Dolores L. Dorney, 92, born on Feb. 14, 1932, in Allentown, died Sept. 24, 2024.

A 1950 graduate of Emmaus High School, she was a secretary for Yeager Supply until her retirement.

She was regarded as one of the strongest and toughest individuals until the very end.

She was a proud member of the Blandon Lioness Club and actively participated in Blandon Seniors for many years.

Additionally, she was a member of Maidencreek Church.

Her survivors include children Kimberly A. Dorney, wife of Jerry Weidner, and Retired Army Lt. Col. Olen Dorney, husband of Deborah; five grandchildren; sister Jane Ann Spohn; brother James Sassam; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her devoted husband, Herbert Dorney, with whom she celebrated 68 years of marriage until his death in 2018; parents Ralph Sassaman, Sr. and Mary (White) Sassaman; and brother Ralph Sassaman Jr.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Muhlenberg Area Ambulance Association, 835 E Bellevue Ave., Laureldale, PA 19605, or to Muhlenberg Township Fire Company, 4963 Kutztown Road, Temple, PA 19560.

Her funeral service will be private.

Arrangements were made by Milkins Trymbiski Funeral Home, Temple, Berks Country.