Carla Eichman Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of Carla Eichman of Indiana, Pennsylvania is shared. Carla, born on February 28, 1936, passed away on September 17, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Carla Eichman to pay them a last tribute.

Carla will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Carla by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Carla is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Carla’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Carl H. Pottenger and Helen L. Speers Pottenger; her husband William George Eichman; and her children, William Eichman and Althea Gail Patterson.

She is survived by: her children, Bob Eichman of State College, Greg Eichman (Maria) of Texas, Shelly Patterson of Illinois, Rodney Patterson (Pat) of Saltsburg, Bonnie Coleman of Saltsburg and Terry Patterson (Jeni) of South Carolina. She is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She graduated from I.U.P. with a bachelor's degree and was employed by United Cerebral Palsy Foundation.