Dorothy A. (Haas) Fritz, 88 years of age, of Mahoning Township, Lehighton Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, and her husband of 70 years, Arthur C. Fritz.

Dorothy’s life was defined by her unwavering devotion to her family. As a doting "Grand-ma," she instilled in her children and grandchildren an unbreakable commitment to family, faith, and community. She was a pillar of strength and kindness to all who knew her.

Born on August 24, 1937, in Andreas, to the late Walter and Beatrice (Bendrick) Haas, Dorothy was a vibrant woman of many talents. She was a talented seamstress who worked in local textile mills, but her interests were vast. In a testament to her lifelong yearning for education, she proudly earned her G.E.D. and later became a certified EMT, selflessly serving her community as a member of the Penn Mahoning Ambulance Corp for many years.

Dorothy filled her home with life—adorning every space with plants, flowers, and her beautiful crafts. She was an avid gardener who enjoyed canning the season’s produce and found simple joy in the companionship of her beloved cats, Patches and Winnie. She was a long-standing and active member of the Woman's Guild at Ben Salem Church of Lehighton.

Dorothy's memory will be forever cherished by her husband, Arthur C. Fritz; her children, Lisa K. Hawk wife of Todd, Anita L. Fritz, Susan D. Fritz - Ostrin wife of Scott, David A. Fritz and his wife Suzanne, and Keith A. Fritz and his wife Bonnie. She is also survived by her brothers, Joseph Haas and his wife LaVerne, Leonard Haas and his wife Marian; sister, Eleanor Miller; sister-in-law, Ellen Haas; 9 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant sister, brother, Raymond Haas, and her grandson, Steven Fritz.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 2066 West Penn Pike New Ringgold Pennsylvania 17960. (570) 386-5884.

A Funeral service will be held on Thursday January 22, 2026 at 11 o'clock A.M. from Ben Salem Church located at 1965 Church Hill Rd Lehighton, Pennsylvania 18235. Friends and family may call on the morning of services from 9:30 A.M. until the time of worship.

Memorial's in Dorothy's name may be made to:

Penn Mahoning Ambulance Association

1748 West Penn Pike

New Ringgold Pennsylvania 17960

Online condolences or a fond memory of Dorothy can be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com