Sara Jane "Sally" Layton

LAYTON – Sara Jane “Sally,” 86, Windber, departed her loving family Friday, November 6, 2026. Born December 24, 1939, in South Fork.

Preceded in death by parents, Michael and Sophia (Resick) Baloga; husband, Roger R. Layton, who died January 14, 2025; son, Eric and infant son, Bruce; sisters, Barbara Klemens and Jean Banks; and brother, Jimmy Dougherty.

Survived by daughters, LouAnn, wife of Robert Beecroft; Patti, wife of Darren Wilson; and Missy and partner, Trish Wustin; grandchildren, Devin Layton (Kristen); Dalton Wilson; Jena Uhrich (Nathan); Robert Beecroft Jr., Katie Messier, Mary Frances Jones (Edward), and Kyle Beecroft; great grandchildren, Carter and Tucker Wilson; Carolyn Uhrich, Sophie Messier; and Teddy, Emma, and Charlotte Jones; siblings, Jack Baloga (Winona); Margaret “Mickey” Bevans, Mark Baloga (Jeanette), Paul Baloga (Cindy), Mariah “Buttons” Slebodnick (Mark), and Harry Dougherty (Doris); brother-in-law, Jim Banks; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Sally retired from Head Start after many years of dedicated service. She was also a longtime member of the United Methodist Church. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who treasured her family above all else. A talented baker and seamstress, Sally found joy in creating things for those she loved. Her marriage to Roger was a beautiful example of love, kindness, and devotion, and the two shared a special bond that reflected the importance of family and commitment.

Honoring her request, all services will be private. Arrangements by Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., South Fork.

As an expression of sympathy, please consider memorial donations to Adams & Croyle Township Recreation Authority, 138 Park Road, South Fork, PA 15956.