David Yohe Bevington
- Editor
- Jul 9
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David Yohe Bevington, 87, of Springville, NY, passed away on July 8, 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by family. He was born on December 18, 1937, in Harrisburg, PA, to Henry and Josephine Bevington.
He was a devoted husband to Doris Louise Bevington, married July 29, 1961, who preceded him in death.
David was a hard-working, devoted Christian. He spent many years as a pastor ministering to the people of Pennsylvania, New York, Iowa, and Michigan, retiring at the age of 85.
He was known to spend his time blueberry picking, playing harmonica and piano to residents of local nursing homes, and singing with friends and family.
He is survived by his son, Douglas Alan Bevington, and his wife Robin and family; Donna Jean Benstead and family; brothers Paul and Dan Bevington, as well as many friends and extended family members who will miss him dearly.
To celebrate his life, friends and family will be received at the Chicora Alliance Church, 310 E. Slippery Rock St., Chicora, PA 16025 from 1-3 pm on Saturday, July 12, 2025, with a funeral service to follow at 3:30 pm, with the Rev. Mark Hillwig, pastor of East Brady Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery.
If desired, donations in memory of David Bevington can be sent to the Riceville Community Church, 5207 Gooseneck Rd, West Valley, NY 14171, or to Hospice Foundation, PO Box 590, Buffalo, NY 14240, or online at Hospicebuffalo.com.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hile Funeral Home of Chicora. Condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com.
