the ROBERT B. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 105 SPRING STREET, SCOTTDALE (www.fergusonfunerals.com). Family and friends will be received from 2-6 PM Monday in the funeral home chapel where funeral services will be held at 6 PM with Pastor Neil Stevens officiating. Private burial will be in Scottdale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to: New Hope Alliance Church, 229 Pittsburgh Street, Scottdale, PA 15683. Love Lasts Forever!