Biography:
Dolores W. James, 89, of Littlestown died Saturday, March 18, at Transitions Health Care, Gettysburg surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Dean C. James who died in 1971 and Donald R. Becker who died in 2009. Born Sept. 13, 1927 in Patterson, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Mary Hinderer and Hazel Shannon. She was a 1945 William Penn High School graduate and received an Associates degree from York College. Dolores was employed with National Can Corporation of Hanover for 30 years and retired from PA Dept. of Public Welfare, Gettysburg after 11 years of employment.
Surviving are her son, Edward K. James and wife, Nicolette, of Littlestown and her daughter-in-law , Diann James of Gettysburg; her 4 grandchildren: Mallorie Buckley, Margot James, Corey James and Marci Carovillano and her 6 great grandchildren. Dolores was predeceased by her son, John F. James; her daughter, Lisa E. Henninger and her brother, Jason Hinderer. She was a Red Cross and York Historical Society volunteer. She loved reading, cooking, traveling and most of all, spending time with her family and friends.
Memorial Service is Sunday, April 2, at 1 P.M. at the Gettysburg American Legion Post 202 with the Rev. Sally Daminger officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dolores’ name may be sent to the charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com
Condolences(03)
Candy James (Jamey Krebs)
Mar 31st, 2017 7:44 pm
#3
It was so much fun visiting with your Mom and Uncle Dean. She was always kind to me. I am so sorry for your loss.
Betty and Paul waisanen
Mar 24th, 2017 1:46 pm
#2
Enjoyed meeting and getting to know Your Mother on several occasions. She read continually and kept her mind and her thoughts sharp for such a long time. She will be remembered as a fine little lady. Our condolences on your loss.
Elaine Warehime
Mar 22nd, 2017 11:03 am
#1
What a great lady who I had the honor of knowing for my years.
She always had a smart comment (or 2) and a smile!
She always had a smart comment (or 2) and a smile!
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