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Darlene E. Ferretti, 88

January 24, 2025

Darlene E. Ferretti, 88, passed away at her Strasburg home on Friday, January 24, 2025. She shared 69 years of marriage with her husband Ernest J. Ferretti.

She was born in Penn Township, the daughter of the late William S. and Ada E. (Donmoyer) Birkenbine and graduated from Manheim Central High School with the Class of 1954.

Darlene’s career included working at Hubley Toy Manufacturing, Bell Telephone, teaching at St. Anthony of Padua Resurrection Grade School, baking and operating market stands for Michael’s Bakery, and last the Yule Shop/Strasburg Creamery store before retiring.

She and Ernie and the family enjoyed camping and traveling to 44 states, and time at their cabin. Darlene also enjoyed decorating her home inside and out, especially for Mardis Gras, Halloween, and her favorite holiday, Christmas. She loved to cook and bake for these holidays as well.

She was a parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church.

In addition to husband Ernie, their family includes daughter Dawn M. Ferretti of Strasburg, Nicholas E. Ferretti, husband of Jill (Stauffer) of Lancaster, and six grandchildren, Rachel Walker, Vince Ferretti and fiancée Amber Mitchell and son Leon, Alex Ferretti, husband of Nicole (Blantz), Rebecca Lauer, Michele Lauer, and Luca Ferretti.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place 11 AM Monday, February 3, 2025, at St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church, 501 E. Orange St, Lancaster, PA 17602 with The Rev. Matthew C. Morelli as Celebrant. The family will greet friends from 10:30 to 11 AM before the Mass. Private interment in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery.

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Condolences to the Family

February 02, 2025

So sorry for your loss. Her love of family shined through her eyes and smile. May your memories bring you comfort. The Arnold Family 

February 02, 2025

Deepest sympathies and condolences to the Ferretti family and friends.  May your memories bring you comfort at this time.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Robert G. Cummings

February 01, 2025

I am so sorry your loss. I know Darlene will be missed. I enjoyed talking with her when she came in to the office. Thinking of your family during this difficult time. 
Peggy Riehl

January 31, 2025

Ernie, Dawn, Nick and Families.
Very sorry for your loss. Lot’s of great memories that will last forever. She will be missed by many. 
Mike and Donna Geesey

January 31, 2025

So sorry for your loss.
 
Brian Papiernik

January 31, 2025

Ernie, Dawn & Nick and your families,
So sorry for your loss.  Darlene was a great lady.
Sheri Fisher

January 30, 2025

Nick,
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
J.R. and Marcia Johnson

January 30, 2025

Sending love and prayers to all. 
Chartreau Family

January 29, 2025

Our sympathy and prayers to Ernie, Nick and families at this difficult time. May you always be comforted by your memories.
Deb and Terry Myers, cabin neighbors on ” the hill.”

January 29, 2025

Ernie, my deepest sympathy on the passing of your wife Darlene. I will remember her (and you)in my daily prayers. Your friend, Greg

January 29, 2025

Dear Ernie and Nick, 
        Mark and I send our sympathy to the two of you that we know from visiting at your cabin. We are so sorry for your great loss of Darlene. Sincerely ,your cabin neighbors, Mark and Kim Hottenstein

January 29, 2025

Ernie, 
  Very saddened to hear of Darlene’s passing.  She was a kind and generous lady.  I still remember the Halloween party you had for us kids back in 1961 and it was my first taste of apple cider.  To live in one’s heart is never to die.
                                     Joe Segro

January 29, 2025

We never had the chance to get close. I remember seeing Uncie when I worked out in Strasburg and always asked about you… I will always remember the few Christmas’ at your home. I will always remember the homecooked smell and how cozy it felt.
Please tell my dad I miss him!
Kate Birkenbine

January 28, 2025

Dear Uncie and family,
       Auntie will be greatly missed! You are in our thoughts and prayers. I have many awesome memories of her and will cherish them always! She was the best! Love always, Joni and family

January 27, 2025

To my special aunt friend and like a 2 Mother. We spent 50 years of camping every weekend,going on summer vacation together every year. And enjoying cabin weekends together  Going out to supper together. I am going to miss you sooo much 🥲🥲 But l know you with Jesus and the rest of the family up there. Till we are together again  I am looking for little signs of your presence. Love you so much and we will take care of Uncie. All of us 🥰🙏💐🌺🥲
Linda Waters niece

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Monday, February 03, 2025
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church
501 E. Orange Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
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501 E. Orange Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
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