Dolores Hageter Obituary Dolores E. (Beahm) Hageter, 86, a cherished matriarch passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Country Meadows, Bethlehem on November 28, 2024. Born on February 9, 1938, in Bethlehem, Dolores was the beloved daughter of the late Robert and Carrie (Miller) Beahm.
She was the devoted wife of the late James G. Hageter, with whom she shared a lifetime of memories and love. Together, they raised a beautiful family that includes their daughters, Debra Nauman and her husband, Dale, and Sherry Hollinger and her husband, Jeffrey; sons, James Hageter and his companion, Debra Kline, and Richard Hageter and his wife, Gale. She was a proud grandmother to 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren, who will carry her legacy forward with joy and gratitude.
Her brother, Robert Beahm, and his wife, Darlene, along with her sister-in-law, Arlene Hageter, will remember Dolores for her unwavering support and heartfelt guidance. She was predeceased by her sister, Anna Sigley, who no doubt welcomed her with open arms.
Dolores attended Liberty High School. She was a dedicated employee at Rite Aid and Woolworths 5 & 10, where she was known for her diligence and warm smile that could brighten anyone's day.
A faithful member of Trinity UCC in Bethlehem, Dolores's commitment to her faith was evident in her actions and the way she lived her life. She was a woman who found great joy in simple pleasures. She was an avid bowler and a member of the Liberty Sunday Nighters league, where her competitive spirit and camaraderie were cherished by all who knew her.
Dolores's artistic side shone through in her love for ceramics. Baking was another of her passions, and her family will fondly remember the delicious treats she lovingly prepared for them.
Above all, Dolores loved being with her family. She was the heart of family gatherings, where her laughter, stories, and wisdom were the glue that bound everyone together. Her presence was a comfort, and her guidance was a compass for those she loved.
Services: Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Doloress arrangements have been entrusted to the Cantelmi Long Funeral Home, Bethlehem. A memory tribute may be placed at www.cantelmifuneralhome.com.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis TN. 38105-9908.
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