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Dolores Hafner Obituary

77 years of Whitehall, passed away peacefully on Sunday April 17, 2016. Born in Catasauqua, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth and Kathleen (Haller) Evans, and the wife of Roland E. Hafner for 54 years. A 1958 graduate of Whitehall High School, she retired as an accounts payable clerk at Mack Trucks after 34 years of service. Survivors: beside her husband; daughter Deborah A. Schuster and her husband Jan of Whitehall; sons Thomas E. and his wife Michel of Whitehall, Michael J. of Northampton; grandchildren Jonathan and Christopher Schuster, Courtney Hafner; brother Kenneth Evans and his wife Joan; predeceased by brothers William and Richard. Services: Private Contributions: suggested to Westminster Village Activity Fund 803 N. Wahneta Street Allentown PA 18109. Gilbert Funeral Home of Whitehall is honored to handle her arrangements.

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Published by Morning Call from Apr. 19 to Apr. 20, 2016.

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May 6, 2016

So deeply sorry, Mom's going to be missed so very much Love Tammy and Justin ox

alison fuschetto

April 20, 2016

To The Hafner Family,So sorry to hear about Delores's death she is now in a much better place.

alison fuschetto

April 20, 2016

To The Hafner Family, So sorry to hear about the death of your wife and mother,She is finally in a much better place out of pain and can be with all of her friends and loved ones.

Michele Seddon

April 20, 2016

Roy+Family,
So sorry fo read of the passing of Dolores. It was such a joy to get to know you both at Westminster.I could tell you shared a Great love for each other.May God bless you Roy and Family and hold the Beautiful meomories of Dolores close to your hearts.

Joan Mckenna

April 20, 2016

Roy and family, so sorry to hear of Delores passing. She was a wonderful woman, always smiling. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Gloriajean Mullen

April 19, 2016

So sorry to read about the passing of Delores. We both worked at Mack Trucks many years ago. Delores hosted my bridal shower in her home (49 years ago). She was a great friend and if you were blessed to have her as a friend, she was always there to support you in whatever way she could. Delores would never give up on you. Prayers sent out to Roy and the rest of the family. RIP my dear friend.

Ann Kane

April 19, 2016

To Roy, Mike, Tom, and John and families:

So sorry to hear about the loss of your wife, mom and grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers and with you all. May her memories live forever in your hearts...

Ann Kane
George Wertz

Rick & Shirley Fritz

April 19, 2016

Our deepest sympathies to Roy, Debbie, Tommy and Michael on the passing of your wife/mother. The good times will be remembered. May the Good Lord comfort you and bring you peace knowing Delores is in a better place without pain and/or suffering. Remember we are here for you if you need anything.
God Bless,
Rick, Shirley, Michele, Tracy and Chad

Rick & Shirley Fritz

April 19, 2016

Our deepest sympathies to Roy, Debbie, Tommy and Michael at the loss of their wife/mother. May the Good Lord comfort you and bring you peace. Remember the friends who are here for you if you need anything. Again, our deepest condolences.
Rick, Shirley, Michele, Tracy and Chad Fritz

The Richter Family

April 19, 2016

Roy and family,
We are all so sad to hear of Dolores passing. She was a wonderful lady who we will always be grateful for coming into our lives. We thank God for crossing our paths. Rest peacefully Dolores.
With love and sympathy,

Kenneth Evans

April 19, 2016

Death is a heartache no one can heal, love is a memory no one can steal!!!! Too many memories to mention !!! What a cook you were sis !!!! To all the hafners , with all our love from the evans family !!!!

April 19, 2016

Roy: As A very old friend, my condolences to you & your family. Frank (Fuzzy) McFadden

April 19, 2016

So sorry to read of Dolores passing. She was just the best worker and person for Mack Trucks. No one could out perform Dolores. She is missed. It was a pleasure to know her

Evan Klofach

April 19, 2016

Roy and family, so sorry for your loss. Dolores was a wonderful. Person and friend. May she rest in peace! Thoughts and prayers are with you. Eileen Swantek

Kim Olesak (Buskaritz)

April 19, 2016

Debbie and Family -
Was so sorry to read about the loss of your mom. May the memories of her last forever and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace.

April 19, 2016

My heartfelt condolences to the family. May you continue to cherish the memories you have and remember that God is there for us like it tells us at 1 Peter 5:6,7. I hope you continue to feel the love and support from your family and friends.

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