Dolores Rita Berner

Dolores Rita Berner obituary

Dolores Rita Berner

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18

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McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME

334 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis (Kennedy Township), PA 15108

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19

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9:00 a.m.

McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME

334 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis (Kennedy Township), PA 15108

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Nov

19

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, St Catherine of Sienna Church

199 McGovern Blvd., Crescent, PA 15046

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Dolores Berner Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McDermott Funeral Home - Kennedy Township - Coraopolis on Nov. 16, 2025.

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With heartfelt love and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and aunt Dolores R. Hoffmann Berner. She was a gentle, kind, and loving soul whose warmth touched every life she encountered.

She devoted her life to her family, offering unwavering support, quiet strength, and boundless affection. Her compassion was evident in every word she spoke and every act of care she gave. She created a home filled with love, laughter, and understanding gifts that will remain with us forever.

She was preceded in death by her husband Richard Berner, her brother Wayne Hoffmann, and sister Judy Vassello

She is survived by her cherished sons, Rick and Ron, her devoted daughter-in-law Ulli, and her treasured grandsons, Zeke and Hank, whom she adored with all her heart. She also leaves behind nieces, nephews, and many loved ones who will forever remember her generosity, wisdom, and tender spirit

Her legacy of kindness and love lives on in each of us, carried forward in the memories we hold close and the values she instilled. Though we will miss her dearly, we take comfort in knowing she rests in peace and that her light continues to shine through those she loved.

Relatives and friends received Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 4-8 PM at McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME, 334 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis (Kennedy Township) PA 15108. Funeral prayer Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 9AM at the funeral home followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, St Catherine of Sienna Church, 199 McGovern Blvd., Crescent, PA 15046.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dolores' memory may be made to The American Lung Association, P.O. Box 70360, Philadelphia, PA 19176-0360 or www.lung.org

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Upcoming Events

Nov

18

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME

334 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis (Kennedy Township), PA 15108

Send Flowers

Nov

19

Service

9:00 a.m.

McDERMOTT FUNERAL HOME

334 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis (Kennedy Township), PA 15108

Send Flowers

Nov

19

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish, St Catherine of Sienna Church

199 McGovern Blvd., Crescent, PA 15046

Send Flowers

Only 37 minutes left for delivery to next service.