Bessie M. Keilholtz, 87, formerly of Littlestown died Sunday January 28 at Columbia Cottage, Hanover. She was the wife of G. LaVerne Keilholtz who died April 2, 2013. Born August 12, 1930 in Littlestown, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Ida Pitzer Good. Bessie was a 1948 graduate of Littlestown High School. After high school she was a secretary for the high school and after marriage became a lifelong farmer with her husband. She retired from Hanover Brands in 1992.  Bessie is survived by her 2 daughters, Shirley L. Krieger and husband Brian of Reisterstown, Barbara J. Keilholtz of Hanover, her 3 sons, Richard Keilholtz and wife Jane of Taneytown, Robert Keilholtz and wife Barbara Ann of Taneytown and David Keilholtz of Littlestown. Nine grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Her sisters, Doris Sharrer of New Midway, MD and Myrtle Ambrose of Littlestown. Bessie was predeceased by  brothers Melvin and Charles Good and sisters Elva Barnes and Pearl Fissell. Bessie was a member of Christ Church in Littlestown. She was a very hard worker and  loved bowling, playing 500, playing the piano and organ and being with family and grandchildren. Funeral Service is Thursday February 1 at 10 A.M. at Little’s Funeral Home with her Pastor, the Rev. Craig Arentz officiating. There will be a viewing Wednesday January 31 at the funeral home from 6-8. Interment will be in Keysville Union Cemetery, Keysville MD. Contributions have been asked to go to Christ Church, 131 Christ Church Rd, Littlestown PA 17340. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com.