Fae Alma Erney

Fae Alma Erney, 94, of Whitehall, died Monday, December 27, 2021 in St. Luke's Hospital, Allentown campus. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Ralph R., in 2004. Born in Allentown, Fae was a daughter of the late C. Harry and Annette (Mintz) Eckert.

Fae was a 1945 graduate of Allentown High School and worked for over 50 years at the Bell Telephone Company. Upon her retirement, she volunteered at Lehigh Valley Hospital for several years. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America Club, and various PTA's in the area through the years.

Fae enjoyed her time with family and friends, traveling and sharing remembrances of her life as a child growing up in Allentown. Prior to the pandemic, Fae and her twin sister, Sylvia, had a long running puzzle club which convened weekly to chat, do puzzles and share lunch. For many years, Fae and Ralph enjoyed hosting lively pool parties at their beautiful home in Emmaus.

Dancing with Ralph, her daily swims and family gatherings were very important to Fae. Her warm smile, quick wit and ability to adjust to the changing times are just a few things she will be remembered by.

Survivors- son, Steven J. (Rebecca) of Northampton; grandchildren, Sean (Anne) of Northampton, Michelle (Todd Swales) of Phoenix, AZ, Matthew (Christine) of Zionsville, Meghan of Emmaus, Jennifer, Katelynn and Bryan (fiancee Zainab) Schneller; great-grandchildren, Lila, Brooke, Elle and Clayton.

Fae is also survived by her twin sister, Sylvia Hafer (with whom she resided) and niece Robin Dorney (husband Kerry), who were both instrumental in allowing Fae and Syl to maintain their own home together for the past several years. In addition, she is survived by her daughter-in-law, Lorraine (Falatko) Erney, sisters-in-law, Therese A. Eckert, Madeline F. Eckert, as well as many nieces and nephews. Fae was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son, Martin R., granddaughter, Jessica J. Erney, as well as her sister, Dawn A. Wertman and brothers, John T. and Ronald M. Eckert.

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Schisler Funeral Home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067 has been entrusted with her care and arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Fae's memory to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society c/o the funeral home.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com