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Dorothy Columber Obituary
Born in Fullerton, PA, she was the daughter of the late Emery and Angela (Derda) Columber.
She made her First Profession of vows on May 31, 1954.
Sister served at Sacred Heart Hospital, Allentown and Norristown in the Medical Records Department, and in Pastoral Ministry at St. Mary's Hospital, Athens, Georgia until her retirement in 1999
In addition to the members of her religious congregation, she is survived by many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Sister was predeceased by seven brothers and two sisters.
A viewing will be held on Friday from 4-7 PM in the chapel of Sacred Heart Villa, 51 Seminary Avenue, Reading, PA. A Prayer Service will follow at 7p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday November 23 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Sacred Heart Villa, followed by burial in the convent cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, 2811 Moyers Lane, Reading, PA 19605
Gallman-Sonoski Funeral Homes, Inc., Reading, has charge of arrangements.
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