Ilean R. Battles, 97, formerly of 111 Williams St., Bradford, passed away Friday, December 8, 2017, peacefully, at the Bradford Manor.

Born June 24, 1920 in Bakerton, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Elizabeth (Flickinger) Short.

In 1940 in Bradford, she married Raymond L Battles, who passed away May 12, 1986.

Ilean was a dedicated homemaker and belonged to the St. Bernard Church. She was an accomplished artist and excelled at pencil drawings.

Surviving is one son, Larry L (Carole) Battles of Bradford, one sister-in-law, Gloria Battles of Bradford, one granddaughter, Danyelle Battles, four great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, six brothers and four sisters.

There will be no public visitation. Private funeral and committal services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in McKean Memorial Park. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Memorial contributions, if desired, can be made to St. Bernard Church, or the charity of the donor's choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com