Published December 16. 2023 08:40AM
Mabel F. Heckler, 100, formerly of N. 26th St., Allentown, died Dec. 8, 2023, in Parkland Manor.
She was predeceased by her first husband Arland W. Gracely and her second husband, Robert N. Heckler.
Born in New Tripoli, she was the daughter of the late Francis W. and Mary R. (Gildner) Sittler.
She was a member of Cedar Church, United Church of Christ congregation.
A sales clerk for 16 years at the former Robert Hall, Allentown, she will be remembered for her love of crocheting, maintaining her home and her love of Christmas.
Her survivors include daughters Dianne L., wife of Dale H. Peiffer, Darlene M., wife of Rodney W. Hatcher, Janice E. Gracely and Jeff; grandchildren Denise, Donna, Rick, Lynn and Daniel; great-grandchildren Marissa, Ryan, Andrew and Cynthia; great-great grandson Vincent; and nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her sisters Mildred Kunkel, Marie Henry, Helen Follweiler and Anna Smith.
Service is 11 a.m. on Dec. 14, at Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 W. Highland St., Allentown. Calling begins 10 a.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Cedar Church, 3419 Broadway, Allentown, PA 18104.