Delores Christine Faipler

Delores Christine “Dodie” Faipler, age 87, of Harborcreek, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026. She was born in Morann, PA on December 17, 1938, daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Haleva Shedlock.

Dodie was a graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School and was employed at St. Vincent Hospital for over 20 years. A woman of deep faith, she was a devoted member of St. James R.C. Church. Dodie enjoyed playing cards, especially pinochle, as well as bingo, mahjong, and games of chance. In her younger years, she also loved bowling, camping, dancing, and traveling. Dodie and her husband enjoyed spending their winters as snowbirds in Kissimmee, Florida. In her quieter moments, she enjoyed reading and watching birds and wildlife. She was blessed with a wide circle of friends and treasured the time she spent with her family and friends. Dodie had a heart of gold and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Her kindness, generosity, and love for others will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Dodie is survived by her husband of 66 years, Alfred “Tony” Faipler, whom she married on February 27, 1960; three children, Deb Mack (Denny), Dave Faipler (Leslie) and Linda Taht (Brian); one daughter-in-law, Denise Faipler; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one son, Randy Faipler; one brother and seven sisters.

Friends may call at St. James R.C. Church, on Friday, October 16th, from 10 am until the time of the Memorial Mass there at 11 am. Arrangements are being handled by the Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to St. James R.C. Church, 2635 Buffalo Road, Erie, PA 16510 or Erie West Senior Center, 1210 West 8th Street, Erie, PA 16502. Condolences may be sent to www.dusckasfuneralhomes.com.