Wilfred Tyrone "Willie" Lingenfield

Wilfred Tyrone "Willie" Lingenfield, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a natural leader who brought warmth and wisdom to everyone he met, passed away peacefully on Friday September 11, 2026 , leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and beautiful memories. Known as the kindest, most hard-working, and fiercely dedicated family man, Wilfred was a strong leader in both life and love. He truly gave the world to his wife of 58 years, Theresa (Martin) Lingenfield. His family always knew they could turn to him for guidance; he was a man of immense wisdom and always seemed to have the perfect advice for any situation. He was quite simply the best father and grandfather in the world, and his favorite moments were those spent surrounded by the family he adored. Wilfred valued education and dedication, holding an associate's degree in transportation and logistics. He built a long, successful career in his field, beginning as a foreman for five years at Quinn Freight Lines. He was later hired as an assistant traffic manager at Anchor Hocking, before ultimately becoming a senior technical services advisor for Anchor Glass Container. He dedicated 28 years of loyal service to Anchor Glass Container before his well-earned retirement in 2000. An avid golfer, Wilfred loved nothing more than hitting the links and sharing a laugh with his lifelong pals. When he wasn’t on the golf course, he could be found tinkering in the yard or tending to his garden. Having inherited a true green thumb from his mother, he took great pride in tending to his rose bushes and house plants, finding immense peace in watching things grow. He was preceded in death by his father, John Lingenfield; his mother and stepfather, Jenny and Henry Siesky; his sister, Dolores Lingenfield Brooks; his brother, James Lingenfield; his great-nephew, Samuel Gust; his mother-in-law, Antoniette Orbin Pellish and her husband Steven Pellish; and his father-in-law, Carl Martin. His legacy lives on through his surviving family, who will miss him deeply. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Theresa Martin Lingenfield; his children, Michelle Lingenfield McMaster, Cindy Lingenfield Artis and her husband David, James Lingenfield and his wife Diane, and Stephen Lingenfield and his wife Mary. He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren, Stephen Lingenfield II, Erica Lingenfield, Samuel Artis, Riley Artis, Macy McMaster, Tyler McMaster, Matthew Lingenfield, and Michael Lingenfield and his wife Jess; his great-grandson, Gavin Lingenfield; and his great-granddaughters, Aliyah Lingenfield and Nadia Lingenfield. He is additionally survived by his niece, Tanya Gust and her husband Fred Gust, and his great-nephews, Brooks and Jake Gust. His wisdom, guidance, and gentle spirit will remain forever in the hearts of those who loved him. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass to be held Wednesday at 10:00 AM in St. Rita's R.C. Church, 116 S. 2nd St., Connellsville, PA. 15425, (EVERYONE PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH). A Committal Service will follow in the Chapel at St. Rita's Cemetery, Connellsville Township. Arrangements are under Direction of the Mark C. Brooks Funeral Home, Inc., Melcroft. To Leave a message or send condolences please visit our website at www.brooksfhmelcroft.com