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Pamela A. Chillemi-Yeager, 66

August 28, 1955 - May 02, 2022

Pamela A. Chillemi-Yeager, 66, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly at the Lancaster General Hospital on Monday, May 2, 2022. She was born in Clearfield, PA, the daughter of the late Antonio and Philomena (Martin) Chillemi.

Pam shared 39 years of marriage with her loving husband Don Yeager. She was a proud mother to her wonderful son, Anthony. Don, Pam, and Anthony previously lived in Charlotte, NC for 15 years before moving back to Pennsylvania. Anthony remains in Charlotte employed in the financial sector.

She graduated from Clearfield High School, completed her Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work at Elizabethtown College, and her Master’s Degree in Social Work at Temple University. She was a published writer of mystery and horror novels. Her work included the “Christmas” series, “The Cooking Class” and “Skull Feeder.”

A very outgoing person Pam loved to talk with anyone, and she was always making new friends. Pam was an avid reader, who devoured anything about the Royal Family. She enjoyed Pop Culture and Reality Television. She also could talk extensively about celebrity trials the last involving the Duggars and Amber Heard v. Johnny Depp. In addition to being a good friend, Pam loved her animals, two dogs and a cat, and her many previous pets.

Husband Don feels that he couldn’t have asked for a better partner. Also surviving Pam is her sister, Maria Chillemi of State College, PA.

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February 20, 2023

Shocked to find this out! Been trying to connect with her, but couldn’t. Pam has been a wonderful friend for so many years. I tried to connect with her, but was unable in the past couple years. Sent her a card but it came back undelivered. 
I know she is in Heaven with the Lord and I will see her again some day.  Miss you dear friend!
Love, Carol Heisler

August 28, 2022

I was sad to see Pam died. I watched her grow as a child because we lived below where her parents rented. I lost track of her after we moved but my brother was friends with her. 

August 04, 2022

I am so sorry to hear of Pam’s passing. I went to high school with her and we conversed via messenger. When my husband died, she was a source of solace for me.  I was wondering why she hadn’t posted lately on Facebook.   She loved Anthony and Don with her whole heart. May peace and love be a comfort to both of them.  
Susie Sayers Kline

July 31, 2022

I just heard of Pam’s passing last night. I was shocked and am so very saddened for your loss. Pam was such a creative free spirit. I directed her in her first play in HS and my dad directed her as well in early years. She and I recently connected via very long posts to one another on fb. 💔😢💙
Gayle Gearhart

May 24, 2022

So many kind memories of Pam. I am so grateful to have called her a friend! Such a kind, loving, and genuine soul who always gave me food for thought in our wonderful conversations and experiences. Wishing you Don and A.J. Some comfort in your memories and sending our condolences!! Love, Regan and kids

May 10, 2022

I am so sad to here about Pam.  My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.   Pam and I were great friends at E-Town and kept in touch for some time after college.  She always had a wonderful smile and fun to be with.   She will be missed so much.  My heart is sad with the news.  Rest in peace my friend.  Carol Krynick Higgins

May 10, 2022

So sorry to hear about Pam passing. I graduated with Pam from Clearfield in 1973.  She also grew up on Daisy Street in Clearfield across from my Aunt Katie.  Debbie Hoover Garito

May 08, 2022

Dear Don and Anthony (AJ),
There simply aren’t words. My heart aches with you at the loss of your amazing spouse and Mom. Deepest sympathy to you both. 

May 08, 2022

Don and Anthony, So sad to hear this news… I was Pam’s theatre classmate at Elizabethtown College.  We also shared a house during the summer after college during which Pam helped me proofread our yearbook.  I loved following her observations via social media for the past years as well.  Sending empathy.

May 07, 2022

Dear Donnie and AJ my prayers go out to you and may God Bless you. Love Nancy ❤️ 

May 07, 2022

Oh Don….I was so sorry to hear about Pam.   I can’t believe this.  I know your heart must be broken.  Wishing you and your son peace and love.❤

May 06, 2022

While Pam and I went to the same high school and graduated in the same class I really didn’t get to know her until we realized we were both living in Lancaster. While our friendship was not as long as I would have wished I will always treasure our late night conversations and dinners together. Pam was such a bright, creative, intelligent and fun person. I am so sorry for Don and AJ for losing such a special person. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Pam will be missed.
Dr Kimberly Johnston

May 06, 2022

My prayers to the family. I met Pam while serving at University City UMC. She was one of the Best Students and was very interested in knowing more about God. What a wonderful person to have come our way. She’s greatly missed!
Pastor Lisa Marshall

May 05, 2022

My heart is absolutely breaking at this news!   I’m so sorry Don, AJ, and all of you who are mourning this unexpected loss of such a dear, loving, creative, and kind soul!   My fondness for my years at DUCC so often recalled the love and support Pam showed me.   Today she resides in Heaven…as a saint.  
Duane Romberger

May 05, 2022

I am so sad about this. In one of our recent chats, I told Pam that I wished that I had known her more back when we were in high school, because I could really relate to her as a creative person and just really liked her….we were on the same page about a lot of things.  Facebook gave us a chance to get to know each other better with some wonderful chats and then I also got to see her a couple of times in the past 10 years. I still can’t believe it. RIP Pam, I will miss you! And  hugs and prayers to you, Don and AJ.

May 05, 2022

Still in shock that such an “alive” person could be gone so quickly. Condolences to Don, AJ and family. Rest in peace dear one
Cindy Hess Troy

May 05, 2022

We will forever miss our dear friend Pam.
Our hearts go out to Don and A.J.
Scott Thomas and Sara Robinson

May 05, 2022

I’m so grateful I knew her. She was a real gem. Sending much love to all.
Rev. Dr. Susan A. Minasian

May 05, 2022

Dear Don and AJ,
My heart goes out to you.  Pam was a wonderful person, she was witty, imaginative and Greg and I always enjoyed our time spent we her. God Bless you both.
Kathy Light

May 05, 2022

Pam was a remarkable and resilient person.  I was blessed to know her at DUCC and benefited from her kindness.  Condolences to all her family and friends.  Jan Eastman

May 04, 2022

Pam, was a wonderful person a caring person-and friend. She always had a warm smile when she greeted you and she did not hesitate to talk with you about world events, and recipes etc.  Pam had a kind spirit and she will be truely missed.
Jacquelyn Wallace-Meade

May 04, 2022

Sending  our condolences and prayers to Don and Anthony , may you find strength and peace during this difficult time .Pam had a unique personality, smart , funny and kind ❤️Rest In Peace Pam.     Love and prayers ,
    Uncle Mike and Aunt Shirley

May 04, 2022

We are heartbroken,  keeping Don and AJ in our thoughts….Pam was a delight and such a ‘presence’ … she will be missed dearly. 
Karen Pocta

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