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Dolly Faye Yeager 1947-2025

Dolly Faye Yeager, 78, of Mercersburg, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025 in Mercersburg.

Born, June 28, 1947 in Chambersburg, PA, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Jessie Peck Atherton.

Dolly attended James Buchanan High School and married Gene E. Yeager in 1965.

Dolly loved animals, spending time with her family, shopping, and watching QVC TV. She loved taking care of her yard and enjoyed spending time at her home.

Dolly is survived by her husband of 60 years, Gene E. Yeager, a daughter, Debra Fries and fiancé Randy Bushman, a granddaughter, Toshia Fries, and a sister, Betty Houpt.

Dolly was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Linda Yeager, and Bernard Atherton.

A private burial will take place at Spring Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Dolly to the Antietam Humane Society online here.

Arrangements by Fries Funeral Home Inc., Mercersburg, PA

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Dolly, please visit the floral store.

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