Crystal Littell

Crystal Littell, 77, of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025.
Born to the late Joseph and Elizabeth Leasha, Crystal was also preceded in death by her son, Robert Littell Jr.; sisters, Carol Leasha and Roberta Bean Hashman; brothers, Elliot, Gary, and Harry Leasha; and son-in-law, David Lilley.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 53 years, Gary Besong; her children, Kimberly (Darrell) Smith, April Lilley, Kelly (William) Berry, Amy Perminter, and Gary Littell; siblings, Joyce Grundhoffer and Donald Leasha; and her cherished daughter-in-law, Misty Brutout. She also leaves behind 18 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends—especially her dear companions, Virginia Swogger, Alice Harris, and Jeanie Taylor.

After graduating from Beaver High School, Crystal became a licensed CNA and went on to work at Encompass Health (formerly Health South Health), where she later retired. She was a proud life member of the Ambridge Moose Lodge and a devoted member of Good Samaritan/St. Luke Church.

Crystal will be remembered as an avid Steelers fan who enjoyed scratch-off tickets, playing bingo, trips to the casino, cooking, and sewing. Above all, she treasured her family, especially her children and beloved grandchildren, who were the joy of her life.

Family and friends will be received on Monday, September 1, 2025, from 2:00–4:00 PM and 5:00–7:00 PM at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. Departing prayers will be offered at the funeral home on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 10:00 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM at St. Luke the Evangelist / Good Samaritan Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Hopewell.