Pamela Ann Eckerle

Pamela Ann Eckerle passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at the age of 72. She was born in Connersville, Indiana on November 14, 1953, one of nine children to the late Donald E. and Shirley Simmons Rowe.

Pamela was a graduate of Connersville High School. She went on to be an accomplished employee in the manufacturing industry. She worked from the time she graduated high school until Ford/ Visteon shut their doors. She obtained around 25 years of hard dedicated work prior to her retirement in 2004.

Pamela married the love her life Stephen Joseph Eckerle and they spent many years together prior to his passing on July 25, 2021. They were blessed with one daughter Lisa.

Pamela had a great love for animals; whether it was dogs or cats, she had a special place for them in her heart. Pamela liked relaxing while catching up on her favorite game shows, she also thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment of watching westerns. Pamela adored her family and loved nothing more than to spend time with them, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be missed by those who cherished her.

Pamela is survived by her daughter; Lisa Austin (Robert), her granddaughter; Katrina Austin (Ryan Schmid), and her granddaughter-in- law Brooklyn Austin. Her love and memories will live on in her great-grandchildren, Madison and Carson Austin.

Along with her parents, and her beloved husband, Stephen, she is preceded in death by her grandson, Robert Lee Austin.

At this time no public services have been scheduled. Urban Winkler Funeral Home is honored to assist the Eckerle Family during this time.